Earn Industry Credentials with Army-Funded Training
The Army Credentialing Assistance (CA) program provides eligible Soldiers with up to $4,000 per year in career training benefits. Start preparing for civilian life by earning nationally recognized certifications in in-demand career fields.
Eligibility Requirements
You qualify for Army CA funding if:
- You meet basic Federal TA eligibility requirements
- You are not flagged under provisions of AR 600-8-2
- You are not contracted ROTC scholarship cadet or Green to Gold ROTC cadet
- You can complete your credential course before separating from the Army
Choose Your Certification Course
Clover Park Technical College offers dozens of Army CA-approved courses that will help you enhance your professional skills and earn civilian credentials. With 100% online training opportunities, you can learn from anywhere, anytime. Popular courses include:
- Medical Billing and Coding (CBCS, CCA, CPC)
- Certified Personal Trainer (NASM)
- AWS System Operations
- Cisco CCNA
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Human Resources Professional (PHR)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
How to Get Started
- Select an Army CA-approved certification training course
- Visit the ArmyIgnitED website to verify eligibility and to apply for Army CA funding: https://www.armyignited.com/app/
- If you have trouble with your application, please contact your ESO.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Certification-focused Training courses, Study Guides, Materials, Textbooks, Exams, and Recertifications are all a part of the covered costs from Army CA Funding.
Many military and civilian business sectors have developed industry-recognized certifications to ensure their workforce is equipped with adequate skills and specialized knowledge. In addition, certifications are often seen as the benchmark needed to enter and advance in specific industries. You can prepare for career advancement or a transition with courses that align with certifications. Gaining these certificates now can offer a smoother transition into civilian employment or advancement opportunities in your military career, allowing you to translate your military experience onto your resume.
This program features many career specialties that you can explore like IT, Business, Healthcare, etc. These areas are intended to enhance your current skill set or develop needed skills to advance in a civilian career.
Eligible Soldiers can apply for Army CA funding immediately. The Army CA program launched in 2020 and is now available Army-wide.
TA cannot be used for a lower or lateral degree from what a Soldier already possesses. On the other hand, Army CA funding can be requested for training that leads to (or renews) a new or additional credential, license, or certification.
Yes, Soldiers may combine Army TA and Army CA funding. However, the combined funding cannot exceed the $4,000 annual limit.