Policies and Training
Veteran Readiness and Employment Veteran Readiness And Employment (Chapter 31) | Veterans Affairs (va.gov) If you have a service-connected disability that limits your ability to work or prevents you from working, Veteran Readiness and Employment (formerly called Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment) can help. This program—also known as Chapter 31 or VR&E—helps you explore employment options and address education or training needs. In some cases, your family members may also qualify for certain benefits. For service members and Veterans with service-connected disabilitiesVR&E tracks for service members and VeteransExplore VR&E support-and-services tracks for help learning new skills, finding a new job, starting a business, getting educational counseling, or returning to your former job. EligibilityFind out if you can get VR&E benefits and services as a service member or Veteran. How to applyFind out how to apply for VR&E benefits and services as a service member or Veteran.Apply online (VA Form 28-1900)Start your application for VR&E benefits now. Accessing VR&E through the Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES)If you’re wounded, injured, or fall ill while serving and can’t perform your duties, find out how you can access VR&E services as soon as possible through IDES. For family members of service members and Veterans with service-connected disabilitiesDependent family membersFind out if you're eligible for certain counseling services, training, and education benefits. More helpful resourcesCompare VA education benefitsCompare education benefits for Veterans, service members, and members of the National Guard and Reserve. VetSuccess on CampusFind out if our counselors can help you transition from military to college life. External resourcesGet links to more resources outside VA that can help you in your job search. |