Military Veteran Support: Learn Peer Sponsorship Skills
Learn essential skills to support military veterans in their transition to civilian life through the VA's Veteran Sponsorship Initiative (VSI) program.
Learn essential skills to support military veterans in their transition to civilian life through the VA's Veteran Sponsorship Initiative (VSI) program.
This comprehensive course, offered through the Department of Veterans Affairs' Veteran Sponsorship Initiative (VSI), provides essential training for individuals interested in supporting military service members during their transition to civilian life. The evidence-based program focuses on reducing transition stressors by teaching participants how to effectively sponsor and support veterans. Students learn crucial skills in establishing positive relationships, goal setting, and connecting veterans with resources for housing, employment, education, and mental health support. The course emphasizes practical applications and real-world scenarios to prepare sponsors for their vital role in helping veterans successfully reintegrate into civilian communities.
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What you'll learn
Learn to establish positive relationships with transitioning service members
Master the SMARTER goals framework for effective transition planning
Understand and utilize Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs) effectively
Develop crucial communication skills for supporting veterans
Gain knowledge in suicide prevention and mental health support
Learn mindfulness techniques for self-care and veteran support
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
62 Minutes PreRecorded video
15 assignments
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
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There are 7 modules in this course
This course provides comprehensive training in military transition support through the VA's Veteran Sponsorship Initiative. Participants learn essential skills for supporting service members transitioning to civilian life, including establishing positive relationships, setting SMARTER goals, connecting with Veteran Service Organizations, and addressing critical issues like suicide prevention. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical scenarios, preparing sponsors to effectively assist veterans with housing, employment, education, and mental health support. Special emphasis is placed on mindfulness and developing strong interpersonal skills for building trust and rapport with transitioning service members.
Introduction
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Establishing Positive Interpersonal Relationships
Module 2 · 31 Minutes to complete
VSO's & SMARTER Goals
Module 3 · 47 Minutes to complete
Suicide Prevention
Module 4 · 44 Minutes to complete
Mindfulness & Closing Comments
Module 5 · 16 Minutes to complete
Final Assessment
Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete
Congratulations and Next Steps
Module 7 · 25 Minutes to complete
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Instructors
Director of Curriculum
Before joining the Columbia University Center for Veteran Transition and Integration as a Curriculum Designer in 2016, R.J. served as an Associate Dean of Students at Columbia University’s School of General Studies
Expert in Military Transition Support
Natesha Smith, Ph.D., is an accomplished academic and Army veteran affiliated with Columbia University, where she teaches the course "Become a Peer Sponsor: Intro to Military Transition Support."
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