SpouseWorks Scholarship & Career Training

Previously known as MyCAA, the SpouseWorks Scholarship provides eligible military spouses with funding for highly portable career certifications.

SpouseWorks Scholarship

The SpouseWorks Scholarship provides up to $4,000 in financial assistance for eligible military spouses pursuing industry-recognized certifications, licenses, associate degrees, and career training. The scholarship to all military spouses of active-duty servicemembers, regardless of rank, including the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Space Force and those serving in the National Guard or federal reserve on Title 10 orders. Whether you’re starting a new career, building new skills, or maintaining professional credentials, the SpouseWorks Scholarship can help you take the next step.

Eligibility: Military spouses of active-duty service members, regardless of rank, including the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Space Force and those serving in the National Guard or federal reserve on Title 10 orders.

Help Me Get Enrolled with a SpouseWorks Scholarship!

The ProTrain Advantage: Free Laptop & Materials

To ensure you have everything you need to succeed, ProTrain covers all required books, includes exam voucher fees for eligible programs, and provides a complimentary training laptop for spouses enrolling directly through us.

Additional Financial Assistance

ProTrain Bridge Scholarship

Eligible military spouses enrolling in programs over $4,000 who do not qualify for the waiver covering the full program cost may qualify for a one-time ProTrain Bridge Scholarship of up to $300. Scholarship funds are applied directly to tuition to help reduce out-of-pocket costs and make career training more affordable.

Payment Plan Options

For programs exceeding the initial coverage, we offer flexible payment plans to help cover any remaining balance without stress.

Access the Official SpouseWorks Scholarship Portal

Note: The links below navigate to the external Department of Defense SpouseWorks Scholarship portal. You may need to bypass a security certificate warning due to strict military security settings; this is normal and safe to access. All information entered must exactly match DEERS and your Military ID Card.

Credentialing Assistance for Service Members

Funding may be available for eligible service members pursuing industry-recognized certifications and career training through their branch’s credentialing program. These programs can help support career development, professional growth, and credential attainment while serving.

U.S. Army Credentialing Assistance (CA) Program: Explore our approved Army CA programs. Eligible Soldiers may use Army CA funding to pursue approved credentials, many of which may also support promotion point opportunities. Soldiers with questions about enrollment can call 1 (866) 316-6911 or email army@protrain.edu.

U.S. Air Force & Space Force COOL Program: Explore our approved Air Force COOL programs. Eligible Airmen and Guardians may use Air Force COOL funding to pursue approved industry-recognized credentials that support professional development and career advancement. Airmen and Guardians with questions about enrollment can call 1 (866) 316-6911 or email afcool@protrain.edu.