Educational and career counseling (VA Chapter 36)

Personalized Career Planning and Guidance (PCPG), or VA Chapter 36, offers free educational and career guidance, planning, and resources to Veterans and their dependents who are eligible for a VA education benefit. Find out how to apply for this program if you’re leaving active service soon or have been discharged within the past year.

Am I eligible for educational and career counseling?

You may be eligible for these services if one of these is true for you.

• You’ll be discharged under conditions other than dishonorable from active duty within 6 months, or
• You separated from active duty under conditions other than dishonorable not more than 1 year ago, or
• You qualify as a Veteran or service member for educational assistance under a VA educational program, or
• You’re a service member, Veteran, or dependent currently eligible for VA education benefits