Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment
VA’s Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) program assists veterans with service-connected disabilities by offering services and assistance to prepare for, find, and keep suitable employment. Through the VR&E program, a disabled veteran may receive:
- Assistance finding and maintaining suitable employment.
- An evaluation of abilities, skills, and interests.
- Vocational counseling and planning.
- If needed, training such as on-the-job and non-paid work experiences.
- If needed, training such as certificate and two- or four-year college programs.
- Supportive rehabilitation services and additional counseling
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VA Partners
Other agencies work with VA to provide assistance and employment benefits to veterans with disabilities and separating service members. Some agencies include:
- Job-Finding Assistance – Free job counseling, testing, referral, and placement services. Contact the nearest state employment office and present a copy of your military discharge (DD Form 214). www.mnwfc.org
- Unemployment Compensation – For more information, contact the nearest state employment office and present a copy of your military discharge (DD Form 214). www.mnwfc.org
- Federal Jobs for Veterans – For more information, contact Career America Connection at 1-912-757-3000 or visit their website at www.usajobs.opm.gov
- Employment and Re-employment Rights – For more information, visit the Department of Labor website at www.dol.gov/dol/vets
- Small Business Administration (SBA) – For more information, contact the nearest SBA office or call 1-800-827-5722
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Vocational Education Career Counseling
Service members, veterans, and certain veterans’ dependents are provided with vocational and educational guidance and counseling to assist them is selection an appropriate career goal and training institution. |
For More Information
St. Paul VA Regional Office
VR&E Division (28)
1 Federal Drive, Fort Snelling
St Paul, MN 55111-5040
(612) 970-5440
800-827-1000
E-Mail
How to find out more about VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Benefits
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