What Is the "Power" Program?

The POWER Program is a course for adults in transition, and provides these adult students with an opportunity to attend two integrated classes:  Career Work Exploration and Introduction to Computers.

The Career Work Exploration course guides the student through a series of exercises that promote self-discovery, with a focus on job preparation. Students are empowered with knowledge to help them explore careers, jobs, and educational opportunities.

The Introduction to Computers course is designed to assist students in developing job skills through state-of-the-art computer instruction. Students are introduced to the basic concepts of the Microsoft Office family, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Power Point.

Program participants may choose from two options: Evening classes, or Day classes. Classes run between seven and eight weeks, depending upon class selection and the time of the year.

Upon completion of the courses, the student will earn four college credit hours.

Who Is Eligible?

The POWER Program is available to all Gateway students, as well as members of the community. It is not required that you be a student at Gateway to participate in the POWER Program.

What Is the Cost?

The POWER Program is a financial need-based program.  Prospective students must fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov/ .  If you have questions about filling out the FAFSA online; help is provided at GateWay Enrollment Services located on campus in the South Building. Students must display a commitment to learning, as well as completing the seven to eight week program. GateWay students who have already been approved for a Pell Grant are eligible for the program; however, the program cost will be deducted from their Pell award. The POWER Program does not fund out-of-state tuition nor students who have an outstanding debt with any of the Maricopa Community Colleges.

When Is the Power Program Offered?

The POWER Program is offered twice per semester. The first session begins the first week of the semester, and the second session begins midway through the semester.

How Do I Get More Information?

E-mail questions to: barbara.grady@gwmail.maricopa.edu

Complete the POWER Program application.