Training from Blackstone is available at no cost to you – with up to $4,000 available ($2,000 per fiscal year limit) through the Army Credentialing Assistance Program. If you are Active Duty, Army Reserve or National Guard personnel, the program is designed to provide assistance in getting certifications to help build upon your skills, prepare you for advancement opportunities and help you transition into a civilian career.
If you are Active Air Force personnel, you may be eligible for Air Force Cool (AF COOL) benefits, view more about the eligibility requirements here.
The Air & Space Forces Aid Society (AFAS) offers the “Bee” Arnold Spouse Tuition Program that provides funding for spouses to pursue entry-level job training to help secure immediate, viable employment through short term programs/certifications (3-12 weeks) or spouses pursuing a PART-TIME undergraduate degree at an accredited 2-4 year college, university or vocational/trade school approved by the U.S. Department of Education for participation in federal aid programs. Applications are now available at https://portal.afas.org/. Detailed instructions on how to complete the application can be found here.
The Department of Labor and Department of Education created Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) to help remove barriers for those looking for meaningful careers. The WIOA program helps job seekers acquire industry-recognized credentials for in-demand jobs and provides the opportunity to leave the cycle of unemployment and underemployement into long-lasting careers.
If you are an individual with a disability, check with your local Vocational Rehabilitation office to determine if you qualify for one of their programs. Blackstone Career Institute is an approved vendor with Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) in most states.
