Naval Leadership and Ethics Command San Diego

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NLEC San Diego provides training and education for officers not yet in command and courses designed as part of the Enlisted Leader Development (ELD) framework, initially announced in Laying the Keel. For the latest Navy news, please visit our official website at http://www.navy.mil. While this is an open forum, it's also a family friendly one, so please keep your comments and wall posts CLEAN and

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Reenlisting is a proud milestone and we are excited to celebrate PSC Elliot’s decision to continue his service.Congratul...
07/09/2026

Reenlisting is a proud milestone and we are excited to celebrate PSC Elliot’s decision to continue his service.

Congratulations and thank you for your continued leadership.

Naval Leadership & Ethics Command enjoyed a great day of food, fellowship, and fun at our command picnic!It was a great ...
07/01/2026

Naval Leadership & Ethics Command enjoyed a great day of food, fellowship, and fun at our command picnic!

It was a great opportunity to come together outside of the daily mission, strengthen camaraderie, boost morale, and spend quality time with our families.

A huge thank you to MWR for organizing and supporting the event. Thank you as well to everyone who came out, participated, and helped make the day a success!

06/30/2026

Join Naval Leadership and Ethics Command San Diego for the ELD Symposium on 14 July 2026 from 0800–1400 at the Naval Base San Diego Movie Theater.

Congratulations to Senior Chief Romero for the well deserved promotion to Master Chief Petty Officer!This milestone is a...
06/17/2026

Congratulations to Senior Chief Romero for the well deserved promotion to Master Chief Petty Officer!

This milestone is a true reflection of your dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to our Sailors and the United States Navy. Reaching the rank of Master Chief is no small accomplishment—it represents years of sacrifice, perseverance, mentorship, and service above self.

Your promotion is not only a personal achievement, but also an inspiration to those who have had the privilege of serving alongside you. Wishing you continued success as you lead, mentor, and make an even greater impact at the highest levels of enlisted leadership.

Hoorah!

Earlier today, NLEC San Diego personnel took the trails of Cabrillo National Monument Bayside for a challenging hike foc...
06/05/2026

Earlier today, NLEC San Diego personnel took the trails of Cabrillo National Monument Bayside for a challenging hike focused on more than just physical fitness. It was an opportunity to strengthen the bonds that make effective teams and leaders.

At NLEC leadership development extends beyond the classroom. Activities like this hike provide valuable opportunities to practice perseverance, endurance encourage one another, and strengthen the relationships that contribute to a positive and resilient command culture.

We proudly recognize ETC Burlingame on the occasion of his reenlistment in the United States Navy.Reenlistment is more t...
06/01/2026

We proudly recognize ETC Burlingame on the occasion of his reenlistment in the United States Navy.

Reenlistment is more than signing a contract—it is a renewed commitment to serve our nation, support our Sailors, and uphold the Navy's core values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment.

Congratulations Chief!

06/01/2026

📣 ATTENTION SAN DIEGO WATERFRONT LEADERS, TRAINING TEAMS, AND ELD FACILITATORS! 📣

Join Naval Leadership and Ethics Command San Diego for the 2026 Enlisted Leader Development (ELD) Symposium!

📅 Date: 14 July 2026

⏰ Time: 0800–1400

📍 Location: Naval Base San Diego Movie Theater
3465 Senn St, San Diego, CA 92136

NLEC San Diego's symposium is designed to strengthen ELD ex*****on across the fleet by bringing together Command Master Chiefs, Senior Enlisted Leaders, Training Officers, ELD Coordinators, Facilitators, and command leadership teams for a day of collaboration, professional development, and fleet-focused solutions.

Topics Include:

✅ OPNAVINST 5351.2C Updates and Implementation

✅ Fleet Engagement Team (FET) Quality Assurance
Initiative

✅ ELD Course Requirements and Advancement
Eligibility

✅ Missed Training Opportunities (MTOs) and Quota
Management Best Practices

✅ Facilitator Standardization and Quality Assurance

✅ Big Five OCEAN Demonstration

✅ ELD Coordinator & Training Officer Workshop

✅ CPO Initiation and ELDC Continuum Updates

This symposium is more than a briefing, it is an opportunity to share best practices, identify challenges, improve ELD delivery, and ensure our Sailors receive the leader development they deserve.

Your participation directly contributes to developing stronger leaders, improving command readiness, and advancing the Navy's commitment to continuous leader development.

🎯 Who Should Attend?

• Command Master Chiefs
• Chiefs Mess
• Senior Enlisted Leaders
• Training Officers
• ELD Coordinators
• Command Facilitators
• Departmental Leading Chiefs and Leading Petty
Officers

Invest in your Sailors. Invest in leadership. Invest in readiness.

We look forward to seeing you on 14 July 2026 at Naval Base San Diego Movie Theater!

Seats are still available for next week’s leadership courses beginning Monday, 1 June:⚓ CPO-LDC (E7)⚓ ALDC (E6)⚓ ILDC (E...
05/27/2026

Seats are still available for next week’s leadership courses beginning Monday, 1 June:

⚓ CPO-LDC (E7)
⚓ ALDC (E6)
⚓ ILDC (E5)

Take the opportunity to sharpen your leadership skills, grow professionally, and invest in your future as a Navy leader.

Walk-ins are welcome.

05/21/2026

UPDATE TO OPNAVINST 5351.2C – ENLISTED LEADER DEVELOPMENT CONTINUUM (ELDC)

Naval Leadership and Ethics Command San Diego would like to provide clarification and updated guidance regarding recent changes to the Enlisted Leader Development Continuum (ELDC) requirements.

Per updated guidance associated with OPNAVINST 5351.2C, Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education I (EJPME I) is now connected to eligibility requirements for Advanced Leader Development Course (ALDC) attendance.

📌 UPDATED GUIDANCE

Eligible in person ALDC classes will continue as scheduled.

Flexibility has been granted regarding the mandatory EJPME I prerequisite for ALDC enrollment.

Sailors now have until 1 July 2026 to complete EJPME I for ALDC eligibility.

Beginning 1 July 2026, Sailors who have not completed EJPME I will be ineligible to enroll in ALDC.

📌 SPECIFIC COURSE AND TIMELINE CHANGES

A new completion timeline table is added that ties courses directly to paygrade milestones and screening points. EJPME I and EJPME II are elevated into the formal continuum as mandatory distance learning requirements.

ILDC Changes:

- Now explicitly a required E-5 course, with mandatory completion for E-6 advancement eligibility, and it adds a six-month time in grade requirement as an E-5 before eligibility.

- EJPME I is mandatory for E-5 Sailors and becomes a prerequisite for ALDC and EJPME II.

ALDC Changes:

- Now explicitly a required E-6 course, with mandatory completion for E-7 advancement eligibility, and it adds a six-month time in grade requirement as an E-6 before eligibility.

- EJPME I is mandatory for E-6 Sailors and becomes a prerequisite for ALDC and EJPME II.

CPOI Changes:

- Added as a formal required course for CPO selectees.

- Completion is now mandatory prior to frocking or promotion to E-7, and non completion can result in the member not being frocked and the advancement recommendation being withheld or withdrawn.

- EJPME II is mandatory for E-7 Sailors and becomes a prerequisite for SEA, KEYSTONE, and eligibility for screening to E-8.

CPOLDC Changes:

- Now expressly tied to E-8 advancement eligibility, and it adds a minimum one-year wait after completion of CPOI before attendance.

SEA Changes:

- Reframed as the required E-8 course, 5351.2C makes it mandatory for E-9 advancement eligibility and also required before attendance at the Command Master Chief/Chief of the Boat course.

📌 WHAT THIS MEANS

The Navy’s updated ELDC instruction strengthens enlisted leadership development by emphasizing:

✅ Continuous professional growth

✅ Joint-force education and readiness

✅ Strategic leadership development

✅ Career-long leadership training and education

✅ Enhanced preparation for operational and joint environments

NLEC San Diego remains committed to developing agile, ethical, and warfighting ready enlisted leaders prepared to lead in today’s dynamic operational environment.

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