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SNAP Employment & Training (E&T) Program

 

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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, is a nutrition program that helps low-income individuals and families buy food and stay healthy. The SNAP Employment and Training program is a job readiness program that prepares clients for employment by offering vocational training, career activities, and support services. !--Download our flyer here.!-->

 

SNAP E&T ORIENTATION (DAY & EVE on Campus)

WEDNESDAY,  March 13, 2024 @ 10:00AM, Room BH-125

OR

THURSDAY,  March 14, 2024 @ 2:30PM, Room BH-125

Students must bring proof of SNAP benefits (gray card) and a CT state photo ID. Intake forms will be provided for those interested in the program only.  

How am I eligible for the SNAP E&T Program?

To be eligible for the SNAP E&T Program:

  • Students must be receiving SNAP benefits.
  • Students must have a GED or high school diploma.
  • Students receiving TANF (cash assistance) are not eligible for the SNAP Employment and Training Program.
  • Students must be U.S. citizens. Non-citizens are eligible with appropriate documentation.
  • SNAP participants cannot select training programs in which they cannot be employed. Participants must be able to perform the duties of the training program they are selecting.
  • Students that have a HOLD*** within the college system will not be allowed to register for the SNAP program until the financial obligations are met by the college. If you have questions about a financial hold contact the Bursar's office.

***HOLD—A hold is when the college does not allow you to register for classes because you either owe money, do not have immunizations up to date, or have documentation missing in the system.

If you would like to be notified about future orientation dates, please email  and we will add you to our email distribution list. All students must attend an orientation, take an assessment, and meet with the SNAP Coordinator to determine program placement.

 Request for a SNAP Appointment

Please contact our office at 203.332.5145 for current recruitment dates.

    • Picture ID.
    • Proof of SNAP Benefits (DSS card and a recent budget sheet) if you do not have a recent budget sheet. Log into the DSS website: www.connect.ct.gov create an account and obtain benefit information.
    • Social security card.

In order to protect your personal information faxed and emailed information will not be accepted.

Programs offered through the SNAP Employment and Training Program

Short-term Workforce (non-credit) Programs:

National Certified Bookkeeper
Central Sterile Processing Technician
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
CNC Precision Machining Technology
Community Health Worker
Information Security Certification (CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Google IT Support, Business Continuity, Certified Ethical Hacker, CISSP)
Introduction to Manufacturing (Metrology)
IT Support Specialist (CompTIA A+, Network+, Google IT Support, AWS, Microsoft Office Specialist)
Information Security (CompTIA A+, Network+, Google IT Support, Security+, Business Continuity, Certified Ethical Hacker, CISSP)
Medical Billing and Coding
Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist (Summer 2024)
Patient Care Technician
Pharmacy Technician Training

Associate Degree Programs (AS)

Accounting, AS (ACCT-AS) Accounting, AS (ACCT-AS)
Criminal Justice, AS (CRJS-AS)
ECED: Early Childhood Education Certificate (ECED-CC)
Human Services: Behavioral Healthcare Specialist Certificate (BHCS-CC-HS)
Medical Assisting, AS (MDAS-AS)
Small Business and Entrepreneurship, AS (SBME-AS)

Credit Certificate Programs

Technology Studies: Advanced Manufacturing Machine Technology Certificate Option 2 (AMC2-CC-COT)
Graphic Design: Digital Media/Web Design, AS (GRPH-AS-DMW)

 

For more information please contact:

Loretta Lloyd-Reeves
SNAP Coordinator

203-332-5145

 
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In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.

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