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For more information please contact:

Workforce Connection CenterMonday–Friday

8:00 am–4:00 pmHale Alaka‘i, Room 10645-720 Kea‘ahala Road

Kāne‘ohe, HI 96744

www.windwardcce.org/hinet

Workforce Training ProgramsThe following courses, degrees and certificates are currently available to you at Windward Community College.

Certificates of Achievement

• Agripharmtech

• Veterinary Assisting

Certificates of Competence

• Agricultural Technology

• Applied Business and Information Technology (ABIT)

• Geographic Information System and Global Positioning System

• Web Support

• Plant Food Production and Technology

• Plant Landscaping

• Subtropical Urban Tree Care

• Sustainable Agriculture

• MOP Marine Option Program (through UH Mānoa)

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How Do I Apply?Three ways to apply.

1) Complete the on-line “Quick Application” form at www.windwardcce.org/hinet

2) Call the office at (808) 235-7386 to request an application form by mail.

3) Pick-up an application at the Workforce Connection Center, Hale Alaka‘i, Rm. 106.

If you are uncertain if you qualify call Kathy Helfrich at 235-7386 for more information.

Kathy HelfrichProgram Support Specialist

phone (808) 235-7386 fax (808) 235-7434kth@hawaii.edu

Workforce Training

• Certified Nurse Aide

• Photovoltaic Sales

• Photovoltaic Design and Installation

• Building Maintenance

• Business

• Computers and Technology

• Ocean Education and Safety

• Hospitality and Culinary

• GoFarm Farm Incubator

Associate Degree (AS)

• Associate in Science in Veterinary Technology

Academic Subject Certificates (ASC)

• Bio-Resources and Technology: Bio-Resources Development and Management

• Business

• Hawaiian Studies

• Psycho-Social Developmental Studies

HI-NETHo‘ola Ike

(gift of knowledge)

HI-NET Ho‘ola Ike

FREE*

MONEY FOR COLLEGE

AND WORKFORCE

TRAINING

College and Workforce Training Funding and SupportWindward Community College is planning a new program in partnership with the State of Hawaii and other service providers to deliver assistance and support for college and workforce training. The Hawaii Nutrition, Employment, & Training program is a federally funded program that is designed to help remove barriers and provide students with access to education and skills training opportunities so they can earn a living wage and achieve financial independence.

Students who qualify for the HI-NET Program may be eligible to receive:

• Tuition assistance

• Assistance with books and mandatory fees (pending the availability of funds)

• Childcare assistance

• Service learning

• Workforce training

• Educational advising, academic coaching and personal support

• Support services

• Tuition or transportation services • Tutoring

• Job search assistance • Books

• Employment advising • Childcare

• Resume writing • Coaching

• Emergency costs • GED testing

• Supplemental instruction • Uniforms

*Program Eligibility criteria:

• Completion of the FAFSA

• Currently receiving or eligible to receive SNAP benefits through DHS

• Enrolled in a vocational, professional technical non-transfer degree or certificate program

• Enrolled in Windward Community College at a minimum of 6 credit hours (part-time) or in an approved non-credit workforce training program

• Not receiving TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)

What Do You Want For Your Future?• A New Career

• Job Training

• Improve Math and English Skills

• To Earn a Living Wage

• Financial Security

How Do I Qualify?You may qualify if:

• You are currently receiving or qualify for SNAP (application assistance available)

• You meet the following income guidelines:

To apply for SNAP benefits through DHS go to: http://humanservices.hawaii.gov/bessd/snap/

SNAP GROSS INCOME STANDARDS (effective 10/1/2014)

Household Size 200% Monthly Gross Income (BBCE)

1 2238

2 3016

3 3794

4 4572

5 5350

6 6130

7 6908

8 7686

Add on + +778

Service Provider PartnersContact Windward Community College, Service providers, or your local SNAP office. Windward Community College will advise you on job training or retraining courses. Service providers will provide you with support to cover transportation, childcare, books, uniforms and school supplies and job search assistance. A SNAP office will assist you with your SNAP needs.