This is a great time to get assistance with your education. For classes in Health Occupations classes such as Nurse Aide, OPT, and Clinical Massage, costs are usually more affordable than traditional classes. These programs led to certifications with careers in the particular industry the student is pursuing. These also lead to further educational opportunities. There are several options for any student in any situation. Each resource has its requirements. Potential students are encouraged to reach out to these resources before registering for class. Below are listed the Funding, contact person, phone number, and email.
Financial Assistance applies to:
- Short-Term Programs
- Workforce Training
- Registration fees, books, supplies, and other costs may be covered
You may be eligible for financial assistance through one of the following programs:
- Requirements for WIOA Funding at A-B Tech
- A-B Tech Foundation
- Golden Leaf Foundation (Buncombe County, Madison County, and Yankey County residents)
- Skills Training Employment Program (STEP)
Applicable Programs
Short-Term Approved Employment Training
Health Services
- NAI
- NAII
- NAI Refresher
- Medication Aide
- CPR
- Phlebotomy
- Electronic Health Records Specialist
Advanced Manufacturing
- 5S + Safety: Visual Workplace Management
- Certified Logistics Associate
- Machining Fundamentals
- CNC Machining 101
- Forklift
- Industrial Maintenance Academy
- NCCER
- Aerospace Composites Assembly
- Manufacturing Boot Camp
- LEAN Six Sigma
Workforce Training
- Introduction to Human Services Phases II
- Spanish for the Workplace
- IP Networking
- Office Professional Certification
- Computer Career Skills-Office 2016
- Effective Teacher Training
- Electrical Foundations
Hospitality & Tourism
- Controlling Alcohol Risks Effectively (CARE)
- Exploration of Malt Brewing
- Cheers for Beer
- Exploration of Hops in Brewing
- Certified Hospitality Supervisor
- ServSafe Manager
- Whitewater Rafting Guide
- Zipline Guide
WIOA
Carla McGirt, Lead Case Manager & NC Works Coordinator
- Phone: (828) 772-0787
- Email: carlacrewsmcgirt@abtech.edu
STEP Program (individuals with Food and Nutrition Services in Buncombe County)
Christi Cortese
- Email: (828) 250-5591
- Email: christi.cortese@buncombecounty.org
Reset (individual 18-24 years old only)
Kristin Kress
Goodwill
- Phone: (828) 298-9023, ext 1139
- Email: kkress@goodwill.nwnc.org
Goodwill Industries
Only Ed 2 Go courses and Classes are held at Goodwill
Annabelle Almeida
- Phone: (828) 298-9023, ext 11161
- Email: aalmeida@goodwillnwnc.org
GEAR
Catherine Redwine, Career Navigator, Continuing Education Workforce Development
- Phone: (828) 398-7890
- Email: catherineredwine@abtech.edu
SECU
Catherine Redwine, Career Navigator, Continuing Education Workforce Development
- Phone: (828) 398-7890
- Email: catherineredwine@abtech.edu
Other employment training may qualify or become available.
Buncombe County WIOA Contact:
- WIOA Case Manager
- Phone: (828) 398-7948
Madison County Contact:
Stacy Peek
- Coordinator, Madison County Career Center
- Email: stacyjpeek@abtech.edu
- Phone: (828) 782-2632