Developmental Counseling Form: The Leader's Facts and Observations Prior To The Counseling.)
Developmental Counseling Form: The Leader's Facts and Observations Prior To The Counseling.)
Developmental Counseling Form: The Leader's Facts and Observations Prior To The Counseling.)
For use of this form, see ATP 6-22.1; the proponent agency is TRADOC.
DATA REQUIRED BY THE PRIVACY ACT OF 1974
AUTHORITY: 5 USC 301, Departmental Regulations; 10 USC 3013, Secretary of the Army.
PRINCIPAL PURPOSE: To assist leaders in conducting and recording counseling data pertaining to subordinates.
ROUTINE USES: The DoD Blanket Routine Uses set forth at the beginning of the Army's compilation of systems or records notices also
apply to this system.
DISCLOSURE: Disclosure is voluntary.
PART I - ADMINISTRATIVE DATA
Name (Last, First, MI) Rank/Grade Date of Counseling
Should you have any problems contact the unit chain of command immediately for the possibility of a leave extension. Please stay in contact with the unit during your
absence and keep us apprised of the situation. We sincerely hope this issue can be resolved in a positive manner
OTHER INSTRUCTIONS
This form will be destroyed upon: reassignment (other than rehabilitative transfers) , separation at ETS, or upon retirement. For separation
requirements and notification of loss of benefits/consequences see local directives and AR 635-200.
Session Closing: (The leader summarizes the key points of the session and checks if the subordinate understands the plan of action. The
subordinate agrees/disagrees and provides remarks if appropriate.)
Individual counseled: I agree disagree with the information above.
Individual counseled remarks:
o Brief the Soldier
o Ensure the Soldier understands the requirements for an extension
o Assist the Soldier in departing their current location
Note: Both the counselor and the individual counseled should retain a record of the counseling.
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