Veteran Educational Benefits
Honored to Serve Those Who Served
Treasure Coast Medical & Fire Institute is approved to accept Veteran Educational Benefits, including the GI Bill®.
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Eligible veterans and their dependents can use their benefits to enroll in our EMT Program and Paramedic Program. We are honored to support those who have served our country and help veterans take the next step toward careers in EMS and Fire.
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​GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I use my benefits? 1. Apply for education benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) at https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/ 2. Receive your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) 3. Email your COE to info@tcmfi.com and include the program you plan to enroll in and the semester you intend to register for 4. Register when the application opens on our website Please allow 3–5 business days for internal processing and 30–90 days for VA processing and for benefit payments to begin.
What VA Benefit programs are accepted? TCMFI accepts - Montgomery GI Bill® – Active Duty (MGIB) (Chapter 30) - Montgomery GI Bill® – Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606) - Post 9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33) - Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program (DEA) (Chapter 35) - Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP) (Chapter 32) - Veterans Readiness and Employment Program Reserve Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 1607) - Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans (CSDDV, Chapter 35)
How do I verify my enrollment? The VA requires students to verify their enrollment each month before payments are issued. You can verify your enrollment: Online:https://www.gibill.va.gov/wave/index.do Phone: 1-877-823-2378 Students receiving Chapter 35 benefits will receive a monthly verification form from the VA.
Who do I contact for questions? For eligibility and payment-related questions, contact the VA directly: 1-888-442-4551 For school-related questions, contact us at info@tcmfi.com or 772-672-4251