Unlock Your Career Potential with MC COOL and USMAP

Marine Corps Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL): Your Path to Professional Growth 

What is MC COOL? 

• A resource for eligible Marines to obtain industry recognized credentials related to their military occupational specialty (MOS) or collateral duties. 

Why Get Certified? 

• Prove What You Know: Obtaining industry recognized credentials will separate you from your peer group. 
• A credential transcends active service: Enhance your professional competitiveness by coupling a civilian credential with your military experience, making it easier to: 
  • ​Secure employment. 
  • Earn promotions. 
  • Access better opportunities. 

United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): Capitalize on the Momentum 

What is USMAP? 

• A program for active duty and active reserve enlisted Marines to enhance job skills and meet civilian apprenticeship requirements while on active duty. It combines formal education with hands-on training, allowing you to earn a nationally recognized Certificate of Completion from the U.S. Department of Labor.  

Key Benefits: 

• Promotion Points: Become more competitive for promotion by simply performing your day-to-day duties. 
• Align Your MOS with Civilian Trades: Obtain a Department of Labor certificate for performing the duties aligned to your MOS. 
• Earn While You Learn: Gain practical experience while receiving wages. 
• Build Specialized Skills: USMAP apprenticeships align with your MOS, showcasing expertise valued by civilian employers. 

Take the Next Step in Your Career 

Unlock opportunities that enhance your skills, prepare you for civilian success, and support long-term growth. Visit MC COOL and USMAP today.