FSCs provide referrals without assuming responsibility for services that belong to organiza- tions already set up. Referrals include those for housing, personnel, CHAMPUS, and so forth. FSCs are not the ultimate counselors in every case. In cases requiring specialized professional counseling, the centers provide only short-term counseling. The centers make referrals to the proper agencies when personnel need long-term counseling. Services and Information Available The services provided by various FSCs may vary from location to location. The services may vary because of the command and community makeup, as well as the needs of personnel. However, most centers provide at least some of the following services: Family, marriage, personal, and child counseling Pre/during/post   deployment   programs Employment assistance for spouses Preventive financial counseling Health benefits assistance Assistance with ombudsman and sponsor programs These services are not all-inclusive. You can learn more about your FSCs by referring to local command instructions on the subject as well as OPNAVINST  1754.1A. Information and Referral The information and referral (I&R) services of the FSC provide accurate and up-to-date directories of community resources. I&R services also set up a link to all service providers. I&R services quickly and efficiently answer questions, help  in  problem-solving,  and  conduct  needs assessments. I&R services refer active-duty and retired service members and their families to appropriate military or civilian resources to get the services they need. I&R services decrease the chance of a person being misdirected, not having needs met, or becoming lost among various agencies. SUMMARY This chapter provides information useful to you in your continuing professional development. The Navy’s Enlisted Performance Evaluation System provides a system to document an individual’s qualifications, performance, conduct, and increased responsibilities. It is the Navy’s prime personnel management tool. Many incentive programs are available for Navy personnel. The purpose of incentive pro- grams is to attract an individual to a rewarding, enjoyable Navy career. Other considerations that often persuade an individual to select a Navy career are job security, paid vacations, travel, family protection plans, retirement, and many other incentives. Often, a combination of these factors causes a person to choose a naval career. Education is a key to professional develop- ment and a better understanding of the world in which we live. The Navy provides personnel with the opportunity to meet their career and educa- tional needs. Navy-sponsored programs, as well as  civilian  schools,  are  available  to  all  Navy personnel. As a Navy member, you should take part in academic programs to increase your formal educational background and to further develop your potential for a rewarding career in the Navy. You can provide various sources of informa- tion concerning financial management to Navy junior personnel. As a petty officer second class, you can counsel and advise your people on their personal financial management, responsibilities, and debts. You can also advise them about the different types of money management practices and the types of credit available. Family  Service  Centers  (FSCs)  strive  to improve the lives of Navy personnel and their families. FSCs provide information, resources, and services to support and enrich Navy person- nel and their families. REFERENCES Military  Requirements  for  Senior  and  Master Chief  Petty  Officer,  NAVEDTRA  12048, Naval Education and Training Program Management Support Activity, Pensacola, Fla., 1992. 4-17