Commissioned Officer's Award Program (COAP)

Resources for Writing and Submitting USPHS Honor Awards 

• • The Commissioned Officers’ Awards Program (COAP) oversees implementation of CCI CC511.01, allowing for the formal recognition of deserving officers whose accomplishments and achievements are of outstanding or unique significance.
  • Through the COAP, multiple resources are available to officers who wish to pursue recognition by USPHS Honor Awards:
    • Nomination Procedures and Forms
    • Eligibility under COAP
    • Approval Levels
    • Types of Recognition and Awards Criteria
    • Write-Up (Narrative) Guidance and Tips
    • Award FAQs

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