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FInancial assistance for Credentials

Are Industry-based certifications more than you can afford?

Industry-recognized credentials are essential for Virginia’s workforce and economy.   Understanding this, Virginia has established two financial assistance programs for Virginia residents who are pursuing training in high-demand fields that lead to an industry-based certification of licensure. 

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Use the links above to learn about these financial assistance programs.
Financial Assistance Programs

 

Workforce Credentials Grant

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  • If you meet the Virginia Residency Requirements, this grant is availble to you for any qualified program.

How it works: 

  1. You pay the first 1/3 of the class tuition when you register.
  2. The Commonwealth of Virginia pays 1/3 when you complete the class.
  3. The final 1/3 is paid by the Commonwealth of Virginia when you earn a high-demand industry credential.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Financial Aid for Non-credit Training leading to Industry Credentials (FANTIC)

Up to 90% of the program tuition may be covered by FANTIC.  However, FANTIC awardees who do not complete their FANTIC-paid program must agree to re-pay the amount received from FANTIC, plus an additional 1/3 of the program cost.

Income Guidelines to determine an applicant’s eligibility for FANTIC:
Family Type
Maximum Income Allowed
1 person $23,540
2 people $31,860
3 people $40,180
4 people $48,500
5 people $56,820
6 people  $65,140
7 people  $73,460
8 people  $81,780

An applicant’s income must not exceed the above maximum income allowed as determined by the 2015 HUD Guidelines for Virginia.  (HUD Guidelines are subject to periodic change.)