Defense Acquisition University (DAU) credentials are separate and different from DAWIA certification. AAW professionals may apply for and complete DAU credentials outside of their primary Acquisition Functional Area (AFA), regardless if they are certified or not in their primary AFA. The DACM Office strongly recommends that AAW professionals first focus on achieving the DAWIA certification level required for their current acquisition-coded position, before they pursue credentials. Credentials are important to provide just-in-time training. AAW professionals should sit down with their first-line supervisor to discuss if there is a need to complete credential training and plan courses in their Individual Development Plan, as appropriate.
