In establishing the program, the Secretary of Defense shall determine the following:
(1)
A methodology to identify and target critical skills gaps in Department of Defense occupations relating to acquisition, science, engineering, or other civilian occupations determined by the Secretary of Defense.
(2)
A mechanism to track and report the success of the program in eliminating any critical skills gaps identified under paragraph (1).
(5)
Criteria required for a member of the program to receive financial assistance from the Department of Defense.
(6)
The term of service as an employee of the Department of Defense required for a member of the program to receive such financial assistance.
(8)
The method by which a successful graduate of the program may gain immediate employment in the Department of Defense.
(Added Pub. L. 116–92, div. A, title VIII, § 860(a), Dec. 20, 2019, 133 Stat. 1514; amended Pub. L. 116–283, div. A, title X, § 1081(a)(4)(A), Jan. 1, 2021, 134 Stat. 3870.)