Workforce Continuing Education Scholarship
Provides job skills certification in preparation for employment in specific high-demand areas. Supports non-degree seeking students in the college's Continuing Education program. Fifteen (15) Workforce Continuing Education Scholarships will be awarded in 2022-2023.
Workforce CE Scholarship Application
Students will need to login with their SF email and password and select "Continuing Education Scholarship Application 23."
Note: If you are not a current Santa Fe student, you will need to admit to the college under the category of Continuing Ed Student to apply for this scholarship.
Welcome to Continuing Education
Welcome to Continuing Education at Santa Fe College. Our non-degree programs and workshops focus on providing diverse workforce development opportunities to meet the ever changing needs of our community. Whether you are seeking an industry certification, changing careers or focusing on career advancement, starting or growing your small business or seek the in-demand skills for emerging technologies, SF Continuing Education has programs that will fit in your busy schedule. Our programs are current, accessible and affordable. Start here to enhance your skills, your life and your career!
Join us today to lean in and start learning for better days, brighter tomorrows and stronger futures for all whom live and work in Alachua and Bradford counties. Building a competitive workforce and community is paramount to our success as an institution of higher learning and our commitment to our students and our communities.
Continuing Education at SF has the unique ability to provide customized training solutions to our business and industry partners. We assist with training for identified skill gaps and provide customized training solutions for transferable skills the emerging technologies our workforce needs to become and stay competitive.
Please feel free to contact us.
Spring Term
Registration for spring term begins January 9, 2023.
Online Learning
We offer a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the internet.
Customized Training
Need on-the-job training for your employees? Want to upgrade your employees’ skills, motivation and abilities?
Continuing Education Scholarships
Santa Fe College
Workforce Continuing Education Scholarship: This scholarship provides job skills & certification in preparation for employment in specific high-demand areas. Each semester, the Continuing Education program identifies those courses that are eligible for scholarship. The determination is based on local employment needs. Fifteen (15) Workforce Continuing Education Scholarships will be awarded in 2022-2023.
Requirements: The Continuing Education Scholarship may be full (covering 100% of the registration fee) or partial (covering 50% of the registration fee). To receive a full scholarship, the student’s household income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty threshold. To receive a partial scholarship, the student’s household income must be at or between 201%-400% of the Federal poverty threshold. To qualify for a full or partial scholarship, a student must additionally: Be a resident of Alachua or Bradford County; Meet with the Coordinator of Continuing Education to determine industry pathway; Document Financial Need.
Continuing Education Workforce Scholarship students are not required to be degree-seeking. Scholarship students must successfully complete the curriculum and related certification. A failure to complete these requirements may result in ineligibility for future scholarships. Contact Lisa Anderson at 352-381-7297 or lisa.anderson@wired2create.com.
Open Door Grant 2023: The Open Door Grant Program is funded by the State of Florida to provide funds to support student completion of short-term, high-demand credit and non-credit career and technical education (CTE) programs. The target population is Florida residents who are unemployed, underemployed or furloughed; not in receipt of federal or state financial aid; and enrolled in short-term workforce education programs that lead to the attainment of approved credentials. Many Continuing Education Programs are on the approved list.
For more information, contact Julie Falt at 352-395-5967 or julie.falt@wired2create.com.
CareerSource of North Central Florida
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program: WIOA is an employment and training program for adults and dislocated workers designed to increase their skills and result in employment and/or increased earnings. WIOA services are individualized and based upon eligibility and the individuals assessed need. WIOA is not an entitlement program, it is a grant.
Requirements: To be eligible, you must fall into one of the following categories: Dislocated Worker – Individuals who have been recently laid off or received notification of upcoming layoff; or a WIOA Adult – Individuals between the ages of 18-72 who do not meet the criteria for WIOA Youth or a Dislocated Worker. Must be unemployed or employed at or below 200 percent of the Lower Living Standard Income Level (LLSIL), according to family size.
Before you apply, you will need to register at employflorida.com first. Contact 352-955-2245 or visit 1112 North Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601.
TechBoost Program
Clark University, who manages a DOL grant entitled, TechBoost, will provide funding for Information Technology credentials and work-based training in IT to eligible participants. TechBoost has established a collaborative partnership with education providers, workforce development boards, and industry training partners who will provide this training, including Santa Fe College.
Requirements: To qualify applicants need to be (1) a minimum of 17 years of age, (2) not attending secondary school (high school), (3) a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the U.S. (4) either unemployed or underemployed. You will need to have these documents readily available to upload when completing your TechBoost application; (1) copy of driver’s license or other state/federal issued ID, (2) copy of your social security card (3) proof of veteran’s status, if applicable (4) current resume (not mandatory, but helpful). Contact techboost@clarku.edu for additional information and/or any questions.