Maui Economic Opportunity’s Being Empowered and Strong Together (BEST)
offers a pre-employment training program for recently incarcerated
individuals that includes financial support for credentialing and
certifications in trade jobs.
Individuals who have been released within the past three years are eligible
for the program, which aims to assist enrollees to become job ready as they
reintegrate into the community.
BEST staff help applicants apply for jobs and obtain credentials and
certifications, such as Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Guard Employee
(GDE) License and CPR/First Aid certification for becoming a Certified
Nursing Assistant.
The financial assistance covers the cost of obtaining the credentials,
including class, training, testing and licensing fees as well as other
expenses such as books and equipment.
To apply for the program, call the BEST program at (808) 249-2970.
The BEST program, which is funded by a Maui County grant, provides support
services and training to prepare inmates for their successful return to the
community.
