Accelerated Training Program with Optional High School Equivalency Program
The Accelerated Training program is provided to students who wish to co-enroll in an accelerated workforce training program in Industrial, Business of Health in-demand, targeted occupations. Participants must agree to co-enroll in both a high school equivalency or preparatory class which leads towards completion of their GED or HiSET exam. Also, participants must meet minimum eligibility criteria collected during orientation which includes an educational skills assessment test.
Students who participate in their program would receive a continuing education completion certificate and/or a state license or occupational skills award. Additionally, career navigation support is provided towards any post-secondary transitions or job placement opportunities.
Ability to Benefit Financial Aid Program
The Ability to Benefit grant funded program will allow eligible students without a high school diploma or recognized equivalent to enter postsecondary education in a Career Pathway program and become eligible to receive future federal financial aid.
The objective of the capacity building for the Ability to Benefit initiative is to implement activities that develop institutional capacity to recruit, enroll and serve students without a high school credential in eligible Career Pathways programs and to fast-track student access to Pell grant financial aid.