Transition from Military Service to a Civilian Career with Registered Apprenticeship
Registered Apprenticeship Programs provide active duty service members and veterans with a structured path to civilian careers while leveraging valuable military experience. Whether transitioning from active duty or seeking new opportunities as a veteran, Registered Apprenticeship is an approach that can help you achieve your goals.
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For Veterans
Registered Apprenticeship Programs are qualified training programs for use with your GI Bill. This means that you can receive a tax-free housing stipend and potentially other benefits to help bridge your income needs while you train in your new civilian occupation.
How it Works
Veterans may apply for GI Bill benefits if they meet the criteria:
- GI Bill benefits can be applied to VA-approved Registered Apprenticeship Programs.
- Veterans receive a monthly housing allowance while in a Registered Apprenticeship, based on E4/E5 pay scales.
- Employers must register their Apprenticeship with the VA for apprentices to access GI Bill benefits.
Using Your GI Bill Benefits
Veterans may apply for GI Bill benefits if they meet the following criteria:
- They are not receiving wages at the fully trained rate for their apprenticeship occupation.
- They are employed by a company with a Registered Apprenticeship or on-the-job learning program.
- They must be officially registered as an apprentice or trainee with their employer.
These benefits can provide a monthly housing allowance while you train in a high-demand career, easing the transition to civilian life.
Testimonial
I highly recommend [Registered Apprenticeship] to all soldiers. The...Registered Apprenticeship Program documents your experience in a credential that is recognized nationwide, setting Soldiers and Civilians up for success by expanding potential employment opportunities.
Chris Pittman
•Education Services Officer, Fort Bragg Training and Education Center
For Active Duty Service Members
If you're serving in the U.S. Military and thinking about your next steps, a Registered Apprenticeship can help you build a civilian career credential while still on active duty.
These free programs don’t require off-duty hours, so you can get documented proof of your skills and work history-making transitioning into civilian life easier without adding to your workload.
Whether you continue your service or enter the workforce, a Registered Apprenticeship sets you up for long-term success.
Fort Bragg Apprenticeship Program
ApprenticeshipNC has a strong partnership with Fort Bragg supporting the management of the Registered Apprenticeship Program. We enroll soldiers, update their status, and distribute credentials. The ApprenticeshipNC Team conducts unit visits and attends events at the Fort Bragg Training and Education Center to promote the program and boost enrollment. We also assist with program updates, including the registration of new occupations.
We also work with the staff, counselors, and other representatives at the Fort Bragg Training and Education Center and Soldier Support Center to provide information and enrollment assistance. If you are stationed at Fort Bragg, contact ApprenticeshipNC to learn how to register.
If you are stationed at Fort Bragg, contact the ApprenticeshipNC Team to learn how to apply.
Other Installations
If you are not stationed at Fort Bragg, the U.S. Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) offers Apprenticeship Programs for active duty members at other installations.
DOD SkillBridge
The DOD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. DOD SkillBridge connects transitioning service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences.
Your Next Career Move Starts Here
Registered Apprenticeship offers a direct path to stable, rewarding civilian careers while leveraging the skills and experience gained during military service. Explore available programs, connect with advisors, and take advantage of resources designed to make your transition seamless.
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