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experience here at Compton College.
For more information about becoming a student-athlete, please call 310-900-1600, ext. 2943 or visit the Athletic Department office near the gym.
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CalWORKs
CalWORKs is the community portion of the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act, which is a welfare reform program established by Assembly Bill (AB) 1542. The program operates in partnership with the County of Los Angeles, local businesses and government agencies. CalWORKs funds are for the purpose of assisting single parents who are receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and those in transition off welfare, to achieve long-term self-sufficiency through coordinated student services. Assistance is provided to eligible students so they can obtain their educational degrees and certificates while earning extra money and gaining valuable work experience that leads to sustainable employment.
Program Eligibility Criteria:
• Major or certificate program in a career field with a good economic forecast as approved by Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services
• Fullorpart-timestudentorapprovedexemption
• Signed contract with the Compton College and County of Los Angeles; proof of
eligibility is required each semester
• Participationinrequiredhoursofacademicandworkactivity(32hoursweekly)
• Classinstruction
• Instructionallabs(optional)
• Work activity related to major (optional), meaningful part-time employment or community service
• Satisfactory academic progress in classes – good progress toward completion of a degree or certificate
Services Offered:
Priority registration.
Child Care Assistance: Referrals are available for students not yet eligible for assistance through Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies in partnership with Los Angeles County.
County Case Worker: Liaisons with GAIN Service Workers from Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) Regions IV, V, and VI are available.
Career Counseling: Assessment is available to help each student choose a career that fits personal interests and abilities.
Academic Advisement and Assistance: Educational Plans are required and developed for students on an individual basis. The plans are designed to guide the student through each semester of the program. Tutorial and remedial support is available as needed.
Work Activity Referral: The CalWORKs Work Activity Program assists CalWORKs