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CalWORKs

 

What is CalWORKs?

The California Working for Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) is a public assistance program (welfare program) that provides cash aid and services to eligible needy California families that have a child(ren) in the home.



Mission Statement

San Diego Mesa College serves CalWORKs students and their families by providing educational and career opportunities combined with an array of high-quality support services that enable students to complete their educational goals, find meaningful employment, and successfully transition into the workforce.


Eligibility Criteria

  • Currently a CalWORKs recipient receiving cash-aid for themselves and at least one child.
  • Provide current cash-aid “Notice of Action” documentation from the county.
  • Be in good standing with Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA).
  • Be enrolled or plan to be enrolled at San Diego Mesa College at least part-time in a major that leads to employment.
  • Complete a San Diego Mesa College CalWORKs Program Application
  • Working towards one or more of the following:
    ◊ To improve work skills
    ◊ Certificate
    ◊ AA/AS Degree
    ◊ Transfer to a university

    (You don't need a high school diploma or GED to participate)

Services

  • Academic, Career and Personal Counseling
  • Student Educational Plan assistance
  • Priority Registration
  • Personal Development and Academic Success Workshops
  • Student Services and community referrals
  • Transportation, books, supplies and emergency cost assistance
  • Work study opportunity

Advocacy and Coordination with county Health and Human Services Administration


How to apply

To apply to the Mesa College CalWORKs Program, please click below.

Apply to calworks