Better Job Scholarship
A Better Job Scholarship is your pathway to a new career through education and coaching. Eligible applicants can apply to receive a grant that pays for training.
Career Exploration
What more than a job? Want to build a career? Then visit the One Stop and explore careers. Find a career path that matches your interests and goals.
Training Programs
The Better Job Scholarship allows you to pick a career in a growth industry. After exploring careers, we'll help you pick an approved training program.
Eligible Applicants
If you are able to work in the US and are a veteran, low-income, or skill-deficient, you may qualify for a scholarship. Apply today and work to get a better job.
To search approved training programs, use this link Training & Credentials
The Better Job Scholarship
Application is Open June 2 - June 27!
If you are a resident of Ford, Iroquois, Douglas, Champaign, or Piatt, please use this search tool to explore approved training programs.
If you find a program of interest, please talk with a career coach at one of the county offices to learn more about it.
After talking with a career coach, you may be asked to submit an application during our application window: June 2–June 27.
Only submit the application below if you have been directed to do so by a career coach. Window closes on 6/27 at 5 PM.
Submitting an application does not guarantee a scholarship.