VET TEC Program

Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses (VET TEC)

THE CAREER PATHWAYS INCLUDE:

Cyber Security Analyst 

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Data Science 

• (Big Data) Splunk Core Certified User | 72 hours
• CompTIA Security+ | 72 hours

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 Network Administration 

• CompTIA Security+ | 72 hours
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) | 72 hours
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) | 144 hours

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Cyber Warrior 

• CompTIA Security+ | 72 hours
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) | 72 hours
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) | 72 hours

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What are the main differences between the VET TEC Program and the GI Bill®?

• Using your GI Bill® subtracts from your remaining benefits and VET TEC does not.
• VET TEC only provides training in concentrated, technology boot camps and trade schools; the GI Bill®may be used for traditional degrees as well.
• Eligibility for the two programs differs. Active duty service members, Transfer of Entitlement (TOE) spouses, and some others are not eligible for VET TEC.
• A Veteran needs to be enrolled in the program for 18 hours per week, to receive reimbursement through VET TEC.
• A student Veteran must graduate and secure meaningful employment (as defined by the VA) in order to initiate full tuition and fee reimbursement to the training provider.
• For the full list of benefits

If I already work in the tech industry at an entry-level position, am I allowed to use VET TEC to further my technical education?

Yes! If you are eligible for VET TEC and you are able to get into a program with an approved provider, then you are able to use a VET TEC training institution to advance your career.  The VA does not exclude participants who are already working in their target industry. All students are still required to satisfy the ‘meaningful employment’ requirement.

If I apply for VET TEC benefits and use them, how will that affect my current GI Bill® benefits that I have not used?

Even if you use VET TEC, you will still keep every last GI Bill® benefit you currently have. The VA does not take away or subtract from any of your GI Bill® entitlements because of VET TEC.

Is the Certification Exam Fee for the course under the VET TEC Program Included?

No, however; if you have benefits available VIA GI Bill you can get reimbursement for the certification exam through the Department of Veterans Affairs program.

You’ll need to fill out an Application for Reimbursement of Licensing or Certification Test Fees (VA Form 22-0803).
Download VA Form 22-0803 (PDF)

Note: Please turn in proof of payment with your application. Proof of payment can be a receipt showing you paid the testing fee.

Then, either upload your completed form to the GI Bill website or mail it to your VA regional processing office. If you’re uploading the form to the GI Bill website, you’ll first need to create an account.
Upload your completed application to the GI Bill website
Find your  VA regional processing office

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill. All training for the VET TEC program will be located in our Sterling Office 46175 Westlake Drive,  Suite 250, Sterling, VA 20165.

All of the VET TEC approved Intellectual Point programs and pathways can now be attended virtually. We not only provide you an immersive collaborative learning experience online, but we also provide you virtually all the necessary tools and resources such as quiz portal access, simulations, virtual labs, etc. to successfully pass your certification tests. Our virtual remote classes have been very popular and provide the same rich learning experience as the physical classroom.