Eligibility for the grant is determined by the federal government. The grant does not have to be paid back, however, you must supply all the information required by the federal government and the Skills Center to receive the funds. Students in the Auto Body Technician, Auto Technician, Bricklaying, and Word Processing programs only are eligible to apply for the Pell Grant. Veterans Administration Educational Benefits Eligible veterans can receive full-time Veteran Education Benefits while attending the Skills Center. Unemployment Benefits Students enrolled in the Skills Center who are eligible to receive unemployment benefits through the Virginia Employment Commission can receive those benefits while attending the Skills Center.
Eligibility is determined by the employment commission.
The individual approved by the employment commission must bring his or her school attendance card to the appropriate counselor who will verify attendance and program, and sign the form every two weeks. The signed form must be returned to the Virginia Employment Commission by the student.