The Veterans Technology Program is a non-credit certificate program offered by the School of Information Studies at Syracuse University. This free program is available to both employed and unemployed, post 9/11 veterans with a minimum of a high school diploma, and is comprised of four certificates, VET 1: Career Skills for Global Enterprises, VET 2: Microsoft Office Fundamentals, VET 3: Applied Education, and VET 4: Applied Practicum. The courses are delivered entirely online, enabling veterans to participate from any location and access their coursework at any time.
By participating in this program, Veterans have the ability to:
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Receive an overview of various information technology or operations industries, including a number of career paths.
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Create a development plan specific to personal skill-sets, interests, and goals
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Gain an understanding and insight into the corporate culture of globally distributed companies – including effective communication, decision making, and conflict management.
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Learn to effectively prepare for and execute a job search including company research, resume and cover letter writing
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Receive a technical education in a specific concentration of their choice, and where applicable, acquire industry certification
The Veterans Technology Program is presently underwritten in its entirety by JPMorgan Chase & Co. It is free of charge to all admitted veterans and military personnel, who have served on active duty post 9/11/01.
Additional information regarding the application, including requirements, can be found at the Apply webpage.