1. LICENSING, CERTIFICATION AND APPRENTICESHIP INFORMATION
ELEMENT 5:
LICENSING, CERTIFICATION AND APPRENTICESHIP INFORMATION

2. WHY ARE CREDENTIALS IMPORTANT?
Employers may choose to hire only employees who have certain credentials.
Credentialed service members demonstrate that their skills are on par with civilian counterparts.
Certain credentials could also lead to pay raises.

3. 2 TYPES OF CREDENTIALS
LICENSING
CERTIFICATION

4. LICENSING
Governmental agencies grant licenses to individuals who practice a specific occupation.
State or federal laws or regulations define the standards that must be met.
Licenses are typically mandatory.
May increase the chances of employment

5. CERTIFICATIONS
An award showing you have specific skills or knowledge in an occupation, industry or, technology.
Typically an optional credential, but may be required by some employers.
Individuals with predetermined qualifications can be granted certificates.
May increase chances of employment

6. WHAT ABOUT APPRENTICESHIPS?
Provide relevant education to a specific occupation
Provide paid on the job training
Provide an affordable path to good jobs and careers

7. GI BILL UTILIZATION Can be used for certificate programs
Can be used for licensing and certification tests
Application and renewal fees are not typically covered.
The VA’s website includes information and important forms involving eligibility and aid.
Check eligibility at

8. LOCAL RESOURCES
Jacksonville Vet Center Phillips Highway Jacksonville, FL
Department of Veterans Affairs Intake Site - NAS Jacksonville
Department of Veterans Affairs Regional Benefit Office Bay Pines Blvd. St. Petersburg, FL

9. USEFUL LINKS O*NET – www.onetonline.com Navy COOL – www.cool.navy.mil
USMAP –
Career OneStop –
DOL Apprenticeship Program –

10. LET’S WRAP IT UP! Credentials help you stand out.
The two primary types of credentialing are licensure and certification.
An apprenticeship is a good way to gain get paid and attain relevant knowledge for a specific occupation.
Utilize available resources