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.

What Certification/Programs are covered?

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.
  

STEPS TO SUCCESS FORM

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