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A blanket Tuition Assistance (TA) ETP remains in effect for courses starting through 30 Sep 2022 if a Soldier has technical difficulties submitting TA for a course prior to the start date and are otherwise eligible for TA.
Credentialing Assistance (CA) Requests for courses with an FY22 start date MUST be submitted in ArmyIgnitED NLT 2359 EST 31 Jul 2022. Requests for FY22 start dates submitted after 31 Jul 2022 will be rejected.

ArmyIgnitED Phased Go-Live Instructions!

Effective 19 July 2021, ArmyIgnitED went live for Soldiers at all locations. Click HERE for detailed information regarding the Go-Live and the ETP that will remain in effect for Tuition Assistance requests (if needed).  For a listing of Education Institutions available to request TA in ArmyIgnitED, click HERE.

Tuition Assistance (TA)

While ArmyIgnitED functionality is being updated, you can still use TA through the Blanket Exception to Policy (ETP) by enrolling in courses directly at your education institution (EI). Talk to an Army Education Counselor about ETP TA. We are here to help you navigate through the ETP TA process.

Army TA funds Soldiers' voluntary postsecondary education, enabling them to complete college classes and earn degrees. Postsecondary education increases the professionalism and readiness of the Force, and supports Army Talent Management.

What is Paid For?

  • Up to 16 Semester Hours (SH) of tuition; $250 per SH, up to $4000 per fiscal year
  • Soldiers may use both Federal TA and Credentialing Assistance (CA); however, the combined usage shall not exceed the $4000 fiscal year limit

Participant Eligibility

  • Not Flagged
  • No TA Grade Point Average (GPA) hold
  • Completed Professional Military Education (for respective degree level)

 

Create/Manage Your ArmyIgnitED Account

 

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Credentialing Assistance

The Army Credentialing Assistance (CA) program increases the Soldier’s value to and competitiveness of the Army through helping Soldiers attain industry recognized credentials. Credentialing Soldiers improves Army readiness through retention of quality Soldiers, enhances Soldier career progression, and provides Soldiers with skills and capabilities reflective of civilian qualifications. Funding is provided for voluntary off-duty courses and/or exams leading to an industry-recognized academic or vocational credential listed in the Army COOL website.

What Is Paid For?

Credentialing Assistance will pay for all necessary books, supplies, and associated materials required for an approved training course and/or exam. Soldiers may use both Federal Tuition Assistance (TA) and Credentialing Assistance (CA); however, the combined usage shall not exceed the $4,000 fiscal year limit. 

Participant Eligibility

  • Soldiers must meet basic Federal TA eligibility requirements
  • Soldiers cannot be flagged under provisions of AR 600-8-2
  • Soldiers cannot be a contracted ROTC scholarship cadet (receiving tuition and fees or room and board) or Green to Gold ROTC program cadet
  • Soldiers must have enough time remaining in service to complete the credential before separating from the Army

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Resource Documents

  • Education Center Contact Information
  • Soldier Checklist Blanket ETP Tuition Assistance
  • Blanket TA ETP FAQs
  • Creating a Student ArmyIgnitED Account
  • CA Application Checklist.pdf
  • Approved Vendor List
  • Questions to Ask Vendor.pdf
  • Creating a Vendor ArmyIgnitED Account
  • CA FAQs.pdf
  • 2022 CA Start Dates Calendar

Policy Documents

  • CA Implementation Guidance.pdf
  • AR 621-5.pdf
  • HQDA EXORD 163-18 Credentialing Assistance Implementation.pdf
  • Update to TA Guidance 14JUN22.pdf
  • CA Aviation Funding Policy for AD Soldiers 20 Jan 20221
  • Army Credentialing Assistance Policy 11 May 2022.pdf

Army Tuition & Credentialing Assistance

Phone:
(210) 466-0470
Email:
usarmy.jbsa.imcom-hq.mbx.g1-aces@army.mil

Contact Your Education Center for Blanket ETP Tuition Assistance

Soldier Checklist - Blanket ETP Tuition Assistance

Soldier Checklist - Credentialing Assistance Request

Become A Credentialing Assistance Training Provider!

Click HERE

For the Vendor CA Process Guide!

For More Information about ACCESS, Army University:

Click HERE

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