Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, is a nutrition program that helps low-income individuals and families buy food and stay healthy.
The SNAP E&T program is a job readiness program that prepares adults for employment by offering tuition and textbook assistance, career support, and extra resources. This program is FREE to those that qualify!
Am I eligible?
To be eligible for the SNAP E&T Program:
- MUST receive SNAP benefits
- MUST have a high school diploma/GED
- CANNOT receive TANF benefits
- CANNOT have previously completed and E&T program at ANY institution
SNAP participants cannot select training programs in which they cannot be legally employed. Participants must be able to perform the duties of the training program they are selecting.
Students that have a HOLD*** within the college system will not be allowed to register for the SNAP E&T program until the financial obligations are met with the college. If you have questions about a financial hold contact the Financial Affairs office
***HOLD—A hold is when the college does not allow you to register for classes because you either owe money, or have documentations missing in the system.
How Do I Sign Up?
Individuals interested in registering for the SNAP E&T program must:
- Take a Math and Reading assessment
- Attend a program orientation
- Meet 1-on-1 with a member of the SNAP E&T team
What Training Programs are Available?
Allied Health
General Education & Professional Programs
Nursing & Emergency Services
Technology
Workforce Education
The services that SNAP E&T staff provide our students are integrated, comprehensive and personalized. For more information, or if you are already receiving SNAP E&T but unaware of these supports please email.