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Child Care Assistance
Finding affordable child care can be tough. Fortunately for Carteret CC students we have several opportunities that may help. Explore the resources below and apply for funds to help pay for child care.
Quick Links
Grants through the Financial Aid Office may be available to assist students with paying for child care services provided while the student parent is attending classes. Carteret CC students may use the link below to submit an Online Child Care Grant Application.
(Carteret CC student email login required)
Eligible Carteret CC students may also apply for child care funds through the U.S. Department of Education Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) program.
CCAMPIS supports student-parents attending Carteret Community College by offering financial assistance for child care services. The goal of CCAMPIS at Carteret CC is to ensure that student-parents are successfully able to complete their course work and graduate, while ensuring that child care needs are met by a quality child care site and costs to the student-parent are minimal.
Eligibility
- Currently enrolled at Carteret CC and eligible to receive or receiving a Federal Pell Grant
- Have completed an application with the Carteret County Department of Social Services for child care services. (More information about applying for child care, can be found the county website https://www.carteretcountync.gov)
- Student- Parent must utilize a licensed Child Care Facility or licensed Home Care Facility.
Program Requirements
- Maintain good academic standing of 2.0 or higher
- Maintain a minimum of part time enrollment (priority slots go to full time enrollment during Spring/Fall Semester)
CCAMPIS will also aim to support student parents with additional needs including:
- Community Resources , Referrals, and Parenting Programs
- Child Care Facility identification, service monitoring, and advocacy
- Supportive educational services and enrollment in TRIO
Program Contact
Njideka N. White
Family Support Specialist
[email protected]
(252) 222-6020