Expands Tuition Aid Grant program to include workforce training programs.

The bill expands the Tuition Aid Grant program to include workforce training programs. The Higher Education Student Assistance Authority will designate eligible programs based on critical workforce shortages. Eligible programs must require at least 150 hours of classroom instruction, offer industry-valued credentials, and have a 70% completion and job placement rate. The authority will determine eligibility criteria for participation in the tuition aid grant program.

Expands Tuition Aid Grant program to include workforce training programs.

The bill expands the Tuition Aid Grant program to include workforce training programs. The Higher Education Student Assistance Authority will designate eligible programs based on critical workforce shortages. Eligible programs must require at least 150 hours of classroom instruction, offer industry-valued credentials, and have a 70% completion and job placement rate. The authority will determine eligibility criteria for participation in the tuition aid grant program.