Help Funding Your Education

You might be eligible to receive public assistance with training if you are currently unemployed,  or receiving state or community assistance benefits.  Contact your local job placement agencies, unemployment offices, adult education department or welfare office to see if they can help you locate any programs that could help you to cover the cost of nursing school..

• In Lucas County, Ohio visit: https://www.ohiomeansjobs-lucas.com/
• Find your Ohio County here: https://jfs.ohio.gov/owd/WIOA/map.stm
• In Michigan: https://www.michiganworks.org/michigan-works-network
•  Pathstone offers opportunities for those 55+ to find meaningful employment. This program offers individualized employment plans, training, and supportive services. Call 419-213-8492 for more information and to determine eligibility. 
• H-1 Rural Healthcare Grant  Are you unemployed, underemployed or need to increase your skills to remain competitive and advance your healthcare career? Contact Heather Wonnell at 419.373.6985 or heather.wonnell@jfs.ohio.gov to see if you qualify for FREE training and to learn more about the program. This grant is funded by US Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration.
• Ohio WIOA offers short term training for long term success in "in demand" professions, including registered nurses, practical nurses and nurse aides. This training is available to active OMJ-Lucas County members and Work-Ready certified job seekers. Approved training will lead to an industry-accepted credential and training-related employment.  Call 419-213-5627 for more information about how to enroll in these programs and to see if you are eligible. 

Check with your local bank or credit union.

Ask! Some employers offer a tuition reimbursement or continuing education benefit   You may find your employer is willing to pay towards your continuing education.   For example, if you work for a healthcare agency, and are considering advancing in your field, ask your employer to include this option as part of your compensation since it will benefit the employer as well as you.