
22 veterans take their lives every single day. That's 22 too many.
With Your Shield, together with the United Services Academy, gives veterans a new mission — training, purpose and a renewed sense of honor.
Together we provide a career path in HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing, with 100% tuition, housing, meals, and travel covered along with a path to business ownership.
Founders Pledge
"At United Services Academy, we aspire to make your decision to serve in the military the best decision you ever made."

Launch a skilled‑trades career in 6 weeks
United Services Academy offers comprehensive skilled trades training in Puerto Rico, specializing in HVAC/R, electrical, and plumbing systems. Our intensive 6-week program prepares students for immediate employment in high-demand trades.
Veterans: Qualified veterans receive full tuition coverage, housing support, and comprehensive career placement assistance. Your service deserves our support.
What you get
Hands‑on training that combines HVAC/R, electrical fundamentals, and plumbing basics—plus business and soft‑skills. Based in Puerto Rico, we prepare motivated adults, including transitioning veterans, to step into paid roles with real momentum.
- • HVAC/R — residential & light commercial
- • Electrical fundamentals (circuits, safety, meters)
- • Plumbing basics for service & install contexts
- • Customer service & business operations
- • Toolkit + tablet for learning
- • EPA cert prep, OSHA awareness & background check
* Tuition, stipends, housing, and tools reflect the program model. Confirm current details with Admissions.
Fast‑Track, High‑Touch
Six weeks of intensive, instructor‑led training with a low 25:1 student:teacher ratio.
Multi‑Trade Focus
You'll learn HVAC/R, electrical, and plumbing fundamentals so you're immediately useful across multiple trades.
Career‑Ready Support
Placement assistance and an alumni network that helps grads land and grow.
Outcomes that matter
We don't just help you get trained and placed into jobs; we also give you the tools to pursue self-employment. Alongside your chosen trade—whether HVAC/R, electrical, or plumbing—you'll also learn customer service, communication, and safety skills that set you apart.
Typical Six‑Week Program Flow
Safety, tools, fundamentals, electricity basics.
Residential systems: install, troubleshoot, maintain.
Commercial systems & refrigeration.
Diagnostics, soft‑skills, employer expectations.
EPA prep, capstone lab, interviews & placement.
Syllabus outline for illustration; coordinate final curriculum with Director of Education.
Program at a glance
Comprehensive support from enrollment to career success, with pathways for both employment and entrepreneurship.
Job Placement Assistance
Strong employer partnerships and direct placement support for graduates.
Career Pathways
Employment or self-employment support tailored to your goals.
Veteran-Friendly
GI Bill acceptance and specialized support for transitioning veterans.
Small Class Sizes
25:1 student-teacher ratio for individualized instruction.
Alumni Network
Ongoing career support and mentorship from successful graduates.
Continuing Education
Advanced trades and business management courses available.
Entrepreneurship Track
Optional franchise and entrepreneurship track for graduates who want to scale their business and create their own opportunities.
Perfect for veterans with leadership experience looking to build their own business empire.
Lifetime Support
Lifetime job board access and ongoing employer connections to support your career growth throughout your professional journey.
Your success is our long-term commitment, not just a one-time placement.
Leadership
A seasoned team spanning education, operations, and veteran support.
Dan O'Shevlin
Founder
Nathan Park
President
Jimmie Dale
Vice President
Perry Northcutt
Director of Admissions
Maggie Keeling, Ph.D., LMFT
Director of Psychology
Our Commitment to Veterans
We are dedicated to helping our combat veterans be successful when they leave the military by helping them acquire essential trades for civilian life. Your transition from service to skilled trades is our priority.
Ready to change careers in six weeks?
Speak with Admissions about upcoming cohort dates and enrollment details.
Ready to Start Your Career Journey?
Take the first step toward a rewarding career in skilled trades. Our admissions team is ready to help you succeed.
Get in Touch
Ready to transform your career? Our admissions team is here to guide you through the enrollment process and answer all your questions.
Location
Puerto Rico Campus
Airport access via SJU
Veteran Support
GI Bill acceptance
Specialized transition assistance
Job Placement
100% placement goal
Strong employer partnerships