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Educational Planning

This pillar helps parents support their enlistee’s academic and career growth. It covers military education benefits, balancing service with schooling, vocational training, career pathways, and long-term success. Parents will learn how to guide their child in making informed decisions about higher education, certifications, and skill-building opportunities during and after service.


Supporting Your Service Member's Career Development Through Military Training
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Supporting Your Service Member's Career Development Through Military Training

Military training is the foundation of a successful career in the armed forces. Any member of the military looking to succeed in their chosen field needs to take full advantage of the training opportunities available to them. But military training is grueling and your service member would need all the support they can get to pull through.

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Federal Tuition Assistance vs Post-9/11 GI Bill: Understanding Education Benefits for Military Families
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Federal Tuition Assistance vs Post-9/11 GI Bill: Understanding Education Benefits for Military Families

Federal Tuition Assistance (TA) and the Post-9/11 GI Bill are two essential educational benefits for service members and their family members who may be looking to further their education. Despite their similarities, these bills serve different purposes and feature distinct eligibility requirements. Understanding these differences can help your service members.

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From Enlistment to Education: Planning Academic Success for Service Members
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From Enlistment to Education: Planning Academic Success for Service Members

You may wonder how your son or daughter can pursue their education while fulfilling their military duties. The good news is that the military offers several educational benefits designed to help service members achieve their academic goals without putting their careers on hold. In this article, we will share a few tips for helping your service member navigate their educational journey while serving. 

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Credentialing Programs in the Military: Certifications and Career Growth
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Credentialing Programs in the Military: Certifications and Career Growth

Military credentialing programs are programs designed to help service members obtain professional certifications and licenses that are recognized both within and outside the military. These certifications help hone your service member’s skills in a given field and validate their expertise and experience, giving them a competitive edge in both military and civilian job markets.

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