Workforce FAQ

Which degrees and certificates can Workforce Grants provide funding? 

• Workforce Programs support students pursuing Professional Technical degree and certificates.

I would like to pursue an Associates of Arts (AA) transfer program at TCC, can I get funding?

• BFET and WorkFirst Grants are available to help with specific academic transfer programs such as Business DTA, Computer Science, Biology, and more. 
• General Academic Transfer AA DTA is not eligible for Workforce Grants.
• Worker Retraining and ​Opportunity Grant cannot assist any Academic Transfer Programs.

Could I pursue a Bachelor degree at TCC and be eligible for Workforce funding?

• Worker Retraining Grant can assist all Bachelor of Applied Science Degrees.
• Opportunity Grant can assist the Health Information Management (HIM) Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) and the Community Health Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS).
• BFET and Workfirst cannot assist students in a Bachelor degree program but can assist with an AAST degree that may lead to a BAS degree.

I received Pell Grant for tuition and books, can I still get funding from Workforce?

• Workforce funding serves as ‘start-up’ and ‘fill-in the gap’ assistance. If Pell Grants or other grants cover a student’s tuition, fees, and books, Workforce funds cannot be used for that quarter. Students should explore other resources for additional needs.
• For more information and additional resources, visit our Resource Page.

I attended a Workforce Workshop and completed the Intake Application, now what?

• We have provided you with a Workforce student checklist, please follow the checklist.
• For further questions and assistance, please contact your workforce navigator directly or reach out to our office.

I am not sure what program I want to study - Can I still apply for Workforce Funding?

• TCC has many degrees that lead to good careers. Attending a Workforce Workshop will outline the programs eligible for funding, get you started on enrolling and highlight resources available to help you choose a degree path.

How do I find out more?

• Getting started is simple!  Take the short survey to see if you qualify and register for Workforce Grants and Application Workshop to learn about our programs and apply for funding and services. It takes only one application to get connected with the programs that are best for you.  Take the Survey here!