The Veterans Program, under the guidance of General Richard B. Myers, Retired 4 Star General and 15th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is specifically designed and geared to offer veterans the support and services they need to achieve a secure future as professional biomedical technicians.
The challenging boot-camp style training programs at the Medisend College quickly propels students into career opportunities. Our dedicated staff is experienced in working with veterans and their unique skills and backgrounds to ensure that the educational experience at Medisend College is successful.
Matching Scholarships are available to veterans qualified for the BMET Certificate Program and the Post 9/11 GI Bill
Yellow Ribbon Program.
Training Opportunities
• Associate of Applied Science in Biomedical Engineering Technology
• BMET Certificate Program
Entrance Requirements
To be considered for enrollment in the General Richard B. Myers Veterans Program, candidates must meet these requirements:
- Online application
- Competency Exam – passing score
- 21 years of age
- No prior criminal record
Required Documents
- DD-214
- High School diploma (copy)
Supplementary Documents
- College or University transcripts (official)
- Military awarded diplomas (copy)
- Certificate of Eligibility – click here to apply for COE online
Helpful Experience
Technical school or military training in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science or similar curriculum.
- Military work experience in a technical specialty (e.g. technician, mechanic, electrician, lab specialist, med tech or similar technical specialties).
- College/university studies in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Information Technology or similar curriculum.
Tuition and Fees
For information on tuition, fees and VA Benefits, contact:
admissions@myersbmet.org or 214.575.5006 X 112 or X 105
General Richard B. Myers Matching Scholarships
Matching scholarships are available to veterans qualified for the BMET Certificate Program and the Post 9/11 GI Bill Yellow Ribbon Program.
Medisend College – VA Benefits
Medisend College BMET Certificate Program is approved for the following VA Benefits:
Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty (chapter 30 of title 38 U.S.C.)
The Post 9/11 GI Bill – (chapter 33)
Post 9/11 GI Bill Yellow Ribbon Program – matching scholarships available
Montgomery GI Bill – Selected Reserve (chapter 1606 of title 10 U.S.C.)
Reserve Education Assistance Program (REAP chapter 1607 of titles 10 and 32 U.S.C.)
Post-Vietnam Era Educational Assistance (chapter 32 of title 10 U.S.C.)
Dependents’ Education Assistance (chapter 35 of title 38 U.S.C.)
How to Apply for Benefits
To apply for new VA benefits, click here. To find out what benefits you are qualified for, click here.
