Scholarships (for Non-Credit Short-term Training)
Scholarships
- BCBS Firefighter Stipend Application
- SECU Bridge to Career Scholarship (view the flyer)
- Be a US Citizen and NC resident
- Must be enrolled in Workforce Continuing Education pathways/courses leading to a North Carolina Workforce Credential identified as either Essential or Career level. A list of eligible credentials is available at https://nccareers.org/credentials/credentials-list.
- Be part of one of the following target groups: unemployed or underemployed, member of the NC National Guard, military veterans or spouses, or underserved populations in a specific workforce sector
- Not be a Director, employee, or family member of an employee of the State Employee’s Credit Union or SECU Foundation
- Must complete coursework by August 31, 2023.
Submit applications to mcooper@waynecc.edu.
Other Financial Assistance
HEERF III Funds
Wayne Community College wishes to aid students directly or indirectly impacted by the Coronavirus Outbreak. Please complete the application to request assistance. Eligible students must be currently enrolled or have completed an occupational extension course in Workforce Continuing Education in Fall 2022.
Instructions: Please complete and return the application to Ms. Maxine Cooper (919-739-6938) at mcooper@waynecc.edu or at the Workforce Continuing Education Building (Walnut Building, East Entrance) by Tuesday, November 1, 2022.
Download the HEERF III Application
Grants
Short-term Workforce Development (STWD) Grant
The Short-term Workforce Development Grant is for eligible students pursuing high-demand workforce training programs within workforce pathways identified in collaboration with the Department of Commerce that lead to a state or industry-recognized credential. Based on student needs, awards can be up to $750 per course and may address tuition/registration fees, course fees, books, supplies, credentialing tests, transportation, childcare, and other costs of attendance.
Eligible credentials:
- Must be a North Carolina resident as determined by the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Must be enrolled in Workforce Continuing Education pathways/courses leading to a North Carolina Workforce Credential identified as either Essential or Career level. A list of eligible credentials is available at https://nccareers.org/credentials/credentials-list.
Download the STWD Grant application
NOTE: Curriculum students are not eligible for this scholarship.
Below is a helpful video showing you how to complete the Residency Determination Service.