Utilizing Veteran Readiness and Employment Benefits for Career Training with Accumentum

As a veteran transitioning into civilian life, you’ve defended our nation with honor, and now it’s time to embark on a new mission: your career. The Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) benefits, formerly known as Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment, are designed to help veterans with service-connected disabilities achieve maximum independence in daily living and, ideally, a suitable career. Here’s how you can leverage these benefits for career training through Accumentum, a company dedicated to providing top-tier IT and management training.

The VR&E program offers several services, including:

Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling: Guidance to help identify your career interests and capabilities.
Training: Assisting with education, on-the-job training, apprenticeships, and non-paid work experiences.
Employment Services: Job search assistance, resume writing, and interview skills.

To be eligible, you must have a service-connected disability rating of at least 10% and be within 12 years from your separation date or the date VA first notified you of your service-connected disability rating. However, there are exceptions where veterans can extend or restore eligibility, so it’s worth checking with a VR&E counselor.

Accumentum specializes in providing high-quality training in cybersecurity and project management, among other fields. Their structured courses are designed not only to prepare you for certification but also to equip you with the practical skills needed in modern workplaces. Here are just a few certification training courses that could be fulfilled with your VR&E benefits:

CompTIA Security+

This certification is an entry-level benchmark for IT security professionals. It establishes the core knowledge required of any cybersecurity role.
Our training includes comprehensive coverage of network security, compliance, and operational security, aligning with the latest exam objectives. You’ll delve into cryptography, risk management, and security controls, preparing you to tackle vulnerabilities and implement secure network architectures.

EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

This certification focuses on the methodology of ethical hacking to help organizations secure their infrastructure from malicious attacks.
Learn to think like a hacker. Our course goes beyond theory, offering hands-on labs where you can practice penetration testing, attack vectors, and cybersecurity countermeasures.

ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Aimed at IT auditors, this certification ensures you can assess whether an organization’s IT and business systems are protected, controlled, and can provide accurate and reliable information.
Our training includes deep dives into IT governance, systems and infrastructure lifecycle management, IT service delivery, and more, preparing you for a career in auditing and compliance.

PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)

The PMP certification is a globally recognized testament to your project management expertise, covering risk management, budget control, team leadership, and project planning.
Our PMP course is structured to enhance your strategic thinking and management skills through real-world scenarios, helping you master the art of leading projects to successful completion.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use your VR&E benefits for training at Accumentum:

Contact a VR&E Counselor: Discuss your career goals and how training at Accumentum fits into your readiness plan. They will guide you on how to proceed.
Develop an Individual Plan: Your counselor will help create a personalized plan which could include courses at Accumentum.
Get Approval: Ensure that the training program at Accumentum meets VR&E criteria. This might involve proving that the training will lead to employment in your field of interest.
Enroll in Courses: With your plan approved, you can enroll in Accumentum’s courses. The training area of our website offers detailed course outlines and schedules.
Funding: VR&E can cover tuition, books, supplies, and sometimes even transportation and housing if the training is out-of-state or full-time.
Certification and Beyond: After completing the training, VR&E provides job placement services to help you secure employment in your new field.

The digital age demands expertise in cybersecurity and efficient project management. Veterans, with their unique blend of discipline, leadership, and problem-solving skills, are well-suited for these careers. Training through VR&E and Accumentum not only equips you with necessary skills but also demonstrates to potential employers your commitment to your professional development.

Transitioning to civilian life can be daunting, but with the right tools and support, it can also be a journey of growth and success. Accumentum, with its specialized training programs, paired with the VR&E benefits, offers a pathway to not just a new job but a new career where you can continue to serve, protect, and lead.

For more information on Accumentum’s courses or to start your journey, submit your information on our registration page and one of our advisors will contact you to arrange a discovery call. Remember, your service doesn’t end at discharge; it evolves, and VR&E is here to ensure that evolution is as successful as your military career was.

Accumentum® is the leading training provider for a vast array of technology vendors including AWS, Cisco, CIW, CompTIA, EC-Council, Fortinet, GIAC, HRCI, ISACA, ITIL, Microsoft, Palo Alto, PMI, Scrum, SHRM, Veritas, VMWare, and more.