Education & Job Resources - American Legion Post #40

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EDUCATION BENEFITS

Veterans Education Benefits

   GI Bill benefits include more than just tuition.  In addition to tuition support, veterans may also be eligible for benefits involving housing and books, qualify for grants and scholarships, and be eligible for supplemental programs like the Yellow Ribbon Program.  http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/

Federal Education Benefits

    Federal veterans education benefits have attracted millions to military service. The newest benefit – the Post-9/11 GI Bill – is particularly enticing, as it offers the most generous financial aid ever available to service members. But it’s not perfect for every veteran. Military personnel should carefully study all seven education benefits before selecting one. The new GI Bill is not a one-size-fits-all piece of legislation.  https://www.legion.org/education/federalbenefits

Minnesota State Education Benefits

  The Minnesota G.I. Bill program was established in 2007 to provide postsecondary educational assistance to eligible Minnesota veterans who served on or after September 11, 2001.  For details, eligibility, and additional Minnesota residents benefits.  https://www.legion.org/education/statebenefits/minnesota

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)

    Interested in joining the military?  An ASVAB test is test administered to anyone interested in enlisting in any of the US Armed Service branches.  This site provides free practice tests for all categories of the ASVAB so those interested in joining the military can get a sense of the questions they will expect to see on the ASVAB.  Minimum scores must be met in order to be able to enlist.  http://asvabpracticetestonline.com/

Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)

    Once your recruiter determines that you are a good candidate for service, you must then pass a physical.  You then take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) test.   The testing measures an applicant’s suitability for enlistment.  The entire exam takes three hours.  There are nine sections on the exam (General Science, Arithmetic Reasoning, Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Mathematics Knowledge, Electronics Information, Automotive and Shop Information, Mechanical Comprehension, Assembling Objects, and Verbal Expression), each section has a time limit from 10 – 36 minutes; the entire exam takes three hours.  It’s important to do well on the test, because high scores lead to more and better military career options.  Test scores are based mostly on the four math and verbal sections of the exams.  This site will help prepare you for these most critical areas of the exams.  https://www.mometrix.com/academy/asvab-study-guide/

AffordableColleges.com

   Offers a financial aid resource for veterans as well as active duty military service members.  While many opportunities are specific to a particular military branch or terms of service/operations, other military scholarships for veterans and active duty servicemembers are available across all five military branches.  For more information, visit  http://www.affordablecolleges.com/resources/scholarships-for-military

Military Service Member And Veteran Guide To AI

   The military has long been a conduit for taking groundbreaking research and turning it into cutting-edge applied technologies. Fields ranging from healthcare to computer science have all benefitted from military research dollars and training. This site is informational and covers many of the options open to veterans in AI-related MOS options and the transition to civilian careers in A1.  https://aidegreeguide.com/military-service-member-and-vteran-civilian-careers-in-ai/

Intelligent

   Intelligent.com is a student-focused publication dedicated to delivering data-driven research and insights to aid students and educational institutions nationwide. Our commitment is to foster informed decision-making and elevate educational standards by translating complex data into understandable and actionable information.  https://www.intelligent.com

SubstanceAbuseCounselor.org

   Provides straightforward guidance on options for everything needed to be able to serve as the compassionate, sober voice patients need to get them through their journey to recovery can be found in the pages of this website.

   Learn the healing art and science behind substance use disorder counseling, what roles you can play in providing that treatment, and how to navigate the sometimes-complex process of becoming certified and licensed to practice in your state. https://substanceabusecounselor.org

Starting a Business for Veterans: The Definitive Guide

    Veterans have access to wide-ranging resources when starting their own business, but it can be challenging to figure out where to start.

SMBGuide is an online resource aiming to provide small business owners with the most up-to-date

resources. They have created a comprehensive guide for veterans starting a business, including: Business ideas, Funding options, Additional resources.

    Depending on the type of business, veterans can take advantage of tax breaks, access to government contracts and programs that can provide grants, loans and business training.  http://www.smbguide.com/business-for-veterans/