Are you unemployed or underemployed? Are you interested in a better job or starting a new career? Would you like to gain additional training, certifications, or degrees? If so, More Than a Job NC is the program for you.

More Than a Job NC (MTAJ-NC) is a partnership between Gaston College, the Lincoln County DSS, and the North Carolina Division of Health and Human Services. We are able to assist active SNAP Benefit participants in Lincoln and Gaston County, who are at least 16 years old, to reach their education and employment goals.

More Than a Job – NC

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MTAJ-NC Purpose Statement

MTAJ -NC empowers individuals to reach their career potential and meets the workforce needs of North Carolina by enabling our trusted partners to provide jobs -driven skills -based training, education, and support services that improve the confidence, health, and well -being of participants, families, and communities.

Benefits

  • Education Navigator that will help assist you in creating a plan to help you reach your education and employment goals.
  • Training and certifications for in-demand jobs.
  • Financial assistance with tuition, fees, textbooks, materials, uniforms, etc.
  • Supportive services and transportation assistance that assist in removing educational and employment barriers.
  • Assistance with resumes, cover letters, interviewing skills, and employer connections.

Program Requirements

  • Be at least 16 years of age.
  • Reside in Lincoln or Gaston County.
  • Be receiving SNAP Benefits.
  • Meet with an Educational Navigator on a regular basis.

For more information, please contact:

Chasity Fleming
Gaston College-Lincoln Campus
Educational Navigator/Admissions Specialist
Ph: 704-748-5217
[email protected]