Funding

The resources detailed below can assist with payment for CNA, CNA Plus and/or CBRF classes if you qualify for their program. We do not have additional information about their programs, so please contact them directly if you have questions or concerns.

Please note: We welcome you to take your classes here and would love to have you as a student, but you are allowed to take your classes wherever the programs below allow you to take them. We simply offer this information to assist you on your journey and hope it helps you. If you have information on other programs that should be included on this page, please email us this information so that we can include it. Thanks!

Funding Resource: WIOA Youth
Potential participant must be an out of school youth, between the ages of 16 to 24 year old. Must provide diploma or self-attest to your drop out date or graduation date. If you meet these requirements, please call:

Traci Wren-Ragsdale at (414) 484-7973 or
Juan Gamez at (414)-239-5145 or
Intake Specialist Luz at (646) 543-1113

Funding Resource: W-2/FoodShare
Adult applicants who qualify for W-2 services, FoodShare or childcare can apply to receive paid training. You must contact the agency that serves the zip code you live in.

You can contact Ross at:

7800 W. Brown Rd. Suite 200
Milwaukee, WI53223
(414)760-6060

You can contact Maximus at:

4201 N. 27th St. Suite 400
Milwaukee, WI 53216
(414)203-8500

You can contact UMOS at:

2701 S. Chase Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53207
(414)389-6000

Funding Resource: Southeastern Works - (Pays for CNA classes and more)
This program provides assistance with training, employment search, work experience, supportive services and equipment such as gas cards, uniforms, shoes, books. If you have already taken the CNA class, but don't have the money for the state exam, they may also be able to assist you with payment for that as well. You must reside in Walworth, Racine, or Kenosha County to apply for funding from this program. No exceptions. If you live in Walworth, Racine or Kenosha County, please contact them at (262) 697-4752.

If you reside in Milwaukee County, do not call the number above. They cannot offer you funding. Milwaukee County residents must contact Traci Wren-Ragsdale at (414) 484-7973.

CAP Services in Outagamie County - Skills Enhancement Program

The Skills Enhancement Program assists low-income individuals to obtain the skills needed to compete for living wage jobs. The program can assist with tuition, books, supplies and training-related expenses such as transportation, internet and childcare that participants could not otherwise afford. The program also provides students with the supportive services they need to successfully achieve their goals.

Eligibility Requirements for residents of Milwaukee County

Household income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level, Example: Household size 1 + $22,590
Working a minimum of 20 hours per week
Desire to pursue training for an occupation which will increase your income

Below is a link to the program's screening form.

https://capservices.org/our-services/job-skills-economic-security/skills/ You can also contact Liliam Ocampos at (920) 858-2072 for more information.