VA Training Programs
Explore approved VA Program training options in cybersecurity, IT, project management, AI, and related technical fields.
VA determines individual eligibility and benefit coverage. ATA can help you identify approved training options and next steps.
Explore Training Areas
Applied Technology Academy offers hands-on, instructor-led training programs for eligible students using VA education benefits.
Whether you are using Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits, Veteran Readiness and Employment benefits, or Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance, our team can help you review ATA’s approved training options and understand what information may be needed before enrollment.
IT & Networking
Build foundational and advanced technical skills in networking, systems, cloud, and IT infrastructure.
Project Management
Penetration Testing
Hands-on offensive security training for students pursuing practical cyber skills and certification pathways.
AI & Machine Learning
Emerging technical training focused on AI concepts, tools, workflows, and applied use cases.
Advanced Cybersecurity
Develop defensive, analytical, and operational cybersecurity skills aligned to real-world security roles.
Approved VA Programs
IT & Networking | 14 Programs
CompTIA Network+
Cisco Certified Network Associate – CCNA
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals – AZ-900
ENCOR – Enterprise Network Core Technologies
ITIL Foundation (Version 5)
Advanced Cybersecurity | 11 Programs
CompTIA Security+
ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional – CISSP
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst – CySA+
CompTIA SecurityX
ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional – CCSP
Penetration Testing | 2 Programs
CompTIA PenTest+
EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker – CEH
Project Management | 6 Programs
Certified Scrum Master
CompTIA Project+
PMI Agile Certified Practitioner – PMI-ACP
PMI Certified Associate in Project Management – CAPM
PMI Project Management Professional – PMP
Data & Emerging Technology | 3 Programs
CompTIA Data+
CompTIA DataAI
CompTIA DataSys+
How to Get Started
- Review approved ATA training options
Explore programs by training area, certification path, or career goal. - Confirm your VA education benefit eligibility
VA determines individual eligibility and benefit coverage. - Connect with ATA
Our team can help you review approved training options and discuss enrollment next steps. - Prepare enrollment information
If applicable, gather your Certificate of Eligibility, benefit details, or counselor information before enrollment.
Official VA Education Benefit Resources
- Check VA education benefit eligibility – https://www.va.gov/education/eligibility/
- Apply for GI Bill® benefits – https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/
- Apply for DEA / Chapter 35 – https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/education-and-careers/dependents-education-assistance/
- Use the GI Bill Comparison Tool – https://www.va.gov/education/gi-bill-comparison-tool/
- Learn about VR&E / Chapter 31 – https://www.va.gov/careers-employment/vocational-rehabilitation/
Start Your Next Step
Your benefits are designed to move you forward. The right training helps you do it with confidence.