Language Training for the Military: Free and Discounted Whether you are a Special Forces soldier working toward a higher score on the OPI or a spouse prepping for an OCONUS move, there is a bounty of language resources at your fingertips. There are many advantages to building language skills: For active duty – bolster your… Read more »
Many in our military community have just moved or are moving overseas, which can further complicate shipping times when it comes to sending gifts and care packages. The best guidance available is from the United States Postal Service (USPS), which has just published its recommended holiday shipping dates to best ensure deliveries before December 25th.
Degrees in education are among the most portable careers for military spouses. A shortage of qualified professionals contributes to a high demand for educators in the US. Challenges related to license transfer from state to state can delay portability within the US. The list of barriers faced by spouses with education degrees becomes daunting in the OCONUS setting. Learn more about the top virtual opportunities for education professionals outside the US.
Top 3 Jobs for Healthcare Professionals OCONUS Healthcare degrees tend to be inherently portable. An aging population and shortage of healthcare professionals across the country results in a high demand for this field. Within the US, challenges related to license transfer from state to state can delay portability. The employment landscape – requirements for different… Read more »
Ideas for OCONUS Spouse Career Paths The appeal of a nursing degree to a military spouse is undeniable. If they are lucky, they will be stationed near a fairly large town with plenty of health care positions to be filled. However, some will be limited to opportunities on the base alone. This is the much… Read more »