The federal Workforce Investment Act (W.I.A.) offers a comprehensive range of workforce development activities through statewide and local organizations.
Who can benefit from W.I.A.?
CLC offers programs that are certified to provide education and training to adults and dislocated workers who have been awarded vouchers under W.I.A., these may include:
- Job Seekers
- Laid-off Workers
- Youth
- Incumbent Workers
- New Entrants to the Workforce
- Veterans
- Persons with Disabilities
- Employers
For more information, or to learn if you qualify, contact the Job Center of Lake County.
The Purpose of W.I.A.
The purpose of these activities is to promote an increase in the employment, job retention, earnings, and occupational skills improvement by participants. This, in turn, improves the quality of the workforce, reduces welfare dependency, and improves the productivity and competitiveness of the nation.