What are pros and cons between doing online training and a proctored exam with IVMF versus the Vets2PM program?

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 23:56:37 -0400

Sgt James Schmeling, Sgt Joey Eisenzimmer

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 7 at 2017 1:32 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 01:32:20 -0400

I would verify the programs to ensure that you get the proper certifications necessary and expected. If one is questionable, be aware.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 7 at 2017 8:13 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 08:13:11 -0400

Thanks for the information. I had not heard of this site. I signed up this am.

Response by Sgt James Schmeling made Jun 8 at 2017 10:23 AM

Sgt James Schmeling — Thu, 08 Jun 2017 10:23:20 -0400

Both are reputable (and as the co-founder of IVMF, I'm clearly biased, but my team ran the program at IVMF, and I think nails it every single day). IVMF's program has no cost to veterans. It's virtual. It requires your focus on getting the work done, but you can get all the supports needed to do so. Vets2PM has a cost (yes, you can use GI Bill, but as EVP at Student Veterans of America I typically advocate using GI Bill for college, and our data shows about 5 to 6% of veterans use GI Bill for certifications). I recommend IVMF over Vets2PM, but Vets2PM is reputable.
IVMF
Pro: No cost to the veteran
Con: Virtual, requires self-motivation, though has reminders.

All that said, reach out to IVMF advisors and talk with them, that team is phenomenal and will help you walk through options and make informed decisions.