The VR&E Playbook
The Veteran's Complete Guide to VA Vocational Rehabilitation — Education, Training, and Employment Benefits
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Editable guides, templates, trackers, and calculators designed to be used alongside the book. Each file mirrors a concept or chapter from the guide — download what you need, fill it in, and get the most out of every VA benefit you have earned.
The VR&E Playbook
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About This Topic
A complete guide to Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment — the VA benefit that covers education, training, and job placement for veterans with service-connected disabilities. Covers eligibility, the five tracks of VR&E, how to work with a VR&E counselor, and how to use VR&E alongside other VA benefits.
What the Book Covers
Key topics and takeaways from The VR&E Playbook:
Who This Is For
- Veterans with service-connected disabilities who need education or training
- Veterans comparing VR&E to the GI Bill
- Veterans who want to understand all five tracks of VR&E
- Anyone working with or preparing to work with a VR&E counselor
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Companion Toolkit
20 files for The VR&E Playbook — Organized by when you need them as you access your benefits.
Eligibility & Qualification
2 files
Enrollment & Setup
3 files
Usage & Navigation
10 files
Employment Handicap Documentation Worksheet
DOCXDocument employment handicap factors for VR&E eligibility determination
11 KB
Orientation Preparation Kit
DOCXPrepare for your VR&E orientation meeting with goals and documentation
10 KB
Post VR&E Employment Transition Guide
DOCXTransition from VR&E to civilian employment with continued support
13 KB
Track Change and Dispute Templates
DOCXTemplates for requesting a VR&E track change or disputing a counselor decision
11 KB
VA Forms Quick Reference
DOCXQuick-reference guide to the VA forms used at each stage of a claim
11 KB
VR&E Education Benefits Reference
XLSXReference guide to education benefits available through VR&E Chapter 31
9 KB
VR&E Orientation and Counseling Kit
DOCXPrepare for VR&E orientation and initial counseling appointments
12 KB
Tracking & Monitoring
5 files
Benefits Coordination Tracker
XLSXTrack multiple VA benefits simultaneously and avoid conflicts between programs
11 KB
Claims Master Tracker
XLSXTrack every claim, rating, effective date, and status in one master spreadsheet
11 KB
Degree Program and Financial Planner
XLSXBuild a year-by-year financial model from separation through year five
10 KB
How to Use This Toolkit
Every file is yours to keep. The Word documents (.docx) are your guides and reference materials — open them and follow the steps for each benefit. The spreadsheets (.xlsx) are your trackers and calculators — they include real formulas that do the math for you. Save them to your computer and update them as your situation changes.
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Disclaimer: FWD Assist HQ and FWD Assist Publishing provide educational resources only. Nothing on this page constitutes legal advice, medical advice, or accredited representation. Always consult with an accredited VA attorney, claims agent, or Veterans Service Officer for personalized guidance.