Veterans and Non-Traditional Learners: Discover How This Shocking Partnership Could Change Your Future!

Jacksonville, Fla. – In a significant move aimed at improving educational access for non-traditional learners, veterans, and working adults, SkillStorm, a leading technology talent accelerator, has announced a new partnership with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU). This collaboration is designed to create pathways for earning college credit and affordable degree options for those looking to advance their careers in technology.

Under this partnership, SNHU will grant college credit to learners from SkillStorm who complete specific certification courses in fields like cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. These certifications, offered by industry giants such as AWS, CompTIA, and Microsoft, will count towards the completion of a bachelor’s degree at SNHU, allowing learners to expedite their educational journey while also cutting down on costs.

To further enhance accessibility, all SkillStorm-certified learners will receive a 15% tuition discount on SNHU's online degree programs. In addition, military-affiliated learners can transfer up to 90 credits from professional military education (PME) and on-the-job training (OJT) towards their bachelor’s degree, recognizing the value of their prior service and experience.

As the landscape of the workforce continues to shift rapidly, the traditional four-year degree is losing ground as the sole pathway to a successful career in technology. Many of SkillStorm's learners are working professionals, career changers, and veterans, all of whom possess valuable real-world experience. This partnership recognizes and rewards the learning that occurs outside conventional classroom settings.

"The future of the tech workforce depends on faster, more flexible pathways," said Joe Mitchell, Chief Operating Officer at SkillStorm. "Too often, talented individuals are held back by systems that fail to recognize skills gained through work, service, or non-traditional education. This partnership with SNHU enables learners to earn college credit while building in-demand technical skills—accelerating their path to a great career in technology without choosing between education and employment."

Since its founding in 1932, SNHU has focused on transforming lives by providing access to high-quality, flexible, and affordable educational pathways tailored to the needs of diverse learners. With over 200 career-oriented online degree programs and extensive support services—including academic and career advising and military benefits specialists—SNHU is dedicated to meeting the demands of both the modern learner and workforce.

This partnership between SkillStorm and SNHU exemplifies a collaborative approach to addressing the growing talent shortages in technology and closing equity gaps for learners from various backgrounds. By valuing skills-based education and offering tangible incentives like college credit and tuition discounts, this initiative empowers students to transition smoothly from certification to degree completion, ultimately enhancing their career prospects.

For those interested in pursuing this opportunity, more information is available, and enrollment is currently open at SNHU's SkillStorm page.

About SkillStorm: SkillStorm is a technology talent accelerator that collaborates with employers, universities, and government agencies to cultivate high-demand tech talent pipelines through recognized certification programs.

About Southern New Hampshire University: SNHU is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with a history spanning 93 years, serving over 200,000 learners globally. It offers approximately 200 undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, available online and at its 300-acre campus in Manchester, NH. Recognized as one of the "Most Innovative" regional universities by U.S. News & World Report, SNHU is committed to expanding access to high-quality education that meets the needs of every learner.