Further information is available from the local office of the Division of Disability, Aging and Rehabilitative Services. The Trade Readjustment Act provides full tuition and fees, books and supplies to eligible students. Students should check with their local Department of Employment and Training Office to determine eligibility. Many employers pay for full or partial expenses related to courses taken at Ivy Tech when the training offered relates to the employee's job responsibilities. Interested students should contact their employers to determine if such arrangements can be made.
Many unions have training funds available for members.
Interested students should contact their unions regarding availability of training funds for use at Ivy Tech. Veterans' Benefits Students who served in the armed forces may be eligible for veteran's benefits. The Veteran's Administration and, in many instances, the Department of Defense, determines eligibility. The amount of monthly educational allowance will depend on enrollment status and individual entitlement of each veteran. Ivy Tech is obligated by law to evaluate past military and civilian training and education and award credit where appropriate.