Good to Know: How Veterans Can Use GI Bill Benefits Beyond a Degree

Good to Know: How Veterans Can Use GI Bill Benefits Beyond a Degree

Yes — veterans can often use GI Bill benefits for things other than a college degree. Depending on eligibility, Post-9/11 benefits can cover certifications, licensing exams, apprenticeships, on-the-job training, and vocational programs built around a specific occupation. Other VA programs, including Veteran Readiness and Employment, may cover training the GI Bill doesn’t. The catch is that eligibility differs from one veteran to the next, so the…