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Here is the Workforce Training Academy's step-by-step guide to qualifying for FREE tuition. Click on any item below to see details.

Step 1: Complete a WTA Application

Once you’ve learned about DMACC’s Workforce Training Academy, click here to complete an application

Step 2: Submit Documentation

Submit the following documentation using the link that was emailed to you (please note, documents must be submitted to WTA. If you submit to DMACC this may be delaying your proccess):
(If you need help uploading documents, watch this video explaining how to upload documents)

1. Applicant income information
Please submit one of the following to WTA:

Paycheck stubs for the past 3 months from date of application
Wage-A Screen White Sheet from Iowa Workforce Development
SSDI or SSI letter
SNAP Notice of Decision letter

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2. Proof of high school completion

Please submit one of the following to WTA:

Unofficial copy of your high school transcripts or diploma
Copy of GED or HISET
Copy of college degree/transcripts (AA, AAS, AS, BA, MBA or above)

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3. Proof of state residency
Please submit one of the following to WTA:

Driver's license (not expired) or voter registration card
Recent mail that includes your name and address (postmark must be visible)

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Step 3: Complete CASAS Math & Reading Assessments

Math Assessment (Required Score Range: 215 and Above)
Reading Assessment (Required Score Range: 228 and above)
Ell Reading Assessment (Required Score Range: 211 and above)
(for candidates whose native language is not English)

We will contact you by email after processing your application to schedule assessments. If you have previously tested, please provide your scores or submit your college transcripts (must have AA, AS, AAS, BA or above) with graduation date to waive these CASAS assessments. Once you have achieved the minimum required assessment scores, we will register you for STEP 4. Please note, there is a 2 week wait period between testing if scores are not met.

Casas Reading practice tests (Choose level C and D)

Casas Math practice test

Step 3A: Digital Literacy Assessments

Administrative Support Professional, Health Care Patient Services, IT Helpdesk Fundamentals all require a digital literacy assessment. You will be placed in the next scheduled digital literacy assessment session. Practice now! External Resources | Northstar Digital Literacy (digitalliteracyassessment.org)

Step 4: Complete Navigating Your Journey class

Candidates will complete a 16 hour pre-enrollment class designed to equip you with skills and tools to succeed with your personal, academic and professional goals. You will also identify strategies to be successful in your college classes and employment.

After completing this pre-enrollment class you will be meeting with your Pathway Navigator to complete the qualification process.

After you have completed these steps, WTA will be guiding you through this process towards registration into a training program. Questions? Call 515-256-4951

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