Arizona@Work - Education & Training

About College & Education for Fathers

Education resources for fathers include financial aid, adult education, workforce training, and college programs with on-site childcare. FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the gateway to Pell Grants, Direct Loans, and state aid. Pell Grants provide up to approximately $7,000 per year to low-income students and don't require repayment. GED and HiSET programs operate in every state through adult education providers, often free. Community colleges offer lower-cost two-year degrees and certificate programs in high-demand trades. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds training for eligible adults and dislocated workers. For fathers returning to school, on-campus childcare (often subsidized through the CCAMPIS grant), emergency aid funds, and single-parent scholarships make enrollment feasible. This directory covers state FAFSA offices, community colleges, adult education programs, and single-dad scholarships.

College & Education in Arizona

Arizona handles custody (called 'legal decision-making' and 'parenting time') in superior courts in all 15 counties. The Division of Child Support Services operates under DES. Maricopa County (Phoenix) runs the nation's busiest family court. Major metros include Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, and Chandler. Community Legal Services and Southern Arizona Legal Aid cover most of the state.

More College & Education in Arizona

• Arizona Commission for Postsecondary Education — State agency administering Arizona's postsecondary financial aid programs, college access initiatives, state-funded scholarships including t
• Federal Student Aid / FAFSA — Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at studentaid.gov unlocks Pell Grants, federal Direct Loans, work-study, state aid,
• Federal Pell Grant Program — Largest federal need-based grant program for undergraduate students without a bachelor's degree, with a maximum award up to $7,395 per acade
• Maricopa Community Colleges — System of 10 community colleges across the Phoenix metro (including Phoenix College, Mesa, Glendale, Chandler-Gilbert, GateWay, Paradise Val
• Pima Community College (Tucson) — Southern Arizona's largest community college serving Tucson and Pima County across six campuses and multiple learning centers, offering more
• Arizona Western College (Yuma) — Community college serving southwestern Arizona from its main Yuma campus and satellite learning centers in La Paz County, offering affordabl

College & Education — Common Questions

What do I do first if I want to go back to school?

Fill out the FAFSA at studentaid.gov. It's free and takes about 30 minutes. Results determine eligibility for Pell Grants (up to ~$7,000/year), Direct Loans, and state grants. Apply even if you think you won't qualify — results often surprise.

Is there childcare on college campuses?

Many community colleges and some universities operate on-campus childcare, often subsidized through the CCAMPIS federal grant for low-income student parents. Financial aid can sometimes cover childcare as a cost of attendance.

Can I get a GED online?

Yes. The official GED test is offered online (with in-home proctoring) and at testing centers. HiSET (used in some states instead of GED) is similar. Free prep through state adult education providers and through Khan Academy's free GED prep.

What is WIOA training?

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funds short-term training for eligible adults, often up to

0,000 or more for in-demand occupations. Apply through your local American Job Center. Programs cover CDL, welding, nursing, IT, HVAC, and many others.