Disabled Transition Assistance Program (DTAP)
DTAP is a briefing sponsored by the Department of Veteran Affairs, in conjunction with the
Department of Defense. It may be offered following a VA Benefits Briefing, a Department of
Labor Employment Workshop, or separately. Contact your local Transition/ACAP Office or Command
Career Counselor to find out when a DTAP briefing is scheduled on your installation. If DTAP
briefings are not available at your facility, the Transition Office or Family Center staff will
refer you to other sources where similar information is available.
DTAP provides separating service members with specialized information about the Department of
Veterans Affairs’ (VA) Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) Program, eligibility,
and how to apply for benefits. Separating service members who believe they have a
service-connected disability are strongly encouraged to request admission to the DTAP class through
their unit commander. DTAP is also available online at
www.vetsuccess.gov
. Some service members who are pending medical separation may be eligible to
receive VR&E services prior to separation.
Service members being separated with a
service-connected disability, or being referred to a Physical Evaluation Board, or placed in a
"medical hold" status by their Service should attend DTAP.
