Resources: (Education / GED)
Free GED training and testing are available at many local public schools. Contact your local area public high school for course, testing, and schedule information.
Resources: (Education / Higher Education / Financial Aid)
College related financial aid information is provided by the COLLEGE BOARD. Visit their web:
http://www.collegeboard.org
Resources: (Education / Higher Education / Financial Aid for Service Barter)
College attendance at CUNY is possible for those who are not otherwise eligible for financial aid grants, but cannot afford tuition. The ARMY NATIONAL GUARD pays 100% of your tuition fees in exchange for national service that includes, but is not limited to one weekend of service per month. Call 1 (800) 356-0552 for more information.
Resources: (Education / Higher Education / Free)
Cable TV subscribers can view college courses broadcast by the CROSSROADS channel (cable mid-band ch. 75) at no additional charge. Optional participation for college credits is available for a fee.
Resources: (Education / Higher Education / Free / College Course Viewing)
Cable TV subscribers can view college courses on the CROSSROADS channel (cable mid-band frequency # 75) at no additional charge. Optional participation for college credit is available for a fee.
Resources: (Education / Higher Education / Low Cost)
Low cost higher education is available form approximately 92 local public colleges within the CUNY (CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK) system. Local, State, and Federal education grants may cover part or all associated costs for financially or educationally deprived applicants. For information and applications, contact the UAPC (UNIVERSITY APPLICATIONS PROCESSING CENTER) or your local CUNY College.
Resources: (Employment / MRDD)
The ACMRD (ASSOCIATION FOR CHILDREN WITH MENTALLY RETARDED DEVELOPMENT) provides training and supervised job placement to eligible participants of its Supported Work Program. For information, call:
(718) 518-9770
Resources: (Employment / Part Time / Senior Citizens Only)
DFTA (DEPARTMENT FOR THE AGING) provides part time employment opportunities for interested senior citizen retirees under TITLE V while permitting continuance of benefits and housing subsidies. For information, write to:
DEPARTMENT FOR THE AGING
2 Lafayette Street
New York, NY 10007
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