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How to use the Proposed Adobe DD Forms 818 and 818-1
DD is offering four mini modules on how to use the proposed DD Forms 818 and 818-1 before they are distributed for formal coordination. This module will teach you about the new functions, how to consolidate comments to create a final DD Form 818, and how to consolidate and adjudicate comments in the DD Form 818-1. Sign up using the links below.
Focal Point Orientation
DD is offering a session for focal points and their support staff on their roles and responsibilities under DoWI 5025.01. The material has been updated since the last orientation, which was conducted before the January 2026 publication of 5025.01. Sign up using the link below.
Classes are on MS Teams
Interested in training on how to work with the DD Form 818 or 818-1? Email the training team here and we’ll let you know when the next class is scheduled. At least 5 attendees required.
All scheduled training classes will be conducted online using MS Teams from 0830 – 1100 EST.
If an in-person class is desired, please contact us at our Training Inbox with your request. At least 10 attendees are required.
This class explains how to write issuances and is open to all Action Officers. Topics include issuance types, functions, and features, issuance sections and structure, issuance organization, and the fundamentals of plain writing. The class takes place on Teams from 0830 – 1100 EST.
This class explains how to move issuances through the DoW issuance process and is available to all DoW personnel who are involved in the processing of an issuance or expect to begin processing an issuance in the near future. The class takes place on Teams from 0830 – 1100 EST.