Resources for Service Members and Veterans
MCTC Resources
Veteran Services
Veterans services include but are not limited to:
- VA Educational Benefits counseling
- Certification of enrollment
- Academic advising
- Financial aid assistance
- Referrals to on and off-campus resources
Craig Pleasant
Senior Advisor, Veterans Services Coordinator
craig.pleasant@kctcs.edu
School Certifying Official
SCOs are responsible for certifying a student veteran’s enrollment to the VA.
GI Bill® payments are issued based on this information.
Craig Pleasant
Senior Advisor, Veterans Services Coordinator
craig.pleasant@kctcs.edu
Personal Counseling
Counseling services are available through counseling service partners to assist student
veterans in handling a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, anger, and
adjusting to a new culture.
Accessibility Services
Veterans can acquire accommodations for learning, physical or mental health challenges
through MCTC Accessibility Services.
Financial Aid
Veterans may be eligible for federal, state and/or institutional loans and scholarships
in addition to VA educational benefits.
Tutoring
Student veterans can obtain assistance with improving their math, writing, computer,
and study skills.
Success Coaches
MCTC has designated Success Coaches on each campus available to all current students.
These coaches help provide a positive and successful learning experience for students
in an effort to increase student persistence, success, and completion. The Success
Coaches work closely with students to help them develop skills that will benefit their
academic, professional and/or personal success.
Career Counseling
The Career Center can assist student veterans with career assessments, improving interview
skills, and resume writing.
Rebecca Morton
Director of Career Services
rebecca.morton@kctcs.edu
(859) 274-9618
Additional Resources
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
CFPB’s Office of Servicemember Affairs (OSA) works to help military families overcome
unique financial challenges by providing educational resources, monitoring complaints,
and working with other agencies to solve problems faced by service members.
Education and Training Services
Many benefits are available to advance the education and skills of Veterans and Service
members.
Homeless Veterans
Click a county to find housing and supportive services. Contact the HUD Kentucky
Field Office at (502) 582-5251 and press “0” with questions about any resources.
Kentucky Career Center – Veterans Express
Kentucky Career Centers have local veterans employment representatives and disabled
veteran outreach program specialists trained specifically to assist veterans with
their employment and training needs.
Kentucky Veterans Employment, Training and Support Program (KyVETS)
KyVets provides resources and support to assist veterans across the Commonwealth in
obtaining gainful employment and training services. For more information, email KyVets@ky.gov.
Medical and Mental Health Services
VA health care covers regular checkups with a primary care provider and appointments
with specialists (including mental health providers).
Medicare Resources for Veterans
Medicare is a federal program that provides health coverage for older adults and some
younger adults with disabilities. For many veterans, enrolling in Medicare offers
an extra level of protection against high out-of-pocket medical costs.
Veteran Crisis Line
Concerned that a Veteran you know is in crisis? Call 1–800–273–TALK(8255) Press 1,
chat online or send a text message to 838255 to receive confidential support every day, 24/7.
Support for deaf and hard of hearing, call 1-800-799-4889.
Veterans Affairs Facility Locator
Search for nearest VA medical center as well as other health facilities, benefit offices,
cemeteries, community care providers and Vet Centers.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information
about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website.
