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West Virginia Income Maintenance Manual Chapter 18
West Virginia Income Maintenance Manual Page 79 Chapter 18 WV WORKS Activities/Requirements
completion of a WVCTC program of study. First priority for available slots should be given to any WV WORKS participant who is currently enrolled and attending the WVCTC. Once the participant is no longer enrolled, attending, or has made unsatisfactory progress at the WVCTC, the slot is opened, and a new referral may be sent. If the participant later re-enrolls, a new referral may be made as long as slots are available. It is recommended the Case Manager include a requirement for the participant to contact the Student Service Specialist a minimum of twice per month on the SSP. At no time shall any participant be sanctioned for failure or refusal to comply with or accept a referral to the Student Service Specialist. 18.7.17.B Referral Process Referrals to the WVCTC are made by using the DFA-WVW-70 Form. The Case Manager must fax or scan the DFA-WVW-70 to the Student Service Specialist. The WVCTC may also require additional releases of information under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and those should also be submitted to the Student Service Specialist. 18.7.17.C Participation and Supportive Services Participation for this activity is coded and reported per Sections 18.10 - 18.18. All supportive services available for these activities are available to participants in the WVCTC project. Additional support services for challenges faced by participants in the WVCTC project must be sent to the DFA for consideration of payment approval. 18.7.17.D Vendor Responsibilities The Student Service Specialist will assist with: • Completion of the application for admission to the WVCTC, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and any other grant or scholarship for which the student may qualify. • Completion of Boot Camp and with connecting the student with appropriate study skills, test taking strategies, time management, and organization needed to successfully complete the academic program.