Education Committee

Mission – The Education Committee shall assist in developing the Local’s educational programs and, with the Local officers, be responsible for effecting the Local’s and the Union’s educational programs.

  • Education Surveys for Members and Stewards:  Take a moment to let us know how we can make our Education Program more relevant to you.

Below is a list of just some of the many educational and training opportunities available to members and their families.  For more information, please contact Myesha Glover, Education Committee Chair.

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  • LYNDA.com CWA in partnership with Bismarck State College

Find over 2,000 ON-LINE courses that are completely free to CWA members and their family.  Click here for a “How To” guide.

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CWA SCHOLARSHIPS

There are several scholarship programs available for members and their children.  For more information, contact the Committee.

The CWA Joe Beirne Scholarship is named in honor of CWA’s founding President.

NettWorth Financial Group Scholarships                                                                                      To request a Scholarship Application, please click here.

The CWA Southern California Council (SCC) Scholarships is sponsored by the SCC Education Committee.  These annual scholarships are for Labor Studies courses. The SCC has established criteria for the fair and consistent awarding of these scholarships. The priority is as follows:

  1. First priority: Individuals who are currently enrolled in any Labor studies degree      program.
  2. Second priority: Individuals who are currently enrolled in a Labor Studies classes (i.e. Community College, Trade School, etc.).
  3. Third priority: All others.

Applications for more than one class will be considered after first applications from all recipients have been granted.

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Scholarship Program | Legislative Black Caucus

Union Plus membership educational assistance: College Education Resources for union members and their families.

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HORIZONS FUNDING:

Horizons is a Union negotiated benefit that is a part of AT&T Core Contract. It allows for CWA AT&T Core members to take educational classes of their choice and have it paid from through this benefit up to $1200 per year.

FAQ:

Q: Does the money roll over to the next year?

A: No, this is a use it or lose it benefit for every member. The company has allotted a specific amount to be utilized for the employees.

Q: What classes do Horizons offer?

A: None. Horizons is strictly the funding to pay for a class at a school of the members choice. 

Q: Does the class have to be for AT&T specific type of education?

A: NO. You can take a course to enhance your educational background for any subject of your choosing. 

Q: What is the requirement?

A: That you are an AT&T CORE employee, for 1 year and the school is an accredited college. 

Q: Can I use it and take a class while out on benefits?

A: No. Your course must begin while you are actively reporting to work.

Q: Can I use it for a spouse or child?

A: No. It is the employee’s benefit only.

Q: How or where do I get the form?

A: It is available for you to fill out on HROneStop, search Horizons Application or click here

For further questions, or assistance ask your Local Steward or  please contact Education Chair Myesha Glover @ 818-381-1582 or email cwa9003mglover@yahoo.com.

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This is the only community college in the LA area that offers Labor Studies courses.  These courses can be used to obtain an Associate Arts Degree or Certificate of Completion.  As a union member, these courses are great to broaden your knowledge on the Labor movement.  Here is a list of a few up coming classes.

1-Unit Weekend Classes at Trade-Tech generally run from 8:30AM to 5:00 PM at South Campus Aspen Hall Room 221 except for *LS 121 in Room 423.

Click here for a SCHEDULE of CLASSESSCHOLARSHIPS are also available!

Units Transferable to CSU.

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