What should I expect from the VR&E process?

Cpl Stephen McMenamin — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 09:51:35 -0400

I just got an appointment notification from the VA saying a have an appointment with someone about VR&E, but I have no idea what expect in this process.

Response by SSG Roger Ayscue made Jun 15 at 2021 11:28 PM

SSG Roger Ayscue — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 23:28:31 -0400

Listen to the procedure you counselor tells you and DO NOT WAIT to do what they say. I Just found out there is a time limit after you ETS or Retire to take advantage of this benefit. Good Luck to you.

Response by SrA John Monette made Jun 16 at 2021 8:24 AM

SrA John Monette — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 08:24:08 -0400

your first appointment will be answering a lot of questions about what you want to go to school for, what your goals are. expect them to ask you to find a handful of jobs that require the degree you are pursuing. even if the jobs are not what you want, give them the job postings anyway. i believe there are some tests involved too.

Response by 1SG Eddie Smith made Jun 18 at 2021 3:12 PM

1SG Eddie Smith — Fri, 18 Jun 2021 15:12:39 -0400

The VR&E program helps Veterans with service-connected disabilities prepare for, find, and maintain suitable careers that accommodate their disabilities. VR&E provides support to develop job skills, pursue a career, or get accommodations to perform a job

Through the VR&E program, a Counselor will help you decide what works best for you; based on your interests, abilities, and determines the best COA to maximize goals for employment; and you can meet with counselors through telecounseling, for personalized, interactive assistance regardless of where you live.

VR&E pays for training programs, provides a living stipend, and pays for any required equipment needed to perform a job.