Cohorts
New cohorts are starting year-round
VEEP offers pre-apprenticeship training programs designed to prepare participants for successful careers as electricians or linemen.
Below, you’ll find details on upcoming cohorts, including start dates, training formats, and application availability. Once you find a Cohort that meets your requirements, go to our applications to apply today!
Upcoming Cohorts
Use the buttons below to view the upcoming cohorts for both electricians and linemen.
Electrician Cohorts
Anchorage, Alaska
In Person Training
| Cohort | Duration | Interest Meeting | Start In-Person Training | End Date | Graduation Date | Application Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK 8 15 Seats | 12 Weeks Online 6 Weeks In-Person | 5/13/25 | 9/8/25 | 10/17/25 | 10/16/25 11:00 AM | Closed |
Atlanta, Georgia
Hybrid Training
| Cohort | Duration | Interest Meeting | Start Synchronous Online Content | Start In-Person Training | End Date | Graduation Date | Application Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATL 05 20 Seats | 6 Weeks Online 3 Weeks In-Person | May/June 2026 | 6/22/26 | 8/17/26 | 9/4/26 | 9/3/26 | Closed |
| ATL 06 20 Seats | 6 Weeks Online 3 Weeks In-Person | TBD | 10/12/26 | 11/30/26 | 12/18/26 | 12/17/26 | Closed |
| ATL 07 20 Seats | 6 Weeks Online 3 Weeks In-Person | 08/17/2026 | 01/11/2027 | 03/01/2027 | 03/19/2027 | 03/18/2027 | Open |
| ATL 08 20 Seats | 6 Weeks Online 3 Weeks In-Person | 09/14/2026 | 04/12/2027 | 05/31/2027 | 06/18/2027 | 06/17/2027 | Open |
| ATL 09 20 Seats | 6 Weeks Online 3 Weeks In-Person | TBD | 06/21/2027 | 08/16/2027 | 09/03/2027 | 09/02/2027 | Opening October 2026 |
| ATL 10 20 Seats | 6 Weeks Online 3 Weeks In-Person | TBD | 10/11/2027 | 11/29/2027 | 12/17/2027 | 12/16/2027 | Opening January 2027 |
Dates are subject to change, please check periodically.
Fort Irwin / Barstow Community College, California
Hybrid Training
| Cohort | Duration | Interest Meeting | Start Online Training | Start In-Person Training | End Date | Graduation Date | Application Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCC 2 20 Seats | Multiple Courses Online 4 Weeks In-Person | May 2026 | Upon Interest Meeting Completion | 09/14/2026 | 10/14/2026 | 10/14/2026 | Closed |
| BCC 03 20 Seats | Multiple Courses Online 4 Weeks In-Person | 09/28/2026 | Upon Interest Meeting Completion | 02/01/2027 | 03/04/2027 | 03/03/2027 | Open |
| BCC 04 20 Seats | Multiple Courses Online 4 Weeks In-Person | TBD | Upon Interest Meeting Completion | 09/07/2027 | 10/08/2027 | 10/07/2027 | Opening January 2027 |
| Cohort | Duration | Interest Meeting | Start Online Math Course | Start Synchronous Online Content | Start In-Person Training | End Date | Graduation Date | Application Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA 16 25 Seats | 6 Weeks Online 3 Weeks In-Person | 04/03/2026 | 09/14/2026 | 10/26/2026 | 11/13/2026 | 11/13/2026 | Closed | |
| LA 17 25 Seats | 12 Weeks Online 2 Weeks in-Person | 09/10/2026 | 12/07/2026 | 01/04/2027 | 03/01/2027 | 03/12/2027 | 03/12/2027 | Open |
| LA 18 25 Seats | 12 Weeks Online 2 Weeks in-Person | 09/24/2026 | 02/22/2027 | 03/22/2027 | 05/17/2027 | 05/28/2027 | 05/28/2027 | Open |
| LA 19 25 Seats | 12 Weeks Online 2 Weeks in-Person | 12/10/2026 | 05/10/2027 | 06/07/2027 | 08/02/2027 | 08/13/2027 | 08/13/2027 | Opening October 2026 |
| LA 20 25 Seats | 12 Weeks Online 2 Weeks in-Person | 03/11/2027 | 08/16/2027 | 09/13/2027 | 11/08/2027 | 11/19/2027 | 11/19/2027 | Opening January 2027 |
Dates are subject to change, please check periodically.
Mount Vernon, WA
Hybrid Training
| Cohort | Duration | Interest Meeting | Start Online Training | Start In-Person Training | End Date | Graduation Date | Application Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTV 1 20 Seats | 10 Weeks Online 5 Weeks In-Person | 6/19/25 | 11/11/25 | 4/20/26 | 5/22/26 | 5/21/26 | Closed |
San Diego, California
Hybrid Training
| Cohort | Duration | Interest Meeting | Start Online Training | Start In-Person Training | End Date | Graduation Date | Application Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SD 7 16 Seats | 12 Weeks Online 5 Weeks In-Person | December 2025 January 2026 | 5/19/26 | 10/19/26 | 11/20/26 | 11/19/26 | Closed |
| SD 8 14 Seats | Multiple Courses Online 5 Weeks In-Person | 5/19/2026 (recording available after) | Upon Interest Meeting Completion | 4/5/2027 | 5/7/2027 | 5/6/2027 | Open |
| SD 9 14 Seats | Multiple Courses Online 5 Weeks In-Person | TBD | Upon Interest Meeting Completion | 9/20/2027 | 10/22/2027 | 10/21/2027 | Opening January 2027 |
Dates are subject to change, please check periodically.
St. Paul, MN
Hybrid Training
| Cohort | Duration | Interest Meeting | Start Online Training | Start In-person Training | End Date | Graduation Date | Application Status |
| STP 01 10 Seats | 6 Weeks Online 4 Weeks In-Person | 11/22/2026 | 05/17/2027 | 07/05/2027 | 07/30/2027 | 07/29/2027 | Open |
TIDEWATER, VA
Hybrid Training
| Cohort | Duration | Interest Meeting | Start Synchronous Online Training | Start In-Person Training | End Date | Graduation Date | Application Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TIDE01 20 Seats | 6 Weeks Online 3 Weeks In-Person | April 2026 | 4/27/26 | 6/8/26 | 6/26/26 | 6/25/26 | Closed |
| TIDE02 20 Seats | 6 Weeks Online 3 Weeks In-Person | June 2026 | 09/14/2026 | 10/26/2026 | 11/13/2026 | 11/12/2026 | Closed |
| TIDE03 20 Seats | 6 Weeks Online 3 Weeks In-Person | 10/02/2026 | 04/12/2027 | 05/24/2027 | 06/11/2027 | 06/10/2027 | Open |
| TIDE04 20 Seats | 6 Weeks Online 3 Weeks In-Person | TBD | 09/13/2027 | 10/25/2027 | 11/12/2027 | 11/10/2027 | Opening January 2027 |
Boston, MA
Hybrid Training
| Cohort | Duration | Interest Meeting | Start Online Training | Start In-Person Training | End Date | Graduation Date | Application Status |
| BOS 01 20 Seats | 6 Weeks Online 3 Weeks In-Person | 10/01/2026 | 01/25/2027 | 03/08/2027 | 03/26/2027 | 03/25/2027 | Open |
Inside VEEP Location Details
Use the table below to find out more information about each electrician cohort. The table can scroll horizontally or you can view the table in full using the link below.
| Location | Cohorts per Year | Seats per Cohort | Online Training | In Person Training | Hands on Applications | Attendance | On Base Housing Possible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego, CA | 2 | 14 | Yes – Self Paced | 5 weeks | Yes | Strict Policy | No |
| Los Angeles, CA | 4 | 20 | Yes -Scheduled | 2 weeks | Yes | Very Stringent Policy | No |
| Ft. Irwin / Barstow Comm. College, CA | 2 | 20 | Yes – Self Paced | 4 Weeks | Yes | Strict Policy | POSSIBLE NOT PROMISED |
| Atlanta, GA | 4 | 20 | Yes -Scheduled | 3 weeks | Yes | Strict Policy | No |
| Mount Vernon, WA | 1 | 20 | Yes – Self Paced | 5 weeks | Yes | Strict Policy | No |
| Tidewater, VA | 2 | 20 | Yes – Self Paced | 3 weeks | Yes | Strict Policy | No |
| Boston, MA | 1 | 20 | Yes – Self Paced | 3 weeks | Yes | Strict Policy | No |
Participation by active duty personnel at in person training requires approval through the service members’ chain of command. Once enrolled, training is in lieu of daily duty requirements while still on active duty. The training must typically be started within the final 180 days of service to take advantage of this aspect, check with your base Transition Assistance team for details. Inside Electrician training is approved for and can support SkillBridge participants.
Our pre-apprenticeship programs prepare participants to succeed in an incredible career. After completing a VEEP pre-apprenticeship, the participant receives direct entry into the apprenticeship program at their agreed upon location. Since all NECA/IBEW Apprenticeship programs are state & federally accredited, participants in the apprenticeships are eligible to collect their GI Bill benefits while working towards becoming journey-level worker in their field.
Lineman Cohorts
Requirements
| Lazy Q Ranch | Midwest Line College | |
|---|---|---|
| Classification | Lineman | Lineman |
| Veteran with separation date 5 years or less from current year. | Yes | Yes |
| Active duty attending under SkillBridge agreement. | No | No |
| DD-214 does or will show, when available, Honorable or General, under Honorable Character of Service. | Yes | Yes |
| Unrestricted CDL A to apply. ** No automatic transmission CDLs will be accepted. | No ** If accepted, will need in hand 2 weeks prior to school starting. | No **Shall obtain Unrestricted CDL A within 60 days, post-graduation. |
| Duration | 16 Weeks with 2 one-week breaks | 13 Weeks |
| Work Week | 6 Days 10 Hrs. | 5 Days 8 Hrs. |
| GI Bill | No | Yes |
| Cost | Free | Tuition Based |
| Drug Testing | Yes | Yes |
| Take and pass industry Aptitude Test | Yes | No |
| Cohort Size | 60 Seats | 10 Seats |
Lazy Q Ranch
La Grange, Texas
15 Weeks – Two cohorts per year (Spring and Fall)
| Cohort | Accepting Applications | Interview Cycle | Start Date | Breaks | End Date Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Fall 2026 | Received after Jan. 10th will be interviewed for Fall session. | Starts 2nd week of March until July 10th. | 9/1/26 | 10/10 – 10/18 11/22 – 11/29 | 12/16/26 |
| 17 Spring 2027 | Received after July 10th will be interviewed for Spring session. | Start 2nd week of September until Jan. 10th. | 3/2/27 | 4/10 – 4/18 5/26 – 6/1 | 6/16/27 |
| 18 Fall 2027 | Received after Jan. 10th will be interviewed for Fall session. | Starts 2nd week of March until July 10th. | 8/31/27 | 10/9 – 10/17 11/21 – 11/28 | 12/15/27 |
Midwest Line College
Accepts GI Bill
13 Weeks
| Cohort | Accepting Applications | Start Date | Breaks | End Date Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Cohort 8 10 Seats | Year Round | 2/16/26 | 3/16 – 3/20 | 5/15/26 |
| Summer Cohort 9 10 Seats | 6/1/26 | 6/29 – 7/3 | 8/28/26 | |
| Fall Cohort 10 10 Seats | 9/14/26 | 11/23 – 11/27 | 12/11/26 |
Participation by active duty personnel at in person training requires approval through the service members’ chain of command. Once enrolled, training is in lieu of daily duty requirements while still on active duty. The training must typically be started within the final 180 days of service to take advantage of this aspect, check with your base Transition Assistance team for details. Inside Electrician training is approved for and can support SkillBridge participants.
Our pre-apprenticeship programs prepare participants to succeed in an incredible career. After completing a VEEP pre-apprenticeship, the participant receives direct entry into the apprenticeship program at their agreed upon location. Since all NECA/IBEW Apprenticeship programs are state & federally accredited, participants in the apprenticeships are eligible to collect their GI Bill benefits while working towards becoming journey-level worker in their field.
SSVP Substation Cohorts
Selcat SSVP
Moore Haven, Florida
6 Weeks
IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SEPARATED, THIS IS NOT AN OPTION FOR YOU.
- Active Duty ONLY – within your last 180 days of service (SkillBridge window)
ONLY SKILLBRIDGE FOR THE STATES BELOW.
- Only available if you currently reside in or after separation will reside in one of the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.
| Cohort | Accepting Applications | Start In-Person | End Date | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Spring 2027 | Year Round | 2/15/27 | 3/25/27 | Open |
| 3 Summer 2027 | Year Round | 8/9/27 | 9/17/27 | Open |
Requirements
| Selcat SSVP | |
|---|---|
| Classification | Substation Technician |
| Veteran with separation date 5 years or less from current year. | No |
| Active duty attending under SkillBridge agreement. | Yes **ONLY available if you reside in or will after separation, one of the following states. Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. |
| DD-214 does or will show, when available, Honorable or General, under Honorable Character of Service. | Yes |
| Unrestricted CDL A to apply. ** No automatic transmission CDLs will be accepted. | No |
| Duration | 6 Weeks |
| Work Week | 5 Days 8 Hrs. |
| GI Bill | No |
| Cost | Free |
| Drug Testing | Yes |
| Take and pass industry Aptitude Test | Yes |
| Cohort Size | No limit, subject to change |
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