The information is provided to assist veterans in both understanding their rights and responsibilities when applying for Federal employment. The Vocational Rehabilitation and Counseling Program provides a comprehensive program of vocational rehabilitation assessment and services for veterans who have incurred or aggravated a physical or mental disability while in the armed forces of the United States. Veterans who have the potential to become employed are assisted in making viable occupational choices, and if necessary, are provided the skills needed to qualify for suitable employment. The Department of Veterans Affairs administers a number of educational benefit programs for eligible service members, veterans, and dependents. As an integral part of these benefits, educational and vocational counseling is available to help the individual to choose a vocational direction or area of study and select a school or other facility which the person might attend to achieve the chosen goal.
Counseling is provided by qualified counselors and is offered at no charge.
The Vinland Employment Program is a free benefit for Unemployed Veterans. This is a terrific resource to help unemployed or under-employed veterans overcome barriers and return to work. The Employment Program typically involves a three-week residential stay with weekend passes and other off site options. Vinland is located 25 miles west of Minneapolis on beautiful Lake Independence. Al has helped hundreds of unemployed veterans sort out where they are, where they've been and, most importantly, where they want to go.