What form is required for MSC IPP applicants lacking a current National Agency Check?

For applicants to the Medical Service Corps (MSC) Interservice Physician Assistant Program (IPP) who do not have a current National Agency Check, the appropriate form to complete is the Standard Form 86 (SF 86). This form is used for the purpose of requesting a security clearance, specifically for personnel who require access to classified national security information.

The SF 86 is designed to collect details about personal history, including background, employment history, education, and other factors that might inform the assessment of an individual's trustworthiness and suitability for a security clearance. Since the MSC IPP involves sensitive positions that may require access to classified information, the completion of the SF 86 ensures that all necessary background checks are conducted to uphold security protocols.

The other forms mentioned serve different purposes. Standard Form 85 (SF 85) is generally used for positions that require a public trust clearance, which is less comprehensive than what is typically required for roles under the MSC IPP. Standard Form 91 (SF 91) pertains to motor vehicle accident reports, and DD Form 372 has other applications related to military personnel and is not relevant to the context of security clearances. Therefore, SF 86 is the correct and necessary form for MSC IPP applicants lacking