2 Things you MUST DO to get Approved for VR&E (VOC REHAB)

[@andresluna351]

I had my approval 5 months ago. Counselor was phenomenol and the moment he said I could do whatever I wanted I felt I could do, that kind of blew my mind. Back to school in September I guess.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Good luck! Congrats

[@david-patton]

A buddy said they will buy you a laptop for a hook?

[@Astrokeofluck]

A hook ?

[@dakotarogers2301]

Im assuming a hook up?​@david-patton

[@imveryhungry112]

how long did it take for you to get approved for vr&e once you put in the initial application?

[@famemilitary1653]

Great video brother. I’ve take care everything that’s needed. From the research, what education level is needed, the job openings, the grades currently I have showing I have high aptitude in being a lawyer since I’m studying Pre-Law for my associates Currently. I’m ready to go with the information needed. Glad to have this video as a baseline that I had it all done already. Career Goal is being an Attorney. Jan 8th, 2025 is my appointment. My counselor already is asking for my resume and transcripts. I’ll keep you and your followers posted. - Army Vet OEF (PTSD-MST 50%)

[@Astrokeofluck]

Sounds like you are in a great spot. Good luck at your appointment! This video might help as well Get Approved for V&RE (VOC REHAB). Regulations & Rebuttals to know!! TIPS for VETERANS!! VA benefits kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5_VgKWofLxjiJI

[@LuisRodriguez-vk2ym]

those VR&E act like the benefits come out of their pocket

[@jasonbavolar8204]

They sure do

[@SandenoPalmer]

it does indirectly because I believe some pocket the benefit money they save. I mean after all they get a credit card too.....

[@thatguyoverthere6743]

Truly.

[@marvincruz7803]

@@Fabiana_Gisella Interesting opinion that is mere speculation 🤔

[@Joethemailman]

No you can’t go to law school. No you can’t go for masters. No funding for business.

[@sethwills2436]

Appreciate the advice you have a very good point. I love how cool, calm and collected you are. You really helped calm me down and be prepared to take care of this

[@Astrokeofluck]

Thank you. That's great to hear. Glad it helped!

[@lvmartens08]

"Keep the ball!!!" Own your stuff! Thank you brother for the great episode. I have homework to accomplish now!

[@wam1971]

Have my first appt scheduled with my Case Manager in a couple weeks so watching videos to be sure to not mess myself up and get approved.

[@Astrokeofluck]

How did it go ?

[@wam1971]

It went well!! Was found to be entitled to benefits under the SEH guidelines!!

[@wam1971]

@astrokeofluck I credited @Nicthevet on another of her videos as being highly instrumental for me being prepared for my meeting with my case manager, but I also owe as well because I had started one of your videos first to see what I was up against and in that video (I don't remember the title now) you mentioned checking out her page for more in depth content on VR&E, which I immediately did. So thanks to you as well sir!

[@Astrokeofluck]

Oh yes! She is a great resource. Happy you made it. Good luck going forward

[@Borophyll]

you rock man. Appreciate what you are doing here.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Im here to learn, not to make out with you! 😁

[@Deejay-e2f]

Thank You for your time I putting out this information, I was approved 30 minutes ago!

[@Astrokeofluck]

Awesome! Any specific questions you remember ?

[@Deejay-e2f]

@@Astrokeofluck Yes, I remember being asked how my disabilities affected the job I was previously doing. Also, what area I was interested in getting education for reemployment, did I know the job outlook for that particular field and what was my plan.

[@Astrokeofluck]

@@Deejay-e2f congrats man! What state are you in?

[@Deejay-e2f]

@@Astrokeofluck Charlotte North Carolina

[@MeerkatADV]

Waiting to hear back from a counselor now. Trying to get aviation. Here's hoping.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Good luck

[@DA-br9xd]

Came back here to say that I was just approved for VR&E today. I really appreciate this video, brother, and also appreciate the reference to the other channel dealing with VR&E. I watched a few of her videos too. Keep up the good fight 👍

[@Astrokeofluck]

Happy to hear it. Good luck

[@danbobgolf]

They changed what they called it because “Rehabilitation” or “Rehab” sounded bad. It’s still Vocational Rehabilitation, but the rehabilitation isn’t said anymore.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Ya... maybe

[@christopherneiweem8503]

Appreciate the video. Very monotone, and the VRE videos are good at overviews of this confusing, and adversarial program intake procedures. If I were a veteran reading this read the CFRs like CFR 38 21.50-21.52, things like employment handicaps have to be identified.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Ya unfortunately I was born monotone. I've been working on it lol. CFRs are a must! Thanks for watching

[@Petey.Wheatstraw]

Thank you so much. After watching this video, I feel confident about my upcoming VR&E appointment. Airborne! All The Way!

[@Astrokeofluck]

How did it go?

[@Agapelovealwayz]

I did my VR&E initial appointment on 10/10/24 and was approved on 10/11/24

[@kyletemmen599]

Yooo I submitted in August and still have not heard anything back

[@Agapelovealwayz]

@@kyletemmen599 which state you’re in ?

[@kyletemmen599]

@@AgapelovealwayzArizona

[@Astrokeofluck]

Congrats

[@Astrokeofluck]

You've received no email whatsoever? @kyletemmen599

[@Marcothemillionaire]

I had my approval 3 months ago I cant get my VA counselor to return my call I finally got ahold of her supervisor she told be they was overwhelm with cases

[@Astrokeofluck]

I've had a few people tell me this same story. Have you tried to ask for a new counselor?

[@Marcothemillionaire]

@@Astrokeofluck Update it been 8 months she finally said she wa put min the cyber warrior program I think it'll be 2025 before I go to school fore certificate nation in security plus

[@Astrokeofluck]

@@Marcothemillionaire That is a certificate program? not a degree program?

[@Marcothemillionaire]

@@Astrokeofluck Yeah I know I already have my master in cyber security

[@LoneStarStinger]

For those at higher lvls of disabilities there are a few different tracks besides the one discussed here. I’m applying for the Independent living Track which is for *“Veterans who are not able to work, but need assistance to lead a more independent life.”* Luckily my university apparently has a vrne VA employee on staff. I’m switching from gi bill used at community college to university. It was like the counselors could officially recommend me to choose that, but they definitely gave me the wink wink to switch from gi bill. My only concern is a lower BAH than with the gi bill. I was reassured by vrne that “as long as you have even one day left of your gi bill, it won’t lower housing.” Wish I had gone with them earlier rather than use my gi bill. I think it’s worth it for paying for books/ IT electronic needs. With my health issues I’m not sure I will be successful but this gives me an opportunity to try. Good luck vets!

[@LoneStarStinger]

Couldn’t* officially recommend switching. Meeting with my counselor today. Going to ask about them providing a computer and printer. Bringing IT requirements from the school website. Will update results.

[@Astrokeofluck]

That's great. You should get the same BAH rate. It is nice to have books and IT costs paid for. Those can be hefty charge

[@njpme]

​@@Astrokeofluckhe is lucky. My counselor told me a computer was "recommended" but not required per the school computer requirement. I didn't get it 😂😂

[@Astrokeofluck]

@njpme. You should push harder. Are none of your assignments online? I received a pretty generic computer but it still does the job

[@JourneyOfTheFoolTarot]

Yo!, what?! So do what now? Help Me out I need to reinvent Myself again right about now

[@BarbershopReviews]

Just got passed the first round of someone saying I am approved and entitled to then meet with someone who can then put in my application.... didn't know why I expected the VA to be slightly streamlined. They told me within 10-20 days a counselor should be reaching out. My concern is that I am well passed my 12yr from DOE. I am hopeful that being 100P&T though they can waive that. You example of laborious work and a bad back is spot on for me though! I also only have 21 days of GI Bill eligibility left, so not sure how that all works. If they would give me another 4yrs of education or not.

[@Astrokeofluck]

They will not give you another four years. VRE, generally, adds 12 months to your education benefits. However, since you do have time left on your GI you will get GI BAH rate

[@BarbershopReviews]

@@Astrokeofluck from what I was reading they just changed the rules as well. It is kind of confusing so hoping I understand it right. It won't be helpful for me, but from what I was reading if you use the VR&E benefits first, they will give you up to the amount of GI bill benefits that you have available, so of you have 4 years of GI Bill and or Post 9/11, then you can use up to that amount as well and they will not deduct that availability from the GI bill. It will also allow you to use that GI bill after you finish the VR&E program as well. So in essence one could potentially get 6-8 years of education covered through these programs. I guess the old system the VR&E would take away the amount of GI bill available. I only have like 21 days of GI bill still left in my system, so does not seem like I will be able to do much, but I guess we will see what happens next week during my initial call.

[@Astrokeofluck]

I didn't know they made they change. You still should get a decent amount of time from VRE + your are still eligible for BAH

[@BarbershopReviews]

@@Astrokeofluck talked with my counselor yesterday and she was not optimistic about me getting approved. She stated since I have a bachelor's, own a personal business and don't have any major issues (addiction, legal issues, homeless) that it would be difficult to approve me. Haven't heard for sure, awaiting her response now. Kinda bummed for sure.

[@wisdomgoesforth]

@@Astrokeofluck Are you saying that if you've used up all of post-9/11, you can only go to school for 12 months? I was under the impression that you still could get up to 48 months of benefits from VR&E even if you have exhausted post-911. Please let me know if that is the case.

[@yudivazquez1296]

Thank you for this video. My service connection is truly preventing me from working like I should.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Thank you. I really appreciate that. I wish you the best

[@davidceballos2755]

im going thru it right now. im figuring out what i want to study. im in Dallas Fort Worth if anyone can help me out. single 36 male no kids. i have two dogs. i want to do drones really bad lol.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Have you thought about going to school to be a Drone Pilot ?

[@bradleywhiteside5177]

Aircraft dispatcher. Y’all have one of the top schools out there in Dallas

[@MIZRAIM1906]

I'm about to retire after 24 years... I couldn't work a GS job until 6 months anyway (180 day rule). How can I prove to a counselor that I can't work Career X when I'm literally not allowed by congress to work in the field I was forced to retire from? Thats the point of Vocational Rehab I would think. I can't immediately work doing something I've been doing for 24 years until at least 180 days. I need to do something to help me get another job.

[@Astrokeofluck]

After the 180 days is up you'll still have the same service connected disability. You either can or cannot work in the field due to service connected disability, 180 days or not. If you're asking can the 180 day rule can be used as a justification for VRE, that I'm not sure.

[@Thebootstrapped]

i have my interview tomorrow and im nervous I will say something wrong. My best friend had a horrible experience so not sure what to prepare for.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Get Approved for V&RE (VOC REHAB). Regulations & Rebuttals to know!! TIPS for VETERANS!! VA benefits kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5_VgKWofLxjiJI This may help as well

[@Thebootstrapped]

@@Astrokeofluck Thank you for the information. I have all my notes for tomorrow. my plan to get the job I want, my disabilities and how they affect my work, a few regulations and the purpose of the program.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Good luck

[@kceynelson]

I was a plumber in the army 2014-2018. I’m 80% disabled from the Va. My current job is working for my brothers drywall company. It’s pretty bad on my body and Im pretty limited on what I can do for him. I joined the army to be a plumber but I never did that much plumbing. I want to use vr&e to help me go through a commercial plumbing apprenticeship. I’m worried I will get denied because being a plumber could make my disabilities worse. Does anyone have advice?

[@Astrokeofluck]

Hmmm plumber can be a pretty physical job, I imagine. You don't think it will aggravate your service connected disabilities if dry walking does ?

[@alexmongold2539]

My counselor said that I have to be unemployed in order to be eligible for VR&E. Is this true?

[@Astrokeofluck]

No. Not true. I was not unemployed when I got approved, nor do you have to be.

[@alexmongold2539]

@@Astrokeofluck wow thank you for the response, I appreciate it

[@louishall700]

Folks. Do your self a favor. Research 38 USC, 38 CFR, and M28C before you make that first visit. Remember, the counselors and staff are not your friends. My suggestion from experience is to double-check every word that is uttered for truth. May your path lead to success. Semper Fidelis

[@Astrokeofluck]

Well said

[@aaronalbert8953]

This is really helpful. I have an interview with my vrc next Friday you give me hope I appreciate it.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Best of luck!

[@VocabuLarry85]

Were you approved?

[@bkmarine1]

I'm a 100% permanent and total disabled veteran but currently working with an associate's degree / certification. What would be the likelihood of someone like myself getting approved for reclassifiation in employment?

[@Astrokeofluck]

Very very likely. As long as you can explain why your disabilities have kept you from getting a job or why they make your current job more difficult.

[@bkmarine1]

@Astrokeofluck thank you for the input

[@ronson3161]

Just got approved today. First ray of hope in a long time. Applying is super easy. Don’t wait if you need a change or help finding direction.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Hell ya! Good luck

[@Chogath7]

Do you have any tips for the intitial interview? What questions did they ask?

[@Astrokeofluck]

@@Chogath7 kzbin.info/www/bejne/aF61fH2ba5ugg5Y - Check out this video. Most up to date advice.

[@Chogath7]

@@Astrokeofluck thank you!

[@ronson3161]

What they’re looking for is how your disabilities are making it difficult to do your current field/ how your current field is activating or making worse your disabilities. Once that’s accepted as valid then it will be a matter of the direction you want to go not aggravating/relieving your disabilities or your disabilities not preventing you from performing in that field/position. Mentally you need to get in the headspace that this person is your new best friend. Do what they ask of you sooner than later. Some of them are great, some are not but they are both your key and your gate. It really is a great program, just do your best to give what it asks and it will more than take care of you.

[@richiemarrero2648]

Good advice I appreciate it! I have an appointment with a VocRehab counselor this Friday wish me luck!!

[@Astrokeofluck]

You got it!

[@junkomanzanilla7673]

How did it go?

[@dakotachambers3163]

Ok so I’m wanting to become a firefighter. It’s probably unlikely that VRE would approve for me to go to school for it if my disability is in my back?

[@Anyesthetics-xp2lw]

You have a back injury but you want to be a firefighter and cause more injury to your back? You’re telling them right there that your disability isn’t true.

[@dakotachambers3163]

@@Anyesthetics-xp2lw well my current job is even worse on my back than being a fire fighter, plus my back is only 10% lumbago so nothing serious

[@Astrokeofluck]

That is a tough one. I agree with the comment above. I think you have a lot better chance if you try to go back to school for something that is less physical. Citing back pain and wanting to become a firefighter is going to be tough ground to bridge

[@LuisJavierRuiz]

Thanks for sharing. Super helpful I was curious what would disqualify you from VR&E at the interview level.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nickshazam52]

I’ve already used VR&E once but only for one semester (I didn’t discover it until I was finished and out of my GI BILL). I am ready to go back to school for something else. Can I use VR&E more than once for a different degree?

[@Astrokeofluck]

Were the unused VRE months refunded to your post 9/11 or GI Bill ?

[@WesJacobson-bm1nc]

How could I go about this being 30 percent disabled veteran trying to use voc rehab for ibew apprenticeship program? I right now only have 18 months of my gi bill left because I decided to quit my college program

[@Astrokeofluck]

Do you have a current job? How is your current job being affected by your SCD?

[@carlosjose37521]

If you're wanting to be a union electrician with the ibew. you don't need the GI Bill. I was 10% when I did it 20 yrs ago with very little out of pocket expenses.

[@jessiesineath7702]

I am 60 percent service connected. Is VRE something different than the GI bill? I have a degree that i used my Post 911 gibill with

[@Astrokeofluck]

Yes. Completely different, VRE is an employment program. Do you have any of your Post 9/11 left?

[@jessiesineath7702]

@@Astrokeofluck 1 semester left

[@Astrokeofluck]

VRE is different than GI Bill. Essentially, it will give you an additional 12 months. Since you have time on your GI Bill left you will get the higher MHA rate

[@RandyBenjamin32]

Appreciate the information! What about a 100% P&T veteran interested in this program? Have a BBA in Finance but I’ve noticed my anxiety stemming from my PTSD has been affecting my current job, a lot.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Yes. You are elegible

[@Dilomight]

I got a voc rehab appointment tomorrow for cybersecurity school. Perfect for anxiety disorders, technical behind the scenes type of work rather than being socially savy or public speaking. I’m going with that angle

[@henrylove3849]

​@@Dilomight This is the route I am hoping to take. How did the appointment go if you don't mind me asking?

[@Dilomight]

@@henrylove3849 I had to reschedule, I’ll update with new date and afterwards

[@londonblair9137]

I have 10%, and the counselor I had said he denied me solely because I have a master’s degree in business and administration. He said I was overqualified, I overcame my situation just by my education level alone.…. Where do I go from here?

[@Astrokeofluck]

Ya. That makes it though. The more education you have the tougher it is to get. First, I don't know of anything in the reg that states your ineligible if you have a masters degree. Second, I would try to get your disability rate increased then try again

[@Thebootstrapped]

well just finished the interview. Luckily I had a polite lady. I really dont have high hopes I will be approved by the way she was talking. She did say she wont make a decision for at least 2 weeks which threw me off, I swore I read they have to make a decision by the end of the interview.

[@Astrokeofluck]

What sorts of things was she saying ? No they do not need to make a determination by the end of the interview. Two weeks is a long time though

[@Thebootstrapped]

@Astrokeofluck she brought up my rating 3 separate times and said if she denied me this time to wait until my other claims go through so my disability is higher and will most likely be approved. Also she wants to review complete medical history.

[@Astrokeofluck]

What is your %?

[@jazzjackson9875]

Good stuff brother… exactly what I was looking for🙏🏽

[@Astrokeofluck]

Might help as well TIPS that will get you approved for VR&E! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aF61fH2ba5ugg5Y

[@jazzjackson9875]

@@Astrokeofluck just watched it! Excellent Presentation ✊🏾

[@Astrokeofluck]

Good luck

[@danielmontalvo5034]

what if after you separated you been unemployed the entire time. How can one talk about how a member wants to "Get out of XX to get into YY" would we just paint the picture of the job during active duty and how we dont want to do that and we want to do XYZ

[@Astrokeofluck]

Well the fact that you don't have a job could be due to your SCD. Do your currently qualifications allow you to get a job that doesn't aggravate your SCD?

[@danielmontalvo5034]

yes I do. the entire time I been working on it. Enrolled in an MBA, studying for my PMP. Also took a few other certifications. I want to say I am marketable for sure, but I am trying to enroll in Voc rehab to help. I am sure there is a job out there like a boring slow-paced office job that would not aggravate my SCDOr some low 17-22 $ an hour job that would hire anyone. Although I wouldn't be happy with it. lol I don't see myself as marketable currently for the career and payscale I am striving for to include not aggraving SCD . @@Astrokeofluck

[@Astrokeofluck]

You should try applying. You can't score if you don't shoot

[@askingnothing]

Quick question. I applied for vr&e and ended up talking to a voc rehab counselor. I got approved to attend a certain collage but If I decide to attend liberty instead do I have to go through vr&e application all over to get approved?. Thanks❤

[@Astrokeofluck]

Yes, I believe so. I believe you will basically have to get that 'education track' approved via your counselor. I'd save your time and money, don't go to Liberty.

[@askingnothing]

What school would you recommend?. Would it be better to just go to a community collage?. Also what's your experience with voc rehab?

[@Astrokeofluck]

Search R-ATP schools on Google. There will be an FAA website that pops up. Those are all approved R-ATP schools. See if there are any near you@@askingnothing

[@ix-Lucky-xi]

Might be an ignorant question, but what if you don't currently have a career/employment but are/will be utilizing GI Bill for education for future career?

[@Astrokeofluck]

Can you be more specific with your question? Is this in regards to getting approval?

[@jahjohnson31]

I have a 90 percent on my disability what are the chances they help me

[@Astrokeofluck]

Great chance. Just articulate why you need the help and you're probably a guarantee

[@leighabenson4892]

I’ve got an appointment Monday! I have my masters degree but need specialize certifications/more focused schooling for the career I want, (business but want to be a business analyst). 🙏🏻🤞🏻 Here goes nothing.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Good luck!!

[@ameerskater]

did it work for you ??

[@leighabenson4892]

@@ameerskater nope :( they basically told me because I have a masters degree already, I should be highly marketable so they couldn’t justify paying for another degree for me but offered employment help.

[@ameerskater]

@@leighabenson4892 Dang.. sorry to hear that

[@Astrokeofluck]

I thought that might be a difficult path, but at least you tried

[@imjustafan773]

I’m scheduled for nov 14 and want to use it for film school

[@Astrokeofluck]

Best of luck

[@Retro_luigiboy]

How did it go? I have it this Thursday December 14, I’m nervous af

[@soldiermedic81]

suh dude. Have my appointment on the 23rd of this month. Wish me luck.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Hell ya. You got it!

[@Astrokeofluck]

Worth watching as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aF61fH2ba5ugg5Ysi=PSCkL74WgupSmiLv

[@NatashaRaisorGlam]

Thank you, for this advice. I got approved today.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Love that! Send an email to [e-mail] with your experience and any information that you think would be good for other veterans to know !

[@Linxs718]

What if you already obtained your degree from VR&E, but want to switch professions? This is my case. I’d like to get approved for my new career because it’s something I enjoy doing.

[@Astrokeofluck]

That is going to be tough. You've already signed paperwork in the past saying you are 'rehabilitated". The things you would have think about/answer are - How has your situation changed? Why is the job you were rehabilitated for no longer a fit for you? Have your SCD gotten worse? Can you not find work?

[@Linxs718]

@@Astrokeofluck perfect way of thinking. I’m all over it. Thank you so much.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Update on this: The key is that you would have to be able to show that the disability, in which you were rehabilitated for, has worsened in that you can no longer do that job that you were initially rehabilitated for.

[@PhoenixRisen33]

I inquire about VR&E at my local VA Hospital? Or a number to call? Im in Kansas City.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Just type in VR&E - VA in Google www.va.gov/careers-employment/vocational-rehabilitation/

[@parismccauley3291]

How long does it typically take to hear back when u get approved

[@Astrokeofluck]

Within a day or two in most cases

[@brandonbrackett6784]

Hello counselor, My Burmese python is daring you to deny my application

[@Astrokeofluck]

Exactly

[@mattrellabennett6572]

Should I list my legal issues on my questionnaire

[@Astrokeofluck]

Do they ask about it?

[@Retro_luigiboy]

I have my appointment this Thursday and I’m so nervous. Is it hard? I’m currently in school for Electrical Engineer for my Bachelors, but I have 2 weeks left on Gi Bill

[@Astrokeofluck]

How did it go?

[@Retro_luigiboy]

@@Astrokeofluck it went well

[@shanny933010]

@@Retro_luigiboywill they pay for you to finish school?

[@Retro_luigiboy]

@@shanny933010 yes they will. Did you ran out of GI bill?

[@QuartySkillz]

I work part time and I am a full time student. Will I be denied because of this ?

[@Astrokeofluck]

No. I was working full time and going to school full time when I was approved

[@EugenePawley]

Are you about to use the voc rehab benefit if you are 100 p and t?

[@Astrokeofluck]

I'm not understanding. Can you explain ?

[@Fly14bis]

Are these meetings in person or can they be done over video call? I am currently overseas but wanted to get the ball rolling already instead of wasting these 2 coming months till I get back home

[@Astrokeofluck]

Virtually

[@manny6255]

Is it true you have to be fired first or quit before you're accepted into the program? That's what my counselor told me I was denied for

[@Astrokeofluck]

No. Not true. I had a job when I was accepted

[@williamcote3453]

Hey man feel free to pick me apart. c-130 loadmaster, ETS in a month trying to apply for VR&E for a commercial pilot program. Already being in mil aviation, applying for another aviation program on the outside. How would you approach a new program if the possible future employment may stress existing disability?

[@Astrokeofluck]

Have you had your first meeting?

[@FrankKritzman]

What year did you go through EOD school?

[@Astrokeofluck]

*Dive school 2011

[@FrankKritzman]

@@Astrokeofluck Right on man. I asked because I saw the coin. I was an EOD instructor in 2018-2021, worked with a lot of navy cats.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Hell ya. That's awesome. Small world

[@ut_punkn1859]

I used Voc Rehab for Gunsmithing School and then again for Machine school. Now I work for a firearm Manufacturer. About to tap in to it for a 3rd time to get my BBA and then use my GI Bill for my MBA.

[@Astrokeofluck]

That's awesome. Do you reapply each time or stay in the program?

[@ut_punkn1859]

@@Astrokeofluck you have to reapply each time.

[@Astrokeofluck]

That's what I thought. Awesome that you've gotten approved so many times

[@thesoundsofconsciousness499]

Practical advise. I dig it

[@Astrokeofluck]

Thank you doctor

[@jesusgonzalez2689]

Can’t hear you in the back

[@Astrokeofluck]

I'll speak with my big boy voice from now on

[@radtrad1401]

Does it matter what type of career you want to go for? Like I’m trying to be a philosophy professor at a college. Are they gonna be like nah bruh you were a marine you’re dumb as a box of rocks.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Stupid is as stupid does brother. You can get approved for anything career, as long as you can show future employability

[@SceneBreh]

So for the job part that affects my disability can i talk about my job in the marine corps? Or do i need to have a job after that? Cause in my situation i have wasted about 2 years gi bill since i been out. And how much does vre cover if approved? I heard you keep your leftover gi bill and get bah is that true? Good video!

[@Astrokeofluck]

@scenebreh What are you currently doing, school ? VRE essentially adds 12 months to your education time. You will get BAH as long as you have time left on your Post 9/11, at least one day.

[@Dopevibesx]

Thanks for breaking this down Barney style 🙌 keep the shiny ball !!

[@Astrokeofluck]

You bet!

[@alma574]

Is there a video that can assist on how to quickly gather the information for the WEAMS and Labor packet after getting the initial approval? These usually include finding links for job offers in the fields you want to go in as well as finding and inputting the data such as what is the outlook for your job in the future (the % of growth etc...) I don't know if every VR&E counselor has different versions of these packets. Anyone that has already filled out those final packets for your educational plan approval is appreciated.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Currently, I do not have a video for that. A very helpful resource for me was bls.gov

[@Kingbrandon290]

Hey I am trying to apply for education benefits. I sent a lot of information on why. Like why the current career field exacerbates my injuries. Had 16 jobs in the last 5 years. I resigned due to my disabilities being exacerbated and they are documented. I was unemployed and homeless Which exacerbated injuries sustained in military Explained that the skills I required which were all exacerbated disabilities, in each job Quoted EEOC, ADA and the Rehabilitation Act in my numerous emails as well as retaliation Explain why cybersecurity and law will be more beneficial and the only option Took onet It confirmed that cyber and law and other interesting fields align with me Came up with an education plan for this Long term benefits And market analysis Explained why state funding is not helpful and that is circumventing legal responsibility Explained me being entitled due to being a veteran Also filed an internal complaint. My question is this viable information and what other source of info do I need?

[@Astrokeofluck]

Seems like you have it pretty well covered. It you currently do not have work you are pretty much a shoe in for the program. Make sure you stress your SCD and why they have enabled you from getting work. What pain are the causing? Why you couldn't/can't work in past jobs that you have done? Why your goal will not worsen your SCD? Make sure you are ready to answer those questions as well.

[@randyblackwolf]

Upon further watching of this video, it's like prepping for the murder board for your pin. Go into that meeting and know your shit, and get approved. Got it, it clicked shipmate

[@Astrokeofluck]

Hooyah Good luck

[@AndrewCasteel-nk8ve]

Does being a felon disqualify you from anything with the VA?

[@Astrokeofluck]

As far as education benefits, no. You can be on a felony conviction and still use your education benefits while incarcerated. Other things, such as pension and disability compensation aren't as guaranteed.

[@parismccauley3291]

❤❤❤😂u funny too I loved it , Def reading the comments like ?? But I understand I’m more confident now TY

[@Astrokeofluck]

lol thank you. Good luck

[@christina9238]

how about those of us who have been unemployed for some years? I went to cosmetology school on my gi bill years ago and I cant perform that do to the physical demands...but how would I explain the years of being unemployed due to mental health struggles?

[@Astrokeofluck]

I would say just be honest. If your are unemployed, or have periods of unemployment, I'd so your actually more likely to be approved for the program. This is exactly who, and what, the program is intended for!

[@stevenmejia4982]

Just makes since. Time to get some.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Get it

[@granthoyt5291]

Burmese pythons and shiny balls, the assurance I didn't know I needed ;) On a more serious note thank you for the great words of encouragement and breaking down the interview process. Do you mind if I ask what you applied for as a career track and how you managed to balance the pitch of "my disability handicaps my employability this way however, I would be a great fit because.." ? I have an interview next month and I fucked up the initial by misinterpreting it as trying to expand on the negatives of my disabilities as if I were submitting a claim with the idea that I'd be showing the counselor "look how fucked I am, I really need this." Obviously I was not only misinformed but, wildly unprepared but, by a stroke of luck I was given another shot and now I'm feverishly working to not make the same mistakes. Any personal experience on your end going through it you'd feel comfortable sharing would be greatly appreciated!

[@Astrokeofluck]

@granthoyt5291 let's take advantage of that stroke of luck. "How my disability handicaps my employability" - This should reference your CURRENT employment situation. How does your current situation affect your service connected disability?Not how your SCD effects your employability on a general basis. If you don't currently have a job, how has it affected you in getting a suitable job? "How I would be a great fit" Whatever you plan on using VRE for, why is that career path a better fit for your and your SCD? For example, if you have back problems and are currently working construction. You would can to speak on why you can't do construction anymore because of your back. Instead, you want to use VRE to get a degree in business so you're doing less manual labor, which will be more favorable to your back.

[@granthoyt5291]

@@Astrokeofluck so it’s not so much as avoiding the idea of being employable per se as I initially thought but more so, “yeah I’m employable but currently with these limited opportunities for me and/or my current line of work and their lacking in compatibility with the parameters of my disability, I would be better suited as -insert profession here- and that is why this program would be so beneficial to allow me the resources necessary to get there” if I’m reading that right? Like that’s the pitch you should present along with a supplementation of research on the position, timeline, requirements, feasibility, etc. ?

[@Astrokeofluck]

Yes. You don't have to be completely unemployable because of your service connected disabilities. If your service connected disabilities effects your in your current job ( i.e. it makes it more difficult for you to do) you're a candidate for VRE

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Is that a crab on the paddle? 🦀

[@Astrokeofluck]

Well done, sir

[@gustafcarl2274]

@@AstrokeofluckI went to school.. Doubled on CONUS IEDs.. thanks for what you’re doing now. Waiting on the VA to get back to me on the VR&E haha

[@Astrokeofluck]

@@gustafcarl2274 Have you applied?

[@Astrokeofluck]

@@gustafcarl2274 Have you heard back?

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Thanks for the advice

[@Astrokeofluck]

No problem!

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Good stuff thanks man

[@Astrokeofluck]

You bet

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[@Astrokeofluck]

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I should play this right before bedtime. I'll never have trouble sleeping again.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Happy to help, brother!

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What about those immigrants With different immigrant status ?

[@Astrokeofluck]

You were in the US military?

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@@Astrokeofluck no!??

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​@@Chamouskissnot qualified then

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[@Astrokeofluck]

No problem

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Short and sweet

[@Astrokeofluck]

😎

[@numbbane]

Am I the only one who thinks he's talks very slow. I mean I've already put it on x2 speed and I still think he's slow

[@Astrokeofluck]

Definitely been told that a time or two or three

[@numbbane]

@@Astrokeofluck hey greatly appreciate you actually reading the comments and responding. I definitely didn't mean to insult you. 😅 But other than that it was a really good video!

[@Astrokeofluck]

lol no worries man. I appreciate the feedback. It's definitely something I've tried to improve on

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[@PhoenixRisen33]

I inquire about VR&E at my local VA Hospital? Or a number to call? Im in Kansas City.

[@Astrokeofluck]

Just type in VR&E - VA in Google www.va.gov/careers-employment/vocational-rehabilitation/