Becoming a SNAP CAN Participant
Do you receive SNAP benefits and need help finding a job? The SNAP Career Advancement Network (SNAP CAN) can help you build skills, get training, and gain work experience.
Why Join?
SNAP CAN can help you:
- Learn new skills
- Gain work experience
- Find more job opportunities
- Get support with expenses
- Find a job faster
- Keep your job
- Use virtual services
Financial Help and Support
Support services are at no cost for participants.
SNAP CAN providers may help pay for:
- Child care
- Training materials
- Interview clothing
- Work uniforms
- Job equipment
- Cell phone or internet bills
- Laptop or hotspot
- Other related needs
Find a SNAP CAN Provider
If you receive SNAP benefits, you can contact a SNAP CAN Provider directly. Tell them you want to join the voluntary SNAP CAN program.
You will have access to employment and training services that include:
Education
- Adult Basic Education (ABE)
- English Language Learners (ELL)
- High school equivalency (GED)
Job Readiness
- Career exploration and planning
- Job search techniques
- Resume preparation
Job Retention
Supervised Job Search
- Identifying employment opportunities
- Applying for employment
- Attending job fairs
Vocational Training
- Construction
- Culinary
- Forklift Certification
- Auto Tech
- and more
Eligibility Requirement
To qualify, you must:
- Be 16 years or older
- Receive Nutrition Assistance
- Not receive TANF Cash Assistance
If you are unsure where to start, complete the SNAP CAN Provider webform. A SNAP CAN Specialist will help you find a SNAP CAN provider.
Note: SNAP CAN is unable to assist with benefits. To reach the Family Assistance Administration about nutrition assistance or to be reassessed for SNAP CAN eligibility, call 1-855-432-7587.