Unemployment is unfortunately rising across the nation, and many affected wage earners are considering going back to college to increase their skills or otherwise redirect their careers. The federal Trade Act is available to help, though it is restricted in its use. By law, the Trade Act extends benefits to students whose qualified educational program falls below a $10,000 cap. For details, please visit: http://www.doleta.gov/tradeact/.
Displaced workers in the Commonwealth can also seek assistance from Virginia Workforce Centers. A list of centers can be found at: http://www.vwn.virginia.gov/onestop/onestop.pdf.
Please be aware that most need-based financial aid is based upon the family’s prior year financial status. If the family is now suffering a loss of income due to job layoffs, the college has the authority to review the student’s current financial status and make adjustments to the FAFSA. This process is called Professional Judgment and may result in increased eligibility for need-based aid, including the federal Pell grant. Students should contact the Financial Aid office at their institution for further information.
Yes, I would like to go back to school next spring to get my G.E.D and my Veterinary license. An truly I can’t afford it by myself, is there anyway you could help.
Yhank you, Amy.
Amy mentions obtaining a GED in her comment above. The Tests of General Educational Development (GED) enable individuals who have not graduated from high school to demonstrate the attainment of abilities normally associated with completion of a high school program of study. There is a $35.00 fee required to take the entire battery of five tests and a $7.00 fee for each individual test.
For information on what you should do to prepare for the GED Test and preparation programs in your area, call 877-37MYGED (877-376-9433.) You may also visit the American Council on Education website.