Enroll In Residential Caregiver Training
Who Can Enroll
You may enroll in the Caregiver training if you:
- Are 18 years or older (high school diploma not required)
- Can understand spoken English
- Can read in English or use translation apps
- Have beginning digital literacy skills
NOTE: Caregiver English language instruction is available for students enrolled in NHAS’ Intermediate ESL class.
HOW TO ENROLL
SIX Enrollment Options To Choose From Find the enrollment option that’s best for you.
OPTION #1 – ENROLL AS A SELF-PAYING STUDENT
Use this option if you plan to enroll and PAY your registration fees using our online registration system.
Enroll and PAY ONLINE anytime using the link below. Please fill out all of your personal information the first time you create your account.
- Click here to register online. IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST TIME REGISTERING AS A STUDENT WITH US, PLEASE WATCH THIS VIDEO BEFORE START.
- Enroll in the classes – You will register for FOUR classes total. See note below for explanation.
- Pay your fees online (note: refunds are only provided if the class is cancelled.)
OPTION #2 – ENROLL USING OUR *Get Work-Ready* SCHOLARSHIP FOR CURRENT STUDENTS ONLY
Use this option ONLY IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN English, High School Diploma, GED Prep, College Prep Writing, or Academic Reading, Writing, or Math at a SACC or MACC school.
You can apply for New Haven Adult School’s Get Work-Ready Scholarship to pay for your training fees
How to Apply for the Scholarship
- Click here to complete the Get Work-Ready Scholarship application
- Email Michelle Walker-Wade with questions
OPTION #3 – ENROLL AS A PARTICIPANT OF A COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATION
Use this option if your are a client/participant of a community based workforce, college, or career transitions program such as La Familia, Ohlone College Career Center, SAVE, Vocational Rehabilitation, Adult Day Schools with employment goals.
The amount of payment due varies depending on the community organization’s arrangement with New Haven Adult School.
Who Should Use This Option
- Use this enrollment application if you are enrolling in the Caregiver Training program as a participant of a community organization. Fee arrangement varies.
- Once we receive your application we will contact you and/or your case manager by the next business day, Mon-Thur.
- Please click here to complete the application for co-enrollment
OPTION #4 – ENROLL AS A WIOA FUNDED PARTICIPANT (the application process takes 3-4 weeks)
Use this option if you meet the qualifications listed below and would like to apply for WIOA funding assistance to pay for training fees and other expenses that occur when starting a new job (such as LiveScan fingerprinting, uniforms, transportation and other employment expenses). IF you are a SNAP or TANF recipient, and none of the other enrollment options pertains to you, please use the WIOA funding option.
What is WIOA and Who Qualifies For It
WIOA stands for Workforce Innovation & Opportunities Act. It is a federally-funded program designed to help job-seekers gain better employment.
To qualify your must be a job-seeker who:
- Is 18 years or older Is Unemployed or underemployed (earning below the living wage of $24.10)
- Is an Alameda County resident (not including Oakland) OR someone who was laid off from an Alameda County employer within the last six months.
- Is authorized to work in the United States Has (or recently had) unemployment Insurance (if applicable)
- Is registered for Selective Service (males only)
How To Apply for WIOA Funding
You must apply for WIOA funding AT LEAST THREE WEEKS prior to the class start date. To find out if you qualify for WIOA funding, click one of the links below to learn more.
If you’re an Alameda County resident between the age of 18-21 CLICK HERE and complete the pre-screening questions for La Familia Workforce & Education Program. Someone will contact you with your next steps in approximately 2 business days.
If you are age 25 and older, one of the following agencies can help qualify you if funds are available.
- Ohlone College Tri-Cities Career Center – Ventures Program
- Rubicon Programs – Eden Area AJCC – WIOA Program
OPTION #5 – APPLY FOR THE COLLEGE + CAREER SCHOLARSHIP
Use this option if: (1) you are Class of 2020 or 2021 high school graduate who wants part-time, flexible work while you’re in college, or (2) are preparing for a career in the Health & Human Services field.
Who Qualifies For the College + Career Scholarship
You qualify for this scholarship if you:
- Recently graduated from high school
- Are currently enrolled or planning to enroll in college classes
- Want to find a job that won’t interfere with your college plans
** You may also apply for this scholarship if you graduated from high school in any other year, AND are taking college classes for a career in any of the following Career Pathways: Health, Family & Human Services, Counseling/Psychology, or Special Education.
What The Scholarship Covers
Our regular ResCare Distance Learning training costs $320 BUT through our Caregiver + College Scholarship, graduating seniors may take the course for only $95.00. This means you only pay for your workbooks and CPR certificate. (Note: refunds are only provided if the class is cancelled.)
How To Apply for the College + Career Scholarship
To apply through the Caregiver + College program, CLICK HERE and complete the online application. option
OPTION #6 – APPLY USING THE CAREGIVER AGENCY REFERRAL PROGRAM
Use this option if have applied for a Caregiver position or are currently employed with a local Caregiver agency and would like job training.
Who Qualifies to Use the Caregiver Agency Referral Program
You qualify for this program if you:
- Are employed with a local Caregiver agency, or
- Have directly spoken with a local Caregiver agency about potential employment
What The Scholarship Covers
Class fees only. Student will pay for workbook(s) and CPR certificate
How To Apply
- Seek out employment from one of our partner Caregiver Agencies and ask them to complete the Agency Referral Voucher (click for details); or
- Ask your current employer to complete the Agency Referral Voucher
Special Partnerships for Community-Based Organizations
If are a community-based organization and would like to discuss partnership or other special arrangements, please contact Michelle Walker-Wade via email.
