What is CALWORKs?

CalWORKs (California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Children) is California's Welfare plan in response to Federal TANF (Temporary Aid to Needy Families) Program.  The Barstow Community College CalWORKs Program focuses on developing opportunities for students to obtain and/or enhance the marketable skills they need to make a smooth transition from receiving cash aid to long-term employment. If a family is to achieve self-sufficiency increasing wage earning power through education is essential to their success. The college provides education, employment training, support services and work study opportunities to increase wage earning power and lead to self-sufficiency.  Funding for child care is available as well.  An advisor is available to help develop an education and employment plan that address both short-term and long-term goals.