LOS ALAMITOS, Calif., 27 September, 2011 – Reimbursement of IEEE Computer Society software development certifications has been expanded for veterans under the Post-9/11 GI Bill. Under the bill, veterans are eligible for 100 percent reimbursement of the US $395 cost of taking the Certified Software Development Associate (CSDA) exam for entry-level developers and the $495 […]
CHICAGO – “The Society for Vascular Surgery® (SVS) is proud to be entering its fifth year of continuous two-week rotations of volunteer vascular surgeons at the U.S. Army’s Landstuhl Regional Medical Center (LRMC) in Germany,” said 2011-2012 SVS President Richard Cambia, MD, of Massachusetts General Hospital. “Our members are helping to repair damaged arteries and […]
September 14th webinar will provide tips and resources to help military spouses successfully juggle work, family and education BUFFALO, NY (September 07, 2011) – Bryant & Stratton College Online announced today that it will be hosting a free webinar for military spouses interested in learning tips and tools related to balancing work and family responsibilities […]
A new effort aimed at helping U.S. veterans make the transition from the armed forces to the civilian workforce was launched today by IT trade association CompTIA. The Troops to Tech Careers initiative is designed to streamline the military-to-civilian transition through targeted training, credentialing and job placement assistance.
Excelsior College Teams With Non-Commissioned Officers Association to Provide Education Benefits to NCOA Members NCOA spouses are also eligible for reduced tuition ALBANY, N.Y.(Aug. 16, 2011)– Membership in the Non-Commissioned Officers Association now comes with a unique new benefit: accredited, nonprofit higher education at a reduced tuition rate. NCOA spouses are also eligible for these […]
Once a strategic defense site for our nation’s capital during the War of 1812, Washington’s Navy Yard hosted President Obama today as he announced the latest efforts in Washington to defend America’s veterans from the clutches of our 9.1% jobless rate—and particularly Iraq and Afghanistan veterans who are suffering from an unemployment rate above 13 […]
Last month, the White House launched an initiative, “Joining Forces,” to support and honor America’s service members and their families. Employment is one of the key components to this initiative, which is supported by organizations ranging from Sesame Street to the Siemens Corporation. Joining Forces will focus on both job availability for soldiers transitioning from […]
Your organization depends on reliable, resilient human capital. Veterans of America’s armed forces have the skills, training, and character to meet your toughest challenges for today and tomorrow. That’s why hiring veterans is not just about building goodwill. It’s good business!
The U.S. Department of Labor has seen the need to link employers to veterans in a way that maximizes the returns that both sides receive. What is making it successful? Participation by major companies, corporations and labor organizations. To us, these are matches made in heaven.
