Complete the steps below within 90 days prior to the first day of class. All documentation must be received in order to determine eligibility for our scholarship.
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Apply to the SchoolContact the admissions office or academic advisor at the school you plan to attend to start the registration process and outline what classes you need to take for your chosen training program. (If allowed without a payment plan, start enrolling in classes to reserve your spot.)
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Download Scholarship ApplicationComplete the scholarship application in its entirety. It is recommended to download and save this document to your computer, then open using Adobe Acrobat Reader.
To submit the completed application, Email to: livingstonworkforceservices@gmail.com OR Drop off or mail to Livingston Workforce Services, 211 E. Madison, Ste. 3, Pontiac, IL 61764 |
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Submit IdentificationSubmit an image of your Driver’s License and Social Security Card. These can be brought into our office or uploaded electronically to a secure location. Please contact us to request a link to the secure location through Sharefile.
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Contact Us to Schedule an AppointmentCall 309-268-8280 to schedule an appointment with a career planner to discuss your application and develop an Individual Employment Plan, which is a plan of action to help you reach your employment goals.
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Supporting DocumentationIn order to be accepted to the program, an individual must be found eligible (low income individual, dislocated worker, under age 25 with a barrier to employment). A career planner may request additional documentation (i.e. paystub, written notification of layoff, high school transcript / drop out letter) as proof of your eligibility.
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Basic Skills TestingTABE testing is used to effectively assess skill and knowledge of individuals applying for the WIOA scholarship. The intent is to ensure individuals do not require remedial education prior to attending training. Individuals who have an associates degree or recently passed a placement test may be exempt from testing. A career planner will contact you to schedule an appointment to test, if necessary.
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Acknowledgment SignatureOnce you have successfully completed all steps above and are deemed eligible to receive WIOA assistance, a career planner will review documentation. This documentation consists of a Drug Free Policy, EO statement, Release Authorization, WIOA Application, and Individual Employment Plan.
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Complete the FAFSAComplete the FAFSA and email a copy of your financial aid award letter to your career planner or livingstonworkforceservices@gmail.com. (This is required for programs that accept financial aid (Pell/MAP), which will be applied prior to WIOA funding. CDL and CNA programs are usually exempt from this.)
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Enroll in ClassesContact the college or trade school to enroll in classes and email a copy of your schedule / bill to your career planner or livingstonworkforceservices@gmail.com. This can be done anytime, but is required before we can submit payment for tuition and books, even if deemed eligible for assistance.
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