Air Force AFSC · Support
5R0X1 Religious Affairs
Overview
Religious Affairs Airmen facilitate the free exercise of religion through religious accommodation, spiritual fitness, and religious program management. They provide spiritual care in a multifaith environment and advise leaders on ethical and moral issues, especially those affecting the enlisted force.
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Skill levels: 5R011 helper · 5R031 apprentice · 5R051 journeyman · 5R071 craftsman
Core Skills
- Program and event coordination
- Confidential counseling and support
- Religious program administration
- Crisis response and pastoral care
- Briefing and public speaking
- Cross-cultural and interfaith communication
- Policy interpretation and religious accommodation guidance
- Recordkeeping and data privacy awareness
- Ethical decision-making and discretion
- Leadership advisement and staff support
Civilian Software & Tools
- Epic Systems
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Google Docs
- Henry Schein Dentrix
- MEDITECH software
Civilian Career Paths
- Chaplaincy
- Behavioral Health
- Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Administrative Professional (CAP)
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- Certified Internet Meeting Professional (CIMP)
Career Growth
- Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW)
- Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work (BCD)
- Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC)
- Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP)
- Certified Correctional Health Professional - Advanced (CCHP-A)
- Certified Correctional Health Professional - Mental Health (CCHP-MH)
- Certified Manager (CM)
Also Common
- Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)
- Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP)
What the Work Involves
- Coordinate communication between patients, family members, medical staff, administrative staff, or regulatory agencies.
- Interview patients or their representatives to identify problems relating to care.
- Refer patients to appropriate health care services or resources.
- Maintain knowledge of community services and resources available to patients.
- Explain policies, procedures, or services to patients using medical or administrative knowledge.
Related Occupations
- Community Health Workers
- Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars
- Medical Records Specialists
- Health Informatics Specialists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 5R0X1. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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