Workforce Pell Grant programs in Florida
The new Workforce Pell Grant pays for short, 8–15 week job training — up to $4,310 a year, with nothing to repay. Here's what it can cover in Florida, and how to find out if you qualify.
Check my eligibility →Fields you can train for in Florida
Welding, HVAC, electrical prep
Skilled Trades in Florida →CNA, medical assistant, phlebotomy
Healthcare in Florida →Commercial truck driving
Transportation / CDL in Florida →Child Development Associate (CDA)
Early Childhood Ed in Florida →CompTIA, security, networking
IT & Cybersecurity in Florida →Candidate programs in Florida
Programs and providers commonly offering short-term training in these fields. Entries marked Representative are illustrative until Florida publishes its official approved list — always confirm a specific program with the school.
Welding Technology
Tampa Bay Technical
13 wks · $3,000 tuition · $47k median pay · 73% completion
Auto / Diesel Technician
American Advanced Technicians Institute
10–18 wks · $2,000–6,500 tuition · $51k median pay · completion data pending
Auto / Diesel Technician
Aparicio-Levy Technical College
10–18 wks · $2,000–6,500 tuition · $51k median pay · completion data pending
Medical Assistant
Miami Dade College
15 wks · $3,400 tuition · $42k median pay · 76% completion
Nurse Aide / Practical Nursing
Academy for Nursing and Health Occupations
6–15 wks · $1,200–3,500 tuition · $42k median pay · completion data pending
Nurse Aide / Practical Nursing
Advance Science International College
6–15 wks · $1,200–3,500 tuition · $42k median pay · completion data pending
CDL-A Truck Driving
Valencia College
6 wks · $4,600 tuition · $53k median pay · 81% completion
CDL / Commercial Driving
Atlantic Technical College
3–8 wks · $3,000–6,500 tuition · $54k median pay · completion data pending
CDL / Commercial Driving
Big Bend Technical College
3–8 wks · $3,000–6,500 tuition · $54k median pay · completion data pending
Early Childhood (CDA)
Broward College
10–18 wks · $800–3,000 tuition · $35k median pay · completion data pending
Early Childhood (CDA)
Charlotte Technical College
10–18 wks · $800–3,000 tuition · $35k median pay · completion data pending
Early Childhood (CDA)
Chipola College
10–18 wks · $800–3,000 tuition · $35k median pay · completion data pending
Cybersecurity
Broward College
15 wks · $3,700 tuition · $59k median pay · 67% completion
IT Support / Networking
Ana G. Mendez University
10–16 wks · $1,500–5,500 tuition · $60k median pay · completion data pending
IT Support / Networking
Aparicio-Levy Technical College
10–16 wks · $1,500–5,500 tuition · $60k median pay · completion data pending
Workforce Pell in Florida: common questions
Is the Workforce Pell Grant available in Florida?
Yes. Workforce Pell is federal, so it applies in Florida — but each program must be on Florida's state-approved list. Those lists are being finalized for the 2026 launch, so the approved set in Florida is still growing.
What programs qualify for Workforce Pell in Florida?
To be approved, a program generally must show that at least 70% of students finish and land a job that pays enough to justify the cost. In practice that favors the trades, healthcare, transportation (CDL) and IT. Always confirm a specific program's status with the school.
How much does Workforce Pell pay in Florida?
Awards average about $2,200, up to a $4,310 annual maximum, prorated by program length and financial need. Your FAFSA sets the exact amount.