VET TEC 2.0 (high-tech program)
Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses 2.0 (VET TEC 2.0) is a program that helps eligible Veterans and active-duty service members develop skills to start or advance their career in a high-tech industry. Find out what types of training you can get through this program.
Am I eligible for VET TEC 2.0?
You may be eligible if you meet the requirements listed here.
1 of these must be true:
- You’re a Veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable, or
- You’re an active-duty service member who’s within 180 days of separating from service
And you must meet both of these requirements:
- You served at least 36 months on active duty, and
- You’re under 62 years old when we approve your application
Note: This program is limited to 4,000 paid participants in a fiscal year, but Congress may change the number of participants at any time.
How do I apply for VET TEC 2.0?
You can apply online right now.
What types of training does VET TEC 2.0 cover?
You can get training in these high-demand areas:
- Computer programming
- Computer software
- Data processing
- Information sciences
- Media application
What training providers currently have programs approved for VET TEC 2.0?
Preferred providers
San Diego, CA
Provider: ICOHS College (distance learning available)
Approved programs:
- A Plus-Module I
- Network Plus-Module II
Detroit, MI
Provider: DSDT College Inc. (distance learning available)
Approved programs:
- Technology Professional 6
- Technology Professional 6 On-line
Cary, NC
Provider: Great Horizons Career Centers
Approved program: Cyber Security Specialist
Columbia, SC
Provider: Training Concepts
Approved programs:
- Cert Cisco Professional Certification
- Cert CompTIA Secure Infrastructure SPC
- Cert Info Techn Security Professional
- Cert Information Technology Career Start
Sterling, VA
Provider: Intellectual Point
Approved programs:
- AI and Machine Learning Pathway
- Cloud Architect Pathway
- Cyber Security Analyst Pathway
- Cyber Warrior Pathway
- DevOps Pathway
- Help Desk Pathway
- Systems Administration Pathway
Bellevue, WA
Provider: Skillspire LLC
Approved programs:
- AI-Machine Learn-Code Train Deploy Cert
- C-Sharp and Azure Cloud Cert
- Cyber Security Cert
- Data Analytics Cert
- Full Stack Web Develop Immersive Cert
- iOS App Development with Swift Cert
- Java and Cloud Computing Cert
- UX Design Cert
Additional providers
Colorado Springs, CO
Provider: ACI Learning Tech Academy
Approved programs:
- Computer User Support Specialist-Cert
- Cyber Security Analyst-Cert
Chicago, IL
Provider: Code Platoon (distance learning available)
Approved programs:
- AI Cloud and DevOps Engineering
- Full Stack Software Engineer
- Full Stack Software Engineer Immersive
Irving, TX
Provider: ACI Learning Tech Academy
Approved programs:
- Computer User Support Specialist
- Cyber Security Analyst
San Antonio, TX
Provider: ACI Learning Tech Academy
Approved programs:
- Computer User Support Specialist
- Cyber Security Analyst
What benefits can I get through this program?
You can get these benefits:
- Tuition and fees (we pay your school directly)
- Money for housing during your training
- Books and supplies
Will you charge my entitlement for training I get through this program?
If you have remaining entitlement under Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA), Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty, or the Post-9/11 GI Bill, we’ll charge 1 month of entitlement for every 1 month of full-time training.
If you don’t have remaining entitlement, you can still participate in this program—even if you’ve already used the maximum of 48 months of VA education benefits.
Note: You don’t need to have qualified for any VA education benefit in the past to be able to participate in VET TEC 2.0.
How do I know if my school’s educational program is approved for VET TEC 2.0?
You can check the GI Bill Comparison Tool to find out if we’ve approved the educational program you want to enroll in.
Do I need to verify my enrollment every month?
Yes. You’ll need to verify your enrollment every month to keep getting your monthly housing allowance.
What happens after I complete my training?
You’ll get a certificate from your training provider when you finish your course. They’ll help you find a job in your field of study or you can pursue more education related to your VET TEC 2.0 program. You and your training provider must report your employment or education status to us, and later verify that you stayed in your job for 180 days (or 365 days if your training provider hired you).
Is this program the same as the VET TEC program that VA offered before?
No. This new program has different eligibility requirements and entitlement rules from the program we offered before.
You can’t use a Certificate of Eligibility that you got through the previous program to connect with a training provider and get benefits through VET TEC 2.0. If you’re interested in applying for VET TEC 2.0, you’ll need to use the new application form.
You should also check with your school to be sure the educational program you want to enroll in is approved for VET TEC 2.0.