Tuition Assistance Programs For Employees In Florida

Category:

Employment - Educational Assistance

State:

Multi-State

Control #:

US-00451BG

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Instant download

Description

The Educational Assistance Program for Employees in Florida is designed to enhance employee skills and performance through various educational opportunities. This program is available to full-time regular employees who have served for at least one year and allows for reimbursement of tuition and registration fees for approved courses at accredited institutions. Employees must select courses that are related to their current job or aligned with career advancements and must submit a reimbursement form with necessary approvals prior to course commencement. Reimbursement is based on the grade received, with higher grades yielding higher reimbursement percentages. Additionally, employees must provide official transcripts and proof of payment upon course completion. Notably, employees who leave the organization within two years of receiving reimbursement are required to repay the funds. This form is essential for attorneys, partners, owners, associates, paralegals, and legal assistants who are involved in employee administration or human resources, as it outlines eligibility, procedures, and potential liabilities associated with tuition assistance programs, ensuring compliance and supporting employee development.

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The State of Florida Employee Educational Assistance Program allows each state university and community college to waive tuition and fees for state employees to enroll in up to 6 credit hours of courses per term. However, participation is subject to space-availability.

Be a Florida resident and a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. A student's residency and citizenship status are determined by the postsecondary institution. Questions regarding such status should be directed to the financial aid office or admissions office of the institution the student plans to attend.

The State Employee Tuition Waiver provides full-time State of Florida employees the opportunity to take up to six hours of coursework per academic term at a significant discount.

Establishing Residency The claimant must have established and maintained a legal Florida residence at least 12 months before the first day of the semester for which in-state status is sought. Other persons are eligible only if they qualify by one of the exceptions, as provided in s.

What is the State Employee Tuition Waiver Program? This program, also known as the State of Florida Employee Educational Assistance Program, allows each state university and Florida College System institution to waive tuition and fees for state employees to enroll in up to six (6) credit hours of courses per term.