I’m happy to assist and support you in this program as best I can. Unfortunately, we are not able to purchase desks, chairs, etc for people going to school. We can only consider it when some becomes employed and needs an accommodation that the employer doesn’t provide. I usually tell people that this is what the monthly subsistence allowance stipend that you will be getting while in school is for - anything that is needed for your school that is not provided by us. This is an email from my counselor... seems way off from what fellow vets are being told
It is true but what your VRC told you is a half truth. What you are seeking is an "ergonomic accommodation" to prevent the further exacerbation of a service-connected disability. Take a look at M28C,V.A.3,3.01, a When they say they need to get approval from a supervisor, cite M28C,V.A.3,3.01, b and remind them that it is in accordance with 38 CFR 21.210 that they have the sole authority to approve it. (Now don't go asking for something crazy like 5k+ desk/chair) Use this knowledge with common sense.
Hey Chris, Do you have a video explaining how you got approved for VRNE? I’ve already been accepted to the graduate program I want to go into but, VRNE Denied me. I’d appreciate any help.
You should get your initial appointment (interview) in about a month, and then they SHOULD let you know immediately if you are approved or not, however, they don't always do that. My first time applying the counselor wouldn't give me any indication, and I got a denial letter in the mail a month later...
Great info. I'm looking for ways to pay for technical training since I transferred my Post 9/11 GI bill to my son. I just applied to the VR&E program and I'm waiting for acceptance. I reached the same conclusion about the VR&E "Employment Through Long-Term Services" track. I recently retired from the Navy as an O4. Prior to the Navy, I was a software engineer during the latter half of the 90's until 2001. I want to re-enter this field of work and update my skills learning about AI, machine learning, Swift, Python, etc. by enrolling in a coding bootcamp instead of completing another degree; I already have a BS/MS in electrical engineering. The VA's pilot Veterans Technology Education Courses (VET TEC) seemed to have been better suited for these aspirations, but, the VA stopped accepting applications April 1, 2024. Hence, my interest in this track ... do you think it would be feasible? Thanks for taking time away from your busy med school schedule.
Yes it’s feasible, but may be a hard sell. Unfortunately some counselors hold it against you if you have a decent amount of education and training already, but I think your situation is perfectly reasonable. You need to explain to them that this career path will be suitable to your abilities and interests and that it is a field that doesn’t exacerbate your disabilities, and that you NEED this technical training in order to break into this career field. Which is true, you know better than me that a 10+ year break away from the tech field makes you a dinosaur. You need their help and training in order to pivot into this career field
Folks. Double-check every word uttered by the VR&E staff. Review 38 USC, 38 CFR, and M28C. My first two counselors stated I was too old to receive education or VR&E benefits. The staff is not your friends. Do not back down. Semper
IDK if im too late to help you with your situation, but I was accepted for VRE at 69 yrs young and very disabled (20% at the time). I had used most of my GI bill back in the 80's, but now have 22 mos. available to me in this program.
What if you want to do the education track long term employment and are only doing online classes? Does that mean you will get half of the GI Bill rate?
@@gabbyramsay8198technically yes because all online isn’t considered full time, you need at least one class in person to be counted as full time, the rest can be online
Yes you can still use VRE, but you have to have 1 day left of GI bill eligibility in order to get the GI bill level of bah. If you don’t, then you’ll get a VRE sustenance allowance which is a little less than the bah rate
Im so agitated with their system. They make it so hard to get in touch with anyone. I applied in June July and August of this year they're telling me I have to wait until December for my appointment. Thats way too long the I missed two start dates because of the wickedness and laziness of the VRE employees. I was told I had a counselor and I haven't heard from them yet.
Can somebody help me I was approved last year fro VRE and ive been talking to my consolers fro over 7 months almost 8 now and she sill haven't came up with a plan then just last week she told me she was sending me to the Georgia department of labor to get their option on education training. I asked to get security plus or PMP certification 5 months ago. I didn't know it would take over 9 moths to get some type of education training smh
Chris , what if a veteran gets.injury on a job vocational Rehabilitation sent him on? What governs that? I'm a disabled veteran, I got hurt.on a VA Rehabilitation site. I was approved.for.100%.service connection in 2015. I appealed.thst date. My vocational Rehabilitation approval sited my disability that I was.finally approve. I appealed.rhe effective date. Should I use that vocational Rehabilitation approval program back in 1998?
I’m happy to assist and support you in this program as best I can.
Unfortunately, we are not able to purchase desks, chairs, etc for people going to school. We can only consider it when some becomes employed and needs an accommodation that the employer doesn’t provide. I usually tell people that this is what the monthly subsistence allowance stipend that you will be getting while in school is for - anything that is needed for your school that is not provided by us.
This is an email from my counselor... seems way off from what fellow vets are being told
that is way off, sorry to hear that, the level of inconsistency is frustrating
It is true but what your VRC told you is a half truth. What you are seeking is an "ergonomic accommodation" to prevent the further exacerbation of a service-connected disability. Take a look at M28C,V.A.3,3.01, a When they say they need to get approval from a supervisor, cite M28C,V.A.3,3.01, b and remind them that it is in accordance with 38 CFR 21.210 that they have the sole authority to approve it. (Now don't go asking for something crazy like 5k+ desk/chair) Use this knowledge with common sense.
Hey Chris,
Do you have a video explaining how you got approved for VRNE?
I’ve already been accepted to the graduate program I want to go into but, VRNE Denied me. I’d appreciate any help.
hey sorry for the delay here, catching up on comments. yes i have multiple videos on VR&E, you should check them out!
Extremely useful information. Do you know how long the VA takes to give you an answer after you apply? Thanks.
You should get your initial appointment (interview) in about a month, and then they SHOULD let you know immediately if you are approved or not, however, they don't always do that. My first time applying the counselor wouldn't give me any indication, and I got a denial letter in the mail a month later...
Great info. I'm looking for ways to pay for technical training since I transferred my Post 9/11 GI bill to my son. I just applied to the VR&E program and I'm waiting for acceptance. I reached the same conclusion about the VR&E "Employment Through Long-Term Services" track. I recently retired from the Navy as an O4. Prior to the Navy, I was a software engineer during the latter half of the 90's until 2001. I want to re-enter this field of work and update my skills learning about AI, machine learning, Swift, Python, etc. by enrolling in a coding bootcamp instead of completing another degree; I already have a BS/MS in electrical engineering. The VA's pilot Veterans Technology Education Courses (VET TEC) seemed to have been better suited for these aspirations, but, the VA stopped accepting applications April 1, 2024. Hence, my interest in this track ... do you think it would be feasible? Thanks for taking time away from your busy med school schedule.
Yes it’s feasible, but may be a hard sell. Unfortunately some counselors hold it against you if you have a decent amount of education and training already, but I think your situation is perfectly reasonable. You need to explain to them that this career path will be suitable to your abilities and interests and that it is a field that doesn’t exacerbate your disabilities, and that you NEED this technical training in order to break into this career field. Which is true, you know better than me that a 10+ year break away from the tech field makes you a dinosaur. You need their help and training in order to pivot into this career field
@@Moneyandcareers wasn't a hard sell. I had my orientation interview and counselor recommended going forward with the program
Folks. Double-check every word uttered by the VR&E staff. Review 38 USC, 38 CFR, and M28C.
My first two counselors stated I was too old to receive education or VR&E benefits.
The staff is not your friends. Do not back down.
Semper
WOW. They just said that as a fact, or some kind of biased opinion?
@@eQuariuz a fact
IDK if im too late to help you with your situation, but I was accepted for VRE at 69 yrs young and very disabled (20% at the time). I had used most of my GI bill back in the 80's, but now have 22 mos. available to me in this program.
How much does VR&E pay for the non-paid work experience option? Same BAH as GI Bill? Thanks.
As long as you have 1 day left of GI bill, you can get GI bill rate of BAH
How much do you get paid per month ? On the website it says either 700$ or 3000$ and I don’t want to get my hopes up. Disabled veteran in Florida
You get paid the same BAH as you would for GI bill for your area code which you can look up!
What if you want to do the education track long term employment and are only doing online classes? Does that mean you will get half of the GI Bill rate?
@@gabbyramsay8198technically yes because all online isn’t considered full time, you need at least one class in person to be counted as full time, the rest can be online
What if you've already used all of your GI bill/ Post 911 benefits. Does it matter or will they still cover your tuition
Yes you can still use VRE, but you have to have 1 day left of GI bill eligibility in order to get the GI bill level of bah. If you don’t, then you’ll get a VRE sustenance allowance which is a little less than the bah rate
Im so agitated with their system. They make it so hard to get in touch with anyone. I applied in June July and August of this year they're telling me I have to wait until December for my appointment. Thats way too long the I missed two start dates because of the wickedness and laziness of the VRE employees. I was told I had a counselor and I haven't heard from them yet.
Can somebody help me I was approved last year fro VRE and ive been talking to my consolers fro over 7 months almost 8 now and she sill haven't came up with a plan then just last week she told me she was sending me to the Georgia department of labor to get their option on education training. I asked to get security plus or PMP certification 5 months ago. I didn't know it would take over 9 moths to get some type of education training smh
Chris , what if a veteran gets.injury on a job vocational Rehabilitation sent him on? What governs that? I'm a disabled veteran, I got hurt.on a VA Rehabilitation site. I was approved.for.100%.service connection in 2015. I appealed.thst date. My vocational Rehabilitation approval sited my disability that I was.finally approve. I appealed.rhe effective date. Should I use that vocational Rehabilitation approval program back in 1998?
Sorry, I’m not sure I understand
THX
No problem dude!