SkillUp Information Sessions for SNAP Recipients

East Central College will be hosting information sessions for SNAP (food stamp) recipients to learn more about the opportunity to receive an education for free.

The sessions will be held Dec. 12-14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Washington Job Center, 1108 Washington Square Center. Eligible SNAP recipients will be able to use the SkillUp program that provides free tuition and support services to complete a short-term (12 months or less) training program at no cost. The programs will provide individuals with a new career path and the opportunity to begin a career in a high demand industry.

ECC offers several SkillUp eligible programs, including Fast Track Welding, Heating and Air-Conditioning, Industrial Maintenance, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Certified Medication Technician (CMT) and Medical Assistant. The Welding, CNA and CMT programs can each be completed in 16 weeks or less.

No reservations are needed for the sessions. Those interested need to ask for Melissa Schall-Willmore at the Washington Job Center.

For more information about the SkillUp program, visit www.eastcentral.edu/cwd/skillup/ or call 636-584-6530.