When must the second Post-Deployment training be completed?

The second Post-Deployment training must be completed 3 to 6 months after deployment because this timeframe is critical for addressing the transitional challenges that service members may face as they reintegrate into civilian life or their home environment after an extended absence. This period allows for the identification and processing of any experiences or stressors encountered during deployment, thereby facilitating better emotional and psychological adjustment.

Completing the training within this window helps to ensure that the strategies and skills taught in the MRT program are still fresh and relevant, thereby maximizing their effectiveness. It also acknowledges that the adjustment may take time and that periodic reinforcement of resilience skills is necessary to maintain mental well-being. Therefore, this option is designed to support ongoing resilience development and to enhance the long-term well-being of service members post-deployment.