Veteran Readiness and Employment (Chapter 31)

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 disabilities

VR&E tracks for service members and Veterans

Explore 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.
Eligibility

Find out if you can get VR&E benefits and services as a service member or Veteran.
How to apply

Find 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 disabilities

Dependent family members

Find out if you're eligible for certain counseling services, training, and education benefits.

More helpful resources

Compare VA education benefits

Compare education benefits for Veterans, service members, and members of the National Guard and Reserve.
VetSuccess on Campus

Find out if our counselors can help you transition from military to college life.
External resources

Get links to more resources outside VA that can help you in your job search.