CDL Training for Veterans: Grants & GI Bill® Benefits
Assistance for Military Vets
Transitioning from military to civilian life can be challenging, especially when finding a new career. Your military skills can easily translate into a rewarding trucking career, and Apex Technical Institute is here to help you through this transition. The trucking industry offers job security and competitive pay, with over 260,000 truck driving jobs expected to open in the next decade.[1]
Veteran’s Benefits for CDL Training
At Apex, we are committed to helping veterans maximize their benefits, including the 9/11 GI Bill® and other funding programs. We work with you to navigate options like Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), KANSASWORKS, KC Scholars, and the Full Employment Council (FEC), which are designed to help you secure training and financial assistance.
Financial Aid Programs
- Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E): Provides training, job accommodations, resume development, and more.
- KANSASWORKS: Helps with job search and training, offering grants for specific careers in Kansas.
- KC Scholars: Offers scholarships, financial incentives, and support for low-to-moderate-income students.
- Full Employment Council (FEC): Provides on-the-job training in trucking with pay while you learn.
Our team is here to guide you through applying for these programs and help you choose the best option for you and your family.
Why Choose Truck Driving?
Trucking is one of the most secure industries, with the job never being outsourced. Full-time drivers enjoy benefits like health and life insurance, 401k, pension plans, and paid time off. Average starting pay is over $64,510 in the first year, and you can use your GI Bill® benefits to boost your earnings. Additionally, trucking offers excellent flexibility, with many students securing jobs that allow them to be home every day. These jobs are in demand, and training is quick.
State Certified 3rd Party CDL Examiner
As Licensed CDL Examiners, we make it easy for veterans nationwide to get their CDL licenses. We can test students here on campus from almost any state, meaning students from all over the country can attend our courses and return to their home state with a new CDL license. Additionally, as an approved Post-Secondary Training facility by the Kansas Board of Regents, our graduates receive the highest quality education possible.
Veterans, ready to use your benefits for CDL training? Contact Apex Technical Institute at (913) 361-5984 or visit us in Kansas City to learn about veteran assistance programs and start your career in trucking!
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
[1] Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Heavy and Tractor-trailer Truck Drivers,
at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/transportation-and-material-moving/heavy-and-tractor-trailer-truck-drivers.htm