Guaranteed Student Retraining

A graduate of an associate degree program or vocational diploma program who is a resident of this state is exempt from the tuition and material fees for up to six (6) credits within the same occupational program for which the degree or diploma was awarded if the graduate applies for the exemption within six (6) months of graduation and any of the following apply:

1. Within ninety (90) days after his or her initial employment, the graduate’s employer certifies to the district board that the graduate lacks entry-level job skills and specifies in writing the specific areas in which the graduate’s skills are deficient.
2. The graduate certifies that all of the following apply:
   • The graduate has not secured employment in the occupational field in which he or she received the degree or diploma;
   • The graduate has actively pursued employment in that occupational field;
   • The graduate has not refused employment in that occupational field or in a related field; and
   • The graduate has actively sought the assistance of the district placement office.

Call the Vice President - Education at 715-833-6500 for eligibility and retraining guidelines.