You served. Now build the career that comes next.
Earn an industry standard CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification in 10 to 15 weeks, hybrid or fully online, from San Diego's premier VET TEC 2.0 provider.
Mandatory for enrollment. Live online, no registration required.
Eligibility is determined by the VA, not by ICOHS College.
Next session · Every Tuesday
Information Session
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Learn about what VET TEC is, the two programs ICOHS College offers, online vs. hybrid learning, housing allowances, and more. Plus a live Q&A to answer your specific questions.
You must attend an information session to finish your application.
For eligible participants, the VA may pay:
Amounts and coverage are set by the VA and may change. ICOHS College does not guarantee funding.
*Enrollment in VET TEC 2.0 is subject to the availability of VET TEC funding.
A premier career college, small enough to know you by name.
ICOHS College is a private, non-profit career college in Downtown San Diego, preparing students for professional careers since 1984. We are a faith-based institution where education is measured by the career it opens for our students, providing hands-on training designed around the skills employers hire for.
Five steps to your first day of class
- 1
Attend an Info Session
Every Tuesday, 4:00 PM Pacific, online. Get your questions answered first.
- 2
Decide
Choose your program, whether you take classes online or hybrid, and your start date.
- 3
Apply
Start your VET TEC 2.0 application.
- 4
Submit Documents
DD-214, VET TEC 2.0 COE, photo ID, proof of education and resume, through our secure link.
- 5
Enroll & Verify
Start class, then verify your enrollment with the VA each month to keep your housing allowance.
Not sure you qualify? Check your VET TEC 2.0 Eligibility.
Two specialized modules designed for VET TEC 2.0 students
Built to prepare you for the CompTIA A+ or Network+ exam, the industry standard for working IT professionals, while teaching you the essential skills needed for a career in technology.
CompTIA A+ Module
Certification preparation: CompTIA A+
Foundational IT support — hardware, operating systems, troubleshooting and help-desk fundamentals.
Become an IT Support Specialist, Help Desk Technician, Field Service Technician, Desktop Support Specialist
View program details →CompTIA Network+ Module
Certification preparation: CompTIA Network+
Networking fundamentals — infrastructure, configuration, and network troubleshooting.
Become a Network Technician, Junior Network Administrator, NOC Technician, Systems Support Specialist
View program details →*Enrollment in VET TEC 2.0 is subject to the availability of VET TEC funding.
Looking at a different program?
Other ICOHS College programs, including associate degrees, aren't VET TEC 2.0 approved but may qualify for other VA benefits.
See other VA benefitsVA funded housing allowance, paid directly to you
After you are enrolled, we certify you to the VA. Once processed, your allowance is sent to you after the month ends. You must verify your enrollment with the VA every month in order to receive your allowance.
Enrolled
Start date
Your class begins.
ICOHS certifies
After orientation
We report your enrollment to the VA.
VA processes
VA timeline
The VA reviews and approves it.
You verify
Every month
Confirm your enrollment with the VA.
VA pays
After month ends
Housing allowance is paid for the month you finished.
Your first payment is usually not in your first month. Plan for it.
Not sure where you land? Get in touch with our team.
Email the ICOHS College VET TEC 2.0 support or join a weekly Information Session. The best way to get in touch with ICOHS Staff is through email—to schedule a call, start by reaching out to our email address.
- Email: vettec@icohs.edu
- Information Session: Every Tuesday, 4:00 PM Pacific, online. Join the session
VET TEC 2.0 at ICOHS, answered
About the program
About the program
VET TEC 2.0 (Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses) is a workforce development program administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and delivered at ICOHS College. It helps eligible veterans gain technology skills, earn industry certifications, and move into IT work.
The purpose is employment, not simply finishing classes or passing exams. Career preparation starts in your first week. Alongside your coursework you work with Career Services on your resume, your LinkedIn profile, and interview practice.
ICOHS College is a nationally accredited vocational college headquartered in San Diego, California. We provide career-focused education for employment in high-demand industries.
No. VET TEC is a separate VA education benefit with its own eligibility rules and funding structure. The VA decides who is eligible. Unlike traditional education benefits, VET TEC is built specifically to prepare veterans for employment and career advancement.
If you would rather use a different VA education benefit, that is a separate route through our regular programs. Email vettec@icohs.edu and we will point you the right way.
No. VET TEC 2.0 works differently from Chapter 31 (VR&E), so do not expect an individual VA counselor. ICOHS College handles the school side of your enrollment and certification. Questions about your own VA eligibility or payments go to the VA directly.
Yes. VET TEC 2.0 funding is capped nationally, with a limit on the number of funded participants. ICOHS College cannot guarantee a funded seat, which is why enrollment in any session depends on VET TEC 2.0 funding being available when your enrollment is processed. The most useful thing you can do is complete your application, documents, and agreement promptly.
Both the CompTIA A+ and Network+ programs are available either entirely online or by hybrid learning.
You will not be able to switch from online to hybrid (or vice versa) after you begin coursework. If you want to switch your mode of delivery before you begin, please contact our team at vettec@icohs.edu immediately.
Online virtual learning is currently unavailable for Georgia and New York residents.
The two approved programs
- ITF 100, Information Technology Fundamentals. Foundational IT knowledge plus the first part of A+ Core 1: hardware fundamentals, basic networking, operating systems, software installation, security awareness, cloud concepts, professional communication, and troubleshooting method.
- PC 101. Completes Core 1 and begins Core 2: PC components, building and upgrading computers, mobile devices, printers, networking hardware, Windows installation and configuration, and hardware troubleshooting.
- PC 102. Completes Core 2: advanced Windows administration, Linux and macOS fundamentals, software troubleshooting, security best practice, malware removal, operational procedures, documentation, and customer service.
- NET 101, Introduction to Networking. Networking fundamentals, TCP/IP, and network configuration.
- NET 102, Advanced Networking Concepts. Wireless networking, network security, and infrastructure support.
Cost, tuition and funding
It is not free, but if you are eligible and enrolled through VET TEC 2.0, the VA pays ICOHS College for your tuition, so you do not pay tuition yourself. Your Enrollment Agreement still shows the program's cost because we are required to disclose it.
No. There are no traditional textbooks to purchase. Everything you need is built into your learning platforms: CompTIA, uCertify, VitalSource, and Canvas. The content is developed by the platform providers and aligned directly to the certification objectives, so it stays current.
You can find physical third-party books, but they are optional, purchased on your own, and their chapters will not match your modules one to one. Follow your Canvas modules.
Yes, at no additional cost, subject to program requirements and academic readiness. See Certifications and exams below for when each voucher is released.
No. VET TEC 2.0 programs are short term and do not qualify for federal financial aid or the FAFSA, and our need-based scholarship does not apply to VET TEC 2.0 students. The program is funded through your VET TEC 2.0 benefit.
Technology you need
Yes. A laptop or computer is required, because all of the learning happens on your device, and it needs to be ready by the first day of your program.
ICOHS College does not provide laptops for VET TEC students, so you will need your own before you start. If you will not have one in time, tell us and we can move your enrollment to a later session to give you time, subject to seats and funding.
One of the following:
- Windows 11 or newer, Intel i5 or Ryzen 5 or higher, 16 GB RAM, SSD storage
- Apple M-series Mac, 16 GB RAM
Chromebooks are not supported. Reliable high-speed internet is required.
You can use any device with an internet connection and a browser for general work, but you still need a machine that meets the specification above for the labs and course software.
Canvas is your learning platform, with CompTIA, uCertify, and VitalSource for course content, and Microsoft Teams for the weekly live sessions. You will be given an ICOHS College email account, which becomes active around your orientation and is where all official communication goes.
Contact
Email vettec@icohs.edu for everything: application questions, documents, your upload link, your Enrollment Agreement, orientation, start dates, delivery options, VA certification, and housing allowance questions about your enrollment.
Weekly VET TEC 2.0 Information Session: every Tuesday, 4:00 PM Pacific, from this site. The best place to get your questions answered live before you apply.
For questions about your own VA eligibility or payment amounts, contact the VA directly. Those are the VA's decisions, not the school's.
Still have a question?
Email the VET TEC 2.0 Committee at vettec@icohs.edu.
Ready to take the next step?
Join a weekly Information Session, or start your intake form today.
Mandatory for enrollment. Live online, no registration required.
ICOHS College does not guarantee funding or employment. Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Eligibility for VET TEC 2.0 is determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. *Enrollment in VET TEC 2.0 is subject to the availability of VET TEC funding.