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Workforce vouchers

Federal training money handled by your local workforce board. The most common route, available in every county.

Who pays
Your local workforce development board, using federal WIOA funds
What it covers
Tuition, books, supplies, exam fees, often scrubs and background checks
How fast
2 to 6 weeks from first call to voucher
Workforce vouchers

How it works

  1. 01
    Find your board

    One board covers your county. We match it from your county name and send the number.

  2. 02
    Get screened

    Call or walk in. Bring photo ID, proof of address, six months of income or your layoff notice, and Selective Service if you are a man under 26.

  3. 03
    Ask for an Individual Training Account

    Name the occupation, Nurse Aide, code 31-1131, and the school you want. The school must be on the state approved provider list.

  4. 04
    Enroll

    The board issues the voucher in the school's name. The school bills the board. You pay nothing.

Who qualifies
  • You are 18 or older, or 16 to 24 and not in school
  • You are authorized to work in the United States
  • One of these is true: low household income, laid off, or receiving public assistance
Know before you go
  • The school must be on your state's Eligible Training Provider List. Many small programs are not. Ask before your appointment.
  • Boards run low on money late in the program year, April to June. Earlier is easier.
  • Counselors cannot pick a school for you. Arrive with one in mind.

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Featured workforce vouchers

The sources students use most in this category.

Every source of workforce vouchers

539 sources that pay for CNA training. Filter by category or state, or search by name, city, or county.

Funding, eligibility, and limits change each program year, so confirm with the source before you enroll.

Workforce vouchers by state

Workforce vouchers, answered.

Is this a loan?

No. A voucher is a grant paid directly to the school. Nothing is repaid.

Can I use it at any school?

Only at a program on your state's approved provider list. Ask the school whether it is listed, and if not, whether it will apply.

What if I am denied?

Ask why. Often it is a missing document. If it is income, look at employer sponsorship, which has no income test.

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