Military Service to Education | Washington Career Paths

Welcome to Military Service to Education!

Key Details of Military Service to Education:

Collaboration: The program is a joint initiative between the Governor’s Office, the State Board of Community and Technical Colleges, and the Garrison Command.
Objective: The main goal of Military Service to Education is to help service members create a pathway to employment as they transition from military service to civilian careers.
Eligible Schools: The program targets schools that are located within 25 miles of a military installation.
Programs Offered: These schools identify existing programs where service members can earn an employable certificate in 6 months or less. The emphasis is on courses that quickly lead to employable skills, which is critical for service members as they prepare for civilian life.
Course Completion During Duty Day: Service members can request permission from their commanding officer (CO) to participate in these programs during their duty day. This is specifically for the 6 months prior to their ETS (Expiration Term of Service) or retirement date.
Memorandum of Agreement (MOA): Transitioning service members can apply for a MOA to enroll in these programs, which allows them to complete their coursework while still on active duty.

This program is designed to smooth the transition for service members, offering them certifications and skills that are directly applicable to civilian job markets.

If you'd like more details on the specific schools or programs included, or other aspects of how Military Service to Education works, click here for further information.

Links to get started:

Kitsap Naval Base, Contact Olympic College's Veterans Services Office to get started

Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) Resources

Veteran Students

Tuition Waivers:Eligible Veterans or National Guard Members (tuition)

Frequently Asked Questions

File your FAFSA:
- Contact the Military Service to Education POC for your school (listed below) to check your eligibility to access Workforce Retraining dollars that may pay for your classes, books, and/or gas.
- Attend GoArmyEd 101 (at Stone Ed) if using Tuition Assistance.
Operation GoodJobs (Goodwill) and Career Path Services are partners with Military Service to Education offering job assistance and funding. Career Path Services will assist in paying for short-term training and certification programs. Qualifications are 12 months from ETS date, be Pierce Country or JBLM resident, transitioning service member. This is WIOA funding.

The certificates featured in the Military Service to Education program are offered by Washington State’s community and technical colleges through their campuses or online. Therefore, they are open to all applicants, including spouses who may also be eligible for Worker Retraining funding in certain cases. What Military Service to Education offers transitioning service members is the opportunity for time off during their last 6 months of duty to attend classes.

Make an appointment for the Military Service to Education Lab at https://stone_education.timetap.com (Choose option 6)
The Military Service to Education lab will cover instructor guided information and assistance with the process and components of the Military Service to Education program, including:

packet for command approval
industry and college program research
overview of funding options
direct connection with Military Service to Education college representatives

Walk-in service will be available for members with completed packets to receive commander’s memo.

For in-depth education counseling or to begin the MOA process make an appointment with an Education Transition Counselor at the Stone Education Center.

Military Service to Education School Points of Contact

BATES TECHNICAL
Shondea Chapman,
Worker Retaining Specialist
253-680-7127
schapman@batestech.edu
CLOVER PARK
Timothy J. Guntle,
Resource Navigator,
253-589-5503,
timothy.guntle@cptc.edu
GREEN RIVER
Tatyana Levchuk,
Workforce Education Coordinator,
253-833-9111,
tlevchuk@greenriver.edu
HIGHLINE
Kendall Evans
206-592-3095
keevans@highline.edu
PIERCE
Diana Baker,
Worker Retraining Manager,
253-912-3641,
dbaker@pierce.ctc.edu
SPSCC
Veteran's Office
360-596-5262
TACOMA
Adam Meyers,
Workforce Education Navigator,
253-460-3803,
ameyers@tacomacc.edu

COVID-19 Update

Washington’s community and technical colleges continue to serve students, communities, and employers across Washington state. We’re just doing things differently.

Our colleges have moved a majority of services and instruction online to create social distancing and help slow the spread of COVID-19. Some Military Service to Education colleges do have hybrid certificate programs that have some instruction that needs to be done in person rather than online. Please check with the college of your interest to see how they are continuing with instruction.