The California Work Opportunities and Responsibilities to Kids (CalWORKs) program at Moorpark College provides services and support to continuing or new students who are receiving Temporary Aid to Needy Families (TANF)/CalWORKs (Cash Aid) benefits. 

 

CalWORKs Eligibility  

  • CalWORKs recipients who receive CalWORKs/TANF (Cash Aid) for themselves and at least one dependent in their household. 

  • Must provide documentation of county CalWORKs/TANF (Cash Aid) 

  • Must be enrolled in at least one course. 

 

CalWORKs Services  

  • Academic Counseling 

  • Priority Registration 

  • Welfare to Work Advocacy 

  • Workshops for professional development 

  •  Educational supplies assistance  

  • On-campus work-study opportunities 

  • Liaison with county social services regarding welfare 

     

How to Apply  

To become a student in the Moorpark College CalWORKs program, do the following: 

STEP 1: Meet with your Employment Specialist (Ventura County) or Gain Worker (LA County) 

STEP 2: Get a referral or W2W plan (Welfare to Work Plan) 

STEP 3: Apply to Moorpark College  

STEP 4: Call for an Initial/Intake appointment with an MC CalWORKs staff member at 805-553-4055 

STEP 5: Once you have registered for classes, schedule an appointment with a college CalWORKs counselor to develop your semester I.T.P,  obtain a book voucher request form, and submit all required paperwork to your county worker.   

*Please bring a completed Intake Form and a copy of your Welfare to Work Plan or Verification that you are receiving cash aid (TANF).  

*After your appointment is completed, update your case worker with your new semester classes. 

 

County Resources

The Moorpark College CalWORKs Office is located at Student Service Annex (SS) 107A. Campus Map

CalWORKs Hours of Operation:
Monday8:00am - 5:00pm 
Tuesday8:00am - 7:00pm 
Wednesday8:00am - 7:00pm 
Thursday8:00am - 5:00pm 
Friday8:00am - 12:00pm