Steps to Becoming a CalWORKs Student

• Receive adult portion of cash aid for yourself as well as your dependent children
• Submit a free application for admission to Chaffey College by applying online, or connect virtually for Live Support.
• Apply for financial aid through the completion of a FAFSA application for the current academic year by applying online, or call (909) 652-6199 for assistance
• Complete the Chaffey College orientation and placement process for English and Math by scheduling an appointment online through the Chaffey College placement page or call (909) 652-6200 for assistance
• Schedule an appointment with a Chaffey College CalWORKs counselor to create your educational plan in person by visiting the Administration Building, Room 190 or by calling (909) 652-6045

 

Student Responsibilities

Each semester, you are required to:

• Provide verification of cash aid benefits in the form of a notice of action, passport to services, or verification of benefits
• Pay non-enrollment fees
• Schedule an appointment to meet with a Chaffey College CalWORKs counselor one month prior to the start of the term
• Complete a comprehensive educational plan with a Chaffey College CalWORKs counselor
• Register online through the portal within MyChaffeyVIEW or in person with the Admissions and Records Office at the Rancho, Chino, or Fontana campuses on or after your assigned registration date
• Obtain an Ancillary Book Request from your Chaffey College CalWORKs counselor to obtain county assistance with required textbooks for eligible classes
• Attend the first class meeting to avoid a potential drop by your instructor
• Maintain a total of 20/30/35 hours of academic and/or other approved activities based on your Welfare-To-Work/GAIN activity requirement
• Provide a copy of your Welfare-To-Work plan
• Attend at least one mid-term appointment with your Chaffey College CalWORKs counselor to review your progress
• Attend at least one personal/professional development workshop provided by the Chaffey College CalWORKs Program for Parents and/or other approved departments on campus
• Maintain satisfactory progress defined by 2.0 GPA or higher
• Notify your Chaffey College CalWORKs counselor before you make any changes to your classes or approved activities
• Ensure you activate your panther email and check it regularly for important program information
• Participate in a Chaffey College CalWORKs program for parents “welcome back” information session (fall semester)

 

As a student in the CalWORKs program, you have access to:

• Assistance with admissions, financial aid, scholarship applications, and other forms
• Priority registration
• Academic and personal counseling
• Textbook and parking assistance available through the county when your case is in compliance and education is approved as a Welfare-To-Work/GAIN activity
• Student centered service and assistance from CalWORKs program staff
• Program advocacy for supportive services from the county and community
• CalWORKs Work Study job placement opportunities and subsidized on-campus employment for eligible students
• Work readiness support
• Opportunities for support and peer networking
• Personal and professional development workshops
• Recognition events
• General school supplies
• Additional student resources throughout the semester