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Some excellent news today, it seems that the hard work and time spent on self-development paid off. I managed to finish the degree with a first-class honours in business management. As the journey of leaving the Military continues, it's time to concentrate on my resettlement with some more personnel development, through the career transition partnership, onwards and upwards. #ctp #serviceleavers #resettlement

This is a fabulous post. With some planning could you or would you do the same? The pressure to jump straight in to something else is ever present but do you really need too? Yes, it is common thinking ‘I must have a job and start straightaway’ but especially those who have done a full career, there is a slight cushion and why not use it? Even if you have a role to go to, I always recommend to others taking a month between leaving service and starting the new job, for anyone really but after 22 years plus of military service, a break is invaluable. Give yourself time to reset, take stock and start fresh. Do not forget about the overall transition to a whole new way of life. You will be all the better for it. The alternative is not doing and perhaps a year down the line realising you haven’t given yourself time to transition correctly. It’s worth a thought if you can take the opportunity.

I was just having this conversation with a few people the other day. The Marine Corps is just implementing a written policy for what the other services have been doing quietly--Limiting SkillBridge. But when your organizations are at 76% strength or less (more) and you have a mission to perform (the one the American taxpayers are paying for) something has to give....SkillBridge will be the first. And before you go there I am a huge fan of SkillBridge...but I am also a realist--->What we are witnessing is the slow decline and ultimate phasing out of the DoD SkillBridge program as we know it. I have been saying this for a few years now and you can argue all day but the program as is, is not sustainable nor will it survive as is. I am also not a fan of using rank to determine who gets SkillBridge (I know it is done quietly as well.) The assumption being made is that senior enlisted and officers do not need to use it to make the transition. Nonsense. They need it as much as the junior enlisted need it. There is no rank in the transition. True, some (junior enlisted and officer) will have it easier but that goes for anything in life. The transition is the transition and it does not know rank. https://lnkd.in/enWXy676

As we round out this journey through National Apprenticeship Week, we are reminded how intwined this “Superhighway to Good Jobs” is with our core mission. Serving those in uniform, from active duty to veterans, has been a key driving force for SOLID since our inception, and we’re proud to have provided program support for USMAP for many years. Why is USMAP the express lane to success for the military community? 1. Custom-built for Military Missions: USMAP’s standards are designed specifically for the military ethos, ensuring that every Army, Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard member finds their path. 2. Accelerated Learning Curve: The "earn as you learn" approach of USMAP ensures servicemembers gain both practical training and in-depth classroom instruction, propelling them further, faster. 3. A Smooth Transition Ahead: With 90% of apprentices securing employment after completion, USMAP guarantees a smooth ride into an average annual salary of $80K. 4. Recognition on a National Scale: Achieving the DOL Certificate of Completion via USMAP is like getting the premium upgrade — it boosts your hiring rates and wages, setting you apart in the fast lane. To get started on your own career journey, visit https://usmap.osd.mil/

IIPAC is a proud supporter of Helmets to Hardhats. A transitioning program for US military veterans to move directly into the ironworking field. Why prioritize transitioning veterans for apprenticeships in ironworking? Skill and Reliability: Veterans bring a wealth of skills and a track record of reliability. They are equipped with diverse expertise, drug free expectations, and leadership capabilities. Addressing Unemployment Challenges: Government unemployment costs are notably higher among veterans, particularly in the 22-26 age groups. Integrating them into apprenticeship programs helps reduce these costs and offers them stable career pathways. Maximizing Military Training: There's significant value in harnessing military training within apprenticeship programs. Former armed forces members deserve opportunities to excel in civilian professions. At IIPAC, we're dedicated to empowering veterans and utilizing their talents for success in construction. Join us as we build a brighter future together! Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gmXQq38M #VeteransInConstruction #MilitaryTransition #IIPAC

Are you considering leaving the military? Here's a brief overview of assistance available to help transitioning service members and families. #veteran #activeduty #dfw #military https://lnkd.in/ghFJsiv4

I was talking to a student today who is considering going into the Air Force. That's a great option but it had me thinking that in schools we don't talk about the exploring and negotiating. You may know you want to go into a specific career, college, military, apprenticeship, or company - but how do you know for sure that it's the best fit for you without exploring? How do you know you had the best option without negotiating? Many companies have the same job - which company culture is fitting your values and long-term goals? One college may give you a great financial aid package, but how do you know another won't unless you negotiate? The student I mentioned wants to be an aviation mechanic and serve their country. They assumes that the most likely way to get that job is with the Air Force, but all the branches of the military have that option. And colleges have both aviation mechanics and ROTC programs. By exploring their options they have found that one branch has a Guard option and connections to an aviation company that hires enlisted Guard. Or the Navy has aviation mechanic needs so are using the students Civil Air Patrol to advance in rank. Perhaps the Air Force is the best option, but without exploring they don't know what they've missed. In high school explore, try out classes, activities, and volunteer so you can find out what you want out of a career. Then focus on opportunities that will get you where you want to be. Don't settle for the first, sometimes the only, thing you look at - there's a whole world full of opportunities. #exploreoptions #askquestions #futureplanning #spartansintransition

‼️ “The Commander’s Dilemma ‼️ The military’s insufficient emphasis on transition is manifested in its most crucial form among commanders, or those individuals tasked with leading military operations, organizations, and personnel. ❇️ In short, supporting transition conflicts with these commanders’ primary and most essential responsibility—maintaining mission readiness. ❇️ When service members are valuable contributors to their units, the need to keep them on duty can seem of greater importance to a commander than the service member’s post-military future. ⚠️⚠️⚠️ One example of this dilemma relates to service members’ participation in a Department of Defense (DoD) program such as SkillBridge, which provides participants with work experience through job training, internships, or apprenticeships. … Some service members report that commanders deny SkillBridge requests because of the importance of maintaining mission readiness, although data documenting reasons for such denials has not been systematically collected. A recent report from the Government Accountability Office (GAO)27 found that service members face similar barriers when seeking access to the Transition Assistance Program (TAP), which may explain why so few complete this required program on time.” ⁉️See comments for solutions from the VJC

Bridging the Gap: Securing Post-Military Careers through Specialized Trade Education Read More: https://lnkd.in/eReivFi6 As we commemorate Invest in Veteran Week, it is vital to honor those who have served by facilitating a smoother transition into civilian lif...