CalWORKs (California Work Opportunities and Responsibility to Kids)

(661) 763-7754 or (661) 763-7723

California Work Opportunities and Responsibility to Kids

CalWORKs funds are for the purposes of assisting CalWORKs students and their families by providing educational and career opportunities. Support Services are provided that encourage students to complete their educational goals, find meaningful employment, and successful transition into the workforce. Through collaboration and advocacy between the college, the Department of Human Services, and other community agencies, we prepare a segment of California’s workforce by promoting the economic self-sufficiency of CalWORKs students through the attainment of a higher education.

The CalWORKs program assists students with educational goals directly related to a degree or certificate. Taft College CalWORKs supports the student in meeting their Welfare to Work (WTW) plan activity requirements. Services provided include: academic, career, and personal counseling, work-study/job placement, and educational supplies.

A student is eligible if he/she is currently a CalWORKs/TANF recipient who is in good standing and has or is developing a Welfare to Work (WTW) plan with his/her local Department of Human Services. Additional requirements may apply to remain eligible at Taft College.

For further information, contact the CalWORKs Office at 661-763-7754 or 661-763-7723.