Veteran Education Resources:
America's Job Center of California
America's Job Center of California (AJCC) is the local One-Stop Center within the County of Kern which serves as the recruitment and training center for local employers and job seekers. AJCC provides basic training courses and also partners with Employers' Training Resource (ETR) for more in-depth training courses. Our many services include:
- Assisting job seekers: providing no-cost training, job placement services and other job-hunting resources. Including veteran programs.
- Assisting employers: providing applicant recruitment and screening as well as a variety of other services.
- Assisting youth: providing no-cost training as well as other resources.
- "Back-to-Work Center" located at 1405 Commercial Way, Suite 120 in Bakersfield.
Fresno County Library
Fresno County Library in conjunction with the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet), Fresno County Public Library is pleased to help veterans and their families. Please visit the Veterans Resource Center located inside the Central Branch Library
and the Betty Rodriguez Branch Library.
Our heroes can learn about state and federal education, employment, housing, health, disability and other benefits that may be available to them and their families.
Call (559) 600-7323 (Option 4), to schedule a one-on-one consultation with trained volunteers, many of whom are veterans themselves or who have had professional experience assisting veterans, or just drop by. Veterans Resource Center hours are found here.
Warrior Getaway
Warrior Getaway establishes a single capability that serves as a trusted and reliable resource for the military community to quickly locate service organizations that satisfy their needs, identify academic programs they are interested in and easily find employers seeking their valuable skills. Warrior Gateway was launched as a web portal with a searchable resource directory by keyword and geographic location that continues to grow and expand today. New features and continued development has helped Warrior Gateway grow into the best virtual community center for service members and veterans available today.
Real Warriors
RealWarriors.net is a web site dedicated to assisting in the recovery of wounded and injured veterans – including those experiencing TBI and PTSD. Get connected to an outreach center or the Military Crisis Line. Get assistance finding employment RealLifeline Initiative; connect to the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) http://www.benefits.va.gov/VOW/tap.asp ; Job Accommodation Network (JAN) http://askjan.org/ ; the National Resource Directory www.nrd.gov.
Hire a Hero
Hire a Hero is an organization dedicated to connecting veterans with military friendly employers. Create an account and upload your resume or browse through the website for posted positions in all areas. Pin point your search by using the advanced search options available.
Warriors to Work
Warriors to Work is a program that provides career guidance and support services to wounded warriors, their families, and caregivers interested in transitioning to the civilian workforce. They match your skills and experience to the needs of hiring managers.