Job Training and GAP Tuition Assistance | Hawkeye Community College

This program provides needs-based tuition assistance for approved short-term continuing education training programs for in-demand occupations. Since non-credit programs are not eligible for federal financial aid, this program is designed to bridge the funding gap for individuals that meet program and income guidelines to complete short-term training programs. The following short-term, high-demand career training programs are approved for Gap Tuition Assistance:

• Class A Commercial Driver's License Certificate
• Certified Professional Medical Coder
• Certified Nursing Assistant
• CNC Machining
• Construction Equipment Operator
• Industrial Maintenance
• Introduction to Construction Trades
• Patient Access and Front Desk
• Pharmacy Technician
• Production Welding

Tuition assistance for this program is based on financial need and the ability to complete a program and gain full-time employment. If participants receive food assistance, they may qualify to participate in free training. The program was developed to help individuals learn skills for in-demand jobs that pay a higher wage.

01/07/2025