NEWS AND HAPPENINGS WITH VIP

Take a look at some of the newsworthy items for the VIP program.

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 23 students begin UA VIP career training

More than half of all veterans say finding a job was the most challenging aspect of transitioning out of the military, according...

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VIP program provided Army Sgt. a direct path to a UA welding career

The United Association Veterans in Piping program put Army Sgt. Joshua Schacht on a direct path to a career in the pipe trades...

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UA VIP students will begin HVAC training for civilian careers

Life’s about to get pretty interesting for the students in Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 19.

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UA journeyman owes the start of his civilian success to UA VIP program

For Army Sgt. 1st Class Michael Hall, the welding training he received through the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP)...

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Fort Campbell UA VIP welding grads will soon begin civilian careers

The graduates of Fort Campbell Welding Class 19 stand at the precipice of lucrative and rewarding civilian careers in the pipe...

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3 common mistakes to avoid when transitioning out of the military

Your ETS date is on the calendar. You’ve served your country, and your time is almost complete. What’s next?

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How to use your GI Bill benefits after leaving the military

The Post-9/11 GI Bill is a generous education benefit provided to any veteran who has served on active duty for at least 90 days...

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The UA VIP’s guaranteed advantage over other Skillbridge DOD programs

Skillbridge DOD programs provide on-the-job training and work experience while you are still in the military in preparation for a...

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HVACR VIP Program Offers Endless Opportunities for Apprentice

Scott Hale, an HVACR apprentice with Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 296, Boise, ID, was a Combat Engineer in the Army for eight...

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UA VIP JBLM Welding Class 27 students begin civilian career training

The students who just began Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 27 will soon gain foundational skills to begin a welding...

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