“…On the informal end of the CPE continuum, characteristics can include “implicit, unintended, opportunistic and unstructured learning” that fosters the acquisition of knowledge independently of a conscious attempt to learn (Eraut, , p. 250). The contemporary military community tries to foster informal learning as CPE in a number of ways, including experiential learning, mentorship, and more specifically the development of a culture that supports the pursuit of higher education degrees (Bruscino, ; Layne, ). For example, enlisted military service members who move up in the ranks receive schooling specific to their jobs by way of nondegree‐granting programs.…”