About the VetSuccess on Campus (VSOC) Program
The VetSuccess on Campus (VSOC) program is a collaborative effort between MiraCosta College and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to help Veterans, Service Members, and their qualified dependents succeed and thrive through a coordinated delivery of on-campus benefits assistance and counseling, leading to completion of their education and preparing them to enter the labor market in viable careers. MiraCosta College is one of two schools in San Diego County to have a VSOC Counselor working in Veterans Services.
The VSOC Counselor can assist you with:
- Understanding and applying for Veteran Readiness and Employment Services (Chapter 31)
- Vocational exploration and career counseling services (Chapter 36)
- How to apply for and maximize your VA educational benefits should you be eligible for more than one
- Information on other VA benefits to include disability compensation, life insurance, and Home Loan Guarantee
- Information and referrals for VA medical and mental health services
- Referrals to on-campus, community, and VA resources to promote academic success
- Employment information and assistance
Veteran Readiness & Employment, Chapter 31
The Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E) program helps Veterans and Service members with service-connected disabilities and an employment handicap to prepare for, obtain, and maintain suitable employment. It is authorized by Congress under Title 38 of the United States Code, Chapter 31.
