Talent Ready Scholarship
In partnership with the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE), this scholarship is being offered to support students who exhibit financial need and are enrolled in a less than one-year program (or less than 900 clock hours) leading to a credential or certification that is considered in-demand or industry recognized. This scholarship can be awarded in conjunction with federal need-based financial aid for degree programs.
To be considered for this funding opportunity, the following qualifications must be met:
- Applied to Southern State and have met any program specific admissions requirements and/or prerequisites required for the qualifying program;
- Filed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and be Pell eligible or demonstrate additional need based on this application;
- Passed (successfully) any prior certifications where funding was used prior to applying for another round of funds AND paid any outstanding balances with the College;
- Resides in the state of Ohio and enrolled as an SSCC student not in College Credit Plus (CCP).
Southern State Community College does not issue a degree/certification to students who complete the short-term certifications.
Eligible Short-Term Certifications
| Name of Program | Up To Grant Amount |
|---|---|
| Commercial Driver's License (A or B) | $2,000 |
| Basic Peace Officer Training Academy | $1,000 |
| Microsoft Office Specialist | Eligible for the Testing Vouchers at the SSCC Testing Center |
| CompTIA A+ | Eligible for the Testing Vouchers at the SSCC Testing Center |
| COMPTIA Security+, or COMPTIA CySA+, or COMPTIA PenTest+ | Eligible for the Testing Vouchers at the SSCC Testing Center |
| Cisco Network Academy | Eligible for the Testing Vouchers at the SSCC Testing Center |
| State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) (Non-Credit) | $875 |
| Real Estate Professional Certification | Eligible for tuition scholarship for REST1171, REST1173, and REST2275 |
