COVID-19 Update for HINET HOʻŌLA ʻIKE:
Services are available using video chat or phone. Email general questions to myhinet@hawaii.edu. For specific inquiries or to schedule an appointment please email or call us at 808-934-2689
College and Workforce Training Funding and Support
Hawaiʻi Community College in partnership with the State of Hawai‘i Department of Human Services (DHS) has created a program to deliver assistance and support for college and workforce training. The SNAP Employment and Training program is a federally funded program that is designed to help remove barriers and provide students with access to education and skills training opportunities so they can earn a living wage and achieve financial independence. At Hawaiʻi Community College it is called HINET Ho‘ola Ike (gift of knowledge) program.
Are You Eligible?
- Currently receiving or eligible to receive SNAP through Dept. of Human Services (DHS)
- Enrolled in a vocational, professional technical degree or certificate program
- Enrolled in at least 6 credits at Hawaiʻi Community College (part-time) or in an approved non-credit workforce training program
- Not receiving TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)
Students who qualify for the HINET Program may be eligible to receive:
- Assistance with books and mandatory fees (pending the availability of funds)
- Service Learning
- Workforce Training
- Educational Advising, Academic Coaching and Personal Support
- Support services
How To Apply
Interested? Please complete the online HINET Application
You can also pick up a paper copy at the Counseling Office in Bldg. 379-5A
Craig Mitchell
HINET Program Coordinator
Office 379A Rm 4
Hours 8:00AM to 4:30PM
Tel (808) 934-2689
Fax (808) 934-2721
Email: myhinet@hawaiil.edu