Veteran Readiness & Employment (Chapter 31)
Education, training, and job placement for service-disabled veterans.
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About this benefit
Overview
Eligibility (separated veterans): Service-connected disability rating of at least 10% from the VA AND an employment handicap. Active-duty service members may also qualify with a 20% pre-discharge rating or while awaiting medical separation.
Covers
College tuition, vocational training, on-the-job training, job placement services, resume development, interview coaching, and self-employment assistance.
Additional support
Monthly subsistence allowance while in training, books/supplies, assistive technology, and adaptive equipment.
Duration
Generally up to 48 months full-time (or part-time equivalent). Veterans with a Serious Employment Handicap (SEH) may receive extensions beyond 48 months under 38 CFR 21.78.
Time limit
12 years from separation or VA notification of rating for those discharged before January 1, 2013. NO time limit for those discharged on or after January 1, 2013.
How to apply
Submit VA Form 28-1900 online at va.gov. A VR&E counselor will evaluate your employment handicap and develop an individualized plan.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-04-30 against www.va.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the VA before applying — eligibility rules and dollar amounts change with each fiscal year.
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