WIA
What is WIA?
The Workforce Investment Act (WIA) is Federal legislation designed to prepare youth and unskilled adults for entry into the labor force and to afford job training to economically disadvantaged individuals, to assist workers who have been dislocated and other individuals facing serious barriers to productive employment.
What does WIA do for you?
A laid off worker may find themselves in a position of having not only to find a new job, but a new career as well. Those workers whose skills are specific to a particular industry may find that there is limited, if any, existing demand for the skills they possess. Many may be in need of retraining to gain the skills needed to succeed in securing employment in occupations in demand now, and in the future. These individuals may qualify for “Intensive” and/or “Training Services” under the Workforce Investment Act.
“Intensive Services”
Ø Skill assessments
Ø Assistance in development of any Employment Development plan with specific career goals
Ø Relocation assistance
Ø Out of area interview assistance
Ø One time classes to upgrade skills
“Training Services”
Ø Occupational skills training (classroom training)
Ø On-the-job training
Ø Combination of classroom and workplace training
Ø Entrepreneurial training
Ø Customized training
What is the cost?
WIA services are available at no cost to employers or job seekers.
When can I start?
As soon as you have been notified by your employer of the lay off date. You do not have to be out of work to start considering your options.
What are some of my options?
Stay in the area and find work
Ø Job search and job matching
Ø Skills assessment
Relocate to another area to find work
Ø Career counseling and planning
Ø One or more classes to enhance skills
Change professions
Ø Set short and long term career goals
Ø Assessments
Ø Identification of occupations in demand
Ø Classroom or on-the-job training
Other Options
Ø To learn about other options contact your local NMWCC identified below.
Who do I contact for additional information?