- No Cost Program
FREE Coursera Career Certificates for Veterans
Industry-recognized online career certificates — free for military service members and spouses.
Transform Your Skills, Transform Your Future
Veterans Transition Support partners with Coursera to give veterans, active duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, and military spouses free access to professional career certificates for one full year. These are real credentials from top universities and companies like Google, IBM, and Meta — the same certificates civilian professionals pay hundreds of dollars for. At no cost to you.
Ongoing Enrollment Available
The Veterans Transition Support (VTS) “No Cost On-Line Professional Development” program offers unparalleled opportunities for:
- Veterans
- Active Duty Service
- Members
- Reservists
- National Guard
- Military Spouses
You can access Coursera.org specialization and certificate courses free for one year through the VTS online program. This initiative empowers you to build upon your military experience, acquire new skills, and earn certifications from top colleges and organizations.
Why Veterans Choose VTS Coursera Program
Through VTS, you get 12 months of free access to Coursera’s full catalog of professional certificates and specializations. There are no exams, no prerequisites, and no cost. You learn at your own pace, on your schedule, from your phone, tablet, or computer. Certificates are recognized by employers across every industry and can be added directly to your LinkedIn profile and resume the day you earn them.
- Learn from Google, IBM, Meta, University of Michigan, Duke, and more
- Earn certificates in as little as 2–6 months
- Study at your own pace — no class schedule, no deadlines
- Add credentials to your LinkedIn profile and resume immediately
- Completely free for qualifying veterans and military families through VTS
Featured Courses for Veterans
Your Coursera access pairs perfectly with these free in-person and live Zoom programs available through Veterans Transition Support.
No Cost OSHA 10 Safety Training
Get your OSHA 10-Hour General Industry certification at no cost. Live instructor-led training in San Marcos, CA for veterans, active duty service members, reservists, and military spouses. Taught by OSHA Authorized Outreach Trainers. Employers across construction, logistics, and manufacturing require this certification.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB)
A 5-day intensive live course giving you hands-on experience with the process improvement tools used in manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and operations. LSSGB certification is recognized by employers nationwide and is one of the most valuable credentials a veteran can hold in quality and operations roles. Taught live on Zoom by VTS instructors.
FREE Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (LSSYB)
A free 1-day live instructor-led course covering the fundamentals of Lean Six Sigma process improvement. Topics include Kaizen, A3 problem solving, value stream mapping, and waste reduction. The Yellow Belt is the entry-level LSS certification and a strong foundation before advancing to the Green Belt. Free for all qualifying veterans and military family members.
How to Enroll
Enrollment is open and ongoing. Follow these steps to get started:
- Read the program overview before registering (link below)
- Register through the VTS Eventbrite page
- VTS will confirm your eligibility and send your Coursera access link
- Log in to Coursera and start learning — your 12 months of free access begins from your enrollment date
There is no deadline. Enrollment is available year-round for all qualifying veterans and military family members.