EDD benefit year ended but still unemployed - can I get an extension in 2025?

hate to break it to u but there arent any more extensions like during covid. when ur benefit year ends, thats it unless u qualify for a new claim by having enough work hours in your base period. the fed extensions were only temporary emergency measures. im in same boat, my benefits just ran out last month and im screwed

The previous comment isn't entirely accurate. While it's true that the pandemic extensions (PEUC, PUA, etc.) are no longer available, there are still a few options you might have: 1. Fed-Ed extension - This is available in California when unemployment rates are high enough to trigger it. Check if it's currently active in 2025. 2. Training Extension (TE) - If you enroll in an EDD-approved training program, you might qualify for an extension of up to 26 weeks. 3. File a new claim - If you've worked at all during your benefit year and earned enough wages, you might qualify for a new claim entirely. I recommend calling EDD directly to discuss your specific situation and explore all options. Finding out if you're eligible for any extensions requires speaking with an actual EDD representative who can review your claim details.

good luck getting thru to EDD on the phone... ive been calling for 3 weeks straight and cant get past the automated system. always says "we're experiencing high call volume, try again later" then hangs up on me

To give you accurate information about extensions in 2025: 1. Fed-Ed is currently NOT triggered in California as unemployment rates are below the threshold. 2. Training Extensions are still available if you qualify for and enroll in an approved program through EDD. This requires planning and approval BEFORE your benefits end. 3. Those 2 months of work during your benefit year might qualify you for a new claim, but it depends on your earnings. You need to have earned at least $1,300 in your highest quarter during your base period to qualify. For your specific situation, I recommend immediately applying for the Training Extension if you're interested in skill development, or checking your earnings to see if you qualify for a new claim.

The training extension sounds promising! I've been wanting to update my skills anyway. Does anyone know what kinds of training programs qualify? I'm in tech and was thinking about taking some courses in AI/machine learning since that seems to be where all the jobs are going. Would online courses count or does it have to be in-person?

I tried calling EDD last week about extending my claim and the rep told me your best bet is to check if you qualify for a new claim based on ANY work you did during your benefit year. Even part-time or temporary work counts toward a new claim. She said the 2-month contract job might be enough depending on how much you earned. She also mentioned something about waiting 1 week after your benefit year ends before filing a new claim? Something about the system needing to process the end of your current claim first.

To clarify the confusion about waiting periods: You should file a new claim immediately when your benefit year ends IF you had any work during that year. The one-week waiting period people sometimes mention is the standard unpaid waiting week that applies to all NEW claims - it's not a period you should wait before applying. Regarding your original question about how long extensions take to process: - New claims based on work during your benefit year: typically 2-3 weeks for processing if there are no issues - Training Extensions: 2-4 weeks for approval, then benefits continue seamlessly if approved before your current benefits end I recommend taking these steps immediately: 1. Gather documentation of your contract work (paystubs, W-2 or 1099) 2. Check if you meet earnings requirements for a new claim 3. Research approved training programs if that route interests you 4. Contact EDD to discuss your specific options

$8,400 over two months would likely qualify you for a new claim! For 2025, you need at least $1,300 in your highest quarter and total base period earnings of at least 1.25 times your highest quarter earnings. Your earnings clearly meet the first requirement and likely meet the second as well. As for timing: DEFINITELY apply for the Training Extension BEFORE your benefits end if you're going that route. Once your claim exhausts, it's much more complicated to get approved for a training extension. You would need to apply for the California Training Benefits program through EDD while you still have an active claim. You have to make a decision though - you can either: 1. File a new claim based on your work history, OR 2. Apply for the training extension on your current claim You can't do both simultaneously. The training extension might provide more weeks overall if you qualify, but a new claim might provide higher weekly benefits depending on your earnings.

i went through this exact situation last year! my benefit year ended in april and i had worked a temp job for 3 months during my claim. i filed a new claim right away and got approved BUT my weekly benefit amount went down from $450 to $320 because they only counted the temp job earnings in the new calculation. still better than nothing though! the whole process took about 2.5 weeks from filing to first payment. good luck!!