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Launch a New Career in Tech

Become a Metallica Scholar!

This fall, CCV is pleased to offer the IT and Cyber Careers Scholarship, supporting students on the path to a rewarding, high-demand career.

The IT and Cyber Careers Scholarship

In partnership with Metallica’s Foundation, All Within My Hands, and the American Association of Community Colleges, this scholarship is available to CCV students pursuing the IT support or cybersecurity & networking certificate.

Students enrolled in at least 6 credits for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semester can receive up to $2,000, or $1,000 per semester.

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Launch a New Career 

With a certificate in IT or cybersecurity, you’ll be well equipped to join one of Vermont’s most exciting, high-demand careers. Almost every company needs skilled IT professionals, so you’ll be qualified to work in a variety of industries, from healthcare to manufacturing to education. Both certificates can be completed in just one year of full-time study, and both can be completed fully online. As a student at CCV, you’ll enjoy small classes, personalized support from faculty and staff, and flexible scheduling so you can fit college into your busy life.

  • Special or Unusual Circumstance Appeal — A process in which students can request additional considerations be made when determining financial aid eligibility, often due to a recent change in household income or regarding dependency status.
  • Award Year – School year for which financial aid is used to fund a student’s education. Generally, this is the 12-month period that begins on July 1st of one year and ends on June 30th of the following year.
  • Cost of Attendance (COA) — The amount it will cost a student to go to school. This cost considers various aspects including, but not limited to tuition, room, board, and student fees. Indirect costs such as textbooks, travel, and personal expenses are also considered.
  • Demonstrated Financial Need — The difference between the cost of attendance (COA) at a school and your Student Aid Index (SAI). While COA varies from school to school, your SAI does not change based on the school you attend.  
  • Dependent/Independent — For federal aid purposes, a student is considered a dependent, regardless of claim status on federal taxes, unless the student is at least one of the following: at least 24 years old, married, a graduate/professional student, a veteran, a member of the armed forces, an orphan, a ward of the court, someone with legal dependents (not a spouse), an emancipated minor, or someone who is, or is at risk of being, homeless.
  • Entrance Counseling — A mandatory information session which takes place before you receive your first federal student loan that explains your responsibilities and rights as a student borrower.
  • FAFSA Submission Summary — The FAFSA Submission Summary is a paper or electronic document from the U.S. Department of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid that lists answers to the questions on the student’s FAFSA form and gives basic estimates about the student’s eligibility for federal student aid. It is not a financial aid offer.
  • Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) — To apply for federal student aid, such as federal grants, work-study, and loans, you need to complete the FAFSA. This application must be submitted every year that the student plans to utilize federal aid and can be found at Studentaid.gov.
  • Federal Direct Loans (Subsidized/Unsubsidized) — Loans through the Direct Loan Program offer students a fixed interest rate and flexible repayment terms. The unsubsidized loan is not based on financial need and accrues interest while a student is enrolled. The subsidized loan is need-based and does not accrue interest while a student is enrolled.
  • Grant — Gift aid that is typically based on financial need. Grants do not need to be paid back.
  • Interest — Interest is a loan expense charged for the use of borrowed money. The expense is calculated as a percentage of the unpaid principal amount of the loan. While most loans create interest, individual rates between loans will vary. Please contact your loan servicer for more information on your specific loan.
  • Master Promissory Note (MPN) — An MPN is a legal document that contains the Borrower’s Rights and Responsibilities and Terms and Conditions for repayment. Direct PLUS will utilize a different MPN than Direct Subsidized / Unsubsidized loans. An MPN must be completed before federal loans can be disbursed.
  • Origination Fee — An upfront fee charged by a lender when taking out a loan. This is often represented as a percentage of the amount of the loan in question.
  • PELL Grant — The Pell Grant is the largest federal grant program and is designed to assist students from low-income households. PELL grant eligibility is automatically determined based on the information in your FAFSA.
  • PLUS Loan — Direct PLUS Loans are federal loans and are applied for at StudentAid.gov. Parent PLUS loans can be borrowed by a parent of a dependent undergraduate student. Graduate students are also able to apply for a Graduate PLUS Loan for themselves.
  • Private Loan — Private Education Loans, also known as Alternative Education Loans, can help bridge the gap between the cost of your education and the financial aid a student has. Private loans are offered by private lenders and the terms and rates can vary between lending organizations. Please reach out directly to the lender with specific questions.
  • Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) — A federal regulation that requires recipients of federal financial aid to maintain a satisfactory rate of progress toward completion of a degree (pace), be in good standing based on a cumulative GPA, and meet maximum time frame requirements.
  • Scholarship – A need-based or achievement-based award (sometimes referred to as merit based) issued to support a student’s education. This is considered gift aid and does not need to be paid back.
  • Student Aid Index (SAI) — The SAI is an index number used to determine eligibility for federal student aid. This number results from information provided on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This is not an actual dollar amount that is expected to be paid.
  • Verification — A federally mandated process to confirm the accuracy of data provided by selected applicants on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To complete the verification process, the student, their parent(s), or spouse, if applicable, are required to provide certain documents to the school for review. If the documentation the student provides the institution doesn’t match what was reported on the FAFSA, verification can result in changes to the student’s financial aid eligibility, and/or financial aid offers.
  • Work-Study — Federal Work-Study provides part-time jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial need. If eligible, the amount listed in your financial aid package represents the amount you can earn up to in a single semester. Money earned through this program is issued directly to the student.

Financial Aid Appeals

If you or your family have circumstances that weren’t accounted for on your financial aid forms, we encourage you to reach out to your Financial Aid Counselor to see if a revision to your financial aid eligibility is possible.

Special Circumstances – Financial Considerations

The 2024/2025 FAFSA® results are based on your current assets and 2022 family income. However, sometimes family circumstances can change significantly and the U.S. Department of Education allows institutions to make adjustments to elements of a student’s FAFSA on a case-by-case basis. Circumstances may include a loss of income, a change in the number of people in the household, unusually high medical expenses not covered by insurance, or other significant changes. The Change in Family Financial Circumstances Appeal forms can be found on the Financial Aid Forms page.

Unusual Circumstance – Dependency Status Considerations

Answers to questions on FAFSA determine whether a student is considered dependent or independent for financial aid purposes. The federal student aid programs are based on the concept that it is primarily the student and their family’s responsibility to pay for the student’s education. A dependent student is assumed to have the support of parents, so the parents’ information must be assessed, along with the student’s, in order to get a full picture of the family’s financial strength.

There may be extraordinary circumstances that warrant students who do not meet the definition of independent to appeal their dependency status. Examples of extraordinary circumstances that could warrant dependency override may include: Parent(s) being incarcerated, abandonment by parent(s), an abusive or dangerous family environment or other clear manifestations of complete distancing of a student from their parent(s). Circumstances that do not warrant dependency override may include: Self-sufficiency (living on your own, paying your own bills), parent(s) who are unwilling to provide information or sign the FAFSA, parent(s) who are unwilling or unable to provide financial assistance for college, or parent(s) who no longer claim you as a dependent for income tax purposes The Dependency Override Appeal form can be found on the Financial Aid Forms page.

Provisional Independent Status

New for the 2024/2025 academic year, dependent students who do not provide parental information on the FAFSA will still be able to complete the application. The application will be provisionally processed as independent and the student will receive an estimated/provisional Student Aid Index (SAI) and show estimated eligibility for federal grants and loans. This does not guarantee that the student will be granted independent status for federal financial aid purposes. CCV will contact students for which we receive a provisional independent status via email within 30 days. Students will be asked to complete the Dependency Override Appeal to explain their circumstances. If the Dependency Override Appeal is approved, CCV will carry that decision forward to future award years without collecting documentation unless the student contacts CCV and indicates their circumstances have changed. The Dependency Override Appeal form can be found on the Financial Aid Forms page.

The Community College of Vermont provides students with assistance in applying for federal Title IV and state financial aid. In doing so, the college complies with all appropriate federal and state regulations pertaining to financial aid. Students who apply for and receive state or federal financial aid assume responsibility for complying with requirements and regulations.

Satisfactory Academic Progress

Students who receive Title IV Federal Financial Aid must progress towards their degree at a rate that meets both college standards and federal guidelines. Success in meeting these requirements is called Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).

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Withdrawals from CCV

Dropping and withdrawing from a course will impact your financial aid. Contact a financial aid counselor prior to your withdrawal.

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Special and Unusual Circumstances

Students can request additional considerations be made when determining financial aid eligibility.

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Responsibilities

CCV students are required to read and understand their responsibilities when applying for financial aid.

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Code of Conduct

CCV financial aid staff are bound to act in compliance with the vision outlined in the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrator’s Statement of Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct for Institutional Financial Aid Professionals.

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The Community College of Vermont offers financial assistance to students who might otherwise be unable to further their education without such support. Depending on the type of aid, eligibility is based on one or more of the following criteria: financial need of the individual (in the case of dependent students, family need is used), educational costs, academic program, and availability of funds. More information about general eligibility requirements for federal financial aid can be found here.

Federal Loans

Student loans can be used to pay for a variety of costs associated with your college education. Learn more about how to apply for federal loans.

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Federal & State Grants

Learn more about federal and state grant opportunities at CCV.

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Scholarships

CCV offers many scholarship opportunities to help students pay for college.

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Work Study

Work-study is ideal for students looking for part-time employment to help cover educational expenses.

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The 2024-25 FAFSA

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is different from previous years, but CCV is here to help you through the process. The first step to attending CCV is to complete our free application for admission. Once you submit your application, follow these clear steps to get started on financial aid. Have questions? Our financial aid team is here to help.

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Applying for Financial Aid

  1. Gather documents you’ll need to fill out for the FAFSA®.
  2. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). See the chart below for which FAFSA you should file. CCV’s school code is 011167. As you begin the FAFSA, you (and a parent/guardian or spouse if their information is required) need to create or retrieve your FSA ID. This lets you sign the FAFSA electronically and allows your contributors to agree to using their personally identifiable information to calculate your aid. If you are applying for the first time, you and your contributors should create an FSA ID 2-3 business days before you begin the FAFSA.
  3. Complete the Vermont Grant Application (for Vermont residents). Not a Vermont resident? Check with your home state’s higher education agency regarding possible state grant opportunities.
  4. Schedule an appointment with VSAC’s Educational Opportunity Center (EOC). VSAC Outreach supports adult learners in accessing college and career training services. In partnership with CCV, EOC counselors can connect students with local community resources or provide support in helping them enroll in school. Please call 877-961-4369 to set up a time to talk with an EOC counselor.
  5. CCV will receive a copy of your FAFSA within a week after you complete it. You will be contacted via mail, phone or text if any additional documentation is needed. Want to talk with a financial aid counselor about what aid you could receive? Contact your local financial aid counselor!

    Vermont residents may contact VSAC about State grant opportunities at 1-800-882-4166, by emailing grants@vsac.org, or by checking MyVSAC Work with Grants at www.vsac.org.
Which FAFSA should I file?
Semester AttendingFAFSA
Summer 20242023-2024
Fall 20242024-2025
Spring 20252024-2025
Summer 20252024-2025
What information will I need?
  • Verified account username and password (FSA ID)
  • Parent or spouse contributor name, date of birth, Social Security number, and email address
  • Income and asset information:
    • Tax return information if you filed taxes (and your parents’ if you are considered dependent). See the chart below for the tax year you should use. These tax forms are usually called “1040” tax returns, or “W-2s.” You’ll be able to import your tax information using the Financial Aid Direct Data Exchange on the FAFSA. The Direct Data Exchange is the fastest, most accurate way to input your tax return information into the FAFSA form.
    • If you did not file taxes, you should gather W-2s from all sources of income as well as any untaxed income. You will also need financial records of any benefit you received, such as child support received or paid, worker’s compensation, or disability income.
FAFSA YearTax or Income Year Used
2023-20242021
2024-20252022
How long will it take?

It takes most people less than one hour to fill out the FAFSA form, including gathering any personal documents and financial information needed to complete it.

CCV is committed to dismantling barriers to student parent educational and career success. The Victoria Buffum Single Parent Scholarship helps eligible students reach their academic potential and meet their educational and career goals. If you’re a student with a child or children under 18, read on for information about this scholarship and resources just for you!

Student Parent Scholarship Program

The Victoria Buffum Single Parent Scholarship is designed to provide year-long comprehensive support to CCV student parents that helps them build and maintain the momentum they need to meet their academic goals.

Take 8 to Graduate! The structure of this scholarship is grounded in research indicating students who take 8 classes a year keep going and get to graduation sooner. Conversely, students who take only 1-2 courses a semester take years to earn an associate degree. Many of these students don’t make it. They lose motivation, life gets in the way, and they drop out.

As parents, we know you are balancing a lot and full-time enrollment can be a challenge. We can’t increase the number of hours in a day, but these scholarships can give you more time to focus on your coursework by providing the extra support you need to work less or pay for childcare. When you take more classes, you are building momentum and getting to your goals sooner.

The Victoria Buffum Single Parent Scholarship incentivizes and rewards full-time enrollment. Students can receive up to $3,000 if they complete 24 credits over the course of three semesters or even $3,600 if they complete 30 credits. We made changes to the scholarship structure recently to increase both access to this scholarship along with added flexibility for busy single parents. Rather than require full-time enrollment for fall and spring semesters, students have the flexibility to complete the equivalent of full-time enrollment over the course of three semesters: fall, spring, and summer.

To learn more about this scholarship program, join Liz Jarvis, CCV’s Resource Access Manager, on any of the following dates for a virtual Q&A session. Each session attendee will be entered into a raffle for a free CCV hoodie!

Scholarship Benefits

Students selected for this program will receive:

  • Two scholarships of $600 during the semester, for up to two consecutive semesters, for a total of $2,400.
  • An additional $600 bonus scholarship awarded for completing 24 credits (8 classes) within an academic year (fall semester through summer semester) for a total of $3,000 in scholarships.
  • If 24 credits are completed by the end of spring semester AND an additional 6 credits are taken in the following summer (30 credits in an academic year), another $600 bonus scholarship will be awarded (totaling $3,600).
  • Access to a Laptop Loaner Program during scholarship participation.
  • Access to free one-credit classes to earn 21st Century Skills Badges and show employers that you have the skills to be successful in the workplace,
  • Additional support from CCV’s Resource Access Manager,
  • Two engagement activities per semester with opportunities for connection, community, and learning.
Scholarship Disbursement Schedule

Scholarships will be awarded in the following amounts, at the indicated points during the semester when they meet scholarship conditions:

  1. Fall 5th week: $600 awarded IF still meeting enrollment requirements.
  2. Fall 14th week: $600 IF still enrollment requirements AND have registered for spring semester.
  3. Spring 5th week: $600 awarded IF still meeting enrollment requirements.
  4. Spring 14th week: $600 awarded IF still meeting enrollment requirements AND have registered for summer or fall semester.
  5. Spring Bonus: At the 14th week of class, an extra $600 (total $1,200) awarded IF total credits since fall are equal to or greater than 24 credits (8 total classes in two consecutive semesters).
  6. Summer Bonus: If Spring Bonus was not received, at the 14th week of class, an extra $600 awarded IF total credits since fall are equal to or greater than 24 credits (8 total classes in two consecutive semesters). If Spring Bonus was received, at the 14th week of class, another $600 awarded total credits since fall are equal to or greater than 30 credits.
Victoria Buffum Single Parent Scholarship Eligibility Requirements

This program, generously funded by the Vermont Community Foundation, provides financial support to CCV students who are single parents. To be considered eligible for this program, the student must:

  • Be a single parent and meet ALL the following conditions:
    • Be either legally separated, divorced, widowed, OR unmarried, AND
    • Be the parent of at least one child that has been born prior to application date, AND
    • Have at least 50% custody of their child(ren), AND
    • Be the parent that their child(ren) lives with at least 50% of the time.
  • Be a degree or certificate-seeking CCV student enrolled at least half-time (6 credits per semester by application deadline.
  • Complete the FAFSA and Vermont Grant Application.
  • Remain academically eligible for financial aid during participation.
  • Must not currently be in student loan default.
Application Process

The online applications opens each summer for the upcoming academic year (fall and spring semester only). Each summer, links to this online application will be emailed to CCV students that have filled out the FAFSA indicating that they are single parents AND registered for fall semester. Students will be given an application deadline in the email by which they’ll need to register and have completed the online application.

2024-2025 scholarship applications closed on August 22, 2024.

Tiered Priority

All CCV student parents that are enrolled at least half-time in a degree or certificate program and that are either single parents or have childcare costs may apply for this scholarship program, but priority will be given according to:

  • Income: First priority will be given to students with household income at or under 125% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) and second priority will be given to students with household income at or under 185% FPL.
  • Good Academic Standing: Priority will be given to students maintaining a grade point average of 2.5 or higher in previous semesters.
  • First-Come, First-Serve: After the above conditions are met, remaining decisions will be made based on application submission date.

Community Resources for Parents and Guardians

In addition to the community resources highlighted in our General Resources for Students page, you can find additional resources below that are specifically tailored to parents and children. Any town or county-specific service will have the area of service earmarked in bolded print. Otherwise, each service will be offered statewide.

Virtual Events
Advocacy
  • Building Bright Futures Families & Communities Committee: Group of parents, guardians, caregivers, and professionals dedicated to improving systems and services for Vermont families and communities. Participate in virtual meetings or activities as a parent and receive compensation for your time.
  • Let’s Grow Kids Action Center: Access tools and resources to become an advocate for Vermont’s Children and take part in Vermont’s Child Care Campaign.
Child Care
Disability Supports
  • Vermont Family Network: Individual assistance including a peer support helpline, peer connection, funding, practical supports like paperwork assistance, and support groups for families with children with disabilities or special health needs.
  • Kayla’s Directory: Resources and services for children with special needs in Vermont.
  • VCIL Youth Transition Program: Workshops to pass on skills to help prepare youth with disabilities for life outside of high school.
  • Children’s Integrated Services (CIS): Early intervention, family support, and prevention services that help ensure the healthy development and well-being of children, from before birth up to age 5.
Financial Assistance
  • Child Care Financial Assistance Program: Can help your family pay for child care.
  • First Steps Scholarship Program: To help Burlington families pay for child care.
  • Life Gap: While not specifically for student parents, this just-in-time scholarship can help current CCV students with emergency expenses that come up during the semester.
  • Post-Secondary Education (PSE): Part of the Reach Up family of programs, PSE can help qualifying student parents earn an undergraduate degree by providing supportive services and monthly cash payments (if income eligible).
  • DCF Child Support Services: Free services for parents of children under 18 or children over 18 if owed past-due, court-ordered child support
Housing
  • Emergency and Transitional Family Centers: statewide 2-1-1 search.
  • Scholars House: Burlington apartment complex for families with at least one parent enrolled in a college or post-secondary technical program.
  • VCRHP: Vermont Coalition of Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs is a statewide safety net for youth in need by supporting a network of runaway and homeless youth programs throughout Vermont.
Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Supports
  • Designated Agencies: Non-profit service providers in each region of Vermont that provide mental health programs for adults and children.
  • Easterseals Compass: Provides support for at-risk youth between the ages of 12 and 23 in Rutland County.
  • Hannah’s House: Nonprofit, mental health resource center for children, teens, adults, and families in the Mad River Valley Region.
  • NFI: Provides community based mental health programs and services across the state for Vermont families whose children struggle with severe emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges.
  • Spectrum Compass Prevention & Stabilization Program: Free program providing prevention and stabilization services to youth ages 12-23 in Chittenden, Franklin, and Grand Isle Counties.
  • Vermont MOMS Partnership: Helps Reach Up-enrolled mothers and caregivers learn how to better manage their stress through a free 8-week virtual course.
Parenting Supports
  • Kids-A-Part: Enhanced case management, visitation assistance and parent-child contact for families with a parent in prison.
  • Parent Child Centers: 15 centers across Vermont offer parenting supports like early childhood services, home visits to families with young children, playgroups, parent education, parent support, and information and referral.

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Focus2 can help you discover jobs you didn’t know existed and start setting goals. Included are detailed self-assessments, comprehensive career information, exploration matched to CCV’s programs, and career readiness and planning resources. Create a new account by clicking the Register button at the bottom of the login page (ACCESS CODE: ccvcareerservices) or log in to review your saved information.

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Looking for some quick advice from business professionals on a wide range of career topics? Check out our suite of career advice videos.

CareerSpot offers advice videos on:

  • Career readiness
  • Searching for jobs & internships
  • Résumés & interview etiquette
  • And more!
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Find your path to a rewarding, high-demand career. Career Coach helps you identify your interests using career assessment, explore CCV programs, and search for job opportunities that include relevant data on wages, employment, and the training you’ll need.

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Build relationships with employers on Handshake. Students can find jobs & internships, connect with recruiters, attend virtual information sessions, and more! Activate your account today using your CCV.edu credentials (username and password). Create a profile, get personalized job recommendations, and find the right job for you.

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Parker Dewey can help you gain experience in your field and get paid with micro-internships. These short-term professional projects allow you to build your skills (and your resume), work remotely around your schedule, and network with both local and national companies. Create a free account today to start searching – new opportunities are posted daily.

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Career Services Guides

Acces the Career Services guides to learn more about interview skills, cover letters and resumes, networking and more! These tools are available to students, alumni, faculty and staff, and employers.

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The workforce training needs of your company or organization are unique. Sometimes the solutions that have worked for your partners or your competitors will work for you, and sometimes they won’t. This is where standardized approaches to workforce development come up short. Partnering with CCV is different. We work with you to develop and implement customized strategies designed specifically for your needs and targeted to take your employees and your business to the next level.

Customized Training

CCV’s statewide presence, strong online learning capability, and dedication to flexible educational delivery gives us the ability to design workshops, trainings, and programs that meet the needs of your employees when and where you need them. With delivery at one of our CCV locations or at your place of business during hours that best fit your schedule, we can increase the skill base of your workforce from entry-level through management. We will work together to create a plan based on your specific training needs. Courses can be designed as half-day, full-day, or week-long trainings to meet your needs.

Past Customized Trainings have included:

  • Spreadsheets and database training
  • Accounting and billing software, and emailing
  • Business writing
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Team building
  • Leadership and supervisory skills
  • Customer service
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Career Pathway Entry Program (CPEP)

The Career Pathway Entry Program at CCV is an on-ramp for career seekers to explore industries, participate in job shadowns with local employers, gain college credit and an industry credential, and earn cash while they learn.

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Post Jobs & Internships

As the second-largest college in the state, CCV has a student body large enough to meet the needs of your business. Our statewide presence means that no matter where you’re located, there are CCV students ready to gain experience and help your business thrive. CCV’s online job and internship recruiting site, Handshake, gives you access to hundreds of potential employees in Vermont and beyond.

As an employer, using Handshake gives you the ability to:

  • Post your jobs and internships
  • Review student résumés
  • Host virtual info sessions & interviews
  • And more!
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Corporate Voucher Program

CCV’s corporate voucher program allows companies to purchase seats in bulk for any of our 3-credit courses at a discounted rate. With CCV, your tuition assistance dollars go further and benefit more employees.  

Offering tuition assistance is a proven strategy to retain your workforce, reduce recruitment costs, enhance operational effectiveness, close skill gaps, increase equity, and build a stronger company. 

CCV offers many industry-recognized credentials such as:

  • Certified Customer Experience Professional
  • NACPB QuickBooks Online
  • Amazon Web Services Cloud Practitioner
  • Certified Production Technician
  • Google Project Management
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Prior Learning Assessment

Many of your employees may have college credit already, and many will have completed college-level learning through jobs and other life experiences. CCV’s Prior Learning Assessment programs are designed to award college credit to individuals based on the level of college-level learning they’ve attained. Read about how Comcast provided its employees the opportunity to earn college credits through CCV’s PLA program. Multiple options are available and courses can be offered on-site or at any CCV location.

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Evaluate Your Training

If you already have training and educational programming in place for your employees, our Education and Training Evaluation Service (ETES) could be a good option to enhance those programs. In conjunction with the Vermont State Colleges’ Office of External Programs, CCV’s Prior Learning Assessment Office can evaluate your training systems for college-level equivalency. A successful ETES evaluation will allow employees who complete your training program to receive college credits for their work.

Contact The ETES Program

Prior Learning Assessment Office
802-828-4064
priorlearning@ccv.edu

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Career Services

CCV’s Career Services team provides students and alumni with a range of personalized services. We’re here to help you explore careers, craft an academic career plan, embark on a job search, and more.

Students can work with Career Services to explore opportunities, identify your interests and skills, and understand how CCV programs can prepare you for your chosen career.

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Career Exploration Tools

Our tools provide in-depth information about career fields, job listings, salary information, and resources to help you identify your interests and strengths. Students can access self-assessments, in-depth career information, and comprehensive planning resources.

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Access the Tools

CCV’s education programs prepare you to teach at a variety of levels. The early childhood education degree program provides the knowledge and skills you’ll need to enter a rewarding, high-demand career in child care. The liberal studies degree is a solid foundation for the education you’ll need to become an elementary, middle, or high school teacher. Credentials and certificate programs can lead to employment as a home child care provider, after school program provider, or early childhood education administrator. Whatever path you choose, you’ll be well positioned for the workforce or further education.

CCV programs are stackable, meaning they build on one another as you progress toward your goals. Individual classes can be applied to credentials, credentials to certificates, and certificates to degrees. Check out our certificate to degree maps and explore the stackable program options available to you.

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Education Programs

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Certificates

Credentials

Programs marked with “+” can be completed fully online.

Transfer Pathways

Did you know that nearly half of CCV graduates choose to continue their education beyond an associate degree? To make transfer seamless, easy, and affordable, CCV has agreements with other institutions across Vermont and throughout the region. Early planning can help you follow a clear transfer path.

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Workforce Pathways

In today’s workplace, industry-recognized credentials carry earning power. At CCV, we offer credentialing and training opportunities at our locations around the state and online. These programs have been designed from the ground up with input from Vermont employers on the skills and knowledge they’d like to see workers equipped with. Get credentialed, get trained, get your next promotion.

Credential and Training Benefits:

  • Increased earning potential
  • Industry-recognized credentials
  • Earn while you learn
  • Short-term program options

Visit our online catalog for complete and comprehensive program and course information.

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Alumni Success Story

Jean Cota earned a CCV degree in early childhood education, and is now the director of childcare for Jay Peak Resort.
CCV Works: Jean Cota

Jean graduated from CCV in 2018 with her associate degree in early childhood education and became the director of childcare for Jay Peak Resort in 2019. “I climbed the career ladder because of the degree,” she said. “It completely changed how I looked at childcare. It used to be ‘I’m providing a home for children.’ Now it’s about education.”

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