Tuition Reimbursement

Eligibility

Permanent employees who have completed their probationary period are eligible to receive up to $1,400 in tuition reimbursement per fiscal year (July 1 - June 30). Applications must also meet the following requirements:

• Coursework must be related to professional development (work-related skills and knowledge) or growth (advancing role within the institution), or part of a college degree program
• Courses must be taken at an accredited institution
• Applicant must receive a minimum grade of C in the course(s) receiving reimbursement
• Reimbursement is for tuition only (fees, books, meals, mileage, and related expenses are not included)
• Applicants participating in the District SMCCCD Pilot Tuition Reimbursement program are not eligible for Cañada Tuition Reimbursement for the same program.
• Applicants are encouraged to discuss their long-term educational/professional development plans with supervisor(s)

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Application Steps

Before Your Course(s) Begins

• Register for the course
• Complete the Cañada Classified Professional Development Application including supervisor's signature.
• Submit the sign Classified PD Application and a receipt for tuition paid to the Chantal Sosa at sosac@smccd.edu.

Applications will be reviewed in accordance with the Classified Professional Development Application Process.

After Completing Your Course(s)

Classified Staff approved for Tuition Reimbursement must complete the following steps within 30 days of course completion:

• Complete Request for Reimbursement form.
• Submit signed reimbursement form, transcripts, and proof of payment to your supervisor.