Get ready to build more than just skills—you're about to forge your future. The Forged by Valor team is thrilled to announce our Spring 2026 Launch, and we have some incredible news to share that marks a major step on our journey to full accreditation. We've been working tirelessly to make our program as accessible as possible for the veteran community, and we're excited to share our latest progress.
A Milestone on Our Path to Full Accreditation
From day one, Forged by Valor was founded on a core principle: empowering our nation's heroes with the skills they need for a successful civilian life. We've always known that for many veterans, the cost of education can be a significant hurdle. That’s why our mission has been to not only provide world-class welding training but also to make it as accessible as possible.
This unwavering commitment has led us to a major milestone: we are at the tail end of the first phase of our Department of Education (DoE) approval process. All of our required documents have been submitted, and we are awaiting final feedback. This is a huge step forward and a critical hurdle on our path to full accreditation.
What This Means for You
Completing this first phase means we have met the initial requirements to begin the multi-year process. We are now in a prime position to move forward with the next phases, which include detailed curriculum review and full institutional approval.
We want to be fully transparent about the timeline. We anticipate a two-year timeframe until we are fully eligible to accept federal financial aid and VA benefits. However, this achievement validates the foundation of our program and brings us closer to that ultimate goal.
Our Commitment to Your Success
This journey is a marathon, not a sprint, but we are dedicated to seeing it through. Every step we take is to ensure that more veterans can access the high-quality training they deserve.
The Spring 2026 program will continue to feature:
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Hands-on, immersive training with 800 hours of instruction.
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Veteran-led instructors who understand your unique background.
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Small class sizes for personalized attention and mentorship.
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Career guidance and job placement assistance to help you land a great job after graduation.
We will continue to provide regular updates as we progress through the DoE and VA approval process. Stay tuned to our blog and social media channels for more information on our Spring 2026 program and the opening of applications. We can't wait to help you forge your next mission.
