Supported by grants from JPMorgan Chase & Co. and the Schultz Family Foundation, Onward to Opportunity – formerly known as the Veterans Career Transition Program – utilizes an online learning platform to help active duty, selected reserve, veterans, and military spouses learn business, technology, and customer service skills to accomplish their personal and professional goals. Participants may choose to work towards one of our supported industry certifications administered by globally recognized organizations. O2O combines industry-validated curricula, strong partnerships, and comprehensive career coaching and employment services support to align program participants with civilian job opportunities.

• Free opportunity that does not utilize educational benefits
• Assistance preparing for recognized industry certification exams
• Connection to veteran service organizations (VSOs) and private sector companies committed to hiring and training veterans and military spouses

Features of Participation Include:

The O2O will fund one industry certification per participant, provided the individual completes the required coursework, practice exam requirements, and, if applicable, meets the certifying agency’s eligibility requirements.

• Each participant is assigned an IVMF Advisor or Installation Coordinator to assist them as they navigate through the program.
• Job seekers receive comprehensive career coaching services from Hire Heroes USA, while pursuing interview opportunities with industry leaders committed to hiring veterans and military spouses.
• Participants receive non-credit certificates of completion from the Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University upon course completion.

Learn more about O2O’s Learning Pathways.