SECO: Tools for Success
The SECO program offers a wide range of tools designed specifically to help military spouses in their unique situations. It’s a great place to start when you are ready to begin the networking and preparation needed to land your desired job.
The MySECO website is the place to go when you’re new to the workforce or looking to change careers and need additional education or training. You’ll be able to explore job options that dovetail with your current skill set. Then, if a career interests you but you aren’t yet qualified, this site is where you can research different training and licensing options.
Some military spouses will benefit from additional support in getting ready for the workplace, such as working with career coaches, getting guidance on crafting an impressive resume, and looking for scholarship opportunities. The SECO military spouse program even provides a free LinkedIn Premium upgrade as a benefit.
MSEP: Military Spouse Employment
The MSEP program is a sub-section of SECO. While SECO can prepare you for the interview process, MSEP is a job search tool that helps you find where to apply. There are more than 390 partner companies and organizations that advertise active and hot job openings. So far, these businesses have hired more than 125,000 military spouses — and you could be next.
Once you’re prepared to land the job you seek, you can also register in the MSEP Candidate Search. That way, businesses looking for people with your skill set will reach out to you. Through the MSEP, military spouses can rise to the top of the candidate list and get noticed quickly.
Gain Skills with MedCerts
If you want to be even more competitive, consider registering for a remote learning certification program through MedCerts. This high-quality academic training center is an MSEP partner, which makes the application process more manageable. You may even qualify for additional benefits through the MyCAA program that can pay for your portable certifications.
Even though challenges come from being a military spouse, there are also many exciting opportunities. Start by browsing the MSEP site as well as learning more about MedCerts to advance your career while you’re supporting your spouse in theirs.
