Training and Education Assistance
Upgrading your skills can lead to the right job.
For many career seekers, finding the right job right now is the logical way to go. But if you are uncertain which job is the best fit for you, or if you lack necessary skills/credentials, training may be what you need to achieve your career goals.
Tuition assistance under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) may be available to eligible candidates to provide training in high-demand occupations resulting in employment, increased earnings, and job retention.
CLICK HERE to view demand occupations list
CLICK HERE to view training provider program performance
Get Started: Tuition Assistance Application
Please note: Career training services are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and suitability criteria for the training program.
STEP 1 – Review the Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL)
Verify your chosen training program and provider is on the ETPL. Visit the Job Seeker page on Employ Florida, click Education and Training, then select ETPL Approved Programs. Filter criteria to refine your search. Also ensure your desired occupation appears on the demand occupations list in the link above.
STEP 2 – Application
Download the CareerSource Services WIOA Application, complete the form, and save it to your computer.
Click here to download the WIOA Application
Important Notice Regarding WIOA Grant FundingWIOA grant funding is currently available only to individuals who meet criteria for Dislocated Worker status. You may qualify if you:
- Recently lost your job
through no fault of your own, and are receiving or have exhausted reemployment assistance
benefits
- Have received notice of
a pending layoff or business closure
Additional eligibility requirements will apply.
At this time, only applicants who meet the above criteria will be considered. Please check this page regularly for updates on funding availability.
STEP 3 – Registration
Fully register or update your registration with Employ Florida.
Full registration requires the following:
- Enter or update all fields in the general information area also called “Personal Profile”;
- Complete the background wizard in the “My Background” tab including your education, certifications, three jobs or 10 years of employment history, desired occupation, job type, location and salary. References are optional; and
- In the “Resume Builder” section, upload your resume or create a basic resume from the information you previously entered. If you are not currently looking for work, you can set your resume offline so it is not viewable to employers.
Once you are ready to register at Employ Florida, click the Complete Registration link: Complete Registration
STEP 4 – Submit Your Application
Once you have completed all of the above steps, email your application to [email protected].
Please include in the subject line: “Tuition Assistance Application”. Within the body of the email specify if you live in Citrus, Levy or Marion county.
Your application and Employ Florida registration will be reviewed for completeness before your application is forwarded to a Career Development Coach. You will be notified by email if any necessary information is missing.
OTHER TRAINING OPTIONS
Information on eLearning and online Webinars:
CLICK HERE for more information about Short-Term Training.
Additional information about scholarships, Pell Grants and student loans for other training programs is available through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Visit FAFSA to apply for assistance.