Army & Air Force COOL
(Credentialing Opportunities On-Line)
The Army & Air Force COOL (Credentialing Opportunities On-Line), also known as Credentialing Assistance (CA) helps soldiers find information on certifications and licenses related to their jobs.  The program can pay for courses and exams that lead to industry-recognized civilian credentials in an occupational area of your choice. Enhance your skills by using this program. The skills can be applied either in your current MOS, or in an occupation you would like to pursue when you leave military service.
program Benefits
Army & Air Force COOL provides a great opportunity to pay for credentials that can enhance skills and qualifications both during and after military service. The Army Credentialing Assistance (CA) Program pays for courses and exams that lead to industry-recognized civilian credentials in an occupational area of the military members choice. This program can be used to enhance your skills, either in a current MOS, or in an occupation to pursue after military service. You can request CA funding for any credential listed on Army COOL.
How to enroll
- Reach out to your ESO.
- Visit the or website to search for a credential of interest.
- Complete the request form online at Army COOL or Air Force COOL.
- Email PEWD@park.edu for invoicing.
- Submit invoice and wait for approval of funding.