SPONSOR TRAINING

Become a Certified Onward Ops Volunteer Sponsor!

Thank you for your interest in becoming a certified volunteer sponsor with Onward Ops. Your dedication will make a significant difference for transitioning Service Members. Questions or Concerns? Please contact Dilia Introini at Dilia.Introini@hq.onwardops.org.

Option 1: Virtual, Live Sponsor Training

This 2-hour live virtual deep dive provides essential tools to better support Veterans in their post-service journeys, bridging the understanding gap between civilians and Veterans. Upon successful completion, you will receive your certification.

Upcoming Training Dates (all times ET):

Thursday, March 5th 2026; 4pm-6pm ET
Tuesday, March 10th 2026; 2pm-4pm ET
Wednesday, March 25th 2026; 4pm-6pm ET
Tuesday, April 7th 2026; 2pm-4pm ET
Thursday, April 16th 2026; 12pm-2pm ET
Tuesday, April 28th 2026; 5pm-7pm ET
Thursday, May 7th 2026; 12pm-2pm ET
Thursday, May 14th 2026; 2pm-4pm ET
Tuesday, May 19th 2026; 4pm-6pm ET

ALREADY CERTIFIED? YOU'RE ALWAYS WELCOME.

Even if you were certified long ago, you’re always welcome to join our upcoming sessions listed above to refresh key skills, explore new resources, and deepen your impact as an Onward Ops Sponsor.
If you have any questions about the sessions or our Sponsor Training, please contact Dilia Introini at Dilia.Introini@hq.onwardops.org.

Option 2: Self Paced Training & Orientation

Step 1

Complete Online Modules

Important: Columbia+ is an external platform. Please use your personal email to create an account. Your Onward Ops email will activate upon successful certification. You can still access your Sponsor HQ dashboard with your Onward Ops account.

Start Online Modules

Step 2

You must complete Step 1 before attending an orientation. Upcoming Sessions (all times ET):

Wednesday, Mar 4th 2026; 12pm-1pm ET
Thursday, Mar 12th 2026; 2pm-3pm ET
Wednesday, Mar 18th 2026; 7pm-8pm ET
Tuesday, Mar 24th 2026; 11am-12pm ET
Thursday, Apr 2nd 2026; 12pm-1pm ET
Wednesday, Apr 8th 2026; 2pm-3pm ET
Wednesday, Apr 15th 2026; 7pm-8pm ET
Wednesday, Apr 22nd 2026; 11am-12pm ET
Wednesday, May 6th 2026; 12pm-1pm ET
Wednesday, May 13th 2026; 2pm-3pm ET
Wednesday, May 20th 2026; 7pm-8pm ET
Wednesday, May 27th 2026;11am-12pm ET

Option 3: Veteran Cultural Competency Training (VCCT)

Ideal for volunteers with a clinical or behavioral health background, this advanced 3-hour live virtual training equips you with deeper cultural, clinical, and contextual understanding to support transitioning service members and Veterans more effectively. Participants are eligible to receive Continuing Education (CE) credits upon completion. This training is delivered by experts from VA VISN 2 MIRECC and the VA Transitioning Servicemember/Veteran and Suicide Prevention Center (TASC).

Key Features:

Direct Certification: Become certified as an Onward Ops volunteer peer sponsor immediately after completion.

Upcoming Training Dates (all times ET):

Dates to be announced for 2026

NEXT STEPS AFTER CERTIFICATION

You've completed your training – congratulations! Here's what happens next:

Dashboard Update: Your sponsor profile status on the Onward Ops dashboard will be updated to "Certified."
"Next Steps" Email: You'll receive a detailed "Next Steps" email with more information.
Email Activation: Your dedicated Onward Ops Google Workspace account (email) will be activated.
Meet Your CIC: We'll introduce you to your assigned Community Integration Coordinator (CIC).
Service Member Match: Once a Service Member is moving to your region, you'll receive your match!

Questions or Concerns? Please contact Dilia Introini at Dilia.Introini@hq.onwardops.org.

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