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Alexandria/Arlington American Job Center Program Eligibility Chart

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Purpose of the Program Eligibility Chart The purpose of this Program Eligibility Chart is to provide American Job Center staff with a summary of the eligibility requirements for all of the programs available through the Alexandria Workforce Development Center and Arlington Employment Center. The programs presented in this chart are administered by:

• Alexandria City Department of Community and Human Services

• Alexandria City Public School Adult Education

• Arlington County Department of Human Services

• Arlington Public Schools Adult Education

• Catholic Charities

• Melwood Jobs

• National Council on Aging

• Upwardly Global

• Virginia Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services

• Virginia Employment Commission Please email [email protected] with question about this program eligibility chart.

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Fund Age & Other Work Status Selective Service Low Income Test

WIOA Adult

18 years or older. Veterans and eligible spouses have priority.

Citizen or authorized to work in U.S.

If male, registered as required. To check: https://www.sss.gov/Home/Verification

Income test is not required for eligibility. It is required for Priority of Service.

WIOA Dislocated Worker

There is no age limit. Veterans and eligible spouses have priority.

Citizen or authorized to work in U.S., and 1. Terminated or laid off, or received a notice of

termination or layoff, and eligible for or exhausted UI and unlikely to return to industry or occupation; or

2. Lost job from permanent closure or substantial layoff of a plant, facility or enterprise; or

3. Was self-employed and now unemployed because of economic conditions or natural disaster; or

4. Displaced Homemaker; or 5. Spouse of a member of Armed Forces who lost

employment due to permanent change in duty station or is unemployed, underemployed and has difficulty finding or upgrading employment.

If male, registered as required. To check: https://www.sss.gov/Home/Verification

Income test is not required for eligibility.

https://www.sss.gov/Home/Verification





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Fund Age & Other Work Status Selective Service Low Income Test

WIOA In-School Youth

A. 14-24 years old and B. Attending compulsory school and C. Low-Income and D. At least one of the following apply

1. Deficient in Basic Literacy Skills; or 2. Homeless, Runaway; or 3. In foster care or aged out of foster care; or 4. Pregnant/Parenting; or 5. Offender; or 6. Has a disability; or 7. An English language learner.


If male, registered as required. To

check: https://www.sss.gov/Home/Verifi

cation

Income test is required for eligibility.

WIOA Out-of-School Youth

A. 14-24 years old and B. Not attending compulsory school and C. At least one of the following apply: 1. School Dropout; or 2. Youth who (a) received HS Diploma/equivalent and (b) is low-

income and (c) is Deficient in Basic Literacy Skills or is an English language learner; or

3. Required to attend school but has not attended for at least the most recent complete school year’s calendar quarter’; or

4. Homeless or Runaway: or 5. In foster care or aged out of foster care; or 6. Pregnant/Parenting; or 7. Subject to the juvenile or adult justice system; or 8. Has a disability; or 9. Requires additional assistance to complete an educational program,

or to secure and hold employment.


If male, registered as required. To

check: https://www.sss.gov/Home/Verifi

cation

Income test is required for eligibility.








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Fund Age & Other Work Status Selective Service Low Income

Test

Disability Employment Initiative Program

• 18 years or older. Veterans and eligible spouses have priority.

• Interested in and appropriate for career in Information Technology and/or Information Security.

• Enrolled in SSI, SSDI, or can receive or received documentation of disability from DARS.


If male, registered as required. To check:



Go Virginia “IT/IS Career Pathway” Program

• 18 years or older. Veterans, transitioning military, and their spouses have priority.

• Unemployed or underemployed.

• Interested in and appropriate for entry- and mid-level career in Information Technology and/or Information Security. Targeted occupations must lead to average annual wages at or greater than $70,000.00.

• Must live and agree to work in Virginia.


If male, registered as required. To check:






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Partner Period & Cost Eligibility Contact

Arlington Public Schools

Nurse Aide Training Program With an increasing number of people needing specialized health care services and an aging population, job opportunities as a nurse aide continue to grow. Course is designed to provide students with skills needed to earn certification as a Certified Nurse Aide. The certification will equip students to work in nursing homes, hospitals, and home health settings. This 15-week course combines practical experience in a local nursing home with classroom instruction. Classroom instruction is held at the Arlington Career Center on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Practical experience is held at a local nursing home over several week nights. Tuition of $999 includes textbooks.

15 weeks, classes twice a week Mon, Wed evening. $999

A pre-entrance

test is required

To request an application, call (703)228-7200.


Microsoft Office Specialist Preparation MOS Certification Preparation in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint is available through the Arlington Community Learning program. Students will prepare for the exams on Windows 10 machines using the latest version of Microsoft Office.

Classes are available in the morning and evening at the Syphax Education Center. $129 Per Subject Area.

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WordPress Certificate WordPress is the most popular free open source Content Management System used by organizations, private businesses and individuals. Through demonstrations and hands-on instructions given by the instructor, students will learn how to design professional looking full-blown websites with a user-friendly interface, blogging abilities and zero coding knowledge. We will also cover some trouble-shooting tips.

. Tuition: $288

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First Aid and CPR with AED Training First Aid Learn to provide basic first-aid for medical emergencies such as breathing problems; choking, allergic reactions; heart attack; fainting; diabetes, low blood sugar; stroke; seizure; shock. This is a great class for teens as well, especially those who are babysitters. CPR- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and AED Learn vital lifesaving skills, in a fun, very informative environment, hands on training, using cutting edge technology. Participants will meet health/safety standards requirement for a variety of job qualifications. Obtain your American Heart Association Heart saver” CPR certification card and gain confidence for acting in a lifesaving emergency for adults, children and infants. Class includes learning to help an adult, child or infant who is chocking, and the use and AED, a machine with a computer in it that can shock the heart and help it work properly again, improving your chances of saving a victim’s life. This is a great class for teens as well, especially those who are babysitters.

Tuition: $69 Tuition: $109

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Program Courses Period & Cost Eligibility Contact

Arlington Education and Employment Program

Intensive English The program has 10 proficiency levels ranging from beginning literacy to advanced. English is taught by focusing on skills needed to live and work in the U.S. Advanced levels focus on developing English skills within the context of academic subject areas.

Intensive English instruction classes are offered in 120-180-hour time blocks (10-15 hours per week). Class times include morning (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM), late afternoon (4:15 PM to 6:30 PM), and evening (6:45 PM to 9:00 PM). $200-$285

18 years or older, tested

for level.

Call the REEP office at 703-228-4200 or visit our website at: www.apsva.us/reep for specific class times and start dates. [email protected]


Specialty Classes There are a variety of specialty classes offered to intermediate and advanced level learners. These include Conversation and Pronunciation classes, and classes that combine English language development along with earning a professional certification. REEP is currently offering a ServSafe Food Manager certificate class: English + ServSafe Certification English, Workplace Computer skills, MS Office certification Conversation and Pronunciation TOFEL preparation

Professional Certification classes are offered in 120-180-hour time blocks (10-15 hours per week). Class times include morning (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM), late afternoon (4:15 PM to 6:30 PM), and evening (6:45 PM to 9:00 PM). $285 $200 $125

18 years or older, tested

for level.

http://www.apsva.us/reep

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$500 Other specialty classes are held twice weekly, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.


Community Outreach Centers English Classes Free, walk-in English classes are taught by trained REEP volunteers four days a week in the mornings and evenings.

Community Outreach English classes are held Monday through Thursday in the morning and evening.

Adults


Customized Workplace Classes In collaboration with employers, REEP designs ESL classes for employees at the worksite. These customized services are offered on a contractual basis.

Adults

For further information, please contact Natalia Benefiel at (703) 228‐8024.


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Program Program Services Contact

Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services: Vocational Rehabilitation Program

The Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS): Division of Rehabilitative Services (DRS) offers vocational rehabilitation programs and services to assist people with disabilities to prepare for, secure, retain or regain employment. Eligibility Criteria for Vocational Rehabilitation Program when all six (6) of the following federal criteria are met.

1. US Citizen, or Non-US citizen who has provided documentation of legal eligibility to work in the US.

2. Have a physical or mental disability documented by a qualified professional. 3. The physical or mental impairment constitutes or results in a substantial barrier

to employment. 4. The individual is presumed can benefit in terms of an employment outcome

from the provision of VR services. 5. Individual live or work in Virginia. Includes living at a Virginia School. 6. VR Counselor determines that VR services are required to prepare for, secure,

retain or advance in employment. Transition and Education Services assist students and youth in the movement from school to the world of work and adult life. DRS works together with students, youth, families, schools and community agencies and organizations to provide services that lead to a successful transition from school to work. Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS): help afford students with disabilities the support to increase their independence and their awareness of themselves, opportunities available in and through the world of work, and pathways to achieve personal and professional success.

Elaine Chase Employment Services Specialist Senior Division of Rehabilitative Services Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services 5904 Old Richmond Highway, Suite 410 Alexandria. VA 22303 Direct: (703) 253-6067 Main Office: (703) 960-3411 TTY: (703) 317-3525 Alexandria DARS office serves the following counties: Alexandria, Alexandria City, Arlington, Lorton and Springfield.


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Melwood JOBs www.melwood.org

Program Eligibility Top 3 benefits Contact

Melwood provides increased access to and participation in job readiness and employment services for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) recipients living in Alexandria City and Arlington County. Program services are aimed at removing and/or mitigating barriers that have negatively impacted program participants with differing abilities to receive support, secure employment, maintain employment, and develop economic security.

Melwood JOBS is available for individuals who are receiving TANF or have been recipients of TANF in the last 24 months Individual must fall into one of the following categories: Individual has a documented disability or is suspected of having a disability; Individual has been unemployed for 6 months or more; Individual has had 2 or more jobs in the last 6 months; and/or Individual has 6 months or less remaining on their TANF benefits.

The top three services provided to JOBS participants are 1. Job Readiness, Career Coaching,

Job Placement & Employment Retention Supports

2. Intensive Case Management & Training and Development

3. Crisis Intervention and Stabilization

Jennifer Van Buren Program Manager, Melwood JOBs Melwood – Arlington Campus 750 S. 23rd Street, Arlington, VA 22202 (O): 703-299-3232 * (C): 703-655-3537 * (F): 240-204-6045 [email protected]



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Alexandria City Public Schools Adult Education Programs The Adult Education Program is committed to Academic Excellence and to the citizens of the City of Alexandria. Our goal is to provide course that improve the lives of adults through English literacy, the GED or high school diploma as well as provide workforce credential training. Additionally, we support increasing the on-time graduation rate and reducing the dropout rate of T.C. Williams High through the following programs. Website: https://www.acps.k12.va.us/Page/362 Contact Info: Teri Barnett, Director of Adult Learning Office Info & Hours 1340 Braddock Place, 7th floor M-F 8:00a.m.-4:00 p.m. Alexandria, VA22314 (703)619-8027 Main number [email protected] www.acps.12.va.us/adulted (703)619-8027 (office) (703)619-8302 (direct) (703)619-8985 (fax) Locations: Main Day Program Evening Program Corrections GED Program 8:00 a.m.-4:00 pm. 5:30-9:00 pm. Mon-Thurs William Truesdale Adult Detention Center 1340 Braddock Place T.C. Williams High School Alexandria, VA Alexandria, VA 22314 3330 King St [email protected] (703)619-8027 (703)824-6845

Program Description Eligibility Enrollment & Exit Cost Outcome(s)

ISAEP – Individual Student Alternative Education Program

The ISAEP program is a VDOE state funded program with specific guidelines and policies. Designed for students who are at-

• Current T.C. Student

• At least 16 years old

• 1-year behind in credits

• Reading on 7.5 grade level

• High school Counselor must submit ALL required documents

• Student Transcript

• SRI or 8th grade Reading SOL

No cost to student for the course and entry. Students are required to pay for the Official GED exam, $30 for each test or $120 for

• Students earn a high school credential

• ACPS receives 75 quality points toward

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risk of dropping out due to lack of credits and poor attendance. Students will be withdrawn from compulsory education and enrolled in Adult Education

• Students may return to TCW by choice or by removal from ISAEP by program administrator

• Program is M-F 8:45am – 1:00 pm

• Either passing the 8th grade reading SOL test or scored 900 or higher on the SRI (must have documented copies)

• Have a passing score on the GED Ready practice exam

• All students must secure a government photo ID to take the Official GED exam – This does not prevent admission into program

• Complete ISAEP student application

• Parent Consent Form

• Student released signed by Mr. Balas

• GED Ready Test

• All books and Chrome Book returned

• All deficiencies settled/paid

• Registrar must release from TCW once student is approved for ISAEP

the 4-test battery. (No cash) Program includes monthly DASH pass and lunch- If student has a TCW student ID –DASH is included

accreditation if the student graduates within it 4-year cohort. If SPED or ELL receive credit up to age 21

NELL – Newcomers English Language Learners Program

NELL is for high school students 18-21 years old who have traditionally attended T.C. Williams H.S. The program was created to support students who do not meet the on-time graduation guidelines but desire a full day English program

• New to ACPS

• 18-21 years old; in-school

• Gaps in formal education

• No to limited high school credit

• No- to- low English literacy

• Register via the ELL department at central office

• WIDA test

• Losgromos for Spanish speakers

No cost to students, lunch and DASH pass provided

• Students learn English

• Does not earn high school credits

• Once student ages out they may enter the adult ELL classes

• Student may test into the GED program

• Reduces dropout rate


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TCW Credit Recovery (CR) Program

CR classes are for students who failed a for-credit class needed for graduation

• TCW students who need credit to graduate on-time

• Alexandria City resident

• Classes must meet for 70 hours

• Other information TBD

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No cost to TCW students funded by the Adult Ed program and materials supported by TCW

• Students earn course credit

• Improves graduation rate

Adult GED Preparation Program

This course prepares students to pass the GED test. Passing the GED gives those who do not complete high school, or who do not meet requirements for high school diploma, or general equivalency diploma

• 18 years

• An official high school drop-out

• English proficient

• No resident requirement

• Must take the GAIN placement test

• Must score 150 on GED Ready test to register for the Official GED test

• Must a passing score of 145 on each GED section: Math, English, Science and Social Studies to pass the GED exam. *Students who score 174-200 on GED exam receive college credit

• $155w/books

• $75 tuition only

• GED Ready test $24

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If student is a current TCW student and within cohort year, TCW will receive 75 quality accreditation points To take the GED - In Virginia the fee per subject is $30. Total test fee is $120.

Adult H.S. Diploma

Students may work to earn credits to receive a Standard Adult High School Diploma

• 18 years or older


• Must have a high school transcript which shows credit earned


• Earn 21 credits

• No resident requirement

• The evening counseling team will review transcript

• Students who entered 9th grade in the year 2000 and beyond must have passed (1) SOL exams each in math, Science, Social Studies and English

• Or must passed the GED exam

• May take 2 classes per semester

• $85 one class

• $125 for two classes

Student earns a standard high school diploma. If student is within cohort year, TCW will earn 100 quality accreditation points


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English Language Learners (ELL)

EL classes are available for adult (18+), non-native speakers of English who are residents or visitors of the United States. The program consists of six levels of reading, writing, speaking, and listening

• 18 years or older

• Take placement test

• Negative TB result/screening

• Photo ID

• Proof of Alexandria residency, to determine tuition cost

• Take VDOE mandated BEST PLUS-Speaking & Listening test for placement

• Take the” Futures” reading and writing placement test

• EL Level 6 students must also take the GAIN test

• $110-$115/w book

• $75 tuition

• Non-Alexandria residents $150/w book

English, speaking, reading, writing and listening proficiency. Student who successfully pass EL Level 6 may be assessed to enter the GED program

Computer Basics NorthStar Digital Literacy

EL Level 4-Advance, NELL, GED and Workforce students will take the NorthStar Digital Literacy Assessment. Students will receive instruction

• Each Module will yield a certificate of completion

• Students will learn basic computer skills

GED Corrections & Institutions (GED C&I)

This course prepares incarcerated male and female inmates to pass the GED test

• 18 years



• Must take the GAIN or TABE placement test

• Must score 150 on GED Ready test to register for the Official GED test

No charge to students Students earn their GED high school equivalency

Workforce Development

We offer the following job training programs: Commercial Driver’s License Learners Permit training: partners METRO/WMATA & 1st

• 18 years old, select programs prefer 21-year-old CDL

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred)

• English proficiency

• The right to work in the U.S.

• Must be an English Language level 4 or higher

• CDL $75

• Commercial Driver’s License Learners Permit


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NOVA Commercial Driving The ALC Workforce Development Program is a career pathway workforce development curriculum that combines professional training and multiple certificates including:

• Microsoft Digital Literacy Certificate

• CPR Certificate

• CRC Certificate (National Career Readiness)

• Certified Pharmacy Technician

• Medical Administrative Assistant

• Energy and Utility Job

We work in collaboration with the Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) Workforce Development Program as well as Regional Workforce Development Programs to help students learn valuable professional workforce skills such as résumé writing and interviewing in addition to their chosen program of study. Classes are held at the Alexandria Adult Learning Center and taught onsite and online by NOVA professors. Students network with medical professionals from Inova Hospital and Kaiser Permanente Healthcare System, as well as with engineers from several local power and utility companies such as Dominion Virginia Power.

For more information please contact our office at 703-619-8027


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Training Program

Official Pearson VUE GED Test Site

The Adult Learning Center (ALC) Braddock is an official GED test center

You must be at least 18 years old to take the GED. Sixteen –seventeen-year-old ISAEP students may take the GED. Or students who have been released from compulsory education by the Superintendent ONLY!

Must register at GED.com Each GED exam costs $30 each – the 4-test battery cost $120. Retakes cost $10 each


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Virginia Employment Commission

http://www.vec.virginia.gov/unemployed

Program Eligibility Benefits Contact

To assist Clients in finding employment and Unemployment Insurance

To qualify for benefits, Client must have earned enough wages in covered employment during the base period. To qualify for benefits, an individual must have earned at least a total of $3,000 in two quarters in the base period. The “Regular Base Period” comprises the first four of the last five completed calendar quarters preceding a claim’s effective date. Client must be able to work and be available for work.

To provide assistance/information for filing unemployment claims.

• An individual has two options when filing a claim for unemployment.

• 12-26 weeks on eligibility. • Must meet weekly eligibility

criteria. • Weekly earning - Minimum

$60 to maximum $378 Once an individual has filed an initial claim for unemployment, he/she has 5 days to register in the Virginia Workforce Connection (VWC). This can only be done over the internet at www.vawc.virginia.gov . The VWC is a tool used to aid job seekers in finding employment. In addition, the VWC is used for reporting purposes to Richmond and Department of Labor (DOL). Like the Workforce Development Center, the VEC will host hiring events as well as workshops on various topics.

Via the Internet at www.vec.virginia.gov Over the phone via the call center at 1-866-832-2363.



http://www.vawc.virginia.gov/

http://www.vec.virginia.gov/


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VEC Program Eligibility

Benefits Contact

Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) for Virginia

• Funded by US Department of Labor

• Administered by Veterans Services of the Virginia Employment Commission

• Implemented via LVERs and DVOPS

Veterans and eligible Spouses

Disabled Veteran Outreach Program Specialist (DVOPS) Roles: • Provide intensive services via case management to

veterans, TSMs & eligible spouses with Significant Barriers to Employment

• Ex: disabled, low-income, homeless, age 18-24, etc. • Perform Objective Assessment, build Individual

Employment Plan • Refer to community partners for services • Ex: shelter placement, food assistance, rent

assistance • Refer to WIOA-funded or 3rd party service providers

for training Local Veteran Employment Representative (LVER) Roles: 1. Conduct employer outreach to assist veterans

gaining employment 2. Conduct seminars for employers 3. Plan/participate in job fairs, workshops & groups 4. Promote veteran employment and training

programs 5. Promote veteran credentialing & licensing

opportunities 6. Facilitate employment, training and placement

services to veterans 7. Assist employers matching veterans to specific job

openings 8. Conduct training for American Job Center and

Partner staffs

Cynthia Prospers (757) 812-8210 [email protected]


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Catholic Charities Migration and Refugee Services Programs www.ccda.net

Eligibility Services Contact

Matching Grant (MG) • Asylees

• Refugees

• Special Immigrant Visa holders from Iraq and Afghanistan

• Survivors of Human Trafficking

• Cuban/Haitian entrants *Employable adults must access Match Grant within 90 days of arrival/grant of asylum

• Employment

• Case management

• Financial Assistance

Belayneh Loppisso 571-292-2259 [email protected] Program Director. Migration and Refugee Services Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington 80 N. Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22203 Tel -703-841-3876 Fax -703-778-9138

Breaking the Barriers Refugee Social Services Employment Program (BTB)

• Asylees

• Refugees



• Cuban/Haitian entrants *Within five years of date of arrival/grant of asylum

• Employment

• Support Services

• Career coaching

• Short term vocational training

Laurel Collins, 571-364-8007 [email protected]

VA Refugee Student Achievement Project (VRSAP)

• Asylees

• Refugees



• Academic and social adjustment support

• Backpacks and school supplies

AbdullAziz Abokor 571-364-8008 [email protected]

http://www.ccda.net/


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• Cuban/Haitian entrants *Ages 5-18 yrs. within five years of date of arrival/grant of asylum

• Tutoring

Refugee Health Education and Outreach Program (RHEO)

• Asylees

• Refugees



• Cuban/Haitian entrants *Within five years of date of arrival/grant of asylum

• Removing health barriers to employment

• Referrals to free and low-cost health services

• Free diapers

Belayneh Loppisso 571-292-2259 [email protected]

Services for Older Refugees (SOR)

• Asylees

• Refugees



• Cuban/Haitian entrants *60 yrs. and above within five years of date of arrival/grant of asylum

• Reducing social isolation and increasing integration

• Referrals for ESL and training

• Citizenship preparation

Laurel Collins 571-364-8007 [email protected]

ESL classes and ESL workforce development classes

Eligibility:

• Adults 18 years of age and older

• English as a Second Languages classes

• Workforce Development classes (Childcare with Red Cross CPR Certification, Customer Service Certification, Microsoft Office Specialist, etc.)

Jackeline Chavez (571) 208-1572, ext. 104 [email protected]


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• Job Readiness training

• GED classes

• Citizenship classes


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Senior Community Service Employment Program https://www.ncoa.org/economic-security/matureworkers/scsep/

Eligibility Services Contact

SCSEP is funded by the U.S. Department of Labor and is one of three federal workforce development programs that does not overlap with any other similar program.

To be eligible for SCSEP, you must be: • 55 or older • Unemployed • Living on a family income of no more than 125% of

the federal poverty level (if you’re not sure, contact a local SCSEP office)

To apply, simply find your local SCSEP office to complete an application. If you’re eligible and there is no waiting list, you will be enrolled to work at a training site.

Training and work: Participants will be trained in all the skills needed to do the job such as

• Child care provider

• Customer service representative

• Teachers’ aide

• Computer technician

• Building maintenance worker

• Health care worker Participants will work an average of 20 hours a week and earn whichever is highest—the federal, state, or local minimum wage. Most participants are with SCSEP for about six months before we help them find a more permanent job.

Linda Siam Project Lead/Case Manager Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) Fairfax County, Department of Family Services [email protected] 571-396-2640

https://www.ncoa.org/economic-security/matureworkers/scsep/




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