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Just to follow up on this thread - the program most likely to help you is called "Training Benefits" (sometimes called "Section 30") through PA CareerLink. PMP certification typically takes 3-6 months which fits within their guidelines. The approval process usually takes 2-3 weeks if you have all your documentation ready. You'll need: - Details about the PMP training provider - Cost breakdown - Length of training - Your recent work history showing relevance to the training - Evidence that PMP certification will improve your job prospects If approved, you won't have to do the weekly work search activities, but you'll still need to file your weekly certification claims. Also important - while in approved training, you can sometimes get an extension beyond your regular benefit year if needed to complete the program.
Update: I got through to PA CareerLink today and you were exactly right! They said PMP certification is on their approved list for my region. I have an appointment next week to start the application process. Thank you all for your help - will update once I know if I'm approved.
That's awesome news @Jade Lopez! Really glad you got connected with the right people. Keep us posted on how your appointment goes - I'm sure others here would benefit from hearing about the actual application process. One tip from my experience with PA CareerLink: bring multiple copies of everything they ask for. They have a habit of "losing" paperwork and it's way easier to just hand over another copy than to reschedule and start over. Also, if they give you any pushback about PMP certification being "too expensive" or not directly related to your previous job, emphasize how project management skills are transferable across industries - especially since you were already doing project coordination work. Good luck with the process! Fingers crossed you get approved quickly.
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My friend said u have to call and activate the card even if u dont use it or theyll think ur claim is fraud or something??? is that true?
No, that's not true. Your claim won't be marked as fraudulent if you don't activate the ReliaCard. It's simply sent as a backup payment method. As long as you're completing your weekly certifications and meeting all other UC requirements, your claim remains valid regardless of whether you activate the card.
Just wanted to add my experience - I got the ReliaCard about a week after my eligibility determination too. I was also confused at first! Like others mentioned, PA UC sends it automatically as a backup. I kept mine in my wallet without activating it for months, and my direct deposit worked perfectly the whole time. The one thing I'd suggest is writing down the card number somewhere safe (maybe take a photo) in case you ever need to reference it when calling UC. That way if there's ever a payment mix-up, you can quickly tell them the card details without having to dig around for the physical card.
That's really smart advice about writing down the card number! I didn't even think about that. Quick question - when you say your direct deposit worked perfectly, did you ever have to do anything special to make sure it stayed as your primary payment method? Or does it just automatically keep using direct deposit once it's set up?
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UPDATE: I wanted to let everyone know what worked for me. I tried several of your suggestions. The state rep office was helpful but said they had a 2-week backlog of UC cases. I ended up using Claimyr and got through to an agent yesterday! They fixed my issue (turns out my claim had a verification flag that needed to be cleared). My payment is now being processed! Thanks so much to everyone who offered advice - this community saved me from a really bad situation.
nice! what was the verification flag thing? now im worried my claim might have that too
They said it was an income verification flag that got triggered because I had a part-time job for a few weeks. The agent was able to verify everything while I was on the phone and removed the hold. Might be worth checking if you had any work or income changes recently.
I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - been trying to reach them for over a week about my claim status. Reading through all these responses, it sounds like the state representative route might be my best bet since I can't afford to wait weeks for a dashboard response. @Oliver Zimmermann thanks for the detailed breakdown of options, really helpful! I'm also curious about that Claimyr service @Emma Davis mentioned - has anyone else here tried it successfully? The phone situation is absolutely maddening.
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I just checked my account and im good but now im paranoid lol. Does anyone know how far back they can go to change a non-fault to fault? Like can they go back a year or more??
PA UC can generally review and modify determinations for up to one year after the benefit year ending date, though in cases of fraud or misrepresentation, they can go back further. Best practice is to keep all your UC documentation for at least 3 years after your claim ends. This includes determination letters, weekly certification confirmations, work search records, and any correspondence with the UC office.
Hey did u ever get this fixed? I'm dealing with the EXACT same issue now - non-fault to fault and a $6200 overpayment notice that appeared out of nowhere. I'm about to lose my mind!!!
Yes! Finally got it resolved yesterday. It turned out there was a wage discrepancy that triggered an automatic review. My employer reported higher wages for one quarter than what I had reported (honest mistake on my part - I forgot about a final commission payment). I filed an appeal right away like people here suggested, and I also used that Claimyr service someone mentioned to actually get through to UC. The agent was able to see exactly what triggered it and helped me submit the correct documentation. They adjusted the overpayment amount to just $340 instead of $9,500 since the discrepancy only affected a small portion of my claim. Definitely file an appeal ASAP and try to get through to someone who can tell you the specific reason for the change.
@Sofia Gutierrez I m'going through this nightmare too right now! Just saw my claim flip to fault status with a $3,800 overpayment notice. Based on what @Fatima Al-Maktoum shared, it sounds like filing an appeal immediately is the key - don t wait'for an explanation. I m also'going to try that Claimyr service to actually get through to someone. This system is absolutely broken but it seems like most of these issues can be resolved once you actually talk to a human being who can see what s in'your file.
Giovanni Rossi
I'm in a similar situation - filed 2.5 weeks ago and still waiting with an open issue about "identity verification" even though I uploaded my driver's license and social security card. The financial stress is real when you're counting on this money to survive. One thing that's helped me cope is setting up a daily routine to check for updates and making a backup plan for emergency assistance. Have you looked into local food banks or emergency rental assistance programs while you wait? Also, I've been keeping detailed records of all my interactions with UC in case I need to escalate later. Hang in there - from what I'm reading here, most people do eventually get approved and receive all their back pay.
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Harper Thompson
•Thanks for sharing your experience - it helps to know I'm not the only one dealing with this stress. The identity verification issue sounds just as frustrating as my employment verification problem. I hadn't thought about setting up a daily routine to check for updates, that's actually a really good idea to stay organized instead of just constantly refreshing the portal in panic mode. I did call 211 yesterday after someone mentioned it earlier and found a local food bank that can help this week. Still hoping my claim gets resolved soon since the rep said 7-10 business days, but having a backup plan definitely makes me feel less desperate. Good luck with your identity verification issue!
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Steven Adams
I feel for everyone going through this waiting period stress - it's absolutely brutal when you're depending on these benefits to pay rent and basic expenses. I'm currently on week 4 of waiting for my initial claim approval with no open issues showing in my portal, so I'm supposedly just in the "standard processing queue." The uncertainty is honestly the worst part because you can't plan anything or know when relief is coming. I've been calling the main UC line every morning at exactly 8am when they open, but like others mentioned, it's nearly impossible to get through. One small tip that's helped me stay sane is writing down every attempt I make to contact them (date, time, what happened) so I have documentation if I need to escalate this later. Also been applying to temporary gig work just in case this drags on longer. Really hoping all of us waiting get some good news soon - the system definitely needs major improvements when people are struggling this much just to access the benefits they're entitled to.
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