Anyone using VA VOC Rehab...

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I was wondering if anyone on this forum is currently or has used the VA Vocational Rehab program to go through nursing school? I am in school for my RN and looking at becoming an advanced practiced nurse (apn). I need help with making a plan for my initial meeting with my VRC.

Have your disabilities limited you, when it came to making the initial goal with your Voc Rehab Counselor (VRC)?? Any information that can be given would be helpful.

So do they give u a stipend every month and pay your tuition? Or do they just cover tuition?

They pay for a full ride and stipend. Tuition, books, computer, etc. and they pay you a stipend. The stipend varies depending on when you were in the military, post-9/11, etc.

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Wow! I hope I qualify!! I'm 100% service connected but not total and permanent...I'm going to apply today! Thanks so much

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Specializes in Neuro.

Quick question. Would you still qualify for voc rehab if you are employed full time. And still receive a stipend?

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Quick question. Would you still qualify for voc rehab if you are employed full time. And still receive a stipend?

Not if you're employed full time.

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Specializes in Neuro.

Thank you much for replying back so quickly.

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Wait a second GoalSeeker, I was unemployable /did not have sustainable employment pre Voc rehab. Now I have been in Voc Rehab for 2.5 years and have been employed full time for almost a year.

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Specializes in Neuro.
Wait a second GoalSeeker I was unemployable /did not have sustainable employment pre Voc rehab. Now I have been in Voc Rehab for 2.5 years and have been employed full time for almost a year.[/quote']

You are absolutely correct. My orientation was actually on Wednesday and I found out that I can actually hold a full time job. My counselor was excellent and explained to me all my entitlements under chapter 31. Thank you for correcting this misconception, especially for those of us who don't know what to expect from this program.

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That's good information. ..I applied about two months ago and I still haven't gotten an appointment yet. Hopefully soon.

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Specializes in Neuro.

Hi Juswannabenurse,

2 months sounds like a very long time. I know every state is different, but I would call the VA office in your state and verify they received all the necessary documents. The day of orientation a guy walked in and told them he didnt receive his paperwork and they were able to help him out.

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Thanks so much I'll call in the morning!

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Specializes in Primary Care; Child Advocacy; Child Abuse; ED.

Happy to see fellow veterans receiving this benefit. I was just approved this week. It is such a relief to know your degree will be taken care of. I was approved to my masters. I graduate with my ASN in May and will continue working towards my BSN in the fall. Does anyone here happen to know the form number for requesting electronics? I turned my paperwork into my school and they are giving me a list of things that I need but aren't sold at my school. Like computer, shoes, and ipad. Do I really just give my VA counselor the list or is there a specific form? I can ask on Tuesday but I was hoping someone on here might know. Thanks in advance :)

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Happy to see fellow veterans receiving this benefit. I was just approved this week. It is such a relief to know your degree will be taken care of. I was approved to my masters. I graduate with my ASN in May and will continue working towards my BSN in the fall. Does anyone here happen to know the form number for requesting electronics? I turned my paperwork into my school and they are giving me a list of things that I need but aren't sold at my school. Like computer shoes, and ipad. Do I really just give my VA counselor the list or is there a specific form? I can ask on Tuesday but I was hoping someone on here might know. Thanks in advance :)[/quote']

Hi Camwill,

As long as your school says its a requirement for you to continue your education, you can just turn that list over too your counselor. There is no form as far as I know. Congratulations on being approved, its a great program. They approved me to get my masters as well. Can't beat that.

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