Episode 65: Developing a Military Occupational Crosswalk

Andrew LaFratte, Deputy Policy Director, shares an initiative that the Pennsylvania Department of State has developed to lessen the regulatory licensure burden for military veterans and spouses. Based on results from a veterans licensure survey they conducted, the Department recognized the need for better guidance on the transferability of military credentials and experience into occupational licensing requirements. The result - a Military Occupational Crosswalk to identify and relate civilian career opportunities and requirements to a veteran's military experience. Hear about the challenges faced by the veteran community when applying for licensure, the purpose of the Crosswalk, the development of the Crosswalk, promotion of the Crosswalk to the various stakeholders, the impact that it's had so far, and advice for other jurisdictions that may wish to undertake such an initiative.

Transcript: http://clearweb.drivehq.com/podcast_transcripts/CLEAR_podcast_episode65_Military_Crosswalk_052323_transcript.pdf

Related CLEAR webinar recording for purchase: The Effects of Occupational Licensure for Veterans and Military Spouses shares more about the results of the veterans survey