CDAC Mini-Grants            

CDAC provides "mini-grants" to classified staff members who wish to engage in development activities.  The grants can be used for conferences, workshops, online courses, or classes.  Expenses other than books, materials, and food can be included.  The annual maximum grant is $200 per staff member, but the grant can be combined with other funding sources, such as those below.  Contact a CDAC member, or use the form on the right to apply.  Group grants are also available for group activities.

Tuition Waiver            

All state employees may take courses at community colleges or state universities, up to six credits per quarter, without paying tuition.  This allows classified staff to take courses at Seattle Central, or other campuses of Seattle Community Colleges for free.  Staff need to attend the first few days of class and then register and submit a tuition exemption form.  A registration fee may be necessary, but can be covered by a CDAC mini-grant.  Contact a CDAC member, or use the tuition waiver form to the right.

The Association Staff Scholarship            

The Association of Washington Community and Technical College Administrators offers a scholarship for staff who are pursuing a degree in the field of college administration.  Applicants must be full-time permanent staff who have worked at a community or technical college for at least five years.  They must express an interest in continuing their careers in college administration, and be endorsed by the President.  The scholarship award is up to $1200.  Contact a CDAC member, or use the Association Scholarship form to the right.

The President's Fund Scholarship            

Seattle Central Community College offers the President's Professional Development Fund for staff members to attend courses, workshops, and conferences that relate to their jobs.  Staff members may apply each quarter, and there is a $300 annual limit.  Contact a CDAC member, or use the President's Fund form to the right.

WFSE/AFSCME Union Scholarships            

The classified staff union has many scholarships available for staff members and their families.  These scholarships range from grants for single courses to amounts that cover college tuition.  For more information, or to apply, visit www.wfse.org and select Members Only Benefits, then Scholarships, from the menu.

CDAC Grant Guidelines

CDAC Grant Application Form

CDAC Group Grant Application Form

Tuition Waiver Form

The Association Scholarship Form

The President's Fund Guidelines

The President's Fund Form