Do you need to brush up on your networking and research skills as they relate to veterans' benefits? Maybe you have a new co-worker who needs to learn how to find resources to offer veterans who come to your office? NVTI's Basic Veterans' Benefits (VB) course might be just the resource for you both!

The VB course is offered entirely on-line and is a self-paced training which provides general information about VA benefits and programs. The course is not intended to make any service providers an expert in VA benefits, but rather gives a working knowledge about what is available and how to access it. The course includes reading and research assignments, quizzes, an on-line discussion board and a final exam.

Individual times to complete the course varies. Some participants complete it in as little as 6 total hours, others may need up to 20, depending on workload, etc.

DVOP/LVER, VETS, WIA or other employment service staffs are eligible to complete the course at no charge. Other Federal, military, State, county and local government employees may complete the course on a space-available basis at a tuition fee of $65 per person.

Upcoming course dates are June 13-24, July 11-22 and September 12-23. Each session is limited to 20 participants. First come, first served!

For more information, contact Larry Guerrero at NVTI.

Course Requirements:
1. Computer access - Windows 98, 98 NT or later or MacOs 7.5.1 or later (call for other system requirements)

2. Internet Service Provider

3. Email Account

4. Java Enabled Browser (recommend Microsoft IE 3.0.2 or higher)

Recommend Adobe Acrobat Reader (free download)