For Military Personnel

JSOM

The Journal of Special Operations Medicine is the Official Recommended Journal of the IBSC. Learn more about it JSOM.

VA Benefits

IBSC/IBSC exams have been added to the list of certifications approved by the Veterans Administration to receive reimbursement for the cost of the IBSC/BCCTPC Exam.

Additional information can be found at the VA Benefits website.

The GI Bill can be beneficial to veterans who are trying to receive an education. Click on this link to review 6 ways to maximize your GI Bill benefits: GI Bill.

The COOL Program

The Military COOL program helps service members compete for civilian jobs by pay for Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL). This initiative assists service members to transition to and be more competitive in the civilian workforce.

More information and reimbursement options can be obtained at ARMY COOL

More information and reimbursement options can be obtained at USAF COOL

More information and reimbursement options can be obtained at USMC COOL

More information and reimbursement options can be obtained at NAVY COOL

The US Army is not affiliated with the IBSC and does not endorse its services. Additionaly the Department of Defense and the Department of the Army are neither affiliated with nor endorse the IBSC