Considering that training must be prioritized according to current unit proficiencies, generally, which prioritization order is appropriate?

• A. 1: mission-oriented training, by proficiency; 2: formal training; 3: ancillary training
• B. Mission-oriented training by proficiency; then formal training; then ancillary training
• C. Formal training first, then mission-oriented, then ancillary
• D. Ancillary first, then mission-oriented, then formal

Answer: (A)

When training must be prioritized by how proficient the unit currently is, the focus should start with mission-oriented training that targets the unit’s existing proficiency gaps. This ensures the most critical tasks required to accomplish the mission are addressed first, strengthening immediate readiness and performance where it matters most. After those essential mission-capability gaps are reduced, move on to formal training to build the foundational knowledge, standards, and procedures that support those tasks. Once the core mission skills and knowledge are solid, you can tackle ancillary training, which covers supplementary or non-critical skills that enhance overall competence but aren’t essential to the current mission.