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SNAP Training and Employment Program (STEP)
The STEP Grant provides support for students who are currently receiving SNAP benefits (once known as Food Stamps).
If you are receiving SNAP benefits and a current or prospective student at CCC, the STEP program can give you added support and resources to help you succeed.
Apply to the CCC STEP Program
Once your form is submitted, we will contact you with more information and instructions for the next steps.
Need assistance? Contact us at step@clackamas.edu.
Academic, Job and Career Coaching
- Academic Advising
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- Help identifying classes and training programs
- Referral to support resources
- Career coaching and planning
- Help finding a job or growing your skills for a better job
- 1-on-1 resume, cover letter, job search and interviewing help
Possible help with funding for:
- Courses to get started in a college program or help you complete your program
- Tools/books for college courses
- Items needed for program admission or industry certification exams after you complete your program
- Transportation support for your school or job (e.g. bus pass or gas voucher)
SNAP Eligibility
To be eligible for STEP you need the following:
- Currently receiving SNAP benefits. Not receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and
- Enrolled or intending to enroll at CCC:
- General Education Development (GED) classes.
- English as a Second Language (ABE/ESL) classes.
- Vocational training or Career Technical Education programs — any program or certificate except general studies or transfer degrees (i.e. not AAOT, AGS, most AS degrees). Explore academic programs.
To qualify for SNAP benefits, you will need to:
- Have income that is below the income limits.
- Be enrolled in a college training, degree, or certificate program that leads to employment or meet other eligibility criteria.
- Apply for SNAP Benefits here.
- Students must be receiving SNAP benefits before applying to STEP.
- You do not need to meet work requirements to qualify for and maintain SNAP benefits if enrolled in a program leading to employment.
Concerned about how SNAP could impact your immigration status?
Know your rights and the facts! See Protecting Immigrant Families or Oregon Immigration Resource, or call the Oregon Law Center-Legal Aid Services of Oregon Public Benefits hotline at 1-800-520-5292 for answers to your questions about public benefits and public charge.
By accessing these important benefits to support yourself or your family, you are not taking away resources from another student or family. The programs are designed to respond to meet the needs of all who qualify - anyone who is eligible will receive benefits.
If you need help applying for benefits, contact Helen Paz, Benefits Navigator, benefits@clackamas.edu.
