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Today’s military spouses are generally skilled, diverse, and motivated, with sound work values and a strong work ethic – characteristics highly valued by America’s top employers. Military spouses are also young, tech-savvy, mobile, and often more educated than their civilian counterparts Military Spouse Career Advancement Account (MyCAA)
Provides up to $4000 for military spouses for training or education in many portable career fields; some rank restrictions. Does not need to be repaid Military One Source Spouse Career Center
Offers military spouses education and career opportunities to support their pursuit of careers. SCC Consultants empower military spouses to become competitive, “job ready” applicants via the following services: Career Counseling, Education Counseling, License/Credential Information, Coaching and Advice, Job Application Assistance, Resume Assistance, Interview Preparation, Child Care Referrals, and Transportation Options. The SCC utilizes existing relationships and resources such as the Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP), USAJOBS.gov, and CareerOneStop. For more information and assistance, visit the website or call 1-800-342-9647, 24/7 Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP)
MSEP develops partnerships with local, national and international businesses to support the workforce needs of both the military spouses and the companies with which it partners. The Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP) is a targeted recruitment and employment solution for spouses and companies that prepares military spouses to become competitive, “job ready” applicants and connects military spouses with employers seeking the workforce skills and attributes they possess MilSpouse eMentor Program
An online community where military spouses can receive personalized career guidance, advice and support from more experienced military spouses. Representatives of military-spouse friendly firms also participate as "corporate mentors" who can assist spouses seeking stable employment with an opportunity for upward mobility Military Spouse Accredited Financial Counselor® Fellowship
Provides the education necessary to enter the financial counseling career field. Upon successful completion of the program and required practicum (which can often be done at the base Airman and Family Readiness Center), the participant will be awarded the Accredited Financial Counselor® designation. Announcements and applications are generally on the National Military Family Association website in late winter each year (search for Fellowship on the website) H&R Block Military Spouse Scholarship Program
Provides military spouses a full scholarship to the Income Tax Course registration/tuition. Any I.D. holding military spouse of an active, retired or reserve military service member is eligible. Enroll by calling 1-888-412-7880 or by contacting a district office in the area Non-Competitive Appointment of Certain Military Spouses, Executive Order (EO)13473
Official website provides a good overview. Interested spouses should contact the Civilian Personnel Office (CPO) of the Department of Defense (DoD) agency for which they are seeking employment for specific procedures. Fairchild AFB CPO is 509-247-4313 The Military Spouses Residency Relief Act (MSRRA), Public Law 111-97
Gives military spouses some of the same residency and domicile benefits as servicemembers: this may impact voting, state income taxes, vehicle registration and driver license. The legislation does not apply to dependent children. The law is complicated and fact specific, and because its effect will depend on the interpretations of each state, spouses are encouraged to seek free, confidential advice from a legal assistance office. The Fairchild AFB Legal Office phone number is 509-247-2838 Effects of Relocation on the Careers of Military Wives
Capstone project by Master's student at Fairchild AFB, also a military spouse. Study reviews relevant literature and presents survey results. Military Spouse Career Center Military Spouse Corporate Career Network (MSCCN) MSCCN Work From Home Overseas Employment Resources for Families of U.S. Citizens Employed Abroad
Link contains information from the U.S. Department of State
Also, visit the Airman and Family Readiness Center at your overseas location  Magazine
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