Which of the following is NOT a requirement for Airmen to be awarded the 5-skill level?

• A. Completion of all tasks in the initial skills course.
• B. Successful completion of knowledge tests.
• C. Demonstrated mastery in job duties.
• D. Completion of 14 months minimum upgrade training.

Answer: (D)

To earn the 5-skill level, you must meet the upgrade training requirements that prove you can perform at the journeyman level. Completing all tasks in the initial skills course shows you’ve covered the required practical steps for this level. Successfully passing knowledge tests confirms you understand the standards and procedures you’ll be applying. Demonstrating mastery in job duties demonstrates you can perform the tasks reliably and to standard in real-duty situations. There isn’t a fixed 14-month minimum for upgrade training—time spent in training varies, and qualification comes from meeting the competencies, not a set month count.