Our Education and Career Development programs support the traditional Kahtnuht’ana Dena’ina value of education – passing down cultural knowledge and traditions and supporting formal education. We believe education is a cornerstone of a healthy and thriving community. Alaska Native and American Indian people pursuing higher education and career advancement can access a variety of services.
Student Support Services
Student Support Services is dedicated to nurturing the success of Indigenous students by supporting academic, emotional, and cultural development. We walk alongside students and families, offering tutoring, early literacy opportunities, advocacy, cultural learning opportunities, and connection to community resources.
Our goal is to strengthen student identity, build confidence, and empower each learner to reach their full potential while honoring the traditions, values, and teachings. For more information, call 907-335-7292.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to enrich educational experiences and support students seeking certificates, two- and four-year degrees, and other post-secondary education and training. For more information, call 907-335-7607.
Tribal Scholarship Application
Higher Education Scholarship Application
Continuing Student Application
Dena’ina Language Course Scholarship Application
Job Training Scholarship Application
Daggeyi Youth Internships
Daggeyi Youth Internships are designed for high school students ages 14-18 and help guide students in job skills, goal setting, cultural opportunities, basic employability skills and career exploration while working within areas at Kenaitze Indian Tribe. For more information, call 907-335-7682.
Tinitun College and Career Readiness Center
The Tinitun College and Career Readiness Center is a one-stop shop to help high school students map their postsecondary career path. Students can find support for college preparations, career and technical training, opportunities to enter directly into the workforce, and careers in education.
Tinitun offers one-on-one advising appointments to help students with scholarships and applications, meetings in their local high school, and an afterschool drop-in center. Tinitun also offers hands-on paid apprenticeships with community businesses in students chosen career fields. For more information, call 907-335-7607.
Workforce Development
Our Workforce Development program offers a range of services for those 18 and older who are looking for their first job or building a career. We provide support and cultural connections to help you reach your goals at all stages of your career.
Services include resume building, interview prep, job search, GED services, skill building workshops, apprenticeship opportunities, industry certification support, and more. For more information, call 907-335-7616.
Contact us to learn more about the Tribe’s educational opportunities.
Contact – Location
Education and Career Development
130 North Willow Street
Kenai, AK 99611
