The transition from military service to civilian life is filled with possibilities. However, it also comes with certain challenges, most notably finding a new career. For Army veterans, the healthcare field offers a unique opportunity to use the skills cultivated over the course of their service while stepping into roles that make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Many service members find that moving into healthcare roles not only aligns with their sense of purpose but also provides an outlet for the talents they already have. And with the right training and resources, this can translate into a long and rewarding career.
At Advanced eClinical Training (ACT), we are committed to supporting active-duty service members in the Army (and beyond) in achieving their professional goals through flexible, accessible, and impactful medical training programs. From making it easier to afford your education through military-sponsored financial assistance programs to providing online courses that fit demanding schedules, we’re here to make the transition to your next chapter as smooth as possible.
Healthcare Careers for Transitioning Service Members
Benefits of Online Training for Military Personnel
Funding Options for Your Healthcare Education
Transitioning to Civilian Life With ACT
Healthcare Careers for Transitioning Service Members
For many service members, the transition from military service to a civilian career can be a daunting prospect — especially if you aren’t sure how the skills you’ve developed in the Army will transfer to a new field. One sector that values the discipline, adaptability, and sense of purpose that years in the military instill is healthcare. And with the growing demand for skilled professionals in the medical field, training and certification programs can open doors to a rewarding new career where you can continue to make a difference.
These programs provide specialized training that helps veterans and transitioning service members become certified medical professionals and land entry-level roles, like medical assistant, phlebotomy technician, or patient care technician, by focusing on building the skills and knowledge needed to excel in medical settings.
Plus, one of the greatest advantages you have as a service member is access to military-sponsored resources that can help fund your medical training. Programs like the Army’s Credentialing Assistance (CA) initiative cover tuition and fees for approved training courses, ensuring affordability and minimizing financial stress.
Benefits of Online Training for Military Personnel
For active-duty soldiers — especially those stationed overseas or far from campuses that offer the type of medical education desired — balancing career development with the demands of your service can be a challenge. Online training programs offer a solution that helps overcome these challenges by providing opportunities to grow professionally while leaving space for you to honor your existing responsibilities.
Flexibility to Fit Any Schedule
Military life often involves unconventional hours and strict adherence to duties, making it difficult to commit to traditional in-person classes. Thanks to 24/7 access to course materials, online training courses, like the ones offered by ACT, allow you to learn at your own pace, on the schedule you choose. This flexibility ensures that no matter the demands of your schedule, you can still work toward a career in healthcare.
Access from Anywhere in the World
Service members who are stationed overseas or far away from college or university campuses often face barriers to accessing continuing education opportunities due to their location. Online programs remove these obstacles, offering the same high-quality instruction and resources to students worldwide.
Expanded Course Options
Online training provides access to a wide range of certification programs that may not be available locally. Expanded availability means that you can pursue specific interests and career paths, tailoring your education according to your professional goals and interests.
Opportunities for Connection & Collaboration
Despite being physically distant, online learning environments create opportunities for networking and collaboration with a wider base of people. You can engage with classmates, instructors, and mentors via online forums and interactive discussions. The connections you make provide a strong support system and foster a sense of community, even across great distances.
Funding Options for Your Healthcare Education
Pursuing a civilian healthcare career is a meaningful investment in your life after service, and a variety of funding options are available to help make it an affordable one. By taking advantage of military-sponsored benefits, you can focus on your education without taking on any additional financial burdens.
The Army CA program is an invaluable resource for soldiers looking to sharpen and enhance their skills and earn professional certifications. This program covers the costs of approved credentialing courses, books, and exam fees — up to $4,000 annually. With this support, active duty Army personnel can more easily transition into healthcare careers. At ACT, this benefit is enough to cover the entire cost of your chosen training program, including all course materials plus the certifying exam.
Transitioning to Civilian Life With ACT
Making the move from military service to a civilian career is a milestone that comes with significant career changes. That’s why we’ve partnered with the Army to help alleviate the stress that can come with finding and training for a new career.
This collaboration ensures that service members just like you have access to the types of training programs that will help you prepare for and earn the qualifications needed for a variety of healthcare jobs. By tapping into the Army CA program, you can get certified for high-demand roles, gaining both technical skills and a competitive edge in the job market.
Thousands of service members have already used CA benefits to transform their futures. For example, medics transitioning out of active-duty service might enroll in our online medical assistant (CCMA) training program to brush up on and formalize their patient care and clinical skills. By earning a nationally recognized certification like the CCMA distinction, these individuals are better positioned to secure a new healthcare role in a variety of different settings — from hospitals to specialty practices.
Ready to take the next step toward a civilian career in medicine? Whether you’re interested in medical assisting or physical therapy, we have programs that can help you get the start you need — browse our courses or enroll today.
