General Education Mobile (GEM)
University of Massachusetts Global and the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) have partnered to offer online courses for Airmen, Air Force, Space Force, and Guardians service members in order to complete their CCAF Associate Degree general education courses as required by CCAF.
The Community College of the Air Force launched the GEM program on March 2, 2009 on the CCAF Web page, and can be accessed through the Air Force Portal. University of Massachusetts Global became a GEM Partner in May 2011. GEM courses are offered online to make them more accessible for CCAF students. This helps them complete the curriculum in a faster and more efficiently.
With the General Education Mobile program, students near the beginning of their education will enroll in general education classes taken through University of Massachusetts Global. Credits will transfer and apply towards the CCAF degree.
As part of the requirements for CCAF associate degrees, students must take one three-credit class in each of the five general education categories: oral communication, written communication, mathematics, social sciences, and humanities. These 15 credits — nearly a quarter of the 64 needed for the degree — must be taken at a civilian institution since CCAF does not offer its own general education courses.
About University of Massachusetts Global
Started in 1958 to meet the needs of military personnel, we are committed to serving those who have served our nation. Our team of experts with military experience will be in the trenches with you every step of the way. Whether you are active duty, reservist, veteran, or family, we are dedicated to serving military students by offering flexible online programs that allow you to learn at your own pace. University of Massachusetts Global is accredited by, and a member of, the WSCUC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
With six sessions starting every eight weeks, UMass Global offers a year-round academic schedule tailored to meet the needs of busy adult students.