The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Veteran Services Department has opened registration for its 2026 Veteran’s Advocate Training. The program will take place from February 8 to 13, 2026, at the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center in Hollywood, Maryland. Interested members must submit their registration by December 15, 2025.
The training is designed to provide IAM members with instruction on U.S. Veterans Affairs benefits. Certified professionals will lead the sessions, and those who complete the course will join the IAM-wide Veteran Service Officer (VSO) team. This network aims to help IAM members who are U.S. military veterans access VA benefits.
According to the organization, “Through this course, members acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to assist veterans in navigating the often-complex VA benefits system, ensuring that our brothers and sisters who served receive the support, resources, and respect they deserve.”
Details about tuition, transportation, and curriculum are included in a call letter provided by IAM. Members can register using the Departmental Program Registration Form.
For more information or questions regarding registration or program details, individuals are encouraged to contact the IAM Veteran Services Department at 301-967-4500.
