CanI collect unemployment benfits if I’m taking vocational training?
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CanI collect unemployment benfits if I’m taking vocational training?
I have recently applied for unemployment and got my statement saying that I qualified (so I’m guessing that I’m approved) although I haven’t yet filed a claim. I am trying to branch off into an entirely different carreer which requires vocational training for the culinary arts. Is this an approved vocational training?
Asked on January 29, 2011 under Employment Labor Law, Virginia
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
First of all, be sure you report any classes that you take during weeks claimed. As you seem to already be aware, you may receive benefits while attending school, depending upon the course of study and the required attendance each week. However, if you want to attend school or a training program to improve your employment possibilities, you need to request approval in advance through your VEC Workforce Center. The VEC will determine if your training will be approved and advise you on work search requirements while you are in school or a training program.
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