Mariners Learning System's American Hero Fund
Does Mariners Learning System offer military and/or first responder discounts?
To say thanks for your bravery and sacrifice, qualified veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders can receive 25% off SITEWIDE through the MLS American Hero Fund.
How do I claim this American Hero Fund discount?
You can get access to this exclusive offer within 4 easy steps...
Step 1 - Choose Your Product
Choose one of more select online MLS captain's license / FCC courses OR browse our website.
Step 2 - Add To Cart
Add your selections to the shopping cart. Click the shopping cart icon to view and manage items in your cart anytime.
Click the "Checkout" button in the cart when you are ready to finalize your order.
Step 3 - Verify through ID.me
On the first Checkout screen you can Get Verified with ID.me. Click on the green ID.me Military or First Responder button.
Select your group.
Sign in or create an account with ID.me to verify your identity.
Once signed in, you will automatically be redirected to the shopping cart. If eligible, your discount will be automatically applied to your order.*
Step 4 - Complete Checkout
Once verified, complete your purchase by completing the checkout process and start studying today.
How does Mariners Learning System verify my eligibility?
MLS is proud to partner with ID.me to qualify those in our American Hero Fund program. ID.me's digital identity platform offers an easy and secure way for military veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders to verify their status and receive discounts from Mariners Learning System.
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Who does ID.me verify under the group: military?
ID.me verifies the military status of members across the military community, such as...
- Service Members
- Veterans
- Retirees
- Military Spouses
- Military Families
How do I verify my military status?
There are a number of ways ID.me allows members to verify their military status. You can confirm with your USAA membership, check military service records, enter a .mil e-mail address, or upload military documentation.
Examples of military documentation include DD214, NGB form 22, Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC), or a Veteran Identification Card (VIC).
Does MLS accept the GI Bill?
Honoring those who answer the call of duty, Mariners Learning System offers a privately funded American Hero Fund that will steeply discount the cost of your course tuition. Therefore, we do not accept the GI Bill.
Who does ID.me verify under the group: first responder?
ID.me verifies the first responder statuses of many subgroups within the community, such as...
- Police Officer
- Sheriff
- State Trooper
- Corrections Officer
- Federal Officer
- Career Firefighter
- Volunteer Firefighter
- EMT
- Paramedic
- 911 Dispatcher
How do I verify my first responder status as a police officer/sheriff/sheriff deputy/correctional officer/state trooper/or federal law enforcement officer?
If you are any of the above responders, you can verify your status through ID.me with...
- Valid law enforcement ID card
- Pay stub (MUST show position)
- Standard Form 50 (SF-50)
- Retired ID card
- Certificate of retirement
- Pension statement
How do I verify my first responder status as a firefighter?
When verifying your firefighter status, you will be requested to select which state you serve in. From there, a list of documents is shown for you to upload.
How do I verify my first responder status as an EMT or paramedic?
The most common verification method for EMTs and paramedics is providing your EMT/EMS license number. You can also use a valid EMT/paramedic ID card, recent training completion certificate, a copy of a valid and government-issued certification illustrating EMT/paramedic status, a retired ID card, certificate of retirement, or a pension statement.
How do I verify my first responder status as a 911 dispatcher?
As a 911 dispatcher, you can verify through ID.me with your recent training completion certificate, a copy of a valid and professionally-issued certification illustrating 911 dispatcher status, a retired ID card, certificate of retirement, or a pension statement.
* Information updated from ID.me as of 10/28/21