Tuscola Co. – Kelly came into the Tuscola service center looking for assistance in paying for her education in November of 2021. Kelly heard that GST Michigan Works! assists college students and was interested in seeing if she could qualify for the grant. After screening and testing, Kelly’s career coach was happy to inform her […]
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Sanilac Co. – Megan came to GST Michigan Works! in Sandusky seeking assistance with an associate degree in applied science to pursue a career as a surgical technician. She was determined eligible and was able to receive funding for training through WIOA and MiREACH. In January 2022, she began classes at Delta College. After completing […]
Shiawasse Co. – Trisha, a single parent, came to GST Michigan Works! Owosso service center via referral to the PATH program during a challenging time in her life. She was facing several barriers to success, including transportation, childcare, and a need for training to obtain full-time employment that would get her on her chosen career […]
Lapeer Co. – Katelyn has a long work history in manufacturing. While she enjoyed the work, her heart was in helping people. As a working adult, taking time off to attend school felt daunting. Still, after some career setbacks, Katelyn decided to follow her heart. At the time of application, she worked as an unlicensed […]
Tabitha initially approached GST Michigan Works! for assistance in advancing her career in 2019. Tabitha worked part-time as a Bus Driver for the local community schools. Motivated to make a change and find full-time employment, Tabitha wanted to work in the medical industry. She sought assistance to earn her Nurse Assistant Certificate, allowing her to […]
Upon meeting Katherine, you can tell she has a kind soul. With eight children under the age of 14, Katherine was a stay-at-home mom for many years. She also has been homeschooling her children since the COVID-19 pandemic. However, when Katherine came to GST Michigan Works! her home life needed a change. One day, after […]
Heather first heard about GST Michigan Works! services through GST Michigan Works! outreach at her high school. She went on to complete the summer youth program, gaining experience and employment. At the end of her participation, she and her Career Coach discussed the possibility of training and when she might want to get started. She […]
Madison dreamed of a career in the medical field. She knew she had the skills for it; with a compassionate heart, she began to plan her career and future. She started working as an aide, then a CNA, and next a phlebotomist, but her dream was to become an RN. Marriage and motherhood led Madison […]
Erin first came to visit GST Michigan Works! at the office in Caro in August of 2023 when she was facing the struggles of unemployment. She decided she needed more. She wanted to pursue a career that would allow her to earn more money to support her children, and spend time exercising her passion, caring […]
Vashawna has always had a genuine desire to help people and, more importantly, to work in healthcare. She had worked for several years in a clerical support position in a laboratory but always with a longing in her heart to do more. She had often considered nursing throughout her work life but was held back […]