Pathways for Single Moms

You are only one year away from a high-demand technical career.
‘Pathways for Single Moms’ will help you get there!

The Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona is connecting single mothers to high demand one-year CTE programs in fields that pay a livable wage, getting their families on a new path to self-sufficiency.

Pathways: Career Technical Education for Single Mothers:

Apply to enroll in a 1-year certification program for fast-growing careers that pay a self-sufficient wage. Both Logistics and Supply Chain Management and Building Construction Technology are two of the one-year certificate being offered. Apply below!

Benefits of the Pathways Program:

Paid Tuition for a one-year certificate in technical education
Quality-First/Kindergarten-ready Childcare Scholarship(s) – Full-time
Stipend (*$5,000)
Emergency Funds (up to $400)
Career Services (coaching and planning)
Internship opportunities
Pre-graduation Career Fair w/ local industry leaders

Eligibility:

Identify as a Single Mom
Complete Pathways application
Complete Pima College application
Completion of the Pathways: Prep for Success course OR meet PCC Assessment requirements
Choose eligible certificate program in technical education (ex. Logistics or Building Construction Technology (BCT))
Pima County One-Stop (PCOS) approval
Complete PCOS Childcare Scholarship voucher
Attend PCC iBEST info session and WFSA Pathways Orientation session

Learn more about the program and career opportunities by contacting Desiree Maultsby at dmaultsby@womengiving.org , Director of Program Engagement or contact Anel Cossio, acossio@pima.edu at PCC – Adult Education iBEST team member.

Get a head start with ‘Pathways Prep’

Take the first step and begin furthering your education with the ‘Pathways Prep’ course. This course is a recommended intro to the Pathways for Single Mothers CTE program. It is offered by Pima Community College (known as MathBridge) and provides wrap-around educational supports to learners who may benefit from additional support in basic literacy, math skills, as well as study/time management skills and resources. Upon successful completion of Pathways Prep, you will gain eligibility to enroll in the Pathways CTE program. The PCC Assessment may be done in place of this course, depending upon placement results.

Pathways Prep: What’s offered?

Classes offered are online/virtual for free
Refresh Study Skills needed to complete education programs
Gain confidence in math skills
Supportive Instructors and Staff
Meet you where you are in your educational journey
Career Exploration
Eligible for Pathways CTE, upon completion
PCC Application (also known as MathBridge)

Ready to get started? Here are your next steps:

Complete the WFSA Pathways Application
Complete the PCC application
Contact Anel Cossio, acossio@pima.edu to schedule your assessments

Schedule and complete Pima Community College assessment.

Select eligible CTE program (ex. Logistics or BCT)
Work with an iBEST Advisor to get registered for your program

Apply today!
For more info email Desiree Maultsby, dmaultsby@womengiving.org.

Pathways for Single Moms Application

Applicant Information
Please complete the form which will be used to assess the support needed for your success in the program.
First & Last Name:*
Phone*
Email*
Social media handles (e.g. Facebook/Instagram names)
Date of Birth:*
MM
DD
YYYY
Street Address/P.O. Box*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
What's the highest level of education you have completed?*
- Less than HS
- High School Diploma
- GED
- Some Community College, no degree
- Some 4-Year College, no degree
- Certificate Program Completion (e.g., CNA, EMT, CDA)
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
How did you hear about the Pathways program (this program)?*
What technical certificate are you pursuing?*
- Logistics Supply Chain Management
- Technical Education Certification
- Unsure
If applicable, will you pursue the High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma during the one-year training?*
- Yes
- No
Veteran Status*
- Veteran
- Service-Disabled Veteran
- Member of the Reserve
- Member of the National Guard
- No Military, Reserve, or National Guard Service
How do you identify your race/ethnicity? (Check all that apply)*
- American Indian or Alaskan Native
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- Asian
- White
- Black or African American
- Hispanic or Latino
- Prefer not to answer
What language(s) do you use regularly?*
- English
- Spanish
- Native Language
- Another language
If you chose "Another language" above, please explain:
Do you identify as having a disability?
- No
- Yes
If you chose "yes" to having a disability, can you tell us more about it?
Which best describes your current marital status?*
- Never married
- Separated
- Divorced
- Widowed
- Engaged
- Married
Who lives in your household? (check all that apply)*
- My romantic partner/spouse
- My own children
- Other children who are related to me (or my partner) (e.g. nieces, nephews, cousins)
- Other children who are not related to me (or my partner) (e.g. roommate's children)
- Roommates
- My parents and/or my in-laws
- Other adults related to me (or my partner)
- Other adults who are not related to me (or my partner)
- Other
If you have a long-term partner or spouse that doesn't live with you, please explain:
Do you have a child/children under the age of 6?*
- Yes
- No
On each line, please write the date of birth (mm/dd/yy) of each of your children (including those that may live elsewhere or that you are a legal guardian of.)*
Child 1 Child 2 Child 3 Child 4 Child 5 Child 6 Child 7 Child 8
Please list the numbers for the children who currently live with you for at least part of the week. (e.g. "child 1, child 3" or "all")*
Who normally provides care for your child(ren)? (Check all that apply)*
- Family
- Friend
- Neighbor
- Child care center
- Child care home
- Head start
- Pre-k (in a school building)
- K-12 school
- Before/after school programs
Are you currently receiving a child care subsidy or scholarship that helps pay for your child(ren)'s care?*
- No
- Yes, from DES
- Yes, from DCS
- Yes, through a Quality First scholarship
- Yes, directly from the child care center
If you chose "other" above, please explain:
How important would the child care benefit be to making it possible for you to attend classes?*
- Very important
- Important
- Somewhat important
- Not at all important
*One benefit of the Pathways program is support for finding and paying for a child care provider to care for your young child(ren) (under age 6) while you attend classes.
What is your current job status?*
- Employed full-time
- Employed part-time
- Not working and/or stay at home mom
- Looking for work
Are you self-employed or do you own a business?
- Yes
- No
Wages/Salary: How much income do you typically make?*
Please answer as best you can. An estimated guess is fine. Indicate per week, per month, or per year. If not applicable, please indicate "0."
Public Assistance or TANF payments:
Please answer as best you can. An estimated guess is fine. Indicate per week, per month, or per year. If not applicable, please indicate "0."
How much do you receive from any other form of income? (Child support, social security, disability benefits, etc.)
Please answer as best you can. An estimated guess is fine. Indicate per week, per month, or per year. If not applicable, please indicate "0."
Please describe your most recent work/career experience.*
How long have you been/were you in that job?*
Do you have access to a vehicle in good, working condition?*
- Yes, I have a reliable vehicle for my own use.
- Yes, but I share this vehicle with other people.
- No, I have a vehicle but it is not working right now.
- No, I do not have a vehicle right now.
What forms of transportation do you use to get around? (check all that apply)*
- Driving my own vehicle
- Getting rides from other people
- Riding the bus or streetcar
- Riding a bike
- Walking
- Using rideshare apps (like Uber or Lyft)
Is your house, apartment, or mobile home...*
- Rented
- Owned by you or someone in your household with a mortgage or loan
- Owned by you or someone in your household free and clear
- I am currently living in a shelter or temporary housing
- I am currently homeless
How long have you stayed in the place where you are currently living?*
- One week or less
- More than one week, but less than one month
- One to three months
- More than three months, but less than one year
- One year or longer
I agree to participate in surveys designed to evaluate the strengths and weakness of the training, learning outcomes, financial impacts and/or behavioral/attitudinal changes that I experience during and following my participation in the Pathways program.*
- Yes
- No
Signature:*
Today's Date:*
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Email
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Pathways for Single Moms

You are only one year away from a high-demand technical career.
‘Pathways for Single Moms’ will help you get there!

The Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona is connecting single mothers to high demand one-year CTE programs in fields that pay a livable wage, getting their families on a new path to self-sufficiency.

Pathways: Career Technical Education for Single Mothers:

Get a head start with ‘Pathways Prep’

Ready to get started? Here are your next steps:

Pathways for Single Moms Application

Applicant Information

Connect With Us

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Pathways Program

Pathways for Single Moms

You are only one year away from a high-demand technical career. ‘Pathways for Single Moms’ will help you get there!

The Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona is connecting single mothers to high demand one-year CTE programs in fields that pay a livable wage, getting their families on a new path to self-sufficiency.

Pathways: Career Technical Education for Single Mothers:

Get a head start with ‘Pathways Prep’

Ready to get started? Here are your next steps:

Pathways for Single Moms Application

Applicant Information

Connect With Us

Get the latest updates

You are only one year away from a high-demand technical career.
‘Pathways for Single Moms’ will help you get there!