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A Nurse and a Soldier (01:04)

Sgt. Marlene Garcia's Army Reserve experience has proven to be very useful as she studies to be a nurse.

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Army Reserve

Sgt. Marlene Garcia’s Army Reserve experience has proven to be very useful as she studies to be a nurse.

The Army Reserve offers many educational benefits, including the Post-9/11 GI Bill and the College Loan Repayment Program. Army Reserve Soldiers have opportunities to earn professional and trade certificates.

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