STATEHOUSE (May 17, 2024) – State Reps. Michael Aylesworth (R-Hebron) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica) encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.
Negele said Hoosier students in 10th, 11th and 12th grades at a state accredited public or private school can receive up to a $5,000 state-funded scholarship to pursue apprenticeships, applied learning experiences, work-based learning and credentials attainment. About 2,000 spots are available for the 2024-2025 school year and students can apply for a Career Scholarship Account until the Oct. 1 deadline.
"As the demand for skilled workers increases, Indiana actively works with employers to get students the training they need to land a job," Negele said. "Career Scholarship Accounts give high school students the opportunity to gain work-based experiences through internships and apprenticeships, setting them up for success beyond the classroom."
Aylesworth said accounts are available to high school students who are enrolled in a course or educational experience approved by the Indiana Department of Education. Eligible students will participate in joint career and technical education, modern youth apprenticeships, registered apprenticeships or an Indiana College Core program by an approved CSA participating entity.
"The job market can be intimidating and stressful for students coming out of high school, and we know high-paying, in-demand jobs require more than a high school diploma," Aylesworth said. "Helping them discover career paths while still in school and a head start on training can give young Hoosiers an advantage over other job candidates."
Approved students will receive $5,000 over four disbursements and can use the money toward certain qualified expenses:
Approved courses and classes include a variety of topics like accounting, carpentry, cybersecurity, information technology, software development and veterinary science. A full list of approved courses, educational experiences and participating entities can be found at in.gov/tos/csa.
To learn more about Career Scholarship Accounts and enroll before the Oct. 1 deadline, visit in.gov/tos/csa, email CSA@tos.in.gov or call 317-232-0723.
Local employers, trade associations, labor unions and others interested in connecting with the next generation of talent can apply to host a CSA program or be a provider. Visit in.gov/tos/csa and click on "provider resources" for more information.
-30-
State Rep. Michael Aylesworth (R-Hebron) represents House District 11,
which includes portions of Jasper, Lake, Newton and Porter counties.
Click here to download a high-resolution photo.
State Rep. Sharon Negele (R-Attica) represents House District 13,
which includes all of Benton and Warren counties, and portions of
Fountain, Jasper, Montgomery, Newton, Tippecanoe and White counties.
Click here to download a high-resolution photo.
