Alaska Job Training for Single Mothers (2025 No‑Fluff Guide)

Last updated: September 2025

This is your practical, Alaska‑specific roadmap to job training, funding, childcare help, and real steps that lead to a better job — without fluffy talk or false promises. Every link goes to an official agency or established nonprofit. Figures are verified and dated in citations.

Quick Help Box (do these first)

• Call the Alaska Job Center Network to get matched to training funds like WIOA or STEP: Toll‑free Job Center line: 877‑724‑2539. Ask for “training services.” Then ask for “an intake for WIOA Adult or STEP and the AlaskaJobs profile help.” Alaska Job Centers directory lists direct numbers by city. Last updated April 21, 2025. (jobs.alaska.gov)
• Create your AlaskaJobs account and post a resume (needed for WIOA/STEP and for UI). Go to AlaskaJobs via myAlaska, then “Individual job seeker” and follow the login guide. This replaced ALEXsys. AlaskaJobs access + instructions. Updated Aug. 25, 2025. (jobs.alaska.gov)
• If you need fast, free pre‑apprenticeship (women‑focused) in construction, call Alaska Works Partnership (Women in the Trades): 907‑569‑4711 (Anchorage). Free hands‑on classes, direct pathways into union apprenticeships. Program info and contacts. (asdk12.org)
• If you’re Alaska Native/American Indian, contact your regional tribal employment program. Examples: Cook Inlet Tribal Council E&T Anchorage 907‑793‑3300; Tanana Chiefs Conference E&T Fairbanks 907‑452‑8251; Tlingit & Haida JPT Juneau 907‑463‑7989. These can fund tuition, tools, travel, childcare. (citci.org, tananachiefs.org, tlingitandhaida.gov)
• Need childcare to train or work? Apply for Alaska’s Child Care Assistance (PASS I/II/III). Central/Coastal (AK Family Services) 907‑373‑4450; Anchorage 907‑644‑5000; Northern/Southeast (thread) 907‑265‑3100. Child Care Program Office contacts. (health.alaska.gov)
• Considering AVTEC (state training center in Seward)? Application fee $50; 2025–26 program costs listed below. Call 907‑224‑3322. AVTEC training costs 2025–26. (avtec.edu)

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Quick Reference Cheat Sheet (what funds what)

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Start Here: Your Job Center + AlaskaJobs

Action first:

• Call the Job Center’s statewide line 877‑724‑2539 or your local center (table below). Say: “I’m a single parent. I need training funds (WIOA/STEP) and help with AlaskaJobs and childcare.” Staff can screen you for WIOA Adult, STEP, SNAP E&T referrals, AAE, AJC workshops, and apprenticeships. (jobs.alaska.gov)
• Create or update your AlaskaJobs profile and upload a resume. AlaskaJobs replaced ALEXsys and is required for UI work registration and most training referrals. (jobs.alaska.gov, labor.alaska.gov)

Reality check:

• Expect to complete an intake, provide documents (ID, SSN, proof of Alaska residency, income, layoff letter if dislocated, last paystubs, SNAP/ATAP notices, training acceptance), and meet with a case manager to build an Individual Employment Plan. First appointment timelines vary by office load; in busy centers, plan for 1–2 weeks to complete intake and eligibility. Policies require eligibility and IEP before any tuition is paid. (dol.alaska.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• If you can’t get through by phone, email the center (addresses on the office page) or walk in during business hours; ask for a WIOA/STEP orientation slot. If you’re in a village, ask for a phone or Teams intake. If still stuck, contact the Division of Employment & Training Services via the DETS page and request assistance. (jobs.alaska.gov, labor.alaska.gov)

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Alaska Job Center contacts (keep this handy)

Source: Alaska Job Center Network directory (updated April 21, 2025). (jobs.alaska.gov)

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WIOA Adult & Dislocated Worker: Core training funds

Most single moms qualify for WIOA Adult if you meet one of these: you receive public assistance (SNAP, ATAP), have low income using federal poverty/LLSIL standards, or are basic‑skills‑deficient (assessed by staff). Dislocated Workers qualify after certain layoffs. Services include career services, ITAs (tuition), On‑the‑Job Training (OJT), and supportive services. Start at your Job Center. (labor.alaska.gov)

• Income benchmarks Alaska uses include the HHS 2025 Alaska Poverty Guidelines: e.g., household of 2 = $26,430\ast \ast ,3=\ast \ast$33,310, 4 = $40,190. These are official as of Jan. 17, 2025. (govinfo.gov)
• Alaska also uses Lower Living Standard Income Level (LLSIL) for WIOA “low‑income” and self‑sufficiency decisions; 2025 tables were published May 13, 2025 and include Alaska‑specific figures (downloaded via ETA LLSIL page). Case managers check 70% of LLSIL vs. poverty and apply the higher. (regulations.justia.com, govinfo.gov)
• Self‑sufficiency policy: for WIOA Adults, Alaska uses 125% of the MIT Living Wage for your county/MSA and family makeup to judge whether training is needed to reach self‑sustaining wages. This policy was updated Aug. 29, 2024. (dol.alaska.gov)
• Supportive services are allowed (transportation, childcare, testing fees, tools). Total supportive aid per participant is capped annually by DETS (cap amount set each year; your Job Center will tell you the current limit). Policy updated Jan. 27, 2025. (dol.alaska.gov)
• ITA amounts: Alaska sets ITA amounts through local policy and individual need (there is no fixed statewide dollar posted publicly). If tuition exceeds the local ITA cap, case managers braid funds (Pell, STEP, tribal, VA) to cover full cost. This is allowed by federal regulation. (govregs.com)

Timeline reality:

• Eligibility + IEP must be finished before tuition is paid. You may need to apply to the school and secure an acceptance letter first. Bring that to your case manager. Expect 1–4 weeks from intake to ITA approval depending on how fast documents come in and class start dates. (dol.alaska.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• Ask staff to co‑enroll you in STEP, AAE, and (if eligible) a tribal WIOA program to maximize funding. If denied, request the program’s appeal process or contact the DETS policy page for complaint/appeal links. (dol.alaska.gov)

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STEP (State Training & Employment Program): A strong Plan B (and often Plan A)

STEP is a state‑funded training program for Alaskans who worked in a UI‑covered job within the last 5 years. STEP pays for tuition, OJT, apprenticeship costs, and supportive services (transportation, temporary housing, tools, meals). It targets high‑demand fields like healthcare, construction, IT, education, transportation, tourism, and seafood processing. Start at your Job Center; ask for a STEP referral. (awib.alaska.gov)

• Recent scale: DETS reported supporting hundreds of apprentices and trainees with STEP funding last year (e.g., “over 360 individuals” via $1.9M STEP; legislative briefing Jan. 29, 2025). Actual individual award sizes vary by training. (akleg.gov)
• STEP grantees across Alaska offer classes you can enter directly (e.g., Zender’s rural environmental responder, regional construction academies). Your case manager can enroll you and pay your costs. (awib.alaska.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• Ask to combine STEP with WIOA (co‑enrollment). If denied because you lack recent UI‑covered work, pivot to WIOA Adult or to a tribal E&T program if you’re eligible. (dol.alaska.gov)

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Apprenticeship & Pre‑Apprenticeship (women‑friendly paths)

Alaska has high wages in skilled trades. Pre‑apprenticeship lets you test trades free and improve math, tool use, and safety before applying to a union apprenticeship.

• Alaska Works Partnership (AWP): Free, hands‑on pre‑apprenticeship and Women in the Trades (WIT) classes in Anchorage, Mat‑Su, and Fairbanks. Call 907‑569‑4711 for current classes and waitlists; many 2025 sessions were women‑only and free. Youth (high school) classes run with ASD, also free. (asdk12.org, allevents.in)
• State apprenticeship page lists pre‑apprenticeship options and orientation schedules; look for healthcare and construction. (jobs.alaska.gov)
• Funding: WIOA/STEP can pay for required tools, PPE, travel to training, and sometimes childcare while you’re in related instruction. Ask your case manager to include these in your IEP/ISS. (dol.alaska.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• If classes are full, ask AWP to put you on a waitlist and call the Job Center to enter any Alaska Construction Academy session in your region. (awib.alaska.gov)

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Training Providers with Clear Costs (examples you can actually plan around)

AVTEC — Alaska’s Institute of Technology (Seward)

AVTEC publishes full 2025–26 training costs by program, including room/board for dorms and family housing options. Application fee $50; Financial Aid office 907‑224‑6156. Programs start fall and spring.

• Industrial Electricity (Aug 11, 2025–May 20, 2026): Tuition 4,929**; Room & Board **12,425; Tech Fee $390\ast \ast ;StudentFee\ast \ast$300; Books $786\ast \ast ;Supplies\ast \ast$3,188; Items not provided $1,800\ast \ast ;Total\ast \ast$23,818. (avtec.edu)
• Information Technology (Aug 11, 2025–May 20, 2026): Tuition 4,929**; Room & Board **12,425; Tech Fee $390\ast \ast ;StudentFee\ast \ast$300; Books/Materials (includes high‑end desktop) $4,220\ast \ast ;Supplies\ast \ast$508; Items not provided $1,100\ast \ast ;Total\ast \ast$23,872. (avtec.edu)
• Industrial Welding (Aug 11, 2025–May 20, 2026): Tuition 4,929**; Room & Board **12,425; Tech Fee $390\ast \ast ;StudentFee\ast \ast$300; Books $608\ast \ast ;Supplies\ast \ast$8,509; Items not provided $1,500\ast \ast ;Total\ast \ast$28,661. (avtec.edu)
• Culinary Arts (terms vary): Tuition 3,287**; Room & Board **6,212; Tech Fee $195\ast \ast ;StudentFee\ast \ast$150; Books $1,103\ast \ast ;Supplies\ast \ast$2,888; Items not provided $700\ast \ast ;Total\ast \ast$14,535. (avtec.edu)

Training calendars show start dates (e.g., fall 2025). Secure funding or pay half of tuition/fees about 30 days before start to hold your seat (or provide proof of funding). (avtec.edu)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• Ask your case manager to braid WIOA or STEP with Pell and a tribal E&T grant to cover the total. AVTEC accepts written billing authorizations so you don’t front the money. (avtec.edu)

University of Alaska – career/technical certificates

If you’re doing a short certificate at UAA/UAF community campuses, here are 2025–26 per‑credit rates:

• UAA resident lower‑division $241/credit\ast \ast ;upper‑division\ast \ast$290/credit; graduate $528/credit\ast \ast ;UAInfrastructureFee\ast \ast$19/credit; consolidated campus fees apply. (catalog.uaa.alaska.edu)
• UAF Community & Technical College resident $241/credit\ast \ast ;TrothYeddha’campusundergrad\ast \ast$298/credit; grad $555/credit; published 2025–26 estimates show total annual COA examples. (catalog.uaf.edu)

Pell Grants for 2025–26: maximum $7,395\ast \ast ,minimum\ast \ast$740 (effective July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026). File FAFSA. (fsapartners.ed.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• If Pell isn’t enough, ask your Job Center to authorize an ITA and supportive services, and ask ACPE about Alaska Supplemental Education Loans as a last resort. (labor.alaska.gov)

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Childcare while you train or work

Alaska’s Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP), known as PASS (Parents Achieving Self‑Sufficiency), helps with licensed childcare costs when you’re working, in school, or in job training.

• PASS I: if you’re on ATAP (Temporary Assistance). Ask your Work Services case manager to open PASS I. PASS II: for 12 months after your ATAP case closes with earnings. PASS III: all other working or training families. Contact regional grantees below. (health.alaska.gov)
• Program caps are set at up to 85% of Alaska’s State Median Income; co‑pays are on a sliding scale. Use the regional offices to calculate your contribution and hours authorized; rate schedules/forms are public on CCPO’s forms page. (regulations.justia.com, health.alaska.gov)

Regional CCAP contacts (apply here)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• If a co‑pay is still too high, ask your case manager to include childcare under WIOA/STEP supportive services or request a schedule that fits Head Start hours. (dol.alaska.gov)

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Tribal and Village‑Based Training Funds (if you’re Alaska Native/American Indian)

These can stack with WIOA/STEP and often cover tuition, tools, travel, temporary housing, and childcare.

• Cook Inlet Tribal Council (Anchorage): E&T and Vocational Training Grants; walk‑in Wednesdays 10–4; phone 907‑793‑3300. CITC Employment & Training. (citci.org)
• Tanana Chiefs Conference (Interior/Fairbanks): Employment & Training (ext. 5890) 907‑452‑8251; assistance includes tuition, fees, supplies, transportation, temporary room/board. TCC Job Training. (tananachiefs.org)
• Central Council of the Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska (Southeast): Job Placement & Training; one‑time cap $15,000 toward approved vocational training (eligibility limits apply). Local 907‑463‑7989, toll‑free 800‑344‑1432 ext. 7989. (tlingitandhaida.gov)
• Kawerak (Nome region): Vocational Training Assistance grants up to $3,000 (longer programs), with travel/support services based on need. 800‑450‑4341. (kawerak.org)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• Ask for a 477 co‑enrollment with your tribe, plus WIOA/STEP at the Job Center. Many families use all three to fully cover costs. (jobs.alaska.gov)

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Adult Education, GED, ESL, and Integrated Education & Training (IET)

If you need a GED, better reading/math, or English, Alaska Adult Education centers are free and statewide. Many offer IET — you do a short occupational class and basic skills at the same time, which can unlock WIOA training faster.

• Find your local AAE program (Anchorage: Alaska Literacy Program 907‑337‑1981; Fairbanks: Literacy Council 907‑456‑6212; Kotzebue ATC 907‑442‑1500; Kenai/Homer UAA contacts). State directory updated July 10, 2025. (jobs.alaska.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• Ask your Job Center to co‑enroll you in AAE and WIOA so that tuition is pre‑approved once you pass placement tests (saves weeks). (labor.alaska.gov)

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Disability and accessibility supports

Alaska DVR provides training, OJT, assistive tech, job coaches, and can reimburse employers up to 90% of wages during OJT depending on business size. If you have a physical, mental, or learning disability, ask DVR for services; they coordinate closely with the Job Centers. (dol.alaska.gov, labor.alaska.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• Ask DVR to collaborate on a plan with your WIOA/STEP case manager (“co‑enrollment”) so you can get both training funds and disability supports. (labor.alaska.gov)

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Job Corps in Alaska (ages 16–24, with young parents welcome)

Alaska’s Don Young Job Corps Center (Palmer) remained open in 2025 after a federal court paused a nationwide closure order; funding is currently in place through June 2026 while the case proceeds. If you’re 16–24 and need tuition‑free residential training (with help finding childcare options nearby), talk with an admissions counselor and confirm current intake status. (alaskabeacon.com, matsusentinel.com, alaska.jobcorps.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• If admissions pause resumes, pivot to AVTEC, AWP pre‑apprenticeship, or a tribal E&T grant. Your Job Center can help you apply in the meantime. (avtec.edu, asdk12.org, citci.org)

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Application Checklist (bring this to your intake)

• Government photo ID; Social Security card or verification.
• Alaska residency proof (lease, utility bill, PFD record).
• Last 6–8 weeks of paystubs (or layoff/termination letter for dislocated workers).
• Public benefits notices (SNAP, ATAP, Medicaid) to document priority of service.
• Training acceptance/offer letter (AVTEC, UA, ETPL provider) or apprenticeship posting.
• FAFSA confirmation (for Pell), if you’re pursuing a tuition‑based program.
• Childcare info (provider name/license) if you’ll seek PASS or WIOA/STEP childcare help.
• If Alaska Native/AI: tribal enrollment/CIB; contact info for CITC/TCC/T&H.
• If disability: records or provider contact (DVR can also assess).
• AlaskaJobs resume posted; Job Center can help. (jobs.alaska.gov)

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Starting school before funding is approved. WIOA/STEP cannot reimburse tuition already paid before eligibility and an IEP/authorization. Wait for the written authorization. (dol.alaska.gov)
• Skipping AlaskaJobs. It’s required for UI and for many training enrollments. Post and keep your resume active. (labor.alaska.gov)
• Ignoring childcare paperwork. PASS approvals can take time; call your regional office early and coordinate start dates. (health.alaska.gov)
• Not stacking funds. Most training is paid by combining WIOA/STEP/Pell/tribal. Ask your case manager to “braid” funds. (govregs.com)
• Missing deadlines at tribal or school offices (e.g., TCC higher‑ed deadlines April 30, Nov 15, Mar 15). Put them on your calendar. (tananachiefs.org)

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What if you need income while training?

• Unemployment Insurance: You must register in AlaskaJobs and keep weekly work searches unless the training is “approved” (talk to UI). Claim center numbers: Anchorage 907‑269‑4700, Juneau 907‑465‑5552, Fairbanks 907‑451‑2871; toll‑free remote areas 888‑252‑2557. Report that you’re attending school/training each week. (labor.alaska.gov, labor.alaska.gov)
• WIOA/STEP can pay On‑the‑Job Training wages (employer receives reimbursement) or paid work experiences in some programs. Ask your case manager. (dol.alaska.gov, jobs.alaska.gov)

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Real‑world examples (from typical cases)

• Anchorage: A mom of two used WIOA Adult + Pell to attend AVTEC’s IT program. WIOA paid tuition/fees, STEP covered a laptop and part of travel; PASS III covered childcare with a small co‑pay; she started a helpdesk job before graduation.
• Mat‑Su: A mom in retail took a Women in the Trades electrical intro week, then entered a union apprenticeship. STEP covered basic tools and OSHA training; the local Job Center paid for gas vouchers under supportive services.
• Bethel: A mom did AAE GED + IET, then Yuut Elitnaurviat’s training with tribal funds and a WIOA ITA. PASS authorized village‑based licensed care.

These combinations reflect what Alaska’s policies and providers allow (actual outcomes vary by eligibility, timing, and funding). (dol.alaska.gov, jobs.alaska.gov, awib.alaska.gov)

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Diverse Communities: tailored routes

• LGBTQ+ single mothers: All programs above are nondiscriminatory. If you encounter bias, use the state Equal Opportunity complaint process on DETS’ policy page; Job Centers can help you escalate. (dol.alaska.gov)
• Single mothers with disabilities or with disabled children: Start with DVR and request a joint plan with WIOA/STEP. DVR can fund OJT, assistive tech, job coaches, and coordinate flexible training schedules. (dol.alaska.gov)
• Veteran single mothers: Job Centers provide priority of service to veterans and eligible spouses for all DOLWD‑funded training. Ask the veterans representative at your Job Center for apprenticeship and GI Bill alignment. (wioaplans.ed.gov)
• Immigrant/refugee single moms (work‑authorized): AAE (ESL/IELCE) helps with English and job skills; Alaska Literacy Program and other AAE providers can co‑enroll you with WIOA once you have work authorization. (jobs.alaska.gov)
• Tribal citizens: See tribal E&T section above; these funds can be faster and cover housing/travel that other programs can’t. (citci.org, tananachiefs.org)
• Rural moms with limited access: Ask your Job Center for virtual intake and funding for travel or temporary housing (supportive services) if your training is only in a hub like Seward/Fairbanks/Anchorage. (dol.alaska.gov)
• Single fathers: Most programs are gender‑neutral; PASS and WIOA/STEP apply equally.
• Language access: State health and labor pages offer language access contacts; ask your center for an interpreter for intakes and workshops. (health.alaska.gov)

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Program Facts & Figures You’ll See on Applications

• 2025 Alaska HHS Poverty Guidelines (annual): 2‑person $26,430\ast \ast ,3‑person\ast \ast$33,310, 4‑person $40,190. Used broadly for program eligibility. Effective Jan. 17, 2025. (govinfo.gov)
• 2025–26 Federal Pell Grant maximum $7,395\ast \ast ;minimum\ast \ast$740 (effective July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026). (fsapartners.ed.gov)
• AVTEC application fee $50; sample program totals above. (avtec.edu)
• WIOA priority of service is mandatory for low‑income, public assistance recipients, and basic‑skills‑deficient adults; veterans get priority within these categories. (wioaplans.ed.gov)
• Supportive services are allowed across WIOA/STEP, but participant caps are set annually. Ask your center for the current year’s dollar limit. (dol.alaska.gov)

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SNAP Employment & Training (E&T) — add‑on support

If you receive SNAP, Alaska’s SNAP E&T can connect you to training and limited supportive services (transportation, childcare) through the state plan. Ask your SNAP worker for an E&T referral or your Job Center to coordinate. State plan updated for FY 2025. Exact reimbursement amounts vary by provider and are in the operating plan. (fns.usda.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• If E&T isn’t active in your area, use WIOA/STEP supportive services and PASS childcare to cover costs. (dol.alaska.gov, health.alaska.gov)

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Local Organizations and Nonprofits to Know

• Alaska Works Partnership — pre‑apprenticeship/Women in the Trades, free. Anchorage 907‑569‑4711. (asdk12.org)
• Alaska Literacy Program (Anchorage AAE) 907‑337‑1981; Literacy Council of Alaska (Fairbanks AAE) 907‑456‑6212. Free GED/ESL. (jobs.alaska.gov)
• Nine Star Education & Employment Services — ATAP Work Services contractor, adult education, job readiness. Anchorage HQ 907‑279‑7827; Wasilla 907‑373‑7833. (ninestar.org, business.wasillachamber.org)
• Alaska Safety Alliance / Alaska Construction Academies — job fairs, construction pathways in multiple hubs. (alaskasafetyalliance.org, awib.alaska.gov)

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Quick Reference Tables

Table: Typical training routes and timelines

Table: AVTEC 2025–26 example costs

Table: Key phone numbers (pin this to your fridge)

Sources in sections above. (jobs.alaska.gov, health.alaska.gov, citci.org, tananachiefs.org, avtec.edu, ninestar.org)

Table: Child care contacts and coverage

Table: 2025 Alaska Poverty Guidelines (for quick screening)

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“If Plan A Falls Through” — your backup routes

• Can’t get an ITA in time? Ask AVTEC about moving your seat to the next start date while your case manager finalizes funding; or enroll in a free pre‑apprenticeship (AWP) now, then start AVTEC next term. (avtec.edu, asdk12.org)
• Childcare delay? Ask for a temporary training schedule that matches school hours or Head Start; ask WIOA/STEP for short‑term childcare support. (dol.alaska.gov)
• Rural travel costs? Ask for supportive services for travel, temporary housing, or meal allowances during training; STEP and tribal funds often cover these. (wioaplans.ed.gov)

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10 Alaska‑specific FAQs

1. Can WIOA/STEP pay my full AVTEC bill?
   Sometimes, yes — often by combining an ITA plus STEP and Pell. Your case manager must authorize funds before class starts. (dol.alaska.gov)
2. What exact income makes me “low income” for WIOA Adult?
   Staff compare your family income to 2025 Alaska Poverty Guidelines and 70% of 2025 LLSIL (Alaska‑specific). If either threshold is met, you’re “low income.” Staff also check if you receive SNAP/ATAP. (govinfo.gov, regulations.justia.com)
3. How long before tuition is approved?
   If your documents are complete, many approvals take 1–4 weeks depending on class start date and workload. Funding cannot be back‑dated. (dol.alaska.gov)
4. Will the state help with tools, scrubs, or books?
   Yes. Supportive services allow tools, testing, childcare, transportation, etc., within annual caps set by DETS. (dol.alaska.gov)
5. I’m in Anchorage; who does ATAP Work Services?
   Nine Star provides Work Services in Anchorage/Mat‑Su; main office 907‑279‑7827. (ninestar.org)
6. What’s the Pell amount for 2025–26?
   Max $7,395\ast \ast ;minimum\ast \ast$740 (July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026). (fsapartners.ed.gov)
7. Does Job Corps still take applications?
   As of June 2025, Alaska’s center remained open under a court order; funding is currently through June 2026. Check current status before applying. (alaskabeacon.com, matsusentinel.com)
8. Can PASS pay my family/friend to watch my kids?
   PASS generally pays licensed providers or approved relative/in‑home arrangements that meet program requirements; ask your regional office for rules and the in‑home packet. (health.alaska.gov)
9. I’m in a village without a Job Center. How do I enroll?
   Call the statewide line 877‑724‑2539 for a virtual intake. Many services are delivered remotely; Job Centers can fund travel/housing for training in hubs. (jobs.alaska.gov)
10. Does Alaska have an official list of schools approved for WIOA funds?
    Yes — the Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL). Your training must be on it (or reciprocity). Your case manager will check AlaskaJobs/ETPL. (labor.alaska.gov)

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Step‑by‑Step: How to stack funding without wasting time

• Post your resume in AlaskaJobs and book a WIOA/STEP intake. (jobs.alaska.gov)
• Apply to the school (AVTEC/UA/ETPL provider) and get an acceptance letter.
• File your FAFSA for Pell (2025–26 max $7,395). Bring the Student Aid Report to your case manager. (fsapartners.ed.gov)
• If Alaska Native/AI, file your tribal E&T application (CITC/TCC/T&H). Some have deadlines (e.g., TCC April 30 / Nov 15 / Mar 15). (tananachiefs.org)
• Submit PASS childcare application early (regional contacts above). (health.alaska.gov)
• Ask your case manager to co‑enroll you and write supportive services (childcare, travel, tools) into your plan now. (dol.alaska.gov)

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Quick Reference Cheat Sheet (printable)

• WIOA/STEP → call 877‑724‑2539 (or local Job Center) and say “training services intake.” (jobs.alaska.gov)
• AWP Women in the Trades → 907‑569‑4711 (free classes, women‑only options). (asdk12.org)
• AVTEC costs/dates → Tuition totals above; application fee $50. (avtec.edu)
• PASS childcare → Anchorage 907‑644‑5000; Central/Coastal 907‑373‑4450; Northern/Southeast 907‑265‑3100. (health.alaska.gov)
• Tribal E&T → CITC 907‑793‑3300; TCC 907‑452‑8251; Tlingit & Haida 907‑463‑7989. (citci.org, tananachiefs.org, tlingitandhaida.gov)

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About This Guide

Compiled by the ASingleMother.org Editorial Team

This guide uses official sources from Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Alaska Department of Health, HHS/ASPE, U.S. Department of Education, and established nonprofits/tribal organizations. It follows our Editorial Standards and is updated regularly, but it’s not a substitute for agency decisions. Individual outcomes vary.

Last verified September 2025; next review April 2026. For corrections, email info@asinglemother.org — we respond within 48 hours.

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Disclaimer

Program rules, dollar amounts, and availability change. Always confirm with the agency before you enroll or make financial commitments. We link only to official and established sources and note publish/updated dates in citations. For your privacy and security, do not email SSNs or full documents to unknown addresses; use official state portals like myAlaska and provider upload tools. We do not provide legal advice or guarantee approval.

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• 🛋️ Free Furniture & Household Items
• 🏫 Afterschool & Summer Programs
• 🍼 Free Baby Gear & Children's Items
• 🎒 Free School Supplies & Backpacks
• 🏡 Home Buyer Down Payment Grants
• 🤱 Postpartum Health & Maternity Support
• 👩‍💼 Workplace Rights & Pregnancy Protection
• 💼 Business Grants & Assistance
• 🛡️ Domestic Violence Resources & Safety
• 💻 Digital Literacy & Technology Assistance
• 🤱 Free Breast Pumps & Maternity Support
• 📈 Credit Repair & Financial Recovery