VA Form 22-1990s
Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance Program (VRRAP) Application
Who fills it
veteran
Journey phase
Education & Training
Estimated time
20-30 minutes.
When to file
Before starting your retraining program. Note: check if VRRAP funding is still available - it is a capped program.
You are an unemployed veteran (not receiving VA education benefits, unemployment insurance, or pension) and want to retrain in a high-demand field.
Gather before you start
—DD-214 or service records
—Confirmation you are not currently receiving other VA education benefits
—Confirmation you are unemployed (not receiving unemployment insurance)
—High-demand occupation you plan to train for
—VA-approved training program for that occupation
Attach with the form
—DD-214 (if not on file)
Section I - Veteran Identification
Blocks 1-5Name, SSN, DOB, addressPII
Your identifying information. VRRAP is for veterans only (not active duty or dependents).
Example
(legal name, SSN, address)
Common mistakes
- Applying while receiving other VA education benefits - VRRAP cannot be used simultaneously with other VA education programs.
- Applying while receiving unemployment insurance - ineligible while receiving UI.
Section II - Training Program
Blocks 6-10High-demand occupation and approved training program
Identify the specific high-demand occupation you are retraining for and the VA-approved training program. VA maintains a list of approved VRRAP programs at va.gov. Not all programs qualify - the occupation must be on the Bureau of Labor Statistics high-demand list.
Example
e.g., Cybersecurity analyst (BLS occupation code); CompTIA Security+ certification program at Phoenix College.
Common mistakes
- Enrolling in a program not on the VA-approved VRRAP list - VA will not pay for unapproved programs.
- Expecting VRRAP to cover a 4-year degree - VRRAP is specifically for shorter retraining programs.
Authority
38 USC 3011 - Chapter 30 educational assistance basic entitlement.
Section III - Certification
Blocks 11-12Veteran signature and datePII
Sign and date certifying you meet the eligibility requirements.
Example
(signature/date)
Common mistakes
- Not verifying VRRAP funding availability before applying.
Statutory & regulatory authority
38 USC 3011 - Chapter 30 educational assistance basic entitlement.