If a third-party funding source, such as the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Military and Veterans Education Benefits, AmeriCorps Education Award, or Supplemental Job Displacement Benefit (SJDB) Voucher, will cover your fees, we are here to guide you through the steps.
Overview
After successfully completing your AmeriCorps term of service, you are eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award. You can use this award to pay educational expenses at UCI Division of Continuing Education. You have up to seven years after your term of service to claim the award.
Getting Started
Visit the My AmeriCorps website and select "University of California - Irvine Ext." Complete the enrollment form, indicate that you will use your AmeriCorps Award in the payment area and email it to dce-services@uci.edu. We will contact you to confirm your registration.
Overview
UCI Division of Continuing Education welcomes veterans. We are pleased to assist you in making a smooth transition from military life to that of a student. We provide the tools and services you need to succeed at UCI Division of Continuing Education. This website provides detailed information regarding procedures and requirements related to utilizing GI Bill® benefits to help you attain your educational goals. To further enhance your experience at UCI Division of Continuing Education, we have provided links and contact information for numerous resources that may be of benefit to you.
Getting Started
Eligible veterans can apply through the United States Department of Veteran Affairs in order to obtain a Certificate of Eligibility. Applications can be completed online at the Department of Veteran Affairs or by calling 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551).
Once you receive the Certificate of Eligibility from the VA, the UCI Division of Continuing Education Office of the Registrar VA Certifying Official will then submit your enrollment to the Regional Processing Office (RPO). The RPO will process benefits directly to the student.
Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act Can Fund Your UCI Division of Continuing Education Program
Displaced or disadvantaged workers may be eligible for financial assistance through the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) to enroll in approved UCI Division of Continuing Education (DCE) Certificate Programs. For students who qualify through their local California Employment Development Department office, the funds may be applied toward the cost of UCI DCE fees, required books and materials for these certificate programs. Out-of-pocket expenses, if any, are determined on a case by case basis by UCI DCE and each partner.
WIOA funds only cover the minimum number of required units to complete the specific program for which you are approved.
Approved Programs
One Stop Center
California Employment Development Department’s workforce development partners form a statewide collaborative network to address the skill development needs of the California workforce. The partners include the California Workforce Investment Board (CWIB), Local Workforce Investment Areas, community-based organizations, educators, state and local government agencies, and training providers. If you are interested in attending UCI Division of Continuing Education using this funding, you must contact your local WIOA One Stop Center in your area to determine your eligibility and receive authorization to attend. To locate your local One Stop Career Center, visit California One Stop Career Center and select your county from the menu on the left.
The WIOA is a workforce development legislation that provides funding to address the employment and training needs of eligible professionals and dislocated workers through local One-Stop Centers.
The WIOA Title I financial assistance program and activities are an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
UCI Division of Continuing Education cannot approve students for this funding, nor can we counsel you on your eligibility for these funds or what funding is available from your local One Stop Center for our certificate programs. You must contact your local One Stop Center.
How to Enroll
Tell your WIOA counselor that UCI Division of Continuing Education is listed on the Eligible Training Providers List (ETPL) (change to paragraph?)
Tell your WIOA counselor that UCI Division of Continuing Education is listed on the Eligible Training Providers List (ETPL)
Begin by enrolling in a WIOA approved certificate program
- Determine your academic area of interest and the approved certificate program that matches your interest and needs. Please complete our interest form and we will contact you.
- Click on the certificate program you are interested in to view program requirements and curriculum. Download a program brochure (located under Related Documents) on the right side of the web page. Submit the brochure to your WIOA counselor.
- Once you have been approved for WIOA funding, schedule an appointment with UC Irvine Student Services Office at dce-services@uci.edu when you obtain the authorization from your WIOA counselor.
- A Student Affairs Specialist will help you select your courses and design an overall enrollment plan. Your enrollment plan will map out how long it will take you to complete your program and the courses you will be taking each quarter toward your program completion.
After enrollment, take courses in subsequent quarters
- Enroll as soon as course information is available for that quarter. This is typically 7 weeks before the quarter begins. Students will contact the Student Services Office with the courses that they would like to enroll in. If all paperwork and authorizations are in place, the Student Affairs Specialist will enroll you in your courses.
- Upon enrollment, contact a Student Affairs Specialist to receive a list of required books and materials for the courses. Students should contact the Student Services Office as soon as they enroll in the course to help ensure materials are received in a timely basis.
- Submit a quarterly attendance certification form.
Technical Requirements
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Additional software and hardware may be required for your online course. Please check with your instructor or review the enrollment confirmation for any additional requirements.
Purchase orders are accepted by fax, by email, and in person to the UCI Division of Continuing Education Student Services office. An enrollment form for each student listed on the purchase order must be included with the purchase order at the time of submission. Purchase orders and enrollment forms must be received before the enrollment deadline.
UCI Division of Continuing Education recommends all forms are submitted at least two weeks prior to the start of the course to allow time for processing and for students to receive their enrollment confirmation and important information about their course(s). All enrollment, drop, and refund deadlines and policies apply. Any fees (such as parking, drop, candidacy, and late fees) not listed on the purchase order are the responsibility of the student and due at the time of enrollment. Visit our Drops and Refunds page for additional information.
The purchase order must include the following information on official company letterhead:
- Company’s complete name and address
- Purchase order number or reference number
- Billing address
- Billing contact name, email address, and/or phone number
- Student name(s)
- Approved amount
- Course information (title, number, dates/term)
The purchase order along with the enrollment form must be submitted to the UCI Division of Continuing Education Student Services office.
Mailing address:
UCI Division of Continuing Education
Student Services
510 E Peltason Dr, Suite 4100
Irvine, CA 92697-5700
Payment on invoices must be made within 30 days of receipt.
Please contact the UCI Division of Continuing Education Student Services office at dce-services@uci.edu or (949) 824-1010 with questions and for more information.