Developing Leaders Through Flexible, World-Class Military Education
The Department of Distance Education (DDE) at the Command and General Staff School delivers the non-resident Command and General Staff Officer Course (CGSOC) to officers across Active, Reserve, and National Guard components. Our distance learning programs provide the same rigorous education as the resident course, with the flexibility working professionals need.
The distance learning programs offered through DDE include both the non-resident Common Core and Advanced Operations Courses as part of the Intermediate Level Education (ILE). This public website is designed to provide prospective students and the public with general information on the non-resident CGSOC programs, a link to a Common Access Card (CAC) enabled website for additional information, and responses to frequently asked questions.
Mission
Develop agile and adaptive leaders prepared to execute Unified Action utilizing Joint, Interagency and Multinational Operations through a variety of distance learning methods.
our programs
CGSOC Common Core A 12-month program developing field grade leaders to build teams, lead organizations, and integrate Multi-Domain Operations with Joint, interagency, intergovernmental, and multinational partners in complex environments.
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Advanced Operations Course (AOC) Specialized training preparing officers to serve effectively on division and corps staffs during Large-Scale Combat Operations and Multi-Domain Operations.
why choose dde?
Flexible Learning Multiple instructional approaches accommodate diverse learning styles and schedules while maintaining academic rigor.
Dedicated Support Cohort advisors and Student Operations staff support you from enrollment through graduation.
Proven Results Thousands of officers have successfully completed CGSOC through distance learning and advanced to positions of greater responsibility.
Same Credential Distance learning graduates receive the same CGSOC diploma and DA Form 1059-2 as resident course graduates.
Ready to begin your CGSOC journey?
- Enroll in ATRRS - Register at least one week before course start
- Complete ASU Onboarding - Access the Army University Learning Platform
- Begin Your Journey - Start Phase I with your cohort
Enrollment Guide | Contact Student Operations | View FAQ
Organization
Student Operations
Your administrative support team from enrollment to graduation.
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Academic Operations
Manages curriculum development, faculty advisement, and instructional delivery for both the Common Core and Advanced Operations Course programs
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Contact Us
DDE Help Desk
For technical support, course access, and general inquiries
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Student Operations
For enrollment, eligibility, records, and administrative support
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TASS Liaison
For records, and administrative support
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Mailing Address
Department of Distance Education (DDE) Command and General Staff College 290 Stimson Ave, Truesdell Hall 2nd Floor Fort Leavenworth, KS 66027