The Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act (USFSPA), 10 U.S.C. 1408, accomplishes two things: It recognizes the right of state courts to distribute military retired pay to a spouse or former spouse (hereafter, the former spouse), and It provides a method of enforcing these orders through the Department of Defense. The USFSPA does not automatically entitle a … [Read more...]
Special Hiring Authorities for Military Spouses and Family Members
Family Member Appointing Authorities are not an entitlement. Knowing about these authorities and identifying your eligibility will enhance your job search. Check vacancy announcements, which should clearly state "Who May Apply." Military Spouse Appointing Authority allows agencies to appoint a military spouse without competition. Agencies can choose to use this … [Read more...]
MyCAA FACT SHEET
The Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts Program (MyCAA) is a career development and employment assistance program sponsored by the Department of Defense (DoD). MyCAA helps military spouses pursue licenses, certificates, certifications or Associate's Degrees (excluding Associate's Degrees in General Studies, Liberal Arts, and Interdisciplinary Studies that do not have a … [Read more...]
The Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) Program
The Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) Program is an employment assistance program that provides up to $4,000 of financial assistance to eligible military spouses who are pursuing a license, certification or Associate’s degree in a portable career field and occupation. MyCAA Program Basics The MyCAA Fact Sheet explains: Who is eligible to participate … [Read more...]
Military Benefits
From pay to the GI Bill, from VA home loans to health care, your military service has earned you valuable military benefits. Whether you're on active duty, a veteran or retiree, we make using your military & Veteran benefits easy. Army Navy Air Force Marine Corps Coast Guard National Guard Army National Guard Benefits Reserve Benefits Reserve Pay Benefits Veterans … [Read more...]