Which statement about STS is correct?

• A. It includes only two columns
• B. It is not part of CFETP
• C. It contains four columns as described
• D. It is the same as ARMS

Answer: (C)

Understanding how STS is laid out in CFETP is key. STS, or Specialty Training Standards, uses a four-column format to present each task: the task to perform, the knowledge you must have, the skills you must be able to apply, and the references or standards used to measure performance. This setup ensures you see not only what you do, but what you need to know, what you must be able to do, and where to find the official guidance.

That’s why the statement about four columns is the best choice—the other options don’t fit CFETP’s structure: STS is indeed part of CFETP, not separate from it, it isn’t limited to two columns, and it isn’t the same as ARMS.