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Overview

The Workforce Equity Initiative (WEI) provides resources for short-term education/training programs designed to help participants gain employment in high-wage and in-demand occupations.

Applicable Programs

Program
Award
Credits
Certificate
31
Certificate
29
Certificate
30

WEI student support services

As a WEI participant, you can receive:

  • Free tuition and fees
  • Books and materials
  • A stipend
  • Transportation assistance
  • Child care assistance
  • Waiver for prior unpaid fees owed to BHC
  • Loanable laptop and Wi-Fi hotspots
  • Tutoring
  • Essential and employability skills training
  • Job placement assistance

Eligibility

In order to participate in the WEI program, you must:

  • Reside within the Black Hawk College district.
  • Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident who meets certain eligibility requirements.
  • Be low income (i.e. qualify for federal financial aid; receive SNAP benefits, Medicaid or TANF).
  • Meet requirements of selected WEI program.

Steps to Apply

About the Grant

The Workforce Equity Initiative (WEI) is a statewide grant program focused on expanding training opportunities for minority students in at-risk communities. Now in its sixth year of funding (FY25), the WEI model is proving to be a successful methodology for achieving outstanding enrollment, completion and employment

Contact

WEI Grant Facilitators

Dr. Daniel C. Marvin

Dean of Economic & Workforce Development
309-796-5040
marvind@840339.com