What does mycaa stand for

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MyCAA: Start your career today

By: Kayla Nieves

What does MyCAA stand for?

Military Spouse

Career

Advancement

Accounts

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What is MyCAA?

MyCAA is a “workforce development program" designed specifically for military spouses

The SM must have a rank between E1 and E5, W1 and W2, and O1 and O2

Spouses married to service members in the Coasty Guard are not eligible

Provides spouses who are eligible with up to $4,000 in assistance

Funds may only be used to licenses, certifications, and associate degrees

MyCAA offers a fiscal cap for funds totaling $2,000

The Fiscal year begins in October

Waivers can be offered if needed to increase this cap

Purpose of MyCAA

The purpose of MyCAA is to provide spouses with the opportunity to pursue an occupation or career field

“Almost 43 percent of active duty members are 25 or younger and 23 percent range from 26 to 30 years old, according to the Department of Defense Demographics Report. Over half (56.1 percent) on active duty are married.” Of these numbers, about 50% of those who are 25 are younger are married. Based on these numbers, one can conclude that an overwhelming amount of spouses get married before completing a post-secondary education thus making it difficult for spouses to continue their education. The military requires its members and encourages their spouses to relocate with them each time they have a permanent change of station. Because of the constant moving around, most military spouses do not further their education. MyCAA provides spouses with an opportunity to start their education without the worry the ability to afford it.

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MyCAA Process

Make sure you are eligible

Research programs that are covered under MyCAA

Search through MyCAA’s portal to locate a school within the approved network

Create a training plan using the courses need to complete the program

Upload your plan to MyCAA

Have you plan approved by a career coach

MyCAA Process Cont.

Importance of MyCAA

MyCAA Resources

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Helpful Links

https://download.militaryonesource.mil/12038/MOS/Factsheets/SECO/MyCAA-Factsheet-Overview.pdf