Which type of discharge certificate is NOT one of the three main categories?

The category of discharge certificates can be grouped into three primary classifications: Honorable, General, and Other Than Honorable. Each of these reflects the nature of the service and the circumstances surrounding the discharge.

The term "Administrative" does not represent a distinct category of discharge certificate within the commonly recognized classifications. Instead, it may refer to processes or documentation involved in various aspects of military personnel administration but does not denote a specific type of discharge certificate.

Honorable discharges are awarded to service members who have met or exceeded the required standards of service. A General discharge indicates that while the service member did not meet all standards personally or professionally, their service was satisfactory. On the other hand, a discharge under conditions other than honorable indicates more serious failures to meet standards but is not defined as "Administrative."

Recognizing the distinctions between these types of discharges is essential for understanding the implications they carry for benefits, employment opportunities, and other post-service considerations.