BattleGround to Breaking Ground Skills Training Program - Job Training Program
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Website provided by the program.
At a glance
- Open to
- All branches
- Format
- Hybrid
- Length
- 61 - 90 days
- Locations
- 2 locations in Texas · jobs available nationwide
- Career field
- Farming, Fishing, and Forestry
- Target MOS/ratings
- All
- Nearest installation
- Fort Hood; Joint Base San Antonio
About the program
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, BattleGround to Breaking Ground - Skills Training Program (BGBG-STP) is a certificate program that provides education & training for transitioning military members seeking self-employment in agriculture production. The program is approximately 89 days in length, and participants will receive training in agriculture business planning, agriculture business management, and agriculture production practices. The training includes online education and hands-on skills training with an assigned mentor.
Jobs this program prepares you for
The BattleGround to Breaking Ground Skills Training Program is intended to lead to self-employment in agriculture, as well as, provide the needed skills and training for farm or ranch management careers.
Eligibility & prerequisites
No prerequisite eligibility requirements
Participants will be required to complete an application for the program. https://txagrability.tamu.edu/bgbg-skills-training-program/
Locations & contacts
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- Killeen, TX 76544Near Fort HoodHeidi Barberheidi.barber@ag.tamu.edu
- San Antonio, TX 78234Near Joint Base San AntonioHeidi Barberheidi.barber@ag.tamu.edu
How to apply
- Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
- Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
- Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
- Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.
Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ