Manuals & Guides

Manuals and guides provide detailed step-by-step instructions for specific users and their roles in the system.
 

  More User Manuals and Guides are available in the system Demo Server and IPPS-A Connect.

 


Job Aids

Job aids provide detailed step-by-step instructions to perform specific tasks in the system for HR Professionals, Leaders and Self-Service Users. 

For more information, view the IPPS-A Resource Posters


Quick Sheets & Factsheets

Quick sheets and Factsheets are available below. Their purpose is to provide a short explanation and a catalog of available resources for utilization of specific features. 

On-Demand Resources

Within the system, the IPPS-A Demo Server includes User Productivity Kits (UPKs), Manuals/Guides, Job Aids, Leaders Program and Training Environments

  • Go to IPPS-A (hr.ippsa.army.mil)
  • Click Actions ⋮ Menu button
  • Click Help for a list of available resources (may need to uncheck Applicable)
IPPS-A Connect  You can also access the IPPS-A YouTube Channel for training, IPPS-A podcasts, Replays, demo videos, and news from the IPPS-A Team!

Adjutant General School (AGS) Lesson Development Plans
AGS Lesson Development Plans for the following courses are readily available even after you've left the schoolhouse!

Link to Functional Training info
 

Operational Training Environment (OTE)
If you would like to practice an IPPS-A transaction, use the Operational Training Environment (OTE) available in the system. OTE allows users to safely practice IPPS-A transactions without impacting Soldier pay and benefits. 

MILPERS and Other Resources

 

As of May 2026, subject to change.