In short
Veterans can enter trade apprenticeships through Helmets to Hardhats, a program that connects service members and veterans with union building trades apprenticeships, or apply directly to any registered apprenticeship. Eligible veterans can use GI Bill benefits during an approved apprenticeship or on-the-job training program, receiving a monthly housing payment on top of apprentice wages. Some programs give credit for related military training.
Check your GI Bill eligibility
See the VA's page on on-the-job training and apprenticeships.
Create a Helmets to Hardhats profile
The program connects veterans with building trades apprenticeships.
Ask about credit for military training
Bring your training records.
Apply to registered programs
Search Apprenticeship.gov.
Military skills that carry over
- Electrical and generator work
- Vehicle and diesel maintenance
- Construction and engineering units
- HVAC and refrigeration
- Welding and machining
Find programs for veterans
Tell us your trade and ZIP and we will send options nearby.
Straight answers
Can I use the GI Bill for an apprenticeship?
Eligible veterans can use benefits in VA-approved apprenticeship and on-the-job training programs.
What is Helmets to Hardhats?
A program that connects military service members and veterans with careers in the construction trades.
Do I get credit for military training?
Some apprenticeship programs give credit. Ask the sponsor.