Special Note: I'm considering myself a bit on the lucky side that I even found out about this program, so if a quick re-posted shout-out helps one other person I can feel good about passing it on.
Are you or do you know an unemployed Veteran?
VA is now accepting applications for the Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP). VRAP is a joint program offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Labor. The program provides up to 12 months of benefits for training towards a high-demand occupation.
Veterans can take advantage of VRAP if they meet the following criteria:
- At least 35 but no more than 60 years old
- Currently unemployed
- Have an other than dishonorable discharge
- Not eligible for any other VA education benefit program
- Not receiving VA compensation due to unemployability
- Not enrolled in a federal or state job-training program
You must enroll in a VA-approved program of education that: is offered by a community college or technical school; provides training towards an associate’s degree, non-college degree, or certificate; and leads to a high-demand occupation.
We will accept applications through October 1, 2013, or once we have 99,000 participants, whichever comes first. Apply online now, since participation is limited.
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Please visit our VRAP website for more information about this program.
Retired Brig. Gen. Allison A. Hickey is VA’s Under Secretary for Benefits.
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