Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
Adult Program
QUICK START
REQUIREMENTS
- A citizen or national of the United States; lawfully admitted permanent resident alien, refugee, asylee, parolee, or other immigrant authorized by the Attorney General to work in the United States or Territories.
- In compliance with the Military Selective Service Act (Males 18 or older who were born on or after January 1, 1960)
REGISTRATION
Registration is the process for collecting information for supporting a determination of eligibility. This information may be collected through methods that include electronic data transfer, personal interview, or an individual’s application.
DOCUMENTATION
Adult participants must submit documentation that demonstrates that they are eligible to participate in WIOA Title I activities. Categories include:
- Birth Date/Age
- Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States
- Selective Service Registrant (if applicable)
- SSN
- Low Income Status (if applicable)
CORE SERVICES
These services include job search and placement assistance (including career counseling); labor market information; initial assessment of skills and needs; information about available services; and follow-up services for those who have been placed in jobs.Core services also include self-access and informational services that may be available in resource rooms or online, including:
- Self-access assessment and career planning tools – Including interest and skill inventories, informational videos on career choices, and software to help write resumes.
- Labor market information – Including unemployment rates and projected employment trends within the area, state and nationally; current and projected wages for specific occupational fields; and listings of employers in specific industries.
- Job listings – either computerized or on paper.
- Electronic resume banks – Where you can post your resume for viewing by employers.
- Information about education and training providers – Including libraries that contain brochures, course catalogues and applications for educational institutions in your area. Many centers also provide information about institutions that provide training for specific careers.
- Tutorial programs – Including computer-based instruction in skills such as typing, or using computer software programs.
- Office support products and services – Such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, word processors and printers, enabling users to respond immediately to job leads they find when accessing other center services.
INTENSIVE SERVICES
Intensive services are similar to core services, but more specialized. These services may include:
- Comprehensive assessment
- Individual counseling and career planning
- Case management
- Group career workshops
- Follow-up services
Generally, you will only be eligible for intensive services if you cannot find work using core services alone. However, some people will be allowed to access intensive services directly if they have been determined by their One Stop to be in need of more specialized services in order to find – or keep – a job.
TRAINING SERVICES
You may receive training services only if you are eligible for intensive services and either demonstrate or are assessed as being unable to find or retain a job through intensive services alone. If you are eligible for training services, you will be given access to an Individual Training Account (ITA) once you create a training plan and have it approved. You can then choose from a statewide list of eligible institutions that provide the training you require.The training services offered by the One Stop Center may include:
- Basic skills training (including GED preparation)
- Occupational skills training
- On-the-job training
- Customized training
- Combined workplace and classroom training
- Skills upgrading and retraining
- Entrepreneurial training
- Readiness training
WIOA ADULT PROGRAM FAQs
Adults must be 18 years or older, a US Citizen (authorized to work in US) and if male registered for Selective Service, who are:
- Unemployed OR
- Currently receiving or in the last six months received SNAP or TANF OR
- Under employed (be employed but still meet your local area income guidelines)
You must provide approved proof of identification. You can apply for a Driver’s License or State Identification Card by the BMV.
If you lack a social security card, you can either apply online at sss.gov, fill out the application and send it by mail, or visit your nearby Social Security Office.
Selective service is a mandatory obligation solely for males born after January 1, 1960. To request a Status Information Letter, please get in touch with the Selective Service System at www.sss.gov or by calling 1-888-655-1825.
Eligibility is valid for 90 days from the date of your completed eligibility application.
Negative. The institution must be endorsed by your regional career resource center and listed on the statewide roster of training and education providers.
We may see the list of all of our eligible training providers HERE.
We provide supportive services to individuals who require additional assistance, such as supplies, materials, books, transportation, and child care. These supportive services are offered as needed and are subject to resource availability.
Certainly. Please be aware that if you choose a training program that extends beyond the duration of your unemployment insurance benefits, you may deplete your unemployment coverage before completing the training. It’s important to note that participating in WIOA Funded training does not extend your unemployment insurance benefits.
The Workforce Development Unit staff will follow-up with you for one year after you complete training and found employment.
Upon completion of your training, you may apply for a wealth of jobs provided via our workforce system VIeWS. You may also contact one of our workforce specialists.