Military and veterans
Spouses, veterans, and service members have dedicated funds that pay the school directly.
- Who pays
- Department of Defense or Department of Veterans Affairs
- What it covers
- Tuition and fees up to program limits
- How fast
- SpouseWorks about 60 days to set up, GI Bill depends on school approval
How it works
Getting military and veterans, step by step
SpouseWorks
Formerly MyCAA. Apply online, pick an approved school, and the fund pays the school directly. CNA is a listed portable career.
GI Bill
The school must be VA approved. Ask the school for its facility code before you apply.
Veteran Readiness and Employment
For veterans with a service connected disability. Covers training and pays a monthly allowance.
Who qualifies
- Spouses of enlisted members and junior officers for SpouseWorks, up to $4,000 lifetime
- Veterans and eligible service members for the GI Bill, at VA approved schools
- Veterans with a service connected disability for Veteran Readiness and Employment
Know before you go
- Many small CNA schools are not VA approved. SpouseWorks accepts more providers than the GI Bill.
- Using GI Bill months on a short course is often a poor trade. Consider SpouseWorks or a voucher first.
Military and veterans, answered.
Can I use SpouseWorks at a private CNA school?
Yes, if the school is listed in the program. Schools can apply to be added and the process takes about two months.
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