TRAINING
If you’re thinking about a career change but don’t know if you have the necessary skills, you might benefit from a variety of opportunities to learn new skills or to reinforce your current ones.
The federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014 provides occupational training, on the job training, work-based learning and apprenticeships to eligible individuals. Training is usually offered through community and technical colleges, universities, private for-profit organizations and businesses. Through a variety of training programs, WIOA helps eligible individuals find self-sustaining employment.
Funded by the Green River Workforce Development Area using WIOA funds, you may qualify to receive up to a $5,000 scholarship annually for up to three years to complete an approved training program that leads to an occupational skills credential or an Associate's Degree in one of the following high demand sectors:
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Agriculture
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Construction
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Education
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Energy
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Healthcare
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Manufacturing and Logistics
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Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Please see below for eligibility criteria. All training courses must be on the Eligible Training Provider List, which can be found here.
Dislocated worker training
You may qualify as a Dislocated Worker if you meet one or more of the following criteria:
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Have you lost your job through no fault of your own and drawing unemployment?
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Have you recently exhausted unemployment?
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Are you a displaced homemaker (meaning you provide unpaid services to family members in the home or have been dependent on the income of another family member but are no longer supported by that income due to divorce, a laid-off spouse, a recently disabled spouse)?
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Are you the spouse of a member of the Armed Forces on active duty who has experienced a loss of employment as a direct result of relocation to accommodate a permanent change in duty station?
Set an appointment with a Career Coach by clicking the button below.
Out-of-School Youth Training
You may qualify as an Out-of-School Youth if you meet one or more of the following criteria:
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Are you between the ages of 16-24 and not currently enrolled in school?
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Do you receive public assistance (TANF, KTAP, SSI, SNAP)?
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Are you a high school dropout and in the process of obtaining your GED?
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Are you a foster child or aged out of the foster care system?
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Are you a parent?
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Are you pregnant?
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Do you have a disability?
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Are you homeless with no permanent residence?
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Are you an offender?
If you qualify for Youth training, you may also qualify for paid Work Based Learning Internships with local employers. Speak with a Career Coach for more information.
Set an appointment with a Career Coach by clicking the button below.
Adult Training
You may qualify as an Adult if you meet one or more of the following criteria:
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Do you receive public assistance (TANF, KTAP, SSI, SNAP), or have received public assistance in the past six months?
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Are you a high school dropout and in the process of obtaining your GED?
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Are you a low-income individual or from a low-income family?
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Are you homeless without a permanent address?
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Have you scored below a 9.0 on the TABE test? (Given at the Career Center)
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Do you have a limited work history or no work history?
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Are you over the age of 18?
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Are you a single parent?
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Are you pregnant?
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Are you over the age of 55?
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Are you long term unemployed (6 months or more)?
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Do you have a disability and are considered low-income?
Set an appointment with a Career Coach by clicking the button below.
Work Based Learning opportunities
The Work-Based Learning Program provides eligible young adults ages 18 to 24 with the opportunity to participate in a paid 500-hour internship with a local business or nonprofit organization. Participants gain hands-on experience in a real work environment while developing valuable skills, exploring career interests, and building a stronger resume.
Whether you're entering the workforce for the first time or preparing for a long-term career, this program offers a meaningful opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, make valuable connections, and gain the experience employers are looking for.