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Articles about Training

Learn about the skills development and ongoing training that help VA employees succeed.

A VA nurse trains another VA nurse.

Build your skills at VA: Training programs to explore

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is invested in helping you grow your career in service of our Veterans. We offer multiple training opportunities to help you build your clinical skills, all while earning an unbeatable salary and federal benefits package.

Read more Build your skills at VA: Training programs to explore

VA nursing residents receive training.

Exploring VA nursing residencies 

VA clinician uses robotic medical device.

Discover VA research opportunities for students

A group of VA employees attend an educational seminar.

Learn, lead, succeed: Education support at VA 

VA nursing resident Niosha Motahari.

Meet a VA Nursing Resident: Niosha Motahari 

A VA employee works in a lab.

Launch your clinical laboratory scientist career with VA-STEP

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Join the next generation of VA

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