Career Seekers
Get on the pathway to a new career!
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Gain specialized knowledge
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Improve your appeal to employers
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Train for a new career
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Prepare yourself for in-demand careers
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Gain the competitive advantage you need
WIOA
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Who can WIOA help?
Many people qualify for WIOA funded activities. Customers may be eligible for training to update current skills or learn skills for a new career if their present occupation is not in demand.
What is the approval process for WIOA Customers?
The process includes completing paperwork and providing documents to validate eligibility criteria. Prospective customers will meet with a WIOA Team Member at one of the job centers, who will help guide them through the process.
What is WIOA?
​​The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) helps job seekers succeed in the labor market by providing access to employment, education, training, and support services while matching employers with skilled workers they need to compete in the global economy.
Video: Describes WIOA (The Workforce Innovation And Opportunity Act).
Achievements, Testimonials:
This is Dasani Grandberry.
Dasani is a current Work Experience employee placed at Aurora Hospital as a Medical Administrator.
WIOA’s Work Experience Program has given Dasani the opportunity to step into her desired filed of interest.
Her ultimate goal is in the healthcare profession and she is well on her way to fulfilling her career aspirations.
This is Tito Bumpus.
WIOA’s Work Experience Program has given Tito the opportunity to step into his desired field of interest.
His ultimate goal is in to own his own business and through the Work Experience Program he is well on his way to fulfilling his career aspirations.
Meet Natalie & Tennile,
Two young adults who gained valuable experience working at the Kenosha Veterinary Clinic enrolled in the WIOA Program!
Meet Taylor Kinsey!
Taylor’s career aspirations are to work in an IT Department.
Through WIOA's Work Experience Program offered by the Southeast Wisconsin Workforce Development Board, Taylor is now completing his Work Experience and gaining valuable skills as they relate to career goals.
Congratulations Taylor and thank you to your employer, Walworth County IT Department.