Steps To Success

Important: Some rules apply. You need to be a member of Peach State Health Plan (PSHP) to be eligible for Value Added Benefits (VABs). PSHP doesn’t cover reimbursement fees for VABs. Processing may take up to 30 business days.

We believe in transforming the health of the community, one person at a time. We support education!

The Steps to Success program offer:

academic support
education resources
help with overcoming academic barriers

To get this Value Added Benefits (VABs), please complete the form below. A legal guardian must complete the form on behalf of the member under the age of 18. The GED Digital packet will only be approved and distributed once. If you have received a GED packet before; unfortunately, you do not qualify. If you do not meet criteria, you will be contacted.

GED Benefit (Digital Packet)

Active members 16 and older must be registered or have completed at least 40 hours of prep course work at a state-approved adult education center; and completed the GED ready test. Once proof is submitted, the member can receive:

Free GED Testing
Annual GED Testing Packet
Test Preparation Resources
Voucher to cover four required tests

Approximate value of benefit is $210 per member.

Qualification Requirement:

Must be ages 16 and older.
Must not currently be enrolled in high school or received a high school equivalency certificate or diploma.
Must not have received a GED packet before from PSHP.
Must provide proof of registration or have completed at least 40 hours of prep course work at a state-approved adult education center; and completed the GED ready test.
- Please provide proof to peachstatemembersvab@centene.com
Member must present the packet within the current benefit year (July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026).
Must have a valid state ID

Goodwill Industries® Work-Ready Scholarships

Build skills that open doors. Looking to start a new career or boost your job skills? As a Peach State Health Plan member, you may qualify for our Work-Ready Scholarship. This is funding that helps cover the cost of job training and employment certifications through Goodwill Industries. Get career-ready in just a few months and take the next step toward a brighter future.

CDL (Class B)	Construction Skills Training	Forklift Training (Manufacturing & OSHA)
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)	CPR & First Aid	(Manufacturing & OSHA)
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)	Customer Service (NRA) / Technology careers	Hospitality
Child Development Associate	Flooring Certification (CFI)	Medical billing
Certified Maintenance (AHLEI)	Food Service Training	Phlebotomy
Clerical Skills		And other options based on class availability

Pre-Qualification	Program	Course Times
High School Diploma GW Assessment passing	Customer Service (NRA)/Technology careers	6 weeks course
Having a high school diploma or GED Passing a drug screen and background check Passing a computer assessment	Child Development Associate	12 weeks course
High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required GW Assessment passing Must pass a background check	CDL (Class B)	6 weeks course
High School Diploma or GED preferred, but nor required GW Assessment passing Must pass a background check Proof of negative tuberculosis test within the last year Provide acceptable evidence for required vaccinations	Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)	5 to 8 weeks course
High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required GW Assessment passing Must pass a background check Proof of negative tuberculosis test within the last year Provide acceptable evidence for required vaccinations	Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)	13-19 weeks course
Registration has to be done prior to taking the class.	CPR & First Aid	1 day
GW Computer Assessment passing. Ability to read and write at least at fourth-grade level.	Clerical Skills	8 weeks course
High School Diploma or GED required GW Assessment passing Must pass a background check Proof of negative tuberculosis test within the last year Provide acceptable evidence for required vaccinations	Phlebotomy	6-9 weeks course
High School Diploma or GED required Must pass a background check Passing scores on entrance assessments	Construction Skills Training	4 weeks course
Able to pass a drug screen Have a minimum of a fourth grade level	Certified Maintenance (AHLEI)	7 weeks course
Must possess a valid driver’s license Able to pass a drug screen Have a minimum of an eighth grade reading and arithmetic level	Forklift Training (Manufacturing & OSHA)	2 to 4 weeks course
High School Diploma or GED required	Flooring Certification (CFI)	8 weeks course
High School Diploma or GED required GW Assessment passing Able to pass a drug screen Have a minimum of eighth grade reading and arithmetic level	Food Service Training	6 weeks course
High School Diploma or GED required GW Assessment passing Must pass a background check Proof of negative tuberculosis test within the last year	Medical Coding & Billing	12 weeks course
High School Diploma or GED required	Hospitality	6 weeks course
	And other options based on class availability
High School Diploma or GED required GW Assessment passing	Technology	16 weeks course
High School Diploma or GED required GW Assessment passing	Supply Chain	8 weeks course
High School Diploma or GED required GW Assessment passing	Contact Center	8 weeks course

Scholarships cover:

Tuition ($1,800 to $2,300)
Transportation Voucher (maximum of $300)
Book Voucher (maximum of $100)

Consider applying for this scholarship if you are or will be:

18 years of age or older at the time of school enrollment.
High school diploma or GED. If you don’t have either, we can help you earn it!
Only one person per household can apply.

Before the member submits the application for the scholarship, please make sure to:

Select a course that interests you.
Review the course requirements to make sure you meet all the qualifications.
You must contact your local Goodwill to set up an appointment with a Goodwill representative to talk about the program.
Have you completed the Goodwill assessment?
- If yes, you are ready to apply.
- If no, please complete all the steps before submitting your application.

The submission deadline for applications is November 1, 2025.

Restrictions:

Limit of one (1) Peach State Health Plan applicant per household.
One (1) Job certification scholarship per person per lifetime.
A limited number of job certification scholarships will be awarded.
Once selected, scholarship recipients must provide proof of registration at their Goodwill Industries location before the funds are sent to Goodwill.

Find A Participating Organization

Your voucher can be presented to any participating organizations. To view the list of Participating Organizations, please use the link below.

View All Participating Organizations

STEPS TO SUCCESS FORM

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Choose One Option: * GED Vouchers (ages 16 & up) Goodwill Industries® Work-Ready Scholarships

You must have a current Medicaid ID to register. If you do not know your Medicaid ID number; please call Member Services to register at 1-800-704-1484.

First Name *

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Member Medicaid ID

Member Birthday

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Email Address *

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If you need assistance filling out this form, please call Member Services at 1-800-704-1484 ; TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056