If you are an advisor or instructor that likes to stay up to date on the resources and referrals that you can offer learners, this presentation from MassEdCO is for you. MassEdCO’s goal is to help adult learners make postsecondary choices that are good academic and financial fits. Come learn about how your adult education program can partner with MassEdCO to support students in accessing postsecondary options and financing. You will also learn about some financial aid basics to help you advise learners accurately.
- New and experienced advisors
- Directors, instructors, and administrators who assist learners with accessing postsecondary opportunities
This professional development activity/course is designed for:
According to the Indicators of Program Quality from ACLS, adult education programs, and advisors specifically, are tasked with “providing all students with accurate and up-to-date information and equal opportunities to explore and evaluate postsecondary education, training, and employment options.” MassEdCO resources and services can assist you with advising students on education and training options, as well as financial aid.
MassEdCO presenters will begin by explaining how you can partner with MassEdCO to support learners. Presenters will also share an overview of financial aid that will help you advise students with up-to-date and accurate information. Financial aid topics will include:
- How financial aid works and how to apply
- Types of financial aid
- The FAFSA application and updates
- Eligibility, immigration status, and financial support options
Within a few days after you register, Jane Brandt at jane_brandt@worlded.org will send you an email with the Zoom link.
- Understand how your program can partner with MassEdCO to support learners
- Understand some of the basics of financial aid to serve students with diverse interests and needs
Upon completion of this professional development activity/course, you will be able to:
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