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CalWORKs Program

The SCC CalWORKs Program supports parenting students as they move from public assistance to long-term self-sufficiency through higher education. Working in partnership with county agencies, we provide case management, counseling, childcare, transportation, work-study opportunities, and more. Our goal is to help you succeed academically, achieve your educational goals, and build a strong foundation for your future.

Childcare Services 

  • Your childcare costs are 100% covered:
  • ✓ On-campus childcare services (SCC Early Learning Center)
  • ✓ Community-based childcare services

Copy and Print Center

  • Printer and copy machine available at no cost to you as a SCC CalWORKs Program student.

Cost for Textbooks

  • As a SCC CalWORKs Program student, the cost for your required textbooks and supplies are 100% covered.

Counseling and Guidance

  • Academic and Career Counseling
  • Personal and Confidential Counseling
  • Develop an Ed Plans
  • Referrals for on/off campus services
  • Support and Advocacy with County CalWORKs offices
  • Personal and Career Development Seminars and Workshops

In-Office Kids Play Space

Laptop Loan Service

SCC CalWORKs Program Grant

  • Based on available funds, the SCC CalWORKs Program offers grants to our students.

School Supplies

  • Need a bookbag, calculator, notebooks, pens, highlighters, etc.? Our office will provide you with school supplies at no cost to you as a SCC CalWORKs Program student.

Textbook Loan Service

Transportation to SCC

  • As a SCC CalWORKs Program student, your roundtrip transportation costs to school are 100% covered.

Work-Study Program

  • SCC CalWORKs Work-Study program will not reduce your County cash aid!
  • Match you with an on-campus job while in school
  • Gain work experience related to your academic or career goal!

To qualify for the SCC CalWORKs Program, you must …

  1. Receive cash aid benefits for yourself and at least one child through your County CalWORKs office.
  2. Receive a referral from your County CalWORKs office.
  3. Have a current Welfare-To-Work2 Plan (WTW2).

To maintain eligibility in the SCC CalWORKs Program, you must …

  • Keep your Student Education Plan (SEP) up-to-date.
  • Meet with the CalWORKs Counselor at least two (2) times each semester.
  • Maintain satisfactory academic progress at the college (2.0 GPA or higher).