Workforce Pell Grant programs in Vermont
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 Vermont, and how to find out if you qualify.
Check my eligibility →Fields you can train for in Vermont
Welding, HVAC, electrical prep
Skilled Trades in Vermont →CNA, medical assistant, phlebotomy
Healthcare in Vermont →Commercial truck driving
Transportation / CDL in Vermont →Child Development Associate (CDA)
Early Childhood Ed in Vermont →CompTIA, security, networking
IT & Cybersecurity in Vermont →Candidate programs in Vermont
Programs and providers commonly offering short-term training in these fields. Entries marked Representative are illustrative until Vermont publishes its official approved list — always confirm a specific program with the school.
Welding Certificate
Advanced Welding Institute
10–18 wks · $2,000–6,500 tuition · $51k median pay · completion data pending
Auto / Diesel Technician
Vermont State University
10–18 wks · $2,000–6,500 tuition · $51k median pay · completion data pending
Medical Assistant
Community College of Vermont
6–15 wks · $1,200–3,500 tuition · $42k median pay · completion data pending
Nurse Aide / Practical Nursing
Vermont State University
6–15 wks · $1,200–3,500 tuition · $42k median pay · completion data pending
CDL-A Truck Driving
Vermont community & technical colleges
6 weeks · $4,200 tuition · $54k median pay · completion data pending
Early Childhood (CDA)
Community College of Vermont
10–18 wks · $800–3,000 tuition · $35k median pay · completion data pending
Cybersecurity
Champlain College
10–16 wks · $1,500–5,500 tuition · $60k median pay · completion data pending
IT Support / Networking
Community College of Vermont
10–16 wks · $1,500–5,500 tuition · $60k median pay · completion data pending
Workforce Pell in Vermont: common questions
Is the Workforce Pell Grant available in Vermont?
Yes. Workforce Pell is federal, so it applies in Vermont — but each program must be on Vermont's state-approved list. Those lists are being finalized for the 2026 launch, so the approved set in Vermont is still growing.
What programs qualify for Workforce Pell in Vermont?
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 Vermont?
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.