DOD SkillBridge

Are you getting out of the military and looking for a new career? Through NAUI's participation in the DOD SkillBridge Program, you can use your G.I. Bill^®  to become a dive professional at a VA-approved testing center. As a NAUI VA testing center, Waterdogs SCUBA & Safety is proud to offer this program.

What is SkillBridge?

SkillBridge is an excellent opportunity as you plan for your life after the military. SkillBridge matches civilian opportunities to your job training and work experience at the end of your military duty. In addition to opportunities such as Tuition Assistance and the G.I. Bill^® program, you can enhance your marketability and career prospects through this program.

Any rank, enlisted or officer, may apply for SkillBridge. SkillBridge permits you to use up to the last 180 days of service to train and learn with an industry partner. During SkillBridge participation you continue to receive military compensation and are covered by your military benefits. Release for SkillBridge is always mission-dependent, and your unit Commander must authorize participation prior to entering into any agreement with interested industry employment partners.

There are many industry partners with opportunities in a variety of fields, such as energy, information technology, manufacturing, retail, transportation, civil service, and more. 

More Information

Go to the Authorized SkillBridge Organizations to learn about existing opportunities.

For more information regarding the program, please visit DOD SkillBridge.

Contact Ray Reneau at creneau@naui.org if you're ready to apply.