Job Training and Education Assistance
We provide career counseling and funding for training and education costs to help you move forward in a career that’s right for you. We may be able to help you connect with apprenticeship opportunities or earn your college degree, GED, license or certificate.
How can we help?
Diploma or GED
For eligible youth and adults ages 14+, we may be able to help pay for adult education registration, GED testing, studying and tutoring resources as well as completion of traditional or alternative high school. Once you’ve received your GED or diploma, our employment counselors will help you assess your needs and career goals. They can connect you with post-secondary education or certification needed for your desired career.
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Occupational licensing or certification
If you are looking to get an occupational license or certification to take the next step in your career, we can help. We provide personalized career coaching, career assessments and financial support for eligible Utahns. We can pay for tuition, books, testing and licensing fees. We also offer cash incentives for eligible youth ages 14-24 who complete an occupational license or certification program.
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Apprenticeship opportunities
Whether you are looking to start or make a change in your career, apprenticeships are a great option for post-secondary education. The learn-and-earn aspect of apprenticeship combines on-the-job learning with related classroom instruction. Benefits include incremental wage increases, job security and a portable, nationally or industry-recognized credential, certificate or degree. We can connect you with the right apprenticeship opportunity and may be able to help you pay for the necessary classroom training and required supplies.
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How do you apply for assistance?
Step 1
Create a Utah ID or sign in to your account
From jobs.utah.gov select ‘Sign in’ and ‘my Job Search’ in the upper right corner.
Step 2
Submit an application
Apply online or in person at a local employment center. Eligibility varies based on your situation. If you are interested, we encourage you to apply. The application is simple and takes less than 10 minutes to complete. You may be eligible for Career and Education resources if one of the following situations applies:
- You’ve been laid off from a job
- Have a qualifying household income
- You are between the ages of 14-24 and are out of school struggling to connect to employment, start or finish school or are struggling at school or work
- You have been in foster care and are between the ages of 16-26
Step 3
Meet with an employment counselor to complete eligibility
You will be contacted by an employment counselor within three business days of your application to schedule an appointment to finalize your eligibility. Your counselor will let you know what additional documentation you need to submit. If you are eligible, you will work with your counselor to complete assessments and determine the services available to you to help achieve your career goals.
If you are over the age of 14, low income or have been laid off, you may be eligible for Career and Education assistance. We can help you take the next step on your career pathway or start a career path that could lead to your dream job.