Available to students receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) from the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). To receive funding, the student must have a referral from their DSHS WorkFirst case manager to GHC.WorkFirst students must attend orientation before becoming a WorkFirst student. Students may receive funds for tuition, books, and other support services.
Eligibility Requirements
- Receiving TANF from DSHS (cannot be Tribal TANF).
- Must be referred by your DSHS Case Manager prior to being eligible for the program.
- Must be willing and able to participate in enrolled activities, including during the breaks.
Approved Educational Pathways
- Accounting
- Automotive
- Business Management
- Business Technology
- Carpentry
- CDL
- CNA
- Diesel
- Early Childhood Education
- ELA
- GED
- HS21
- Human Services
- Medical Assistant
- Nursing
- Occupational Entrepreneurship
- Welding
* Bachelor’s programs, AA-DTA, and other General DTA programs require approval from the SBCTC.
Supports
- Tuition
- Books
- Tools
- Digital Supports
- Clothing
- Testing
- Hygiene
- Transportation
Program Staff
Amanda Newbold
WorkFirst Coordinator
Savannah Thompson
Program Assistant
wfspinfo@ghc.edu
(360) 538-4058
Apply for Funding
This application is used for BFET, OPG, WRT, WF and EAG. Please only complete one application and it will be evaluated for all five programs.
Other Forms
For a printable version of the application, please contact the Workforce Funding office by emailing wfspinfo@ghc.edu or by calling (360) 538-4058. We are open Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.