I am a new certifying official at a clock-hour school. What determines if my veteran students will be paid benefits on a full-time basis?
The VA has published requirements that specify what constitutes full-time enrollment at a clock-hour school. If laboratory instruction predominates in the curriculum, the student must be in attendance at least 22 clock hours per week to receive full-time benefits. If theory predominates, a student must attend 18 clock hours per week. Benefits will be paid at a lesser amount in accordance with VA guidelines specified in 38 CFR 21.4270. • What types of programs or schools must receive SAA approval? Any educational institution that enrolls veterans or other eligible students in high school or post-secondary programs must be approved by the SAA in order to have education benefits paid. Examples: • Colleges and universities. • Occupational schools. • Hospital training and residency programs. • High school diploma, G.E.D., or post-diploma certificate programs. • Must I report any changes to my publications, programs, or policies to the SAA? Yes, failure to report any changes could result in
