Veteran’s Employment & Career Fair - Friday, March 30, 2012
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What VA Education Benefits are available at Ogden-Weber Tech College?
- Post 9/11 GI Bill
- Montgomery GI Bill
- Chapter 35 Survivor Benefits
- VA Vocational Rehabilitation
- MyCAA
- Chapter 1606 Reserve Benefits
How to apply for Post 9/11, Montgomery GI Bill, Chapter 35, and Chapter 1606 benefits:
Apply online HERE
Or apply by mail with a paper application available HERE or in the Financial Aid Office.
What you’ll need to start your benefits:
- An appointment with Veterans Specialist (Call (801) 627-8339)
- Certificate of Eligibility from VA. Need a replacement? Call (888) 442-4551
- DD-214 Member 4 (If lost, request one HERE)
- College transcripts (if you have any)
- Change of Place/Program, can be found HERE (Turn in to the Veterans Specialist)
- Completed OWATC VA Guidelines form
- Completed OWATC Prior Credit form
How to apply for V.A. Vocational Rehabilitation Benefits:
Must have identified service related disability certified by VA.
Apply online at vetsuccess.gov
Paper application can be found here
Mail to:
Vocational Rehabilitation Office
550 Foothill Drive
Salt Lake City, UT 84113
FAQs
How long will it take before I receive my benefits?
It can take up to two months for the VA to begin paying your benefits.
What are the academic standards for VA educational benefit eligibility?
For non-VA Rehab benefits, 80% monthly attendance and 70% cumulative progress.
For VA Rehab benefits, speak with your assigned case worker.
Who do I speak with if I have questions about housing allowance, etc?
Contact the VA Educational Office at (888) 442-4551
Which benefit is best for me?
Contact the VA Educational Office at (888) 442-4551
How many hours must I attend per week to qualify for full time / part time benefits?
| VA Education Benefit Rate | |
|---|---|
| 22-30 HRS/Per Week | Full Time |
| 16-21 HRS/Per Week | 3/4 Time |
| 11-15 HRS/Per Week | Half Time |
| > 10 HRS/Per Week | > Half Time* |
* Less than half-time students receive funding for tuition and fees only!
Where can I find a list of VA approved certificate programs?
| List of VA approved certificate programs | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Name | Hours | Program Name | Hours |
| Accounting Technician | 1260 | Machinist I-III | 1575 |
| Administrative Assistant | 900 | Media Design – 3D Model/Animation | 1290 |
| Barbering | 1000 | Media Design – Graphic Design | 1260 |
| Biomedical Equip. Technician | 1360 | Media Design- Web Developer | 1170 |
| Composites Technology | 610 | Medical Assistant | 1380 |
| Computer Aided Drafting I | 1200 | Medical Coder | 900 |
| Computer Aided Drafting II | 1500 | Medical Office Administration | 1270 |
| Computer App. Specialist | 1350 | Medical Transcription | 1395 |
| Construction Technology | 690 | Multimedia Technology | 900 |
| Cosmetology | 2000 | Nail Technician | 300 |
| Culinary Arts | 930 | Nursing Assistant | 110 |
| Dental Assisting | 1485 | PC Technician | 900 |
| Dental Office Administration | 1365 | Pharmacy Technician | 420 |
| Electrical Trades Preparation | 900 | Phlebotomy Technician | 100 |
| Electronics | 1260 | Practical Nursing | 930 |
| Industrial Auto. Maintenance | 1260 | Sheet Metal Fabrication | 990 |
| Information Technology | 1170 | Welding Advanced | 1410 |
| Interior Design Drafting | 900 | ||
Veteran’s Resources
My Next Move for Vets – www.mynextmove.org/vets
Contact Information
Veterans Specialist, Financial Aid Office in Student Services Building Room 126
Hours of Operation: M-Th 8:00-2:00 F 8:00-12:00
Phone Number: (801) 627-8339
Fax: ATTN Veterans Specialist (801) 395-3720
Email: huzzeya@owatc.edu
Additional Contact Information
Patrick Butler – Disability Services
Phone Number: 801-627-8325
Email: butlerp@owatc.eduAndrew Brown – Pre-enrollment
Phone Number: 801-627-8330
Email: browna@owatc.edu
