ADA: Bridging the Gap - Veterans, Disability and the ADA (NA2612)

Course Format

This course is online. All course material is available online and is accessible immediately after purchase from your account homepage. Certificate of Completion is available immediately upon passing the exam.

Course Overview

Veterans represent a significant portion of the workforce in the United States, with many individuals experiencing disabilities as a result of their military service or other causes. The definition of "disability" varies between the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

This class provides an overview of the ADA, related federal statutes, and the protections available to veterans under these laws. When a veteran qualifies as disabled under the ADA, specific employment requirements and accommodation options may be applicable.

Additionally, there is an ongoing debate regarding the process for seeking disability protections within the VA system, including potential risks associated with that process.

Course Objectives

1. Describe the ADA and the Federal Acts that complement it.


2. Explain the difference in "disability" between the VA and the ADA.


3. State what employers need to know about the employment of disabled veterans.


4. List some common accommodations made for veterans with specific disabilities.


5. Explain the difficulties in requesting disability status from the VA and the risks for some veterans with fraud.

Course Outline