EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
2024 Resident Scholarship
A scholarship to help low-income students pay for higher education. This year, the HAI Group is awarding scholarships worth $6,000 each to 20 residents to continue their education. Students may enter — and be awarded— scholarships for up to four consecutive years.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Resides in a housing authority that is a member of an Housing Authority Insurance Group (HAI Group) agency such as the Troy Housing Authority.
- Enrolled in an accredited school for Fall 2024.
- United States Citizen or permanent resident.
- Other rules as outlined in the official rules.
or Visit their website at www.housingcenter.com or contact THA for assistance info. Applications are due by May 31, 2024.
Albany Leadership Charter School for Girls
Tuition-free, Transportation provided.
All Girls. Middle School Grades 6-8. High School Grades 9-12. For more information, visit their website at www.albanyleadership.org
PHONE: (518)-694-5300.
2024 NYSPHADA Scholarship
A scholarship for high school seniors living in public or assisted housing at a NYSPHADA member agency such as Troy Housing Authority.
or Visit their website at www.nysphada.org or contact THA for assistance info. Applications are now CLOSED.
Education Opportunity Centers Program (TRIO EOC @ University at Albany)
Provides college admissions information, financial aid information, and financial literacy to qualified adults who want to start or continue their college studies. Visit their website at www.albany.edu/eoc
PHONE: (518)-442-3894.
Associates for Training & Development (A4TD)
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is a community service and work-based job training program for older Americans.
Authorized and funded by Title V of the Older Americans Act, the program provides training for income eligible, unemployed job seekers age 55+.
Please visit the A4TD website at www.a4td.org/scs-employment-program/ for more information.
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC program that helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service.
Go to www.GetInternet.Gov to submit an application or print a mail-in application.
PHONE: 877-384-2575 or visit www.fcc.gov/ACP
PRACTICE 2 PERFECT TRAINING CENTER
Practice 2 Perfect provides training in Healthcare and is based right here in the Capital Region.
P2P offers students a solid foundation in healthcare practices, ethical standards, and the latest industry advancements as well as certifications recognized nationally.
“We take pride in our unique approach to education, which goes beyond the classroom to actively connect our students with real-world experiences. Our focus on workforce placement means that we don’t just certify professionals; we launch careers.“
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OTHER P2P TRAINING COURSES AVAILABLE:
Contact Practice 2 Perfect for more information
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Troy Portfolio Preservation
Is hiring for the Griswold Heights Construction Project, visit the website HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/22R96YBS for more information.
City of Troy
For open Employment Opportunities and Exam Announcements, visit the CITY OF TROY website for more information.
Commission on Economic Opportunity (CEO)
Please visit the CEO website, www.ceoempowers.org/about/join-us/ to apply and view additional employment opportunities or contact their Talent Acquisition Specialist Tabitha by email at towens@ceoempowers.org
PHONE: 518-272-6012 ext. 301.