There are plenty of veteran friendly employers in many green industries. The hard part is getting the necessary certifications to work in these kinds of jobs. Although there are numerous training programs for various green and conservation jobs, these programs can sometimes be confusing to applicants. For more information please visit: http://www.GreenCollarVets.org

2. There are plenty of veteran friendly employers
in many green industries.
The hard part is getting the necessary
certifications to work in these kinds of jobs.
Although there are numerous training
programs for various green and conservation
jobs, these programs can sometimes be
confusing to applicants.
www.GreenCollarVets.org

3. So if you're a veteran, and you're interested in
veteran employment opportunities in different
green industries, it's important to do a little
research before you get started.
To this end, the following article will discuss
five of the most frequently asked questions in
green training programs, and how they affect
the veterans who apply for them.
www.GreenCollarVets.org

4. What is a Green Job?
One of the most common questions people and
veterans ask is, what exactly a "green job" is.
Well, a green job is any type of job that helps
support a nation or area's energy and
environmental security.
The U.S. Department of Labor also defines green
jobs as any type of job that produces services
which "benefit the environment and conserve
natural resources."
www.GreenCollarVets.org

5. How Do Green Training Programs Help Veterans
Find Employment?
Green and most types of Eco-conservation
programs are designed to create a pathway for
veterans to find employment or further education
in green related industries, after they have left the
military.
Although many of these programs are open to
veteran and non-veteran alike, they do have a
preference for military veterans.
www.GreenCollarVets.org

6. It's also worth pointing out that many green
training programs are affiliated with both
public and private organizations, all of which
are looking for qualified veterans to fill their
job vacancies.
So if you're worried about where to start your
job search, don't worry. Green training
programs can help you find a green job
you're suited for once you've completed their
training course.
www.GreenCollarVets.org

7. How Many Green Jobs Exist in the Country?
According to the American Solar Energy
Society, there are currently 8.5 million jobs in
the United States that can be called green
jobs.
So as far as veteran employment
opportunities go, there are plenty of them
among green industries.
www.GreenCollarVets.org

8. However, it's also worth mentioning that there
are different kinds of green jobs, and some of
them are more popular or in demand than
others.
So before you start your training, you better
think long and hard about which certification
you'd like to get.
www.GreenCollarVets.org

9. What Kind of Training Can You Expect From A
Green Training Organization?
It's hard to tell. Different programs offer
different training, but most of the actual
training is of the "on the job" variety.
So expect plenty of field work to go along
with your studies.
www.GreenCollarVets.org

10. Despite their differences, many green training
organizations prioritize certain
programs, especially the ones that are most
needed by various green industries.
A few good examples include:
 Weatherization Tech Training
 Furnace Tech Training
 Admin Support Training
www.GreenCollarVets.org

11.  Outdoor Conservation
 Chainsaw Certification
 Wilderness First Aid
 Defensive Driver
 Solar PV Basics
www.GreenCollarVets.org

12. Where Do Green Training Organizations Get
Their Funding?
Green organizations acquire most of their
funding from contracts and donations.
In most cases, these come from the public
sector, endowments, foundations and other
non-profit organizations which are dedicated
to veteran affairs and ecological
preservation.
www.GreenCollarVets.org

13. If you are looking for veteran friendly
employers.
I suggest you visit Green Collar Vets today!
We will gladly help you!
www.GreenCollarVets.org