Army Regulation 611-6
Personnel Selection and Classification
Army Linguist
Management
Headquarters
Department of the Army
Washington, DC
16 February 1996
Unclassified
Headquarters Army Regulation 611-6
Department of the Army Army Linguist Management
Washington, D.C.
16 February 1996 Effective: 18 March 1996
SUMMARY OF CHANGE
AR 611-6: Army Linguist Management
This revised Department of the Army regulation updates policies and procedures
related to Army linguist management. Specifically, this regulation--
-- Changes the name of The Army Language Program Review Committee to
the Army Language Committee (chap 1).
-- Deletes training reporting requirements (chap 2).
-- Establishes qualifying Defense Language Aptitude Battery scores by
language category and adds minimum proficiency scores for intermediate and
advanced training (chap 3).
-- Raises the minimum proficiency requirements for qualified linguists
(level 2 for listening and level 2 for speaking or reading) and
establishes waiver authority (chap 3).
-- Gives the Troop Commander, Defense Language Institute, the authority
to waive minimum proficiency requirements and graduate soldiers at Defense
Language Institute sponsored courses (chap 3).
-- Adds a chapter on Foreign Language Proficiency Pay (chap 6).
(Note: This regulation supersedes AR 611, 16 October 1985)
History. This printing publishes a revision of this publication. Because the
publication has been extensively revised, the changed portions have not been
highlighted.
Summary. This regulation sets policies and procedures for establishing Army
linguist requirements and for identifying, testing, reporting, evaluating,
reevaluating, training, and assigning Army linguist personnel. This regulation
describes the responsibilities of Headquarters, Department of the Army,
proponent agencies, major Army commands and agencies, and local installations
for the management of Army linguists.
Applicability. This regulation applies to the Active Army, the Army National
Guard, and the U.S. Army Reserve. The policies and procedures of this
regulation remain in effect upon declaration of war or mobilization.
Proponent and exception authority. The proponent of this regulation is the
Deputy Chief of Staff for Personnel. The proponent has the authority to
approve exceptions to this regulation that are consistent with controlling law
and regulation. Proponents may delegate the approval authority, in writing,
to a division chief under their supervision within the proponent agency who
holds the grade of colonel or the civilian equivalent.
Army management control process. This regulation contains management control
provisions and identifies key management controls that must be evaluated.
Supplementation. Supplementation of this regulation and the establishment of
command and local forms are prohibited without prior approval from DAPE-MP,
DEPUTY CHIEF OF STAFF PERSONNEL, 300 ARMY PENTAGON,
WASHINGTON DC 20310-0300.
Interim Changes. Interim changes to this regulation are not official unless
they are authenticated by The Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of
the Army.
Users will destroy interim changes on their expiration dates unless sooner
superseded or rescinded.
Suggested Improvements. Users are invited to send comments and suggested
improvements on DA Form 2028 (Recommended Changes to Publications and
Blank Forms) directly to COMMANDER, PERSCOM (ATTN TAPC-EPL-M),
2461 EISENHOWER AVENUE, ALEXANDRIA VA 22331-0457.
Committee Continuance Approval. The DA Committee Management Officer
concurs in the continuance of the Army Language Committee. Distribution of
this publication is made in accordance with the requirements on DA Form
12-09-E, block number 2236, intended for command levels A, B, C, D, and E
for Active Army and command level A for Army National Guard and U.S. Army
Reserve
Contents: (as they appear in this file copy of AR 611-6)
Summary of Change, page 1
Contents, page 3
Chapter 1: General
Purpose, 1-1 page 6
References, 1-2 page 6
Explanation of abbreviations and terms, page 6
Responsibilities, 1-4 page 6
The Army Language Committee, 1-5 page 16
Coverage, 1-6 page 17
Chapter 2: Linguist Requirements Formulation
Establishing linguist requirements, 2-1 page 18
Requisitioning linguists, 2-2 page 28
Chapter 3: Management of Linguistic Assets
Section 1: Acquisition, page 19
General, 3-1 page 19
Recruiting programs, 3-2 page 19
Section II: Qualification-Defense Language Aptitude Battery, page 19
Description, 3-3 page 19
Personnel to whom the DLAB is administered, 3-4 page 20
Approval for DLAB reevaluation, 3-5 page 20
Recording and reporting DLAB scores, 3-6 page 21
Disposition of DLAB answer sheets, 3-7 page 21
Section III: Evaluation and Reevaluation of Linguist Proficiency,
page 21
General, 3-8 page 21
Language proficiency tests, 3-9 page 21
Initial evaluation, 3-10 page 22
Reevaluation, 3-11 page 23
Retesting with the DLPT, 3-12 page 24
Section IV: Interagency Oral Proficiency Interview, page 24
General, 3-13 page 24
Method for obtaining an oral interview, 3-14 page 25
Reporting language proficiency derived from oral interview,
3-15 page 25
Evaluation of proficiency when a DLIFLC-approved interviewer is
unavailable, 3-16 page 25
Section V: Reporting Language Proficiency, page 25
Language Proficiency Questionnaire, 3-17 page 25
Preparation, 3-18 page 26
Disposition, 3-19 page 26
Section VI: Linguist Identification, page 2
General, 3-20 page 27
Award of a language identification code, 3-21 page 27
Award and withdrawal of special qualification identifier (SQI)
"L", 3-22, page 28
Failure of enlisted soldiers to meet minimum proficiency levels at
Defense Language Institute-sponsored courses, 3-23 page 28
Section VII: Control Language, page 28
General, 3-24 page 28
Designation, 3-25 page 29
Section VIII: Career Development, page 29
Enlisted personnel, 3-26 page 29
Officer personnel, 3-27 page 30
Section IX: Utilization and Reutilization, page 30
Utilization, 3-28 page 20
Reutilization, 3-29 page 31
Application for linguist assignments (enlisted personnel),
3-30 page 31
Chapter 4: Training
Resident foreign language training, 4-1 page 32
Nonresident foreign language training, 4-2 page 32
Unit training (Command Language Programs), 4-3 page 32
Qualifications for DLIFLC training, 4-4 page 32
Preparation and submission of DLIFLC training applications, 4-5 page 33
Individuals ineligible for resident training, 4-6 page 34
Selection for DLIFLC training, 4-7 page 35
Duty status while attending DLIFLC, 4-8 page 35
Other educational institutions and commercial contractors, 4-9 page 36
Chapter 5: Linguist Readiness and Language Programming and Budgeting
Linguist readiness reporting, 5-1 page 37
Programming and budgeting, 5-2 page 37
Chapter 6: Foreign Language Proficiency Pay
Section I: General, page 38
Purpose, 6-1 page 38
FLPP program changes, 6-2 page 38
Section II: Policy page 39
Criteria for Individual soldier eligibility, 6-3 page 39
Amount of payment, 6-4 page 44
Determination of FLPP level, 6-5 page 44
FLPP recipient report requirements (RCS CSGPA-1747), 6-6 page
45
Utilization, 6-7 page 45
Section III: Reserve Components, page 45
Orders for ARNG and USAR procedures, 6-8 page 45
Recommendations to terminate, change or reinstate FLPP for ANG
and USAR soldiers, 6-9 page 46
Termination of FLPP to ARNG and USAR soldiers, 6-10 page 46
Reinstatement, 6-11 page 47
Section IV: Active Army
Rules for processing requests for FLPP or changes of award
level, 6- 12 page 47
Processing requests for FLPP or change of award level, 6-13
page 48
Section V: Program Maintenance, page 48
Maintaining the FLPP program, 6-14 page 48
Procedures for maintaining the FLPP program, 6-15 page 48
Terminating or reinstating FLPP, 6-16 page 48
Steps for commanders terminating or reinstating FLPP, 6-17 page
49
Appendixes:
A. References, page 56
B. Language Identity, page 58
C. Major Languages by Country, page 82
D. Interagency Language Roundtable Skill Level Descriptions, page 87
E. Management Control Evaluation Checklist, page 106
Table List:
Table 1-1: Agencies responsible for linguist positions, page 15
Table 6-1: Proficiency ratings, page 49
Table 6-2: FLPP payment levels, page 50
Table 6-3: Sample FLPP recipient reporting format, page 52
Table 6-4: Steps for awarding or changing the FLPP level, page 51
Table 6-5: Steps for maintaining the FLPP program, page 52
Table 6-6: Steps for terminating or reinstating FLPP, page 53
Table B-1: Alphabetical listing by language, page 58
Table B-2: Alphabetical listing by code, page 72
Table C-1: Alphabetical listing by country, page 81
Figure List:
Figure 6-1: Critical languages grouped by LDC, page 40
Glossary, page 108
Index, page 112
Chapter 1: General
1-1. Purpose: This regulation sets policies and procedures for the management
of Army linguists.
1-2. References: Required and related publications are listed in appendix A.
1-3. Explanation of abbreviations and terms: Abbreviations and special terms
used in this regulation are explained in the glossary.
1-4. Responsibilities
a. The Secretary of the Army--
(1) Is the executive agent (EA) for the Defense Foreign
Language Program (DFLP).
(2) Determines the specialties and duties for which Foreign
Language Proficiency Pay (FLPP) is authorized.
b. The Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army (Training and Education)
is the secretariat representative with oversight responsibility for the DFLP
and will--
(1) Be a voting member on the DFLP General Officer Steering
Committee (GOSC).
(2) Provide an action officer to the Army Language Committee
(ALC).
c. The Assistant Secretary of the Army for Financial Management will--
(1) Develop procedures for the payment and accounting of FLPP
by installation finance and accounting offices (FAOs).
(2) Provide monthly accounting of disbursements by category
(officer, warrant officer, and enlisted), FLPP level, pay grade, and total
amount paid.
d. The Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations and Plans (DCSOPS)--
(1) Is delegated overall responsibility by the EA for the DFLP.
(2) Has DFLP executive agent responsibilities.
(3) Manages the DFLP.
(4) Provides the chairperson for the DFLP GOSC.
(5) Provides an action officer to the ALC
e. The Deputy Chief of Staff for Intelligence (DCSINT) is the Service
Program Manager (SPM) and has overall staff responsibilities for the
development, coordination, and conduct of the Army Language Program. The
DCSINT will also--
(1) Provide the chairperson, recording secretary, and an action
officer to the ALC.
(2) Coordinate with user commands to develop Army Foreign
Language Final Learning Objectives (FLOs) to be provided to the Defense
Language Institute, Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC).
(3) Conduct, twice yearly, a language billet review of tables
of distribution and allowances (TDA) and tables of organization and equipment
(TOE) units to be used in preparing the Army training forecast for DFLP
training.
(4) Review, annually, the list of priority languages and
recommend changes in priorities to the Commander, U.S. Total Army Personnel
Command (TAPC-EPL-M), providing recommendations prior to the annual Structure
Manning Decision Review (SMDR).
(5) Coordinate the HQDA Staff review, validation, and approval
of all changes to Army linguist requirements, to include those affecting the
U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) and Army National Guard (ARNG).
(6) Assist commanders in pursuing an active proficiency
reevaluation program to comply with this regulation.
(7) Represent Army Language Program interests within the DFLP
by serving as a DFLP GOSC voting member and by providing an action officer to
the DFLP.
(8) Identify critical languages.
(9) Determine language proficiency requirements.
(10) Maintain a record of authorized language positions.
(11) Monitor authorization changes affecting language
identification code (LIC) positions.
f. The Deputy Chief of Staff for Personnel (DCSPER) has overall staff
supervisory authority for the acquisition, utilization, and retention of Army
linguist personnel. The DCSPER will also-
(1) Oversee functions and responsibilities of the U.S. Total
Army Personnel Command (PERSCOM) defined in paragraph 1-4i of this regulation.
(2) Oversee input to training management for all Army Linguist
Institutional Training according to AR 350-10.
(3) Adjudicate competing services requirements for training
seats at the SMDR and Training Resources Arbitration Panel (TRAP).
(4) Provide an action officer to represent the DCSPER at
meetings of the ALC.
(5) Exercise responsibility for policy governing the FLPP
program.
(6) Develop policy, in coordination with the Reserve
Components, PERSCOM, and Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS).
(7) Submit to the Secretary of the Army (SA) or designated
representative recommended changes to the FLPP program.
(8) Submit reports as required by Office of the Assistant
Secretary of Defense for Force Management Policy (OASD (FMP)).
(9) Provide guidance concerning program report preparation to
the Reserve Components, PERSCOM, and U.S. Army Finance and Accounting Center
(USAFAC).
(10) Approve exceptions to the regulation that are consistent
with controlling law and regulation.
g. The Chief, Army Reserve (OCAR), will--
(1) Develop the initial entry language requirements for the
SMDR and provide policy and procedural guidance to the Commander, U.S. Army
Reserve Personnel Center (ARPERCEN), in the development of in-service language
training requirements.
(2) Provide an action officer to the ALC.
(3) Exercise staff supervision and management of the FLPP
program as it pertains to the USAR.
(4) Develop policies, procedures, and management initiatives
and recommend changes to the FLPP program to the Office of the Deputy Chief
of Staff for Personnel (ODCSPER)
(5) Announce changes to FLPP policy, proficiency requirements,
pay rates, or procedures as they occur.
(6) Maintain an inventory of authorized language positions in
the USAR units.
(7) Collect personnel data as required.
(8) Prepare reports as required.
h. The Chief, National Guard Bureau (CNGB), will--
(1) Develop language training requirements and budget for
resident language training (other than DLIFLC).
(2) Provide an action officer to the ALC.
(3) Exercise staff supervision and management of the FLPP
program as it pertains to the National Guard.
(4) Develop policies, procedures, and management initiatives
and recommend changes to the FLPP program to ODCSPER.
(5) Announce changes to FLPP policy, proficiency requirements,
pay rates, or procedures as they occur.
(6) Maintain an inventory of authorized language positions in
the ARNG units.
(7) Collect personnel data as required.
(8) Prepare reports as required.
i. The Commanding General, U.S. Total Army Personnel Command
(PERSCOM), manages the personnel assets of the Army Linguist Program to
include the acquisition, assignment, career development, and retention of
active duty linguists. The Commander, PERSCOM, will--
(1) Develop personnel management systems and procedures for
the operation of the Army Linguist Program.
(2) Coordinate with ODCSPER and users to develop and manager a
career program based on Army-wide needs of officer and enlisted linguists
(3) Ensure that major Army commands have adequate numbers of
sufficiently qualified linguists to accomplish mission, operational and
contingency requirements.
(4) Develop Active Army language training requirements and
manage the fill of these requirements at the DLIFLC.
(5) Coordinate linguist personnel management policies and
procedures with ODCSPER, Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations
and Plans (ODCSOPS), and Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff for Intelligence
(ODCSINT).
(6) Ensure that linguist data are current and accessible to
the Department of the Army (DA) Staff and personnel managers.
(7) Provide an action officer to the ALC from both the
enlisted and officer personnel directorates.
(8) Ensure that personnel identified for selection to receive
foreign language training meet the minimum Defense Language Aptitude Battery
qualifying scores as outlined in paragraph 3-3 of this regulation.
(9) Coordinate and send information to the four Armed Services
on the introduction and use of new foreign language tests and procedures
(TAPC-PDE).
(10) Program and budget all expenses for the printing and
distribution of language aptitude and proficiency tests used throughout the
Department of Defense (TAPC-PDE).
(11) Maintain and ensure compliance with AR 611-5 (TAPC-PDE).
(12) Execute and operate the program according to Department
of Defense Instruction (DODI) 7280.3, DOD 7000.14-R (volume 7, part A), and
this regulation.
(13) Conduct the program within ODCSPER policy guidance.
(14) Announce changes to FLPP policy, proficiency requirements,
pay rates or procedures.
(15) Monitor FLPP recipients by position, language, pay rate,
and category (officer, warrant officer, and enlisted).
(16) Monitor expenditures against allocated funds by language,
pay rate, and category
(17) Provide responses to all inquiries concerning FLPP.
(18) Assist ODCSPER, ODCSINT, Office of the Chief, Army Reserve
(OCAR) and ARNG in implementing provisions of chapter 6 of this regulation.
(19) Approve exceptions to policy in consultation with ODCSPER.
j. Commanders of major Army commands (MACOMs) will--
(1) Establish and maintain a continuing program of
identification, certification, assignment utilization, and training for
assigned or attached linguists.
(2) Administer this program for all soldiers who receive FLPP.
(3) Develop procedures for the monthly accounting of FLPP
recipients within their command according to paragraph 6-6 of this
regulation.
(4) Request changes to the FLPP program according to paragraph
62b of this regulation.
(5) Develop personnel systems and procedures to ensure that
linguist assets are effectively used and that the appropriate command
emphasis is placed on the retention of linguist personnel.
(6) Provide complete identification and support data for
linguist
positions on all authorization documents, and obtain approval from ODCSINT
(DAMI-PIT-L) for all changes of linguist authorizations and proficiency-level
requirements prior to modification of authorization documents.
(7) Establish a Command Language Program (CLP). The MACOMs
will provide on- and off-duty training to maintain and, if possible, enhance
language skills at documented proficiency levels to support readiness
objectives. Each MACOM will provide DAMI-PIT-L an updated copy of its CLP.
(8) Provide the facilities, funding, and manpower to support
the conduct of testing and effective refresher/maintenance training at
subordinate installations.
(9) Manage foreign language refresher/maintenance and
enhancement training to insure the achievement of readiness objectives.
Language training will be given priority equal to or higher than common
soldier skills.
(10) Continue command emphasis on the reevaluation of language-
trained personnel
(11) Fulfill mission statements and HQDA guidance on linguist
mix by ensuring that subordinate commanders receive instructions on maintaining
language mix capabilities to support contingency requirements.
(12) Establish procedures to assure language-related training
funds such as readiness training (REDTRAIN) are used for language training
purposes only.
(13) Initiate linguist retraining programs only after approval
by ODCSINT (DAMI-PIT-L), ODCSPER (DAPE-MBI-CS), and PERSCOM (TAPC-EPL-M).
k. Active Army Military Personnel Division (MPD), G1 and Adjutants
General (AGs), and ARNG and USAR commanders responsible for the custody of
military personnel records will--
(1) Establish controls to identify soldiers for FLPP.
(2) Advise and assist unit commanders in administering the FLPP
program.
(3) Ensure that soldiers receiving FLPP meet all the
eligibility requirements specified in this chapter.
(4) Ensure that correct entries are made promptly on personnel
records discussed in paragraphs 6-8 through 6-11 of this regulation.
l. Principle Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA), officials
responsible for linguist positions will monitor and recommend for approval to
the ODCSINT linguist TDA and TOE authorizations for which they have staff
proponency as shown in table 1-1 at the end of this paragraph. These
authorizations will include plans for contingency operations. In addition--
(1) Other principal HQDA officials will participate, as
required, in the review of linguist procedures, policies, and requirements.
(2) The Office of The Surgeon General (OTSG) will develop and
manage officer linguist requirements and assets of the Army Medical Department.
(3) The Office of The Judge Advocate General (OTJAG) will
develop and manage officer linguist requirements and assets of the Judge
Advocate General's Corps.
(4) The Office of the Chief of Chaplains (OCCH) will manage
officer linguist requirements and assets of the Chaplain Corps.
m. The Commanding General, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command
(TRADOC), will--
(1) Supervise and operate the DLIFLC.
(2) Develop Self-Development Tests (SDTs) and other devices
for measuring technical language proficiency as appropriate.
(3) Provide an action officer to the ALC.
n. The Commandant, Defense Language Institute, Foreign Language Center
(DLIFLC), will--
(1) Manage the DLIFLC.
(2) Provide resident foreign language training in those
languages designated by the Executive DFLP Agent.
(3) Provide technical control for all nonresident foreign
language programs in accordance with AR 350-20.
(4) Develop and maintain foreign language proficiency and
aptitude tests, the Defense Language Aptitude Battery (DLAB) and Defense
Language Proficiency Test (DLPT), for the effective accession and evaluation
of U.S. Army linguist assets.
(5) Develop exportable language training and testing materials.
(6) Provide guidance to user agencies on language training
objectives and requirements.
(7) Evaluate and report the language proficiency of students
receiving resident training at DLIFLC.
(8) Provide video teletraining (VTT).
o. The Commander, U.S. Military Enlistment Processing Command (MEPCOM),
will--
(1) Interview every active duty applicant to determine all
languages (other than English) spoken by the applicant. Language capability
will be recorded on the DD Form 1966 series (Record of Military Processing
Armed Forces of the United States) on page 1 and in the "remarks" section.
(2) Administer and score the DLAB to service applicants
according to AR 601-270 and MEPCOM guidance.
(3) Administer the appropriate DLPT to service applicants
entering the Army civilian acquired skills program (ACASP) as linguists,
according to AR 601-210, AR 601-270, and MEPCOM guidance.
(4) Ensure that test control officers (TCOs) at Military
Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) prepare DA Form 330 or DA Form 330-E
(Language Proficiency Questionnaire) according to paragraphs 3-18 and 3-19
of this regulation and include it as part of the enlistment packet.
p. Commanders of U.S. Army Reception Battalions (USARECBNs), will--
(1) Screen every enlistee record and ensure additional (other
than English) language capabilities are posted in Standard
Installation/Division Personnel Systems (SIDPERS) in accordance with paragraph
3-6a of this regulation.
(2) Administer the DLAB to personnel identified in paragraph
3-4b(1) of this regulation who do not have a DLAB score on their records.
(3) Record DLAB scores according to AR 612-201 and AR 640-2-1.
(4) Administer the appropriate DLPT to individuals claiming
proficiency in a foreign language or whose transcripts indicate previous
language study. For languages without a written DLPT, record capability in
the soldier's record (no oral DLPT is required).
(5) Record the DLPT results on DA Form 330 according to
paragraph 3-18 of this regulation.
(6) Forward all completed DA Forms 330, to include those
received from the MEPS, to the Commander, PERSCOM, according to paragraph
3-19 of this regulation.
q. Directors of Army Education Centers (AECs) will provide local
commanders assistance in establishing their Command Language Programs. This
assistance will consist of related materials, classroom facilities,
assistance with obtaining contracted language training and off-duty college
courses. Commanders will be responsible for the funding of contracted
language instructors.
r. Commanders of Personnel Service Centers (PSCs) will--
(1) Ensure that DA Form 330 or 330-E is posted according to
AR 640-2-1, appendix B, and distributed according to paragraph 3-19 of this
regulation.
(2) Publish orders according to AR 310-10 to record the award
or withdrawal of the special qualification identifier (SQI) to or from the--
(a) Specialty code (SC) for commissioned officers
according to AR 611-101.
(b) Military occupational specialty (MOS) for warrant
officers according to AR 611-112 and DA Pam 600-11 and for enlisted personnel
according to AR 600-200 and AR 611-201.
(3) Record DLAB results on the soldier's personnel
qualification records according to AR 640-2-1 and enter them in SIDPERS
according to DA Pam 600-8-2.
(4) Screen and verify personnel information on applications
for language training or linguist assignment prior to forwarding to the
Commander, PERSCOM, according to paragraphs 4-5a and b of this regulation.
s. The Commander, US Army Recruiting Command (USAREC), will inform
applicants of--
(1) Specific MOS options that guarantee language training for
those who qualify.
(2) The Army civilian acquired skills program (ACASP) for
those claiming a foreign language proficiency.
Table 1-1: Agencies responsible for linguist positions
Responsible agency: ODCSINT
Positions: Intelligence/electronic warfare and attaché
Responsible agency: ODCSOPS
Positions: Military Assistance Advisory Groups (MAAGs); missions (less
intelligence); chemical and nuclear; foreign area officers (FAOs); command,
control, and communications; TOE and TDA positions, unless otherwise
designated herein, where operational requirements override Officer Personnel
Management System (OPMS) or Enlisted Personnel Management System (EPMS)
considerations; and law enforcement
Responsible agency: Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics (ODCSLOG)
Positions: Logistics, maintenance, supply, transportation, and related
positions or activities and security-assistance-related missions
Responsible agency: Office of the Chief of Engineers (OCE)
Positions: Engineer positions and activities
Responsible agency: OTSG
Positions: Medical Department (officer only)
Responsible agency: OCCH
Positions: Chaplain (officer only)
Responsible agency: OTJAG
Positions: Legal (officer only)
1-5. The Army Language Committee
a. General. The Army Language Committee (ALC) reviews and assesses
overall policy guidance and management of the Army Linguist Program to ensure
that--
(1) It is supportive of changing Army requirements.
(2) Personnel are acquired, trained, and properly used to
accomplish assigned missions.
(3) All Army linguist requirements are met.
b. Functions. The ALC will--
(1) Be an adjunct to the Army Staff for identifying and
addressing Army linguist problems when promptness, sensitivity, or impact of
an action precludes normal staff processing.
(2) Review and recommend Army linguist policy.
c. Composition of the ALC.
(1) ODCSINT will provide a chairperson, action officer, and a
recording secretary to the ALC.
(2) The committee will be composed of an action officer from
ODCSPER, ODCSOPS, TRADOC, OCAR, National Guard Bureau (NGB),
ARPERCEN, and PERSCOM (officer and enlisted personnel directorates)
(3) Other principal HQDA officials, MACOMs, the DLIFLC, and
user agencies will be requested to provide representatives when issues
affecting their organizations are being addressed.
d. Direction and control. The ALC will--
(1) Meet at least annually and will operate as the chairperson
may direct.
(2) Have the authority to communicate directly with any
organization on linguist matters.
(3) Prepare and submit a report of proceedings to the DCSINT
after each committee meeting.
1-6. Coverage
a. The Army must train and maintain proficient linguists to respond to
worldwide roles, missions, and contingencies.
b. Proficiency will be tested annually (para 3-11) in those languages
for which Defense Language Proficiency Tests are available. If tests are not
available, an oral interview will be given according to chapter 3, section IV,
of this regulation.
c. Commanders authorized linguists must ensure that appropriate
nonresident language enhancement and refresher/maintenance material is obtained
and integrated into unit training schedules.
d. Those who have demonstrated a foreign language proficiency,
regardless of how acquired, are encouraged to maintain that proficiency. All
personnel with languages required by MOSs and functional areas (FAs) who have
been trained to the designated minimum proficiency must sustain and/or enhance
that proficiency to remain qualified in their MOSs or FAs.
Chapter 2: Linguist Requirements Formulation
2-1. Establishing linguist requirements
a. Linguist requirements must be identified to and validated by
ODCSINT before documentation in TDA and modification table of organization and
equipment (MTOE) documents.
b. When identifying linguist requirements--
(1) Note positions in which the primary duties of incumbents
cannot be performed without foreign language capability.
(2) Note positions which, for optimum effectiveness, must be
filled by those with a foreign language capability. This includes effective
liaison, planning, coordination, and advisory functions.
(3) Clearly document specific language requirements with
minimum proficiency requirements.
(4) Identify the language proficiency required for each skill
(listening, reading, and speaking) for each position requiring the use of a
foreign language.
Caution should be taken in designating proficiency levels for the required
skills. Basic language courses are designed to train to level 2 proficiency
(limited working proficiency). Intermediate courses are designed to train to
2+ level proficiency (limited working proficiency plus). Advanced courses
are designed to train to level 3 proficiency (general professional
proficiency).
(5) The eighth and ninth characters of the MOS code for Active
Army enlisted linguist positions will contain a language code from appendix B
of this regulation.
(6) New language requirements or changes to existing
authorizations require a 2-year lead time between approval and execution.
2-2. Requisitioning linguists
a. Requisitions for linguists will be included in a unit's monthly
submission.
b. Requisitioning procedures are contained in AR 614-185 for officers
and in AR 614-200 for enlisted personnel.
Chapter 3: Management of Linguist Assets
Section I: Acquisition
3-1. General
Linguists play an important role in carrying out Army missions. The Army must
recruit, train, and retain qualified linguist personnel to satisfy defense
needs.
3-2. Recruiting programs
Linguist personnel are acquired through initial accessions and in-service
recruiting programs. Language shortages are continually being reviewed for
inclusion in the enlistment bonus (EB) and selective reenlistment bonus (SRB)
programs. (For more information, see AR 600-200 and DA 611-series circulars.)
The ACASP should be used as much as possible to recruit personnel with
preexisting (native or civilian acquired) language skills consistent with
current Army needs. The ACASP saves the Army training time and money and
benefits the soldier-linguist with accelerated promotions. (Also see AR
601-210.)
Section II: Qualification--Defense Language Aptitude Battery
3-3. Description
The Defense Language Aptitude Battery, or DLAB, is a quantitative estimate of
the aptitude of a person to learn a foreign language in a formal training
program. Test components for DLAB are listed in DA Pam 611-16. The DLAB has
replaced the Army Language Aptitude Test (ALAT) and the Defense Language
Aptitude Test (DLAT) 1 and DLAT 2 as a standard language aptitude test.
Scores on the ALAT, DLAT 1, and DLAT 2 are no longer acceptable qualifying
criteria for entry into the DFLP. The minimum qualifying DLAB score is
determined by language category. Within their respective components, the
Commanders of PERSCOM, NGB, and ARPERCEN will ensure that compliance with
DLAB entry requirements be coordinated with and approved by the Army Program
Manager (DAMI-PIT). Requests for waivers should include mitigating factors
such as evidence of prior foreign language training or experience, especially
in the language to be trained. Waivers to these requirements must be
coordinated with and approved by the Army Service Program Manager (ODCSINT).
Qualifying DLAB scores by language category are as follows:
a. Category I: 85 or higher.
b. Category II: 90 or higher.
c. Category III: 95 or higher.
d. Category IV: 100 or higher
3-4. Personnel to whom the DLAB is administered
a. Officer personnel. The test is given to--
(1) Officers (except Army Medical Department (AMEDD) and Judge
Advocate General's Corps (JAGC) officers) first entering active service at
basic branch courses or at their first duty station when not attending a
basic branch course.
(2) Officers applying for language training if they have not
been previously tested.
(3) Officers requesting to be tested if they have not been
previously tested.
b. Enlisted personnel. The test is given to enlisted personnel who--
(1) Enlist for options requiring DLIFLC facility training.
(2) Apply for language training and whose personnel records do
not show a DLAB score. This does not apply to military intelligence (MI)
linguists applying for intermediate or advanced language training. These
soldiers require a current (within last 12 months) DA Form 330 reflecting the
following minimum proficiency scores in the language for which training is
requested:
(a) Intermediate: Listening--2; Reading--2
(b) Advanced: Listening--2+; Reading--2+
(3) Successfully complete Special Forces Assessment and
Selection training and whose personnel records do not reflect a DLAB score.
3-5. Approval for DLAB reevaluation
a. Personnel who fail to qualify with a score of 85 or higher on the
initial evaluation may be reevaluated after a 6-month waiting period.
b. First and second retests after a 6-month waiting period may be
given on approval of the individual's immediate commander.
c. Forward requests for third and subsequent retests and exception
period directly to COMMANDER, PERSCOM (ATTN TAPC-PDE), 2461 EISENHOWER AVENUE,
ALEXANDRIA VA 22331-0472.
3-6. Recording and reporting DLAB scores
a. For the active Army, the test control officer (TCO) takes the test
results from the answer sheets and sends them to the appropriate PSC by using
a memorandum with the subject line "DLAB Test Results." The records custodian
records these scores for officer and enlisted personnel according to AR
640-2-1. DLAB scores are also reported through SIDPERS according to AR 680-5
and DA Pam 600-8-2.
b. For USAR Individual Ready Reserve (IRR)/individual mobilization
augmentee (IMA), the TCO provides DLAB test scores and testing dates to the
Commander, ARPERCEN (ARPC-MOT-T), for inclusion in personnel files. For
Troop Program Unit (TPU) personnel, the TCO forwards test results to the
individual's unit for inclusion in personnel files at the Major U.S. Army
Reserve Command (MUSARC) level.
3-7. Disposition of DLAB answer sheets
a. The personnel testing activity ensures that completed DLAB answer
sheets are double-wrapped and forwarded by certified or registered mail to the
COMMANDANT, DLIFLC (ATTN TEST CONTROL OFFICER, ATFL-ESE-T),
PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY CA 93944-5006. Servicing TCOs may consolidate
DLAB answer sheets and forward them monthly.
b. Servicing TCOs maintain a record of test results for each individual
tested in accordance with AR 611-5.
c. For ARNG personnel, the TCO forwards test scores to the individual's
unit, which subsequently forwards them to the Personnel Services Branch at the
State Adjutant General's Department for inclusion in personnel files.
Section III: Evaluation and Reevaluation of Linguist Proficiency
3-8. General
Language testing is given to Army members who have received foreign language
training at Government expense, who claim knowledge of a foreign language as a
result of civilian education, residence in a foreign country, or family usage,
or whose records indicate previous language study.
3-9. Language proficiency tests
a. Language skills in listening, reading, and speaking comprehension
are measured by various evaluation techniques and instruments. These include
the DLPT I, II, III, and IV; the Defense Language Reading Proficiency Test
(DLRPT);
and the Interagency Oral Proficiency Interview. Available tests are listed by
language in DA Pam 611-16.
b. Administer and score tests and handle answer sheets according to
the Administration and Scoring Manual for each version of DLPT and DLRPT
administered.
3-10. Initial evaluation
As an initial evaluation, individuals are given the DLPT for any language in
which qualified or for which proficiency is claimed. For languages in which
no printed or recorded tests exist, individuals will arrange oral interview
tests according to paragraph 3-14 of this regulation, provided certified
testers are available.
Individuals to be given the DLPT are as follows:
a. Cadets at the U.S. Army Military Academy (USMA) upon completion of
their senior year.
b. Officer personnel at basic branch courses or at their first duty
station. Officer personnel who do not attend the basic branch course are
tested at their initial duty assignment.
c. Enlistees for ACASP options requiring a determination of foreign
language proficiency prior to enlistment.
d. Enlistees processing through the USARECBN who claim proficiency in
a foreign language.
e. Individuals graduating from the DLIFLC or other military,
civilian, or contract foreign language programs supported by Army funds.
f. Individuals completing a command language program course of study
(other than Foreign Language Training Center, Europe (FLTCE); Summer
Language Program (SLANG); and routine nonresident language training classes
supported by Army funds).
g. Individuals requesting an initial evaluation upon completion of a
self-study course (for example, night school, college, or home study).
h. Personnel whose records, evaluation reports, or other documents
show a knowledge of a foreign language not recorded on their qualification
records. This includes personnel applying for a language-dependent MOS or
functional area.
i. Individuals not identified above who claim knowledge of a foreign
language or languages
j. USAR personnel, who will be evaluated annually.
3-11. Reevaluation
a. Reevaluation procedures
(1) Annual reevaluation is mandatory for individuals, except
general officers, who have been trained at Government expense (except for
Headstart, Gateway and independent personal nonresident programs).
(2) Soldiers requiring a language proficiency will be
evaluated in their languages annually. Those who fail to meet the minimum
proficiency standard (level 2--listening and level 2--speaking or reading)
are given remedial language training and reevaluated with the DLPT every 6
months. If minimum (2/2) proficiency is not met within 1 year for soldiers
possessing a category I or II language identifier, 2 years for soldiers
possessing a category III language identifier, or 3 years for soldiers
possessing a category IV language identifier, language qualification will be
withdrawn and, if in a language-dependent MOS, reclassification will be
initiated. Soldiers within the reenlistment window (8 months of expiration
term of service--ETS) who fail to meet the standard may be extended in
accordance with AR 601-280, paragraph 3-3d(8), to complete remedial training.
If, upon completion of remedial training, a soldier fails to meet standards,
the soldier may request reenlistment for retraining in another primary
military occupational specialty (PMOS) only. Waiver of PMOS prerequisites for
linguist MOSs may be granted by TAPC-EPL-M. Reserve Component personnel
have the following time to achieve minimum proficiency (2/2) in their
languages: 2 years for soldiers possessing a category I or II language
identifier, 4 years for soldiers possessing a category III language
identifier, and 6 years for soldiers possessing a category IV language
identifier. Waivers for Reserve Component personnel are submitted through
the chain of command to the appropriate waiver authority.
(3) Individuals with a language proficiency who were not
trained at Government expense are encouraged to be reevaluated annually so
that a current linguist file can be maintained.
(4) Procedures to identify and notify linguists requiring
reevaluation are established by the-
(a) PSC for the Active Army.
(b) Commander, ARPERCEN, for USAR in coordination with
the appropriate MACOM.
(c) DCSPER and U.S. Army Reserve Command (USARC) for
USAR TPU members
(d) The Personnel Services Branch at the State Adjutant
General's Department or, in its absence, the individual's unit, for ARNG
personnel.
b. Reevaluation during foreign language training. Soldiers attending
formal language training are exempt from annual reevaluation in the language in
which they are being trained for the duration of training.
(1) Soldiers must be certified proficient within the past 12
months in a foreign language for which the Department of Defense has a
critical need. Orders authorizing FLPP are effective for not longer than 12
months from the evaluation date on the DA Form 330.
(2) Soldiers attending basic, refresher, intermediate or
advanced language training courses sponsored by the Defense Language
Institute (not unit language refresher training) are not to be tested on the
DLPT of the language being trained until the training is completed. This
restriction applies only for the language in which the soldier is currently
being trained; previously authorized FLPP continues uninterrupted while the
soldier is in training at the same rate. Soldiers who are proficient in more
than one language still require recertification in the other languages if the
DA Form 330 expires while the soldier is in training.
3-12. Retesting with the DLPT
a. Individuals who have completed significant training programs may be
retested in less than 6 months from the last test date as an exception to
policy. Exceptions for DLPT retesting must be submitted for approval to the
Commander, PERSCOM (TAPC-PDE). If approved for retesting, 6 calendar months
(for example, 16 April to 16 October) must elapse before any subsequent test.
This requirement cannot be waived.
b. Requests for exception will document significant training.
Normally, this training consists of at least 6 weeks of immersion training or
6 weeks (5 hours a day) of classroom training. A statement from the
individual's commander giving the kind, purpose, and accomplishment that
warrants retesting consideration will be included in the request.
c. The retesting date then becomes the date required for annual
reevaluation according to paragraph 3-11a of this regulation.
Section IV: Interagency Oral Proficiency Interview
3-13. General
An oral proficiency interview is conducted with a DLIFLC-approved tester in
the following circumstances:
a. When an individual claims proficiency in a language for which no
printed or tape-recorded language proficiency test is available. (See DA Pam
611-16 for a list of all available tests.) Interviewers can assign a speaking
proficiency level of 0 through 5 based on an oral interview. Because of the
relationship between the speaking and listening skills, the speaking
proficiency level score can also be awarded as the listening score.
b. When an individual who receives proficiency levels of 3 on all
skills tested requests the option of attempting to increase his or her
proficiency rating. These individuals will not have their scores lowered as
a result of taking the oral interview. The purpose of the oral interview
would be only to award higher proficiency levels. The interviewer can assign
"L" and "S" ratings above 3. No procedure currently exists for awarding "R"
ratings higher than 3 on the basis of an oral interview with the exception of
DLIFLC.
3-14. Method for obtaining an oral interview
Arrangements for interviews can be made only by the TCO. For specific
arrangements, the TCO should contact the Oral Proficiency Testing Office
(ATFL-EST-L), Test Administration Branch, DLIFLC.
3-15. Reporting language proficiency derived from oral interview
The DLIFLC Oral Proficiency Testing Office reports the results of an oral
interview to the requesting TCO, who completes and submits DA Form 330 or 330-
E according to paragraphs 3-18 and 3-19 of this regulation.
3-16. Evaluation of proficiency when a DLIFLC-approved interviewer is
unavailable
The TCO should contact the DLIFLC Oral Proficiency Testing Office for self-
rating guidance and forms. The highest rating to be awarded in speaking on
the basis of self-rating is 3. Self-rating does not allow for
self-assessment of proficiency in the listening and reading skills.
Section V: Reporting Language Proficiency
3-17. Language Proficiency Questionnaire
DA Form 330 or 330-E is the sole-source document for all of the following:
a. Reporting foreign language proficiency.
b. Award and withdrawal of SQI "L."
c. Eligibility for FLPP.
d. Top-loading of the control language (CLANG) or language
identification code (LIC) into the enlisted master file (EMF) by the
Commander, PERSCOM
(TAPC-EPL-M). (Note: A CLANG or LIC cannot be changed or updated through
SIDPERS.)
3-18. Preparation
DA Form 330 is prepared for all Active Component (AC) and Reserve Component
(RC) officers and enlisted personnel any time the DLPT or Interagency Oral
Proficiency Test is administered. It is also used to report the results of
self-rating according to paragraph 3-16 of this regulation. Individuals
responsible for its preparation are specified in chapter 1.
3-19. Disposition
a. Copies 1 and 2 of DA Form 330 or 330-E for AC personnel are sent
to the Commander, PERSCOM; copy 3 is retained in the individual's records.
(1) For enlisted personnel, the address is COMMANDER, PERSCOM
(ATTN TAPC-EPL-M), 2461 EISENHOWER AVENUE, ALEXANDRIA VA 22331-0457.
(2) For officers, the address is COMMANDER, PERSCOM, 200
STOVALL STREET, ALEXANDRIA VA 22332-0406, with the applicable attention line
as noted below:
(a) ATTN: TAPC-OPE-P (for IN, AR, FA, AV, SF, and AD).
(b) ATTN: TAPC-OPF-P (for CM, EN, MI, MP, and SC).
(c) ATTN: TAPC-OPG-P (for QM, TC, OD, FI, and AG).
(3) For officers not listed in paragraphs (2)(a) through (c)
above, the address is COMMANDER, PERSCOM (ATTN TAPC-OPB-D), 200 STOVALL
STREET, ALEXANDRIA VA 22332-0411.
(4) For warrant officers, the address is COMMANDER, PERSCOM
(ATTN TAPC-OPW-D), 200 STOVALL STREET, ALEXANDRIA VA 22332-0406.
b. For USAR TPU personnel--
(1) Copy 1 is forwarded to the COMMANDER, ARPERCEN (ATTN
ARPC-MOT-T), 9700 PAGE BOULEVARD, ST LOUIS MO 63132-5200.
(2) Copy 2 is forwarded to the COMMANDER, USARC (ATTN
AFRC-INO), 3800 NORTH CAMP PARKWAY SW, ATLANTA GA 30331-5099,
except for personnel assigned to U.S. Army Pacific Command (USARPAC). Copy
2 for USARPAC USAR TPU personnel is forwarded to the COMMANDER,
USARPAC (ATTN APIN-PR), FORT SHAFTER HI 96858-5100
(3) Copy 3 is retained in the individual's records.
c. For USAR IRR/IMA personnel, all copies of DA Form 330 or 330-E are
forwarded to the COMMANDER, ARPERCEN (ARPC-MOT-T), 9700 PAGE
BOULEVARD, ST LOUIS MO 63131-5200.
d. For ARNG personnel--
(1) Copy 1 is forwarded to the Personnel Services Branch at
the State Adjutant General's Department.
(2) Copy 2 is forwarded to the CHIEF, NGB (ATTN NGB-ARP-C),
111 SOUTH GEORGE MASON DRIVE, ARLINGTON VA 22204-1382.
(3) Copy 3 is retained in the individual's records.
e. If an individual or an individual's unit is ordered to active duty
for more than 180 days according to AR 135-200, AR 135-210, and/or AR 135-300,
the personnel office of the first activity processing either the individual or
the unit will comply with procedures in paragraph a above.
f. Servicing TCOs will maintain a record of test results according to
AR 611-5 for each individual tested.
Section VI: Linguist Identification
3-20. General
It is essential that individuals possessing foreign language proficiency be
adequately identified so their skills can be matched to Army linguist
requirements. This becomes especially important during Army contingency
operations requiring foreign language specialists. An individual is
identified as a linguist when he or she obtains a minimum proficiency level of
2 in listening and 2 in either speaking or reading in any foreign language,
regardless of how the proficiency was acquired. The exception to the level 2
proficiency requirement applies to individuals in career management field
(CMF) 18, who attend the Special Operations Foreign Language Center and
acquire a minimum proficiency level of 1.
3-21. Award of a language identification code
a. All individuals who enter the Army with a language capability
(other than English) or who obtain a language skill while on active duty,
regardless of proficiency, are awarded the appropriate language
identification code, or LIC, as follows-
(1) For commissioned officers, according to AR 611-101.
(2) For warrant officers, as part of their MOS codes according
to AR 611-112 and DA Pam 600-11.
(3) For enlisted personnel, as part of their MOS codes
according to AR 600-200 and AR 611-201.
b. Languages and corresponding LICs are listed in appendix B of this
regulation and in AR 18-12-4.
c. Once awarded, the LIC is not removed from an individual's record.
The LIC is maintained as a permanent entry to identify soldiers who qualify
or have qualified in a foreign language.
3-22. Award and withdrawal of special qualification identifier (SQI) "L"
a. SQI "L" is awarded by local PSCs to all enlisted personnel who
obtain a minimum proficiency level of 2 in listening and in either speaking
or reading.
b. SQI "L" is withdrawn if an individual fails to meet the minimum
proficiency level noted in paragraph a above or fails to meet the minimum
qualification levels in the regulation specified in paragraph 3-21a of this
regulation.
3-23. Failure of enlisted soldiers to meet minimum proficiency levels at
Defense Language Institute (DLI) sponsored courses
a. The Troop Commander, DLI, has the authority to waive the minimum
proficiency level requirements and graduate soldiers. However, this authority
should be used on a limited basis and such actions coordinated with PERSCOM
(TAPC-EPL-M).
b. Soldiers who do not meet course standards and for whom a waiver is
not granted are disqualified for duty in language-dependent MOSs and must be
reclassified.
c. Reclassification actions must be coordinated with and approved by
PERSCOM (TAPC-EPL-M) to assure maximum utilization of acquired language
skills.
Section VII: Control Language
3-24. Genera
The control language, or CLANG, identifies the enlisted soldier's primary
foreign language for management and strength accountability purposes. It
will be designated by the Commander, PERSCOM (TAPC-EPL-M), and appears as the
eighth and ninth characters of the soldier's MOS code.
3-25. Designation
a. Individuals with only one language have that language designated
as their CLANG.
b. Individuals with two or more languages have their CLANGs determined
by TAPC-EPL-M and the appropriate career branch within PERSCOM.
c. The overriding factor in determining the CLANG is the Army's needs.
Additional considerations include the--
(1) Soldier's language proficiency.
(2) Desires of the individual.
d. For enlisted personnel, the CLANG is entered into the SIDPERS
personnel file (SPF) through a top of the system transaction. This is
accomplished by the Commander, PERSCOM (TAPC-EPL-M), for active Army enlisted
personnel, and by ARPERCEN (ARPC-MOT-T), for IRR/IMA personnel, upon receipt
of DA Form 330 or 330-E.
Section VIII: Career Development
3-26. Enlisted personnel
Army enlisted linguist personnel are managed through the following three
groups:
a. Personnel in language-dependent MOSs. Career development of these
personnel will be ensured in training, assignment, and utilization directed by
career branch managers and user unit commanders. These personnel will be
assigned to duties that stress progressive acquisition and use of higher-level
language skills. Intermediate and advanced language courses, when available,
are routinely incorporated into their career progression. Language-dependent
MOSs are as follows:
(1) 97E--Interrogator
(2) 98G--Voice Interceptor
(3) 97L--Translator/Interpreter (Reserve only)
Army linguist proficiency standards for individuals in language-dependent MOSs
are minimum ratings of level 2 in listening and level 2 in either reading or
speaking.
These standards are based on job performance requirements for duty in a
linguist MOS; for 98G, the primary proficiency is listening and reading and
for 97E, the primary proficiency is listening and speaking.
b. Personnel in non-language-dependent MOSs. These personnel, trained
in a foreign language in preparation for a specific assignment, continue to be
identified as linguist assets after their initial use and are routinely
considered for subsequent linguist assignments. However, the attainment of a
language skill should not block or hinder the individual's normal pattern for
career development in his or her PMOS or CMF.
c. Personnel possessing a foreign language capability not received
through Army-sponsored training. Utilization of personnel found by voluntary
DLPT testing to meet routine language requirements depends on the overall
needs of the Army and the individual's language proficiency and availability.
The primary reason for identifying such individuals is for potential use in
national emergencies or mobilization. Language capability normally does not
influence career development within the PMOS or CMF.
3-27. Officer personnel
Officer linguist career development will continue to be based on confirmed
requirements and be administered under the Officer Personnel Management
System (OPMS) specialties or warrant officer MOSs. Officers in the
Intelligence and Foreign Area Operations branches, in particular, should seek
language training and use it as an important component of a well-balanced
background.
Section IX: Utilization and Reutilization
3-28. Utilization
a. Upon completion of language training, individuals are assigned
against the linguist authorizations for which they were trained. Commanders
will ensure that these soldiers satisfy the linguist requirement for at least
1 year.
b. When requirements have been canceled, the individual will be
assigned, when possible, to a position or area where the acquired language
capabilities can be used.
c. Enlistment bonus and selective reenlistment bonus recipients are
assigned against the MOS and language requirements for which the bonus was
received. (See AR 601-280, chap 8.)
d. The utilization policy above will not be used as a basis for
preventing enlisted personnel from applying for Officer Candidate School
(OCS), applying for direct commission, or applying for appointment to warrant
officer.
3-29. Reutilization
a. Enlisted personnel in language-dependent MOSs serve successive
assignments against the language requirements for which they were trained.
Assignments to positions not requiring a language must be approved by the
COMMANDER, PERSCOM (ATTN TAPC-EPL-M), 2461 EISENHOWER AVENUE, ALEXANDRIA VA
22331-0457 for AC enlisted personnel and by the appropriate MUSARC for USAR
personnel. ARNG personnel should refer to NGR 600-200 for specific guidance
concerning reassignment restrictions.
b. Reutilization of enlisted personnel in non-language-dependent MOSs
and of officer linguists to fill language requirements is determined on a
case-by-case basis, depending on the needs of the Army and the impact on the
individual's professional development. While reutilization is less costly and
improves the language proficiency of an individual, its effect on the Army's
goal of developing sufficient qualified linguists to continually meet Army
requirements must also be considered.
3-30. Application for linguist assignments (enlisted personnel)
Qualified personnel may apply for a linguist assignment by submitting DA Form
4187 (Personnel Action) through command channels to the COMMANDER, PERSCOM
(ATTN TAPC-EPL-M), 2461 EISENHOWER AVENUE, ALEXANDRIA VA 22331-0457.
Chapter 4: Training
4-1. Resident foreign language training. The DLIFLC provides full-time
language training for the Army. Most resident basic course instruction is
conducted at the Presidio of Monterey, CA, but members of the Defense Attaché
System (DAS) and service personnel studying designated low-enrollment languages
are trained in other Government or commercial facilities under the auspices of
the DLIFLC's Washington, DC office. Basic language courses at DLIFLC are
designed to train to level 2 in listening, reading, and speaking skills.
4-2. Nonresident foreign language training. Nonresident foreign language
programs are the responsibility of unit commanders. This training may
include materials provided by Distance Education Training Division, DLIFLC,
and other training materials/systems approved by the MACOM foreign language
training manager.
4-3. Unit training (Command Language Programs)
a. Commanders at all levels whose unit mission accomplishment depends
on the foreign language skills of assigned personnel will, as part of their
Command Language Programs, establish on- and off-duty refresher maintenance
training programs. Sufficient refresher and maintenance training time should
be given in unit training programs to ensure that foreign language proficiency
is maintained or enhanced. Commanders should not require individuals
attending Command Language Programs to take the DLPT more than annually
unless a situation warrants retesting.
b. Commanders at all levels whose mission accomplishment does not
depend on language skills but who consider language training necessary for
other reasons may also establish training programs.
4-4. Qualifications for DLIFLC training. To qualify for training at the
DLIFLC, individuals must meet the following requirements:
a. All military personnel. Applicants must--
(1) Have successfully completed high school or general
education development (GED) equivalent.
(2) Possess a qualifying DLAB score as defined in
paragraph 3-3.
(3) Possess an interim or final SECRET security clearance.
(4) Have no major speech impediment that would cause language
acquisition to be difficult or personally embarrassing
(5) Possess a physical profile serial of 1 in the S factor
(Psychiatric) and the minimum hearing acuity of 2 in each ear in the H factor
(Hearing).
(6) Meet the height and weight standards in AR 600-9 or
AR 40-501 for non prior service (NPS) personnel undergoing initial entry
training (IET).
b. Military Intelligence linguists. When applying for intermediate or
advanced language training, these individuals must meet language proficiency
criteria specified in paragraph 3-4b(2).
c. Officers.
(1) Officers, except those in the Military Intelligence and
Special Forces branches and in MOS 18A (Special Forces warrant officers), must
have served at least 3 years in their branch or MOS (for warrant officers) in
the active military service. This requirement may be waived by career
division chiefs to meet valid requirements.
(2) ARNG and USAR officers must have enough time after
language training to complete their incurred obligation without exceeding 20
years active Federal Service or RC retention criteria.
d. Enlisted personnel. Enlisted personnel must--
(1) Have a qualifying DLAB score according to paragraph 3-3
(2) Have completed basic and advanced individual training
before entering a language course (except those enlisting for 97E and 98C
linguist MOSs and MOS 98Gs receiving language training as a prerequisite for
advanced individual training--AIT). Personnel undergoing basic or advanced
individual training may submit applications for language training, provided
the MOS for which they are being trained has linguist authorizations.
(3) Waive enlistment or reenlistment commitments. Those with
enlistment or reenlistment commitments must agree to waive them according to
AR 601-280, chapter 2.
4-5. Preparation and submission of DLIFLC training applications
a. Officers. Officers may show a general interest in DLIFLC training
by regularly submitting DA Form 483 (Officer's Assignment Preference
Statement). They may also submit applications for language training to the
COMMANDER, PERSCOM (ATTN TAPC-OP-APPROPRIATE CAREER DIVISION), 200 STOVALL
STREET, ALEXANDRIA VA 22331-0411, except as indicated in c and d below
b. Enlisted personnel. Applications for DLIFLC training, to include
DLAB scores, are prepared on DA Form 4187 and processed according to DA Pam
600-8. Forms are sent to the COMMANDER, PERSCOM (ATTN TAPC-EPL-M), 2461
EISENHOWER AVENUE, ALEXANDRIA VA 22331-0457.
c. Judge Advocate General's Corps officer personnel. These personnel
send their applications to HQDA (DAJA-PT), WASH DC 20310.
d. Reserve Component personnel. These personnel submit their
applications according to AR 135-200.
4-6. Individuals ineligible for resident language training. The following
categories of personnel may not apply for resident language training:
a. Those serving on a service-remaining requirement based on prior
training. They must first have served in the MOS for which trained for a
period specified in AR 614-200.
b. Transient and patient personnel.
c. Individuals under courts-martial charges.
d. Individuals serving on stabilized assignments (unless the
application for training is for a time after the stabilized assignment is
terminated).
e. Enlisted personnel attending courses at Army Service Schools
(unless training is in an MOS complemented by language training).
f. Personnel in overseas commands unless the course is scheduled to
begin after the foreign service tour is completed.
g. Individuals being processed for discharge. (This does not apply to
individuals reenlisting for their own vacancies.)
h. Officer and enlisted personnel who did not complete a DLIFLC course
because of academic failure. (The Commander, PERSCOM (TAPC-EPL-M), has
the authority to grant waivers on a case-by-case basis.)
i. Personnel whose records are under suspension of favorable personnel
actions.
j. Personnel whose security clearances have been suspended or revoked
(AR 604-5).
4-7. Selection for DLIFLC training
a. General. The selection of active Army personnel for language
training is governed by projected worldwide requirements by MOS and branch,
grade and language. Training requirements at the DLIFLC are filled, as much
as possible, with volunteers. When volunteers are not available, the
Commander, PERSCOM, makes selections for school attendance. The Commander,
PERSCOM (TAPC-EPL-M), may waive standards for enlisted personnel to fulfill
the needs of the Army.
b. Service obligation. Volunteers approved for language training at
Government expense incur the following service obligation:
(1) Officers. Officers incur a service obligation computed
from when a language course ends (according to AR 350-100) of 1 year for a
course of 7 to 20 weeks, 2 years for a course of 21 to 33 weeks, and 3 years
for courses longer than 33 weeks.
(a) Assignment orders contain the following statement:
"Service obligation of 1, 2, or 3 years (whichever is applicable) incurred
under the provisions of AR 350-100."
(b) The service obligation for language training does
not apply to officers who were involuntarily ordered to language training.
(c) ARNG and USAR officers (on active duty or in
Reserve status) who do not have sufficient service time remaining to meet the
obligatory tour listed in (a) above should request a service extension under
AR 135-215. The application includes a statement of understanding of the
service obligation incurred.
(2) Enlisted personnel.
(a) Enlisted personnel incur service remaining
requirements computed from when the school course ends, according to AR
614-200. Personnel selected for language training for a special program must
meet the service obligation of that program.
(b) Applicants who are qualified for language training
but who do not have enough time remaining in the service must either extend or
reenlist (AR 601-280). Extensions or reenlistments must take place prior to
departing the current duty station or the individual will be deleted from
assignment to the DLIFLC.
4-8. Duty status while attending DLIFLC training
a. Those selected for language training in courses of 20 weeks or more
are assigned on a permanent change of station (PCS) as outlined below.
(1) When courses are conducted at the Presidio of Monterey,
students are assigned to the TROOP COMMAND, DLIFLC, PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY CA
93944-5006. They must report for enrollment during normal duty hours on or
before the report date specified on their orders.
(2) When courses are conducted under the auspices of the
DLIFLC Washington Office, students are assigned to the HQ COMPANY, US ARMY
GARRISON, FORT MYER VA 22211-5009. They must report for enrollment between
0800 and 1600 hours on the reporting date to the DLIFLC WASHINGTON OFFICE,
CRYSTAL GATEWAY NORTH (SUITE 507), 1111 JEFFERSON DAVIS HIGHWAY, ARLINGTON VA
22202-4306.
(3) Officer attaché trainees who receive language training at
the Foreign Service Institute (FSI) are assigned to the US ARMY FIELD SUPPORT
CENTER (ATTN IASV-P), FORT MEADE MD 20755.
b. Those selected for language training of less than 20 weeks are
assigned temporary duty (TDY) en route to a new assignment or TDY and return
to unit. Transmit records for TDY personnel according to AR 640-10.
4-9. Other educational institutions and commercial contractors. Non-DOD
educational institutions and contractors may be used for language training
when DOD assets are unavailable and when these alternatives best meet the
overall needs of the Army.
Chapter 5: Linguist Readiness and Language Programming and Budgeting
5-1. Linguist readiness reporting
Unit commanders who are authorized linguists and who are required to report
unit status according to AR 220-1 will include information on the unit's
linguist posture in the unit status report. The narrative in the "remarks"
column of the unit status report should describe aspects of the unit's
linguist posture such as language mix on hand versus that authorized,
linguist proficiency, and training programs. Where deficiencies exist,
advise parent units, MACOMs, and monitoring HQDA Staff so corrective action
can be taken.
5-2. Programming and budgeting
a. Army Force Structure Guidance, Army Strategic Capabilities Plans,
the Joint Strategic Objective Plan, and all Unified Command operating plans
(OPLANs) will delineate the required planning data for linguist mix to
facilitate force sizing.
b. The development of linguist capabilities, particularly education
and training support requirements, will be addressed through program
objective memorandum (POM) or Program Analysis Resource Review (PARR) issues
and reflected in MACOM Command Operating Budget Estimate (COBE) submissions.
Chapter 6: Foreign Language Proficiency Pay
Section 1, General
6-1 Purpose
a. This chapter prescribes policy and guidance for the administration
of Foreign Language Proficiency Pay (FLPP) for qualified members of the Active
Army, Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve.
b. FLPP is a monthly monetary incentive paid to officers, warrant
officers, and enlisted personnel who qualify for and maintain the required
proficiency in a designated foreign language.
c. The FLPP program is authorized under the provisions of section 316,
title 37, United States Code (37 USC 316). It is administered according to
DODI 7280.3 and chapter 19 of DOD 7000.14-R (volume 7, part A).
d. For the purpose of this chapter
(1) A "critical language" is any foreign language designated
by the Secretary as a required proficiency because of national defense
considerations.
(2) "Language proficiency" is the level of proficiency a
soldier possesses in a foreign language skill (listening, reading, and
speaking).
6-2. FLPP program changes
a. Conditions. Languages or specialties recommended for FLPP must
satisfy the conditions prescribed by this chapter.
b. Active Army. MACOM commanders may forward requests for
administrative or policy changes to HQDA (DAPE-MPE-PD), WASHINGTON DC
20310-0300, with an information copy to HQDA (DAMI-PIT). Send requests for
changes in proficiency levels to be paid or changes in the critical language
list to HQDA (DAMI-PIT-L), WASHINGTON DC 20310-1001.
c. Reserve Components. Commanders may request changes to the FLPP
program in their commands. Send requests through the NGB or OCAR to the
appropriate HQDA staff identified in paragraph 6-3c. In addition,
(1) State Adjutant Generals may submit requests through the NGB
(NGB-ARP-P)
(2) U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM) and ARPERCEN may submit
requests through OCAR (ARPC-OP-IP).
Section II, Policy
6-3 Criteria for individual soldier eligibility
A soldier is eligible to receive FLPP if all of the conditions listed below
are met.
a. Soldiers should be--
(1) On active duty and entitled to basic pay.
(2) Certified proficient within the past 12 months in a
foreign language for which the Department of Defense has a critical need
(see fig 6-1 below for current critical languages).
(3) Assigned to military duties requiring proficiency in the
requisite language and performing the duties of the position.
Exempt from the duty position requirement are soldiers who--
(a) Have a PMOS in CMF 18, 37, 96, or 98 (enlisted
soldiers only).
(b) Have a MOS of 180A, 350L, 351B, 351C, 351E,
352C, or 352G (warrant officers only).
(c) Have a branch code of 18 or functional area of
39, 47, or 48 (commissioned officers only).
b. ARNG and USAR. Reserve Component personnel should be---
(1) Serving as ARNG or USAR officers, warrant officers, or
enlisted soldiers, entitled to receive basic pay when--
(a) Attending regularly scheduled inactive duty
training (IDT) assemblies as an assigned member of the ARNG, a USAR TPU, or
the Control Group-Individual Mobilization Augmentation.
(b) Serving on active duty for special work (ADSW),
annual training (AT), active duty for training (ADT), temporary tour of
active duty (TTAD), and Active Guard Reserve (AGR) duty for at least 1 day.
(2) Proficient in a language designated by the SA (see fig
6-1 below)
(3) Certified by the Army within the past 12 months as
proficient in a designated foreign language.
(4) Assigned to military duties requiring proficiency in the
requisite language and performing the duties of the position. Exempt from
the duty position requirement are soldiers who--
(a) Have a PMOS in CMF 18, 37, 38, 96, or 98 (enlisted
soldiers only).
(b) Have a MOS of 180A, 350L, 351B, 351C, 351E, 352C,
or 352G (warrant officers only).
(c) Have a branch code of 18, 38 or functional area of
39, 47, or 48 (commissioned officers only).
c. Eligibility determination. When eligibility, award, or termination
of FLPP cannot be determined, forward the case with recommendations through
command channels to--
(1) COMMANDER, PERSCOM (ATTN TAPC-PLA-A), 200 STOVALL STREET,
ALEXANDRIA VA 22332-0406, for Active Army soldiers.
(2) Through Headquarters, Departments of the Army and Air
Force, to NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU ANG READINESS CENTER (ATTN NGB-ARP-PE), 111
SOUTH GEORGE MASON DRIVE, ARLINGTON VA 22204-1382, for ARNG soldiers.
(3) COMMANDER, ARPERCEN (ATTN ARPC-MOT-T), 9700 PAGE BOULEVARD,
ST LOUIS MO 63132-5200, for USAR soldiers.
Figure 6-1: Critical languages grouped by LDC
Category I
Afrikaans (AA)
Danish (DA)
Dutch (DU)
French (FR)
Haitian-Creole (HC)
Italian (JT)
Sardinian (JK)
Neapolitan (JM)
Sicilian (JS
Norwegian (NR)
Portuguese (PY)
Brazilian (PQ)
European (PT)
Spanish (QB)
American (LA)
Caribbean (QC)
Castilian (SR)
Creole (SS)
Swedish (SY)
Taki-Taki (TG)
Category II
German (GM)
Indonesian (JN)
Malay (ML)
Romanian/Rumanian (RQ)
(includes Moldavian)
Category III
Albanian (AB)
Amharic (AC)
Armenian (AR)
Azerbaijani/Azeri (AX)
Bashkir (BP)
Basque (BQ)
Belorussian/Byelorussian (BL)
Bemba (BM)
Bengali/Bangla (BN)
Bikol/Bicol/Vicol (CG)
Bulgarian (BU)
Burmese (BY)
Cambodian/Khmer (CA)
Czech (CX)
Dari/Persian-Afghan/Persian-Dari (PG)
Divehi/Maldivian (DV)
Estonian (ES)
Farsi/Persian-Farsi (PF)
Finnish (FJ)
Georgian (GG)
Greek (GR)
Hausa (HS)
Hebrew (HE
Hindi (HJ)
Hungarian (HU)
Ilocan (JL)
Kachin (KH)
Karen (KC)
Kazakh (KE)
Kinyarwanda (KL)
Kirghiz/Kirgiz (KM)
Kurdish (KU)
Lahu (LM)
Laotian/Lao (LC)
Latvian (LE)
Lingala/Ngala (LJ)
Lithuanian (LT)
Macedonian (MA)
Malagasy (MG)
Maranao (LY)
Miskito (NM)
Mongolian (MV)
Nepali/Nepalese (NE)
Nyanja/Chinyanja (NY)
Ossetic (QS)
Pampangan (QV)
Polish (PL)
Punjabi (PJ)
Pushtu/Pashto (PU)
Rade/Rhade (RH)
Russian (RU)
Serbo-Croatian (SC)
Shan (SF)
Shona (SH)
Singhalese/Sinhalese (SJ)
Slovak (SK)
Slovenian (SL)
Somali (SM)
Swahili (SW)
Taik/Tadjik/Tadzhik (TB)
Tagalog/Filipino/Pilipino (TA)
Tamil (TC)
Tatar (TM)
Telegu/Telugu (TE)
Thai (TH)
Tibetan (TJ)
Tigrinya (TL)
Turkish (TU
Turkmen/Turkoman (UB)
Uighur (UJ)
Ukrainian (UK)
Urdu (UR)
Uzbek (UX)
Vietnamese (VN)
Central (VC)
Hanoi (VN)
Saigon (VS)
Visayan (VY)
Cebuano (VB)
Hiligaynon (VH)
WA (WV)
Xhosa (WH)
Yoruba (YQ)
Zulu (XU)
Category IV
Arabic (AZ)
Algerian (AM)
Egyptian (AE)
Gulf
Iraqi (DG)
Libyan (AL)
Modern Standard (AD)
Moroccan (BS)
Saudi (AN)
Sudanese (AV)
Syrian (AP)
Tunisian (BW)
Yemeni-Adeni (AU)
Chinese (CZ)
Cantonese (CC)
Cha'o Chou/Swatow (YE)
Fuchow/North Min (CQ)
Fukienese/Min (CF)
Hakka (CH)
Mandarin-Yunnanese (CM)
South Min (CD)
Wu (CS)
Japanese (JA)
Korean (KP)
6-4. Amount of payment
a. FLPP may be paid in addition to any other pay or allowance to which
the soldier is entitled.
b. FLPP payment levels are as follows:
(1) FLPP-1=$25;
(2) FLPP-2=$50;
(3) FLPP-3=$75; and
(4) FLPP-4=$100.
c. The amount of FLPP may not exceed the maximum monthly level of
$100.
d. FLPP is computed based on a 30-day month. Entitlement accrues from
the authorization date through the day before the effective date of the
termination order. FLPP is prorated for that portion of the month in which
entitlement starts or ends.
e. When service is performed in an IDT status, each regularly
scheduled
IDT assembly that a soldier attends entitles eligible soldiers to a prorated
amount equal to 1/30th of the monthly authorized FLPP level.
f. For service lasting less than a month (ADSW, AT, ADT, or TTAD), a
soldier is entitled to a daily prorated amount equal to 1/30th of the monthly
authorized level.
6-5. Determination of FLPP level
a. FLPP payment levels are based on proficiency ratings in listening,
reading, and/or speaking, and on the difficulty of the language.
b. Proficiency ratings are determined from the raw or converted scores
resulting from the Defense Language Proficiency Tests I, II, III, and IV in
table 6-1 at the end of this chapter or from results of the Interagency Oral
Proficiency Interview.
c. Figure 6-1 will be used to determine the language difficulty
category (LDC) for which FLPP is be paid.
d. FLPP payment levels are determined using proficiency ratings and
language difficulty categories according to table 6-2 at the end of this
chapter.
e. Additive FLPP payments may be awarded to qualifying soldiers,
provided the total amount does not exceed $100. These soldiers must be
accounted for separately on Active Army installation and MACOM feeder reports
and on ARNG and USAR reports. Qualifying soldiers are those who are certified
proficient in multiple designated foreign languages (but not multiple dialects
of the same basic language) and who meet the requirements of paragraph 6-3 of
this regulation.
6-6. FLPP recipient report requirements (RCS CSGPA-1747)
Monthly reports prepared in the format outlined in table 6-3 at the end of
this chapter are sent to the HQDA agency as specified. Consolidated MACOM
reports (to include negative reports) are to arrive at the HQDA agency not
later than 15 days after the last day of the reported month.
a. MACOMs will forward reports on Active Army soldiers to the
COMMANDER, PERSCOM (ATTN TAPC-PLT-A), 200 STOVALL STREET, ALEXANDRIA VA
22332-0406.
b. State Adjutants General will forward reports on ARNG soldiers
through Headquarters, Departments of the Army and Air Force, and through the
NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU ANG READINESS CENTER (ATTN NGB-ARP-PE), 111 SOUTH
GEORGE MASON DRIVE, ARLINGTON VA 22204-1382 to the COMMANDER, PERSCOM (ATTN
TAPC-PLA-T), 200 STOVALL STREET, ALEXANDRIA VA 22332-0406.
c. Army commands falling within the USAR will forward reports on USAR
soldiers through the COMMANDER, ARPERCEN (ATTN ARPC-MOT-T), 9700 PAGE
BOULEVARD, ST LOUIS MO 63132-5200 to the COMMANDER, PERSCOM (ATTN TAPC-PLA-T),
200 STOVALL STREET, ALEXANDRIA VA 22332-0406.
6-7. Utilization
Soldiers receiving FLPP who are not in exempted MOSs, FAs, or branches will be
utilized in positions requiring the language proficiency. Such utilization
ensures that the Army is properly paying the incentive and helping the soldier
to maintain proficiency in the language.
Section III, Reserve Components
6-8. Orders for ARNG and USAR procedures
a. Order format 330 (AR 600-8-105) is issued to start, terminate,
change, and reinstate FLPP award levels for ARNG and USAR soldiers. A single
order is used to award each higher rate of pay, with the appropriate effective
dates indicated.
b. FLPP orders being issued for a soldier ordered to ADSW, ADT or TTAD
will reflect start and termination dates that coincide with the tour orders.
These orders are not required for TPU soldiers for whom FLPP orders have
already been issued.
c. Commands authorized to issue ADSW, AT, ADT or TTAD orders are the
orders issuing authorities for FLPP orders.
d. The authorized FLPP level (see para 6-4b) is shown on all FLPP
orders.
6-9. Recommendations to terminate, change or reinstate FLPP for ARNG and USAR
soldiers
a. Recommendations for termination, change of award level, or
reinstatement of FLPP for ARNG and USAR soldiers are originated by the unit
commander and sent through the soldier to the orders issuing authority. If
the termination is for a reason other than the soldier's having failed to
qualify by means of the DLPT, the recommendation must include the
justification (for example, being assigned to a non-language position).
b. The soldier will attach a statement to the correspondence
acknowledging that he or she--
(1) Has read the correspondence;
(2) Understands the nature of the action;
(3) If notified of termination, understands the effective
date of termination;
(4) Has received a copy of the basic correspondence; and
(5) Does or does not wish to submit statements on his or her
behalf.
c. The approving authority for termination, change, or reinstatement
of FLPP for Reserve Component soldiers is the issuing authority of the
original FLPP order.
6-10. Termination of FLPP to ARNG and USAR soldiers
FLPP is terminated when a soldier--
a. No longer meets all of the requirements for continued entitlement
noted in paragraph 6-3b
b. Is released from assignment or attachment to the duty position
that required the language proficiency or is not performing the military
duties of the position, except--
(1) Attending courses of instruction which are related
directly to, or are necessary for, continued FLPP qualification;
(2) Attending a course of instruction in a new military
specialty authorized to receive FLPP and reclassification is determined to be
in the best interest of the Army;
(3) Serving on an IDT or AGR status and performing temporary
or special duties not exceeding 90 days;
(4) Serving on AGR status and on authorized leave. This
includes leave taken between assignments qualifying for FLPP.
c. Is serving in IDT status and is declared an unsatisfactory
participant according to AR 135-91.
d. Completes the specified term of ADSW, ADT, TTAD, or is released
from AGR status.
6-11 Reinstatement
An ARNG or USAR soldier terminated according to paragraph 6-10 may be
reinstated immediately upon satisfying the eligibility requirements of
paragraph 6-3b.
Section IV. Active Army
6-12. Rules for processing requests for FLPP or changes of award level
a. Orders will reflect that FLPP is effective for not longer than 12
months from the evaluation (test) date (block 10) on the DA Form 330.
b. For soldiers completing initial entry training, FLPP becomes
effective upon arrival at the first permanent duty station following the
MOS-producing school. For example, a soldier in MOS 98G is issued orders
authorizing FLPP upon arrival at his or her first unit assignment after
completion of AIT. The effective date is the day of arrival at the PCS
assignment.
c. Recommendation by the commander for a change of award level will
contain justification and be sent through the soldier to the approving
authority
6-13. Processing requests for FLPP or change of award level
a. Table 6-4 at the end of the chapter contains the procedures
required for awarding or changing of the FLPP level.
Section V: Program Maintenance
6-14. Maintaining the FLPP program--
a. Monitor Military Personnel (MILPER) messages and letters for
changes to the FLPP program.
b. Initiate actions at the installation level to determine soldier
eligibility and issue orders for soldiers occupying FLPP positions.
6-15. Procedures for maintaining the FLPP program
Table 6-5 at the end of the chapter contains the procedures required for
maintaining the FLPP program.
6-16. Terminating or reinstating FLPP
a. The date of termination or reinstatement is based on the actual
date that the soldier was removed or reinstated.
b. Entitlement to FLPP is terminated when a soldier no longer meets
all of the requirements for continued entitlement according to paragraph 6-3a.
c. FLPP is terminated when a soldier is released from an assignment or
duty position requiring language proficiency or is not performing the military
duties of the position, except when--
(1) Performing temporary or special duties not to exceed 90
days.
(2) Attending courses of instruction related directly to or
necessary for continued FLPP qualification.
(3) Attending a course in another critical language determined
to be in the best interest of the Army.
(4) In an inpatient or in-transit status.
(5) On authorized leave to include transit between FLPP
assignments
d. See paragraph 3-11b(2) for exemptions related to soldiers
attending DLI-sponsored courses.
6-17. Steps for commanders terminating or reinstating FLPP
Table 6-6 at the end of this chapter contains procedures required for
terminating or reinstating FLPP.
Table 6-1, Proficiency Ratings
DLPT I DLPT II/III/IV and DLRPT
Raw Score Proficiency Raw Score Proficiency
Rating Rating
1-20 0 1-24 0
21-33 0+ 25-29 0+
24-29 1 30-35 1
30-35 1+ 36-39 1+
36-42 2 40-45 2
43-48 2+ 46-49 2+
49-60 3 50-100 3
Notes:
1. In languages for which only DLPT I and II are available, soldiers are
tested only in listening and reading.
2. DLPT III and IV add a taped, spoken component to the testing system.
However, for FLPP qualification, the spoken portion of DLPT III and IV is
waived until otherwise directed. However, even though only the listening and
reading portions are required for FLPP qualification, soldiers may be
administered the spoken component if they request it. TCOs should have
already received DLPT III and IV. Forward information regarding procedures
for ordering to the Army Personnel Test Program manager at the following
address: COMMANDER, PERSCOM (ATTN TAPC-PDE), 2461 EISENHOWER AVENUE,
ALEXANDRIA VA 22331-0472 (telephone: DSN 221-2830 or commercial
(703) 325-2830).
3. Procedures for ordering DLPTs are contained in DA Pam 611-16. Further
guidance is available from the Army Personnel Test Program Manager at the
above address. A list of currently available tests with their formats and
component numbers are issued to all TCOs via message and updates of DA Pam
611-16. Implementation of new tests and availability of their components are
announced by electric message or DA circular.
4. The DLRPT is available in the following languages: Amharic, Haitian-Creole,
Hausa, and Hindu. FLPP eligibility is determined on the basis of that one
skill only.
5. The telephonic verbal proficiency test is used to determine FLPP for
languages in which no DLPT exists. FLPP eligibility is determined on the
basis of speaking proficiency only, even if the test is taken in person and a
reading score is given. TCOs can arrange for telephonic verbal testing in
these languages by contacting the Language Proficiency Testing Branch at
DLIFLC in Monterey, CA (telephone: DSN 878-5505/5228 or commercial (408)
242-5505/5228).
6. Telephonic verbal proficiency testing with DLIFLC is used to determine a
proficiency level greater than 3. TCOs must contact the Language Proficiency
Testing Branch at DLIFLC as noted above.
7. Soldiers who are due annual reevaluation but are assigned to a foreign
country where U.S. Army testing support is not provided are tested prior to
departure from the losing command. Testing is administered according to AR
611-;5, paragraph 3-9. Soldiers who are currently in a foreign country or on
short-notice deployment where testing facilities are not available can have
their commanders and/or supervisors recertify their current proficiency in
lieu of the DLPT. Document recertification on DA Form 4187 with the following
annotation: "The commander/supervisor certifies that the recipient can perform
his/her linguistic duties in a satisfactory manner and is proficient at a
level consistent with the FLPP rate for the previous year." The DA Form 4187
is forwarded to the appropriate record custodian for issuance of orders to
authorize FLPP. Orders authorizing FLPP are effective for not longer than 12
months from the evaluation date on the DA Form 330. Soldiers must be
recertified using DLPT as soon as practicable and in all cases within 60 days
after return to their permanent duty station.
8. See paragraph 3-11b(2) of this regulation for exemptions related to
soldiers attending DLI-sponsored courses.
Table 6-2, FLPP Payment Levels
Proficiency Rating Language Difficulty Category
Listening Speaking Reading I II III IV
1 1+ 1+ N/A N/A N/A N/A
2 2 2 FLPP-1 FLPP-2 FLPP-2 FLPP-3
2+ 2+ 2+ FLPP-2 FLPP-3 FLPP-3 FLPP-4
3 3 3 FLPP-3 FLPP-4 FLPP-4 FLPP-4
Note: The lower of the proficiency ratings received in reading and/or
listening is used to determine the FLPP level. The speaking portion of the
DLPT, if taken, will not be used for FLPP determination. (Example: A soldier
possessing LDC III and proficiency ratings of 2+ (listening), 2 (speaking),
and 3 (reading) would be awarded FLPP-3.)
Table 6-3: Sample FLPP Recipient Reporting Format
Reporting Command: TRADOC
Reporting Date: AUG 94
Category: (officer, warrant officer, enlisted)
LIC MOS FLPP-1 FLPP-2 FLPP-3 FLPP-4
GM 98G 0 20 6 3
GM 98K 0 1 0 2
HE 97E 0 1 0 2
KP 97E 0 0 1 2
Total ----- 0 22 7 9
Table 6-4, Steps for Awarding or Changing the FLPP level
Step: 1
Work Center: BnS1
Required Action: Prepare application (DA Form 4187) for unit commander's
signature. Verify eligibility.
Step: 2
Work Center: BnS1
Required Action: If soldier is in an authorized LIC position (see para
6-3a(3) of this regulation for exceptions), obtain
commander's approval and process SIDPERS position
number change (POSN) transaction procedure 2-22
(DA Pam 600-8-1).
Step: 3
Work Center: BnS1
Required Action: Obtain battalion commander's approval. Prepare RFO on
DA Form 2446 (Request for Orders).
Step: 4
Work Center: Strength management (SGMT)/administrative services
Required Action: Verify request using DA Form 330.
a. Upon receiving DA Form 330, determine
whether current (termination date is 12 months
from the evaluation date-block 10) and if
soldier meets other criteria.
b. Determine proficiency rating/FLPP
level/award amount.
c. Place FLPP level/award amount and date
forwarded to HQDA in the remarks section, block
11, of DA Form 330. (Example: FLPP-$50,
forwarded HQDA 12/25/89.)
d. If distribution has not been made,
distribute DA Form 330 as follows: copies 1
and 2 to Commander, PERSCOM (TAPC-EPL-M), for
enlisted personnel and to TAPC-OP (appropriate
branch according to para 3-19a of this
regulation) for officers, forward copy 3 to
records for inclusion in the soldier's records.
Step: 5
Work Center: SMGT/administrative services
Required Action: Prepare orders (order format 330, AR 600-8-105) and
distribute as follows: 2 copies-FAO, 1 copy-records,
1 copy-BnS1, 1 copy-soldier, and 1 copy-file.
Step: 6
Work Center: SMGT/administrative services
Required Action: Process SIDPERS special qualification identifier (SQI)
transaction if "L" not in PMOS. (See procedure 2-75, DA
Pam 600-8-2.)
Step: 7
Work Center: Unit
Required Action: Ensure soldier is utilized in position authorized for
FLPP (see para 6-3a(3) of this regulation for
exceptions).
Table 6-5: Steps for Maintaining the FLPP Program
Step: 1
Work Center: SMGT/administrative services
Required Action: Maintain current records and suspense system on
designated FLPP positions and personnel receiving
FLPP.
Step: 2
Work Center: SMGT/administrative services
Required Action: Receive annual DA Form 330 from TCO for each eligible
soldier.
a. Determine FLPP rate/award amount to place
on orders.
b. Place FLPP rate/award amount and date
forwarded to HQDA in remarks section,
block 11, of DA Form 330.
c. Distribute DA Form 330 as follows: copies 1
and 2 to Commander, PERSCOM
(TAPC-EPL-M), for enlisted personnel
and to TAPC-OP (appropriate branch
according to para 3-19a of this
regulation) for officers; forward copy
3 to records for inclusion in the
soldier's records.
Step: 3
Work Center: SMGT/administrative services
Required Action: Process SIDPERS SQI transaction if "L" not in PMOS.
(See procedure 2-75 in DA Pam 600-8-2.)
Step: 4
Work Center: SMGT/administrative services
Required Action: Prepare orders (order format 330, AR 600-8-105) and
distribute as follows: 2 copies-FAO, 1 copy-Records,
1 copy-BnS1, 1 copy-soldier, and 1 copy-file.
Step: 5
Work Center: BnS1
Required Action: Process SIDPERS POSN transaction. (See procedure
2-22, DA Pam 600-8-1.)
Step: 6
Work Center: SMGT/administrative services
Required Action: Maintain current roster of FLPP recipients and payment
rates.
Table 6-6: Steps for Terminating or Reinstating FLPP
Step: 1
Work Center: Unit
Required Action: Determine whether soldier qualified for reinstatement.
Step: 2
Work Center: BnS1
Required Action: Prepare recommendation for unit commander's signature
to terminate or reinstate FLPP
Step: 3
Work Center: BnS1
Required Action: Prepare letter of acknowledgment that soldier--
a. Has read letter of recommendation.
b. Understands nature of action.
c. Understands effective date of termination
or reinstatement.
d. Has received copy of recommendation.
e. Does or does not desire to submit
statements in his or her behalf.
(Distribution: 2 copies-FAO, 1 copy-
SGMT, 1 copy-soldier, and 1 copy-
file.)
Step: 4
Work Center: BnS1
Required Action: Obtain battalion commander's approval. Prepare RFO on
DA Form 2446).
Step: 5
Work Center: SMGT/administrative services
Required Action: Prepare orders (order format 330, AR 600-8-105).
a. FLPP may be reinstated by revoking
termination orders.
b. Applicable FLPP rate/award amount will be
used on all orders.
Step: 6
Work Center: SMGT/administrative services
Required Action: Process SIDPERS SQI transaction to remove or replace "L"
in PMOS if new DLPT scores are below the 1/1 SQI "L"
proficiency standard. (See procedure 2-75, DA Pam
600-8-2.)
Step: 7
Work Center: SGMT/administrative services
Required Action: Receive record and update DA Form 330.
a. Remove or place FLPP rate/award amount
(Example: FLPP-2/$50) in remarks section on DA
Form 330 or 330-E.
b. Ensure current DA Form 330 has been
forwarded to Commander, PERSCOM
(TAPC-EPL-M), for enlisted personnel
and to TAPC-0P (appropriate branch
according to para 3-19a of this
regulation) for officers.
Step: 8
Work Center: BnS1
Required Action: Process SIDPERS POSN transaction. (See procedure 2-22
in DA Pam 600-8-1.)
Step: 9
Work Center: Unit
Required Action: Ensure soldier is utilized in position authorized for
FLPP (see para 6-3a(3) for exceptions).
Appendix A: References
Section I: Required Publications
AR 40-501, Standard of Medical Fitness. (Cited in 4-4a(6).)
AR 135-91, Service Obligations, Methods of Fulfillment, Participation
Requirements, and Enforced Procedures. (Cited in para 6-10c.)
AR 350-10, Management of Individual Training Requirements and
Resources. (Cited in paragraph 1-4f(2).)
AR 350-20, Management of the Defense Language Program. (Cited in para
1-4n(3).)
AR 350-100, Officer Active Duty Service Obligations. (Cited in paras
4-7b(1) and 4-7b(1)(a).)
AR 608-8-105, Military Orders. (Cited in para 6-8a and tables 6-4
through 6-6.)
AR 600-9, The Army Weight Control Program. (Cited in para 4-4a(6).)
AR 601-280, Total Army Retention Program. (Cited in paras 3-11a(2),
3-28c, 4-4d(3), and 4-7b(2)(b)).
AR 611-201, Enlisted Career Management Fields and Military Occupational
Specialties. (Cited in paras 1-4r(2)(b) and 3-21a(3).)
AR 614-200, Selection of Enlisted Soldiers for Training and Assignment.
(Cited in paras 2-2b and 4-7b(2)(a).)
Section II: Referenced Publications
AR 11-2, Management Control
AR 18-12-4, Catalog of Standard Data Elements and Codes--Personnel
AR 135-200, Active Duty for Training, Annual Training and Active Duty
Special Work of Individual Soldiers
AR 135-210, Order to Active Duty as Individuals During Peacetime
AR 135-215, Officer Periods of Service on Active Duty
AR 135-300, Mobilization of Reserve Component Units and Individuals
AR 220-1, Unit Status Reporting
AR 600-8, Military Personnel Management
AR 600-200, Enlisted Personnel Management System
AR 601-210, Regular Army and Army Reserve Enlistment Program
AR 601-270, Military Entrance and Processing Stations
AR 604-5, Personnel Security Clearance, Department of the Army
Personnel Security Program Regulation
AR 611-5, Army Personnel Selections and Classification Testing
AR 611-101, Commissioned Officer Classification System
AR 611-112, Manual of Warrant Officer Military Occupational Specialties
AR 612-201, Processing, Control, and Distribution of Personnel at U.S.
Army Reception Battalions and Training Centers
AR 614-185, Requisitions and Assignment Instructions for Officers
AR 614-200, Selection of Enlisted Soldiers for Training and Assignment
AR 640-2-1, Personnel Qualification Records
AR 640-10, Individual Military Personnel Records
AR 680-5, Direct Exchange of Personnel Data Between PERSCOM and the
SIDPERS
DA 611-series circulars, Personnel Selection and Classification
DA Pam 600-8, Management and Administration Procedures
DA Pam 600-8-1, Standard Installation/Division Personnel System
(SIDPERS) Battalion S1 Level Procedures
DA Pam 600-8-2, Standard Installation/Division Personnel System
(SIDPERS) Personnel Service Center Level Procedures
DA Pam 600-11, Warrant Officer Professional Development
DA Pam 611-16, Handbook of Army Personnel Tests
DOD 7000.14-R (volume 7, part A)
DOD Financial Management Regulation (DOD Military Pay and Allowances
Entitlements Manual)
DODI 7280.3, Special Pay for Foreign Language Proficiency. (This
publication may be obtained from either the Defense Technical
Information Center (DTIC), telephone: 703-274-7633,
under accession number ADA-272933 or from the National
Technical Information Service (NTIS), telephone: 703-487-4650,
under accession number PB90-193913.)
NGR 600-200, Enlisted Personnel Management. (This publication may be
obtained from the National Guard Bureau (NGB-AD-PD), Camp
Keys, Augusta ME 043330032, telephone: DSN 476-4245.)
37 USC 316: Pay Allowances of the Uniformed Services. (Consult your
local installation staff judge advocate office for reference
availability.)
Section III: Required Forms
DA Form 330/DA Form 330-E, Language Proficiency Questionnaire.
(Prescribed in para 1-4o(4).)
Section IV: Referenced Forms
DA Form 483, Officer's Assignment Preference Statement
DA Form 2446, Request for Orders
DA Form 4187, Personnel Action
DD Form 1966 series
Appendix B: Language Identity Languages are listed alphabetically by language
in table B-1 and by code in table B-2.
Table B-1, Alphabetical listing by language
Language: Achinese (Also Atjehnese) Code: AF
Language: Acholi Code: AH
Language: Adigey Code: AG
Language: Afrikaans Code: AA
Language: Afro-Asian (Language is identifiable as Code: TZ
Afro-Asian, other then Semitic, but cannot be
classified further, or language is a minor member
of the Afro-Asian family and has not been assigned
an individual code.)
Language: Akan (Includes Twi and Fante) Code: FB
Language: Akha (See Lolo)
Language: Akposso Code: BC
Language: Albanian Code: AB
Language: Amashi Code: CR
Language: Amharic Code: AC
Language: Amoy (See Chinese-Amoy)
Language: Annamese (See Vietnamese-Hanoi)
Language: Anyi-Baule (See Baule)
Language: Arabic (Language is identifiable as an Code: AZ
Arabic dialect but cannot be classified further,
or language is a minor Arabic dialect and has not
been assigned an individual code.)
Language: Arabic-Classical (Dead language) Code: AJ
Language: Arabic-Eastern Code: QE
Language: Arabic-Egyptian Code: AE
Language: Arabic-Gulf (Arabic spoken in NE Code: DG
Saudi Arabia (to include Riyedah), United
Arab emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman
Iraq, and Southern Iran. Includes previous
Arabic-Saudi and Arabic-Iraqui.)
Language: Arabic-Jordanian Code: AK
Language: Arabic-Lebanese Code: AQ
Language: Arabic Libyan Code: AL
Language: Arabic-Malghreb (Arabic spoken in Code: AM
Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Western Libya (to
include Tripoli), and Sub-Sahara Maghrebi.
Includes previous Arabic-Moroccan, Arabic-
Tunisian, Arabic-Libyan, and ArabicMaghrebic.)
Language: Arabic-Modern Standard (Written Code: A
language only. Used for all Arabic dialects.)
Language: Arabic-Moroccan Code: BS
Language: Arabic-Peninsula (Arabic spoken in Saudi
Arabia (Less NE sector), Yemen (Sana) and
Yemen (Aden). Includes previous Arabic
Saudi, and Arabic Yemeni.)
Language: Arabic-Sudanese (Includes Sudanese) Code: AV
Language: Arabic-Syrian (Arabic spoken in Syria, Code: AP
Jordan, Lebanon, Israel, and Palestinian Realms.
Includes previous Arabic Sytian, Arabic Jordanian
and Arabic Lebanese.)
Language: Arabic-Tunisian Code: BW
Language: Arabic-Western Code: QW
Language: Arabic-Yemeni Code: AU
Language: Aramic Code: AT
Language: Armenian (Includes Armenian-East Code: AR
and Armenian-West)
Language: Armenian-East (See Armenian)
Language: Armenian-West (See Armenian)
Language: Assamese Code: AS
Language: Atjehnese (See Achinese)
Language: Avar Code: AW
Language: Aymara Code: AY
Language: Azerbaijani (Also Azeri) Code: AX
Language: Azeri (See Azerbaijani)
Language: Bahnar Code: BB
Language: Bakweri Code: BK
Language: Balinese Code: BD
Language: Baltic (Language is identifiable as a Code: WZ
member of the Baltic branch but cannot be
classified further, or language is a minor
member of the Baltic branch and has not been
assigned an individual code.)
Language: Baluchi Code: BT
Language: Bambara (See Mandingo-Bambara)
Language: Bamilike Code: BJ
Language: Bantu (Language is identifiable as a Code: BZ
member of the Bantu group but cannot be
classified further, or language is a minor
member of the Bantu group and has not been
assigned an individual code.)
Language: Bashkir Code: BP
Language: Basque Code: BQ
Language: Bassa (Cameroons) Code: E
Language: Bassa-Kru Code: BG
Language: Batak Code: BF
Language: Baule (Includes Anyi-Baule) Code: BH
Language: Bedawiye (See Beja)
Language: Beja (Also Bedawiye) Code: BE
Language: Belorussian (Also Russian-White) Code: BL
Language: Bemba Code: BM
Language: Bengali Code: BN
Language: Berber (Includes Berber-Tamazigt, Code: BR
Tamazigt, Berber-Tashelhit and Berber-Zenatiya)
Language: Berber-Tamazigt (See Berber)
Language: Berber-Tashelhit (See Berber)
Language: Berber-Zenatiya (See Berber)
Language: Bicol (Also Vicol and Bikol) Code: CG
Language: Bihari Code: BV
Language: Bini Code: CU
Language: Bisayan (See Visayan)
Language: Breton Code: BX
Language: Buginese-Makassarese Code: CE
Language: Bulgarian Code: BU
Language: Bulu (See Fang)
Language: Burmese Code: BY
Language: Cambodian (Includes Khmer) Code: CA
Language: Canarese (See Kanarese)
Language: Catalan Code: CB
Language: Chamorro (See Guamanian)
Language: Chechen Code: CK
Language: Chinese (Includes Standard Chinese. Code: CZ
Language is identifiable as a Chinese dialect but cannot
be classified further, or is a minor Chinese dialect
and has not been assigned an individual code.)
Language: Chinese-Amoy (Includes Amoy)
Language: Chinese-Anhwei Code: CN
Language: Chinese-Cantonese (Includes Yueh) Code: CC
Language: Chinese-Chuang (See T'ung)
Language: Chinese-Fuchow (Includes North Min) Code: CQ
Language: Chinese-Fukienese (Includes Min) Code: CF
Language: Chinese-Hakka Code: CH
Language: Chinese-Kuo-Yu (See Chinese-Mandarin)
Language: Chinese-Mandarin (Includes Chinese-Kuo-Yu Code: CM
and Hsiang. Used to designate written language
for all Chinese dialects)
Language: Chinese-Swatow (See South Min)
Language: Chinese-Toishan (Includes Taishan and Toysan) Code: C
and Toysan)
Language: Chinese-Wu (Includes Shanghai) Code: CS
Language: Ching-P'o (See Kachin)
Language: Chokwe (Includes Cokwe and Kioko) Code: CY
Language: Chuana (See Tswana)
Language: Chuang (See T'ung)
Language: Chukchi (Includes Luoravetlan and Chukot) Code: CV
Language: Cokwe (See Chokwe)
Language: Continental Eurasian (Language is identifiable Code: JZ
belonging to a geographic area that includes the
Arctic Islands, Durile Islands, Sakhalin Islands, and
Continental Eurasia north and east of line White Sea,
Dvina and Volga Rivers, Black Sea, Caucasus, Caspian
Sea, Carpathians Karakorum Desert, Amu Darya,
Pamirs, Karakorum Mountain, Himalayas, and Southeast
borders of China, but cannot be classified further, or
language is a minor language within the described area
and has not been assigned an individual code.)
Language: Creole (See Haitian-Creole or Spanish-Creole)
Language: Croatian (See Serbo-Croatian)
Language: Czech Code: CZ
Language: Danish Code: DA
Language: Dinka Code: DJ
Language: Dioula (See Mandingo-Dioula)
Language: Duala Code: DL
Language: Dutch Code: DU
Language: Dutch-Creole Code: DW
Language: Dyerma-Songhai (Includes Songhai) Code: DB
Language: E De (See Rhade)
Language: Efik (Also Fi) Code: EF
Language: English Code: EN
Language: Eskimo Code: EK
Language: Esperanto (Artificial language) Code: EL
Language: Estonian Code: ES
Language: Ewe Code: EW
Language: Ewondo (Includes Yaunde) Code: EX
Language: Fana (Includes Fanagalo) Code: GX
Language: Fanagalo (See Fana)
Language: Fang (Also Bulu or Fang-Bulu) Code: FA
Language: Fang-Bula (See Fang)
Language: Fante (See Akan)
Language: Faroese Code: FD
Language: Farsi (See Persian
Language: Fi (See Efik)
Language: Fijian Code: FG
Language: Finnish Code: FJ
Language: Flemish Code: FL
Language: Fon Code: FQ
Language: Formosan Code: FM
Language: French Code: FR
Language: French-Creole (See Haitian-Creole)
Language: Frisian Code: FE
Language: Fulani Code: FV
Language: Ga Code: GB
Language: Gaelic Code: GL
Language: Galla (Includes Oromo) Code: GA
Language: Ganda (See Luganda)
Language: Georgian Code: GG
Language: German Code: GM
Language: German-Bavarian Code: GT
Language: German-Swiss Code: GS
Language: Germanic (Language is identifiable as a member Code: MZ
of the Germanic sub-family but cannot be further
classified, or language is minor member of the Germanic
sub-family and has not been assigned an individual code.)
Language: Gerze (See Kpelle)
Language: Gondi Code: GQ
Language: Greek-Ancient Code: YG
Language: Greek-Modern Code: GR
Language: Greek-New Testament (Dead language) Code: GE
Language: Guamanian (Includes Chamorro) Code: CJ
Language: Guarani Code: GU
Language: Guerze (See Kpelle)
Language: Gujarati Code: GW
Language: Haitian-Creole (Includes French-Creole and Code: HC
Martinique Creole)
Language: Hausa Code: HS
Language: Hawaiian Code: HA
Language: Hebrew Code: HE
Language: Hebrew-Ancient Code: YH
Language: Herero Code: HR
Language: Hiligaynon (See Visayan)
Language: Hindi Code: HJ
Language: Hindustani Code: HN
Language: Hsiang (See Chinese Mandarin)
Language: Hungarian Code: HU
Language: I (See Lolo)
Language: Iban Code: JD
Language: Ibanag Code: JE
Language: Ibo (Includes Igbo) Code: JB
Language: Icelandic Code: JC
Language: Igbo (See Ibo)
Language: Ijaw (Includes Ijo) Code: JJ
Language: Ila-Tonga Code: JF
Language: Ilocano Code: JL
Language: Indic (Language is identifiable as a member of the Code: QZ
Indic branch but cannot be further classified, or
language is a minor member of the Indic branch and
Language: Indo-European (Language is identifiable as a Code: RZ
member of the Indo-European family, other than
Germanic, Romance, Baltic, Slavic, or Indic, but
cannot be further classified, or language is a minor
member of the Indo-European family other than those
listed and has not been assigned an individual code.)
Language: Indonesian Code: JN
Language: Irish Code: GF
Language: Italian Code: JT
Language: Italian-Neapolitan Code: JM
Language: Italian-Sardinian (Includes Sardinian) Code: JK
Language: Italian-Sicilian Code: JS
Language: Japanese Code: JA
Language: Jarai Code: JR
Language: Javanese Code: JV
Language: Jingpaw (See Kachin)
Language: Kabre (Includes Kotokoli and Tem) Code: KT
Language: Kabyle Code: KY
Language: Kachin (Includes Ching-P'o, Jingpaw, Shantou, Code: JG
and Singho) Code: KH Language: Kambatta
Language: Kanarese (Also Canarese, includes Kannada) Code: KA
Language: Kanembu (See Kanuri)
Langu