by Wendy McNamara
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According to the National Skills Coalition, about 58% of jobs in Indiana require skills training beyond a high school diploma, but not a four-year degree. Hoosier students in 10th, 11th and 12th grades at a state accredited public or private school can receive up to a $5,000 state-funded scholarship to pursue apprenticeships, applied learning experiences, work-based learning and credentials attainment. About 2,000 spots are available for the 2024-2025 school year and students can apply for a Career Scholarship Account until the Oct. 1 deadline. |
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Approved students will receive $5,000 over four disbursements and can use the money toward certain qualified expenses:
- Class expenses for student’s apprenticeships/internship program;
- Postsecondary education and/or training;
- Equipment for student’s apprenticeship/internship program;
- Certification and credentialing examinations;
- Career coaching and navigation services;
- Driver’s license; and
- Transportation.
Courses and classes include a variety of topics like accounting, carpentry, cybersecurity, information technology, software development and veterinary science. A full list of approved courses, educational experiences and participating entities can be found here.
