For many people enrollment in a treatment center means that they have either delayed or discontinued these pursuits in order to address their addiction or substance abuse issues. The process of interfacing with institutions of higher learning can be heavily bureaucratic and can be overwhelming for the person in treatment. Vocational consulting assists people while they engage in this process in a way that cuts through the red tape in order to fulfill their scholastic goals and cope with one of their stressors without feeling compelled to relapse.

ACADEMIC ADVISING

• Transcript Evaluation
• Student Educational Plan
• Major Selection
• Course Selection
• College Applications

RESEARCHING VARIOUS EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

• Selecting type of educational program (GED Testing, Community College, Vocational/Trade School, 4-year University, Graduate Institutions)
• Completing applications
• Tuition Assistance

APPLYING FOR FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID (FAFSA)

• California College Promise Grant (formerly known as the BOG Fee Waiver)
• Researching and applying for scholarships
• Referral to the Department of Rehabilitation