The SNAP E&T program is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Nutrition Services (FNS). Florida's SNAP E&T program is designed to assist eligible SNAP E&T participants to obtain skills through education, training, or work experience that will increase self-sufficiency and lead to employment. The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), in partnership with the Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs), is responsible for the administration of SNAP E&T.
Who is Eligible?
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Is between the ages of 18 - 49
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Is not in school at least half-time
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Does not work at least 20 hours a week
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Does not earn at least $217.50 a week
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Does not have a documented medical limitation
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Does not meet other criteria, outlined by federal regulations, that prevents them from working
Qualifying Work Components
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Job Search (in combination with other activities)
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Job Search Training (in combination with other activities)
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Work Experience
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Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act services
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Trade Adjustment Assistance services
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Education/Vocational Training
Exemptions and Exceptions
***The Department of Children and Family’s (DCF) staff determines all exemptions and exceptions. Participants must contact DCF with Exemption and Exception Requests.***
For Appointments
Assistance is available Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm by appointment only at the Fort Walton Beach and DeFuniak Springs locations and on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm at the Crestview location:
The Main Street Suites 550 N Main St. Crestview, FL
POC: Allan Coble 850-428-6275 |
CareerSource Okaloosa Walton Emerald Coast Technical College 761 North 20th Street DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433
POC: Melissa Rust 850-520-5990
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Main Center Location 409 Racetrack Road NE Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
POC: Lasha Claxton 850-833-7587 |