Workforce Training Grants & Scholarships
Job Training Grant Opportunities
Gain in-demand skills and better job opportunities through workforce training grants designed for career advancement. Trade scholarships and grants remove financial barriers to quality training, allowing you to focus entirely on building your skills. These financial resources make it possible to complete short-term career training and certificate programs without taking on debt.
Many of these funding options include additional support services like career counseling, job placement assistance and connections to local employers who are actively seeking candidates with your new skills. By taking advantage of these resources, you can transform your career prospects within months instead of years.
Workforce Solutions Group Funding Email
sallen34@stlcc.edu
Workforce Solutions Group Funding Phone Number
314-539-5341
Workforce Solutions Group Email
acceleratedjobtraining@stlcc.edu
Workforce Solutions Group Phone Number
314-984-7777
Funding Options
WIOA Program
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program helps you fund your education and training in fields where employers are actively hiring. When you qualify for WIOA funding, you can have your tuition costs covered for approved training programs that connect directly to job opportunities. You'll work with career advisors who provide personalized guidance, assess your skills and help you develop a realistic career plan. What makes WIOA especially valuable is how it links your training directly to actual job openings in your area, so you can be confident your new skills will lead to employment opportunities.
Benefits include:
- Tuition assistance for approved programs
- Career counseling and guidance
- Job search support and placement assistance
- Ongoing mentorship during training
Eligibility: Documentation of identity, work authorization and either income-based qualification or dislocated worker status required. Priority is given to veterans, low-income individuals and those with barriers to employment.
How to Apply: Create an account on the Missouri Job Center website and submit your application.
Contact: Lesley English-Abram at labram@stlcc.edu or 314-644-9308.
SkillUP Program
The SkillUP program helps Missouri residents who receive SNAP benefits (food assistance) get the training they need for better jobs. If you qualify, you'll work with your own career coach who will help you find training programs that match your interests and abilities.
Your coach will create a personalized plan just for you, focusing on skills that local employers are looking for right now. The program provides support every step of the way—from choosing the right training to finding job opportunities after you complete your program. The goal is to help you find stable employment that pays well enough that you may no longer need assistance.
Benefits include:
- Career exploration and assessment
- Training program selection and enrollment assistance
- Financial support for training-related expenses
- Job placement services and interview preparation
- Post-employment support to ensure long-term success
Eligibility: Missouri residents currently receiving SNAP benefits.
How to Apply: Submit your SkillUP training application through our online database.
Contacts: Sophia Allen at sallen34@stlcc.edu or 314-539-5341; Lesley English-Abram at labram@stlcc.edu or 314-644-9308.
PepsiCo Uplift Scholarship
The PepsiCo Uplift Scholarship was created to support your educational journey if you're an underrepresented or underserved STLCC student pursuing certification in high-demand fields. Beyond just covering your tuition, this scholarship addresses other financial challenges that might stand in your way, such as textbooks and supplies. You'll also connect with mentors and access professional development resources designed to help you succeed both academically and as you transition into your career field.
Eligible fields of study include:
- Advanced manufacturing
- Business administration and accounting
- Horticulture
- Hospitality management
- Information technology
- Transportation and logistics
Benefits include:
- Tuition and fee coverage
- Textbook and supply stipends
- Emergency assistance for unexpected financial challenges
- Wrap-around support services to promote academic success
How to Apply: Sign in to STLCC’s scholarship application website and submit your application.
Contact: Enrollment Services at enrollmentservices@stlcc.edu or 314-539-5005.
ARPA Funding
If the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted your career path, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding can help you rebuild through targeted training opportunities. This temporary funding supports your education in essential industries currently facing worker shortages. ARPA gives special consideration to you if you worked in essential services during the pandemic or lost your position in heavily impacted industries. Your training will focus on developing practical skills that not only help the broader economic recovery but also strengthen your long-term financial stability and career prospects.
Benefits include:
- Training scholarships for in-demand occupations
- Supportive services to address barriers to education
- Connections to employers seeking to hire program graduates
- Career navigation assistance throughout the training process
Eligibility: Individuals seeking economic advancement, experiencing unemployment or facing various hardships due to COVID-19. Priority is given to those from low-to-moderate income households and long-term unemployed individuals.
How to Apply: Submit your application on the Missouri ARPA website.
Contact: Michael Anderson at canderson340@stlcc.edu or 314-539-5341.
Reach Out for More Information
Additional funding opportunities are available beyond those listed here. For help with exploring your options or assistance with the application process, please contact Workforce Solutions Group.