What phase of the AFFORGEN cycle focuses on training towards peak readiness?

• A. Prepare Phase
• B. Reset Phase
• C. Certify Phase
• D. Available Phase

Answer: (A)

Prepare phase centers on training toward peak readiness. In this phase, units focus their efforts on mission-essential training, exercises, and readiness activities that synchronize people, plans, and equipment to reach the highest level of capability for the upcoming deployment window. It’s the period where the force builds and tests the skills and systems needed to perform at peak when the mission clock starts. The Reset phase is about recovery and restoring capability after a deployment, the Available phase means the unit is ready for tasking but not actively being trained for peak performance, and the Certify phase involves formal validation that readiness standards have been met.