§ 18–3301

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Educ. § 18-3301 (2026)

Title 18. Student Financial Assistance

Subtitle 33. Workforce Development Sequence Scholarships

(a)

In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b)

“Eligible student” means a student who is a Maryland resident, or has graduated from a Maryland high school, and:

(1)

Is enrolled in a Workforce Development Sequence at a public community college in the State; or

(2)

Is enrolled directly in a registered apprenticeship program that partners with a public community college in the State.

(c)

(1)

“Workforce Development Sequence” means:

(i)

A program offered by a community college that is approved by the Commission and is composed of courses that are related to:

(1)

Job preparation or an apprenticeship;

(2)

Licensure or certification; or

(3)

Job skill enhancement; or

(ii)

A registered apprenticeship program approved by the Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning in the Maryland Department of Labor.

(2)

“Workforce Development Sequence” does not include a sequence of courses leading to an associate’s or bachelor’s degree.

(d)

“Workforce Development Sequence Scholarship” means an award made to an eligible student under this subtitle.