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Six most frequently asked questions about WIA training
Q: Can WIA pay for books as well as tuition?
A: Yes, if the training is approved and the cost is within the scholarship budget.
Q: I need to go back to work. Can I finish school part-time?
A: Yes, people are encouraged to work
Q: I don't have a high school diploma yet. Do I need to complete a scholarship application form?
A: WIA can pay for basic skills classes such as GED preparation without WIA clients completing a scholarship form.
Q. I am retirement age, but I don't want to stop working. Do I qualify?
A. WIA is for people 14 to 114 years old.
Q: The training I need is 30 miles away. Can WIA help with gas money?
A: Yes, if the training is approved financial assistance may be available for transportation and child care.
Q: I already have a two-year degree, but I need a couple of courses to brush up my computer skills. Am I eligible for a WIA scholarship even though I already have one degree?
A: Scholarships are determined on an individual basis. Having a degree will not necessarily rule a person out. Often people with degrees are approved for short courses to update their technical skills.
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