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SSI Military Programs
Scuba Schools International is honored to support Active-Duty Service Members, Veterans, and our respected Training Centers through the opportunities offered by the GI Bill® certification/license reimbursement and the Department of Defense (DOD) SkillBridge program.
How Does it Work?
First: As the veteran make sure to check your current GI Bill status at https://www.va.gov/education/eligibility/ to make sure you have remaining allotment left.
Second: Sign up for a free account on https://www.divessi.com and affiliate with the Training Center of your choice to work with.
Third: Complete the training/certification process with the Scuba Schools International Training Center. Get a copy of your certification received as well as a copy of the invoice you paid for the certification.
Approved certifications and reimbursement amounts can be verified here: https://inquiry.vba.va.gov/weamspub/buildSearchCountryLCCriteria.do (search for SSI course names under Certifications)
Fourth: Complete the attached form VBA-22-0803 with the information from the invoice and certification. Mail to the corresponding VA facility mentioned at the bottom of the form for your area.
Veterans
Earn recreational and professional diving certifications using your GI Bill® benefits, either for recreational diving or to become a dive professional. Becoming a SSI Professional will open the doors to our global job locator and placement.
Active Duty
The DOD SkillBridge Program and GI Bill® benefits allow you to easily transition into becoming a SSI Professional to lead in the scuba industry worldwide!
Gain certifications and valuable trainign and experience at SSI Training Centers all around the world while on Active Duty during your terminal leave with the DOD SkillBridge program.