About our Programs

About our Programs

Workforce & Economic Development is an umbrella for a number of different services providing funding, support and instructional programs for Olympic College students. We are strengthening our community by linking education and employment to create a skilled 21st-century workforce.

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Complete a short form to see if you qualify for grants for books, childcare, fees, program supplies, tuition, and Work-Study!

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Worker Retraining

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Worker Retraining

The Worker Retraining Program offers financial support to students who are retraining for a new job or career in a professional technical program. Eligible students can receive up to $4,000 in grants that do not have to be paid back. Visit the Worker Retraining webpage to see if you qualify.

Worker Retraining

Instructional Programs

In addition to providing funding support, we offer instructional programs to meet the needs of a modern workforce. 

Eligible Academic Programs

Eligible Academic Programs

Programs, services and funding offered by Workforce & Economic Development typically apply to hands-on professional technical programs. Check out the programs listed below to learn about careers pathways available to you. 

Student Voices

I was in the middle of a serious career shift. The financial support from the Worker Retraining program made it possible for me to complete this training.”
David Blum, Class of 2022 Human Services
The Culinary Arts program is so worth it! The work is challenging but you will not be alone. There are so many faculty and staff willing to help. It is a phenomenal, hands-on experience. I am so confident in my skills now. I feel great.
Kendra Whitten, Worker Retraining Grant Recipient