Whether you served or supported a spouse who did, you've developed valuable skills and experience along the way. Per Scholas provides dedicated training, career support, and resources to help you turn those skills into new opportunities in an in-demand civilian career.
The qualities that shape the military community are also at the heart of how Per Scholas works:
Get hands-on training in a focused, structured learning environment.
Learn alongside a community that works together and supports one another.
Bring the focus, commitment, and drive you already have.
Turn your experience into in-demand skills and a rewarding civilian career.
From training through the job search and beyond, Per Scholas gives military-connected learners and their spouses the skills, guidance, connections, and ongoing support to move confidently into a civilian career.
Get hands-on training and industry-recognized certifications at no cost to you.
Work one-on-one with a dedicated career coach on your resume, interview skills, job search, and more.
Access job opportunities and employer networks that recognize the value military-connected talent brings.
Get support for personal, financial, and wellness goals so you can stay focused on your career.
Per Scholas is an approved DoD SkillBridge provider, giving eligible service members the opportunity to gain in-demand skills and prepare for a civilian career during their final months of active duty.
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Software Development
Build the websites and applications people use every day. In 15 weeks of no-cost, hands-on training, learn to develop websites from front to back, use AI tools to write and debug code, and complete a capstone project you can show employers when applying for entry-level software development roles. Prepare to earn GitHub Copilot Fundamentals and Introduction to Generative AI badges at no cost to you. These badges help demonstrate your AI-assisted development skills.
Information Technology (IT)
Solve the everyday technology problems that keep people from getting their work done. In 15 weeks of no-cost, hands-on training, learn to set up and troubleshoot computers, software, servers, and networks, and manage support requests using AI and ServiceNow. Prepare to earn CompTIA A+ and the Google AI Professional Certificate at no cost to you. These credentials help show employers your practical IT support and workplace AI skills.
Cloud & DevOps
Help keep the cloud services behind websites, apps, streaming, and online banking secure and available. In 15 weeks of no-cost, hands-on training, learn to build, protect, and support AWS cloud systems for entry-level cloud support roles. Prepare to earn the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification at no cost to you. These help show employers your foundational cloud, security, automation, and AI knowledge.
Critical Infrastructure
Help keep data centers and other essential facilities powered, cooled, and running safely. In 15 weeks of no-cost, hands-on training, learn to operate and troubleshoot HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and control systems. Prepare for entry-level critical facilities roles and EPA 608 and safety certifications at no cost to you. These credentials help show employers you are ready to work safely around essential building systems.
Cybersecurity
Protect the computer systems, networks, and data organizations depend on from cyberattacks. In 15 weeks of no-cost, hands-on training, learn to secure systems, investigate threats, and use AI to analyze security events for entry-level cybersecurity roles. Prepare to earn CompTIA Security+, Splunk Core Certified User, and Google AI Professional credentials at no cost to you. They help show employers your cybersecurity, security-monitoring, and workplace AI skills.
Critical Infrastructure
Work behind the scenes to keep the servers, networks, and physical systems that power cloud services, streaming, online banking, and AI running around the clock. In 15 weeks of no-cost, hands-on training, build core IT support skills and apply them to data center equipment, power, cooling, and security systems. Prepare to earn CompTIA A+, Google IT Support and AI Professional, OSHA 10-Hour, and NFPA 70E credentials at no cost to you. These credentials help show employers your IT support knowledge, workplace AI skills, and readiness to work safely in data center environments.
Information Technology (IT)
Solve the everyday technology problems that keep people from getting their work done. In 12 weeks of no-cost, hands-on training, learn to build, configure, and troubleshoot computers, software, wired and wireless networks, cloud technology, and Windows Server systems. Prepare to earn CompTIA A+, Google, and Microsoft Azure credentials at no cost to you. These help show employers your practical IT support, networking, and cloud skills.
Critical Infrastructure
Install and maintain the cabling that keeps businesses, networks, and data centers connected. In 11 weeks of no-cost, hands-on training learn to install, test, and troubleshoot copper and fiber-optic cabling and document support work using AI and ServiceNow. Prepare to earn OSHA 10-Hour and NFPA 70E certifications at no cost to you. These help show employers your workplace and electrical safety knowledge.
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See how veterans built on their military experience with Per Scholas training and support, and found new careers where they can thrive.
IT Implementation Analyst at Tenaris
Once I got into my first network administration position, it was everything I was looking for in an IT job, and it was all things I learned hands-on at Per Scholas.
Program: End User Desktop Support
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Service Desk Analyst, Tier 1 at Advent Health
It blows me away how much it feels like the people of Per Scholas truly care about us. We're not just another number to them. They actually want us to improve the quality of our lives. I'm so grateful for it. It's hard work, but it feels good to work hard when people support and celebrate you.
Program: End User Desktop Support
Location: Orlando, FL
Network Operations Center Engineer at National Grid
I feel very fortunate to have had this training. It's so necessary to give folks a chance in a career field they didn't think was an option.
Program: Systems Administration
Location: New York, NY
Your Questions, answered. From SkillBridge and GI Bill benefits to military spouse eligibility, Guard and Reserve support, and making training work with your transition, get answers to the questions military-connected learners ask most.
Currently, Per Scholas is a GI Bill® approved provider in New York, Ohio (specifically Cincinnati), North Carolina, and Texas (specifically Dallas). We are in the process of gaining approval at additional campuses and will update this information as new locations are approved.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by the VA is available on the official U.S. government website.
Currently, Per Scholas is not an approved VET TEC provider. We are in the process of gaining approval and will update this section as new information becomes available.
Yes. Per Scholas is a DoD SkillBridge approved provider. You can find more information on the SkillBridge website by searching for Per Scholas.
Yes. We welcome military spouses to apply for Per Scholas training. We are also a member of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP).
Yes. Per Scholas has a long history of supporting the military community, including members of the Guard and Reserve. We have signed the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Statement of Support. Our learner agreement also takes into consideration circumstances Guard and Reserve members may experience while participating in training.
No. You do not need an IT-related MOS, AFSC, or career rating to participate in our training. If you do have an IT background, you may be eligible for more advanced courses.
Yes. If you are recently separated or retired and have scheduled VA compensation and pension appointments, your instructor and our Learner Support team will work with you so you can attend those appointments.
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