AFP Command and General Staff College Dalubhasaan ng Pangasiwaan at Kawanihang Heneral ng Sandatahang Lakas ng Pilipinas | |
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Active | January 2, 1969 - Present |
Country | Philippines |
Role | Training |
Part of | Under the Armed Forces of the Philippines |
Garrison/HQ |
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Nickname(s) | AFPCGSC,GSC,Command School |
Motto(s) | Competence, Unity and Dignity |
Anniversaries | January 2 |
Engagements | None |
Commanders | |
Current commander | MGen Vicente L Querzon Jr AFP |
Insignia | |
AFP Joint CGSC Badge | |
Philippine Army CGSC Badge | |
Philippine Air Force CGSC Badge | |
Philippine Navy CGSC Badge |
The Armed Forces of the Philippines Command and General Staff College, known officially as the AFPCGSC or GSC, (Filipino: Dalubhasaan ng Pangasiwaan at Kawanihang Heneral ng Sandatahang Lakas ng Pilipinas) is one of the training units of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. It is tasked with training future generals, as well as general and command staff, and developing doctrine, training materials and courses for the AFP.
The primary Mission of the AFP Command and General Staff College is to educate selected AFP officers for higher command and staff responsibilities, develop AFP doctrines and promote Philippine military history as part of the continuous efforts in integrating the military as an important part of creating the history of the Philippines. Future Battalion Commanders are required to study in this institution.
The General Staff Corps Badge is awarded by the Armed Forces of the Philippines or its Service Branches to successful general staff candidates who successfully pass and complete the requirements set forth in the Program of Instructions of the AFP Command and General Staff Course.
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