In partnership with the College of the Sequoias (COS) Training Resource Center, the Visalia Economic Development Corporation (VEDC) is offering companies, organizations, and individuals the opportunity to take trainings or classes with the COS Training Resource Center via a full or partial scholarship. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to upskill themselves in their careers and industry without having to be concerned with the costs of training.

Completed applications are reviewed upon submission and must be turned in to the VEDC Executive Director, Bruce Nicotero: [email protected] for consideration.

Scholarship Requirements:

1. Scholarship Application Form
2. Open Enrollment Registration Form
3. Essay Questions (located in the Scholarship Application Form)
4. References Sheet (located in the Scholarship Application Form)
5. Letters of Recommendation (Optional)

*Please note that any online classes offered by our educational institution partners: Ed2Go, Career Step, or Condensed Curriculum International (CCI) or any classes categorized under Community Education are not eligible for this scholarship. 

Questions/Contact Information:

For questions about trainings or classes, please contact the COS Training Resource Center: [email protected] or 559.688.3130.

For questions regarding the VEDC scholarship application, please contact the VEDC Executive Director, Bruce Nicotero: [email protected] or 559.901.4207.