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The Military Life Cycle modules are topic-focused courses that Service members can use throughout their military careers.

Anytime, Anywhere
VA Course Offerings, VA Benefits and Services, Women's Health Transition Training, Military Life Cycle modules
These courses and modules offer connections to a lifelong support system from the first duty station to separation and beyond.

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No matter where you are in the transition journey, VA is here to support you and your family with programs, resources and tools to meet your transition needs.

The online, self-paced Women's Health Transition Training is available for servicewomen and women Veterans to take anytime, anyplace.
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The Military Life Cycle modules are topic-focused courses that Service members can use throughout their military careers.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) wants you to be successful when you transition from military to civilian life. Outreach, Transition and Economic Development (OTED) supports VA’s mission by helping you and your family navigate VA benefits and services, use partner resources, and get the support you need. We are here to help you achieve and sustain your career goals, find economic success, and maintain your physical and mental well-being throughout your military life cycle.
From when you first join the military to when you start your post-military life, OTED is here to help you achieve success anytime, anywhere.
Learn more about OTED’s current initiatives to support you, including:
VA’s Transition Assistance Program (TAP)
Women's Health Transition Training
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- Women Veterans Journey Map
- Military Life Cycle Resources
- Post-Separation Transition Assistance Program (PSTAP) Assessment
- Employment Situation of Veterans - 2019 (BLS News Release)
- COVID-19 resources and answers for transitioning Service member and Veterans
- Military-to-Civilian Readiness Research Paper
- Benefits for active duty, National Guard, and Reserves
- Pre-discharge disability claims
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Last updated June 21, 2025