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Training is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. While you can learn the skills you need on-the-job for many occupations, other skills may be required for higher paying jobs.
WARNING: Before you move ahead with training, you may want to consider taking some self-assessments to find out if your interests, personality, and skills match what is needed for the type of work you're training for! We've included several under Career Exploration.
Whether you are preparing for, applying to, or wondering how to pay for or get through college, an excellent source of information is College for Texans.com
Another good resource is a Student Guide
If you're looking for schools in Texas, you can find them at Community Colleges, or Universities
If you're interested in going to school, don't let a lack of funds stop you! Check out some of the financial aid available.
| Aid Type | Description and Link |
|---|---|
| Scholarships |
Scholarships fund may come from a variety of sources, include local civic clubs, alumni groups, local and national businesses, and individuals. Most high schools and colleges have information on eligibility criteria and how to apply for local scholarship awards. Two internet sites are FinAid or College for Texans.com |
| Pell Grants |
Pell Grants are awarded only to undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor's or professional degree. (A professional degree would include a degree in a field such as medicine, law, or dentistry.) For many students, Pell Grants provide a foundation of financial aid to which other aid may be added. A Federal Pell Grant, unlike a loan, does not have to be repaid. For more information Pell Grants To apply on-line, go to Application |
| State Education Grants |
Texas also awards grants based on need. Students must have completed a free financial aid Application |
| Student Loans |
Various federal student loan programs are available. See Student Loans |
| Military/Veterans Benefits |
General information - Military, or Veterans To find approved training providers for veterans, see Training Providers |
| Workforce Investment Act |
The Workforce Investment Act (WIA) may provide training assistance and supportive services to eligible individuals for training that is in targeted occupations (see below). Eligibility rules apply, see your local workforce center. WIA restricts most training activities to providers that are on the Statewide Eligible Training Provider list. The Statewide List of Certified Training Providers includes all training programs that are currently approved by one or more Workforce Boards and certified by the Texas Workforce Commission. Training Providers |
| Trade Adjustment Act |
The Trade Adjustment Act provides reemployment services for individuals who lost their jobs due to foreign competition, and may provide training assistance and trade adjustment allowances for eligible individuals. Eligibility rules apply, see your local workforce center (link to p 21 workforce centers) |
| Student Loans |
Loans - Student Loans |
| Tax Credits |
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| Tuition Exemptions |
For Non-residents |
| Work Study |
Jobs (usually on campus) that are offered by the college to help students pay for tuition or other college costs. Work Study jobs are awarded based on financial need. |
Other U.S. Department of Education web sites that provide valuable financial aid information:
Additional general information about training can be found at Training Providers and Programs, or at Proprietary Schools
Cost of attendance information for Texas schools is at Cost
We've done a labor market analysis, and determined a list of Target Occupations. These show a demand in the Deep East Texas area; pay starting wages of at least $8.50 per hour, or show a very high demand and pay over $6.00 per hour; and require some training.
(See Career Exploration for a list of Jobs in Demand in Deep East Texas)
The statewide list of WIA Certified Eligible Training Providers
The Workforce Investment Act allows on-the-job training as a possible activity for eligible individuals. The activity allows businesses to hire individuals and train them for an occupation. See your local workforce center for more information.
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