The mission of the CalWORKs program at Saddleback College is to provide support and guidance for CalWORKs student-parents so they can thrive in their academic journey.

Meet our counselors and discover more about the program through this short video: View the Saddleback College CalWORKs video.

President’s Day Closure

In observance of President’s Day, the Saddleback College campus will be closed on Friday, February 13th and Monday, February 16th.

Please note that on February 17th, counselors will not be available due to a faculty contractual day, and the office will be closed.

Normal business hours will resume on Wednesday, February 18th.

CalWORKs Support Services

  • Personal, academic, career and transfer counseling
  • Case Management
  • Priority Registration
  • Intake/Orientation
  • Advocacy
  • Workshops
  • Completion of Social Services documents
  • Educational grants (*if budget allows)

CalWORKs Work Study Program

The CalWORKs Work Study Program is designed for CalWORKs students attending Saddleback College and interested in working on-campus in order to gain employment experience. Income earned through the CalWORKs Work Study Program does not count against their county cash aid.

Benefits of CalWORKs Work Study

  • Professional and work experience for students
  • Increased involvement on campus
  • Convenience of working on campus
  • The student is paid $18  per hour
  • The flexibility of working around your class schedule
  • Counts as an allowable CalWORKs activity
  • Earnings do not count against your cash aid or food stamp

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