Guide for service members and spouses to successfully transition to civilian life. Learn career planning, networking, and job search strategies.
Guide for service members and spouses to successfully transition to civilian life. Learn career planning, networking, and job search strategies.
This comprehensive course helps military members and their spouses navigate the transition to civilian life. It covers transition pitfalls, personal assessment, career planning, networking strategies, and job search skills. The curriculum combines USO expertise with practical tools for creating a successful post-military career journey.
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What you'll learn
Identify personal values and career goals
Understand civilian workforce dynamics
Develop effective networking strategies
Create compelling resumes and applications
Master interview techniques
Navigate career opportunities
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
2.8 Hours PreRecorded video
5 quizzes
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
Shareable certificate
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There are 8 modules in this course
This course guides military personnel through their transition to civilian life. The curriculum covers essential topics including self-assessment, career exploration, job search strategies, and professional development. Students learn to identify their values, create career plans, build professional networks, and develop effective job search techniques. Special emphasis is placed on avoiding common transition pitfalls and leveraging military experience in civilian careers.
Introduction to Making Your Military Transition a Transformation
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Transformation Part 1: Understanding Self
Module 2 · 4 Hours to complete
Transformation Part 2: Understanding Occupations
Module 3 · 4 Hours to complete
Transformation Part 3: Understanding How
Module 4 · 4 Hours to complete
Transformation Part 4: Understanding Where and When
Module 5 · 5 Hours to complete
Social Strategies for Transformation
Module 6 · 4 Hours to complete
Practical Strategies for Transformation: Getting the Job You Want
Module 7 · 5 Hours to complete
Transformation is a Journey, Not a Destination
Module 8 · 2 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
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Instructor
Military Transition Expert and Veterans Program Leader
Cory Boatwright serves as the leader of Military & Veteran Programs at LinkedIn and instructor for USO's Coursera program. Through his course "Making Your Military Transition a Transformation," he helps service members navigate the challenging transition from military to civilian life. His credentials include degrees in International Relations and Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from the University of Pennsylvania, combined with distinguished service in the U.S. Air Force as a strategic communications manager. His military career included multiple deployments, earning him several honors including the Air Force Combat Action Medal and five Airman of the Year awards. Prior to his current role, he held positions at Deloitte and BlackRock, bringing valuable corporate experience to his teaching. His eight-week course, developed in partnership with USO and Coursera, covers topics including career planning, personal development, and transition strategies, drawing from his unique perspective as both a veteran and corporate leader. The course has enrolled over 2,300 students and maintains a 4.5/5 rating from learners.
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