WIOA
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Public Law 113-128,
was signed into law by President Barack Obama on July 22, 2014.
Employment and Training Services to adults, dislocated workers and youth.
Driving job growth
career success
WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) reaffirms the Federal Department of Labor’s commitment to provide high quality services to citizens who face challenges in accessing quality education, entering the workforce, or maintaining employment. Its primary goal is to provide them with the tools and skills they need to enter the labor market, advance in their career paths, and achieve career success. WIOA’s three main programs are the Youth, Adult and Dislocated Worker programs. Here is a summary of each:
Reach your goals
with the support of WIOA
Youth
14 to 24 years old with barriers to completing their studies or obtaining employment.
Adults
18 years of age or older in search of employment or training.
Displaced Workers
Seeking employment or retraining after losing a job.
Adults
Program
The WIOA Adult Program is designed to assist adults seeking employment, as well as those who wish to improve their job skills or change careers. Some of the key benefits of this program are:
Skills Assessment: Participants receive a comprehensive assessment of their skills, knowledge, and work experience to determine the best employment opportunities.
Career counseling and guidance
Individualized counseling and career guidance is provided to help adults identify career goals, develop career plans and make informed decisions about their professional future.
Job training
Training and education programs are offered to acquire the skills needed in high-demand, well-paying occupations.
Job Search
Job search assistance is provided, including help with resume writing, interview preparation and accessing job opportunities.
Dislocated worker
Program
The WIOA Dislocated Worker Program focuses on those workers who have been laid off or are at risk of losing their jobs due to economic changes or restructuring. Some outstanding benefits of this program are:
Needs assessment: An individualized assessment is conducted to determine the needs of displaced workers and develop a customized action plan.
Training programs
Access is provided to training and education programs that help workers acquire new skills and qualifications for reinsertion into the labor market.
Job search assistance
Job search support is provided, including job placement services, career counseling and skills development for effective job search.
Financial support
In some cases, subsidies and financial assistance may be provided to cover the costs associated with training and job search.
Youth
Program
The WIOA Youth Program targets young people between the ages of 14 and 24 who face barriers to obtaining education, training or employment.
The main objective is to help young people develop the skills necessary to enter the workforce, advance in their careers and achieve professional success.
Some of the key benefits of this program are:
Mentoring and counseling
Youth receive individualized mentoring and guidance to help them identify their talents, set educational and career goals, and develop social-emotional skills.
Education and training
Access to education and training programs is provided to help young people obtain high school diplomas, vocational certificates and job skills relevant to today’s marketplace.
Employment opportunities
We promote the participation of young people in employment and internship programs that provide them with practical work experience and help them develop professional skills.
Transition support
Assistance is provided in the transition from school to work, including job placement services, job search guidance, and interview and resume and interview skills development.
Additional support
Additional support services are provided, such as academic tutoring, health and wellness services, financial counseling, and help in overcoming individual barriers that may affect their employment success.
WIOA is guided by 5 key objectives:
Success Stories
Stephanie Rodriguez
Edgar G. Colón Domínguez
Maria Santana
Seth Campbell Sanchez
Windy E. Morales Mangual
Carmen Rosado Rivera
Ramon A. Noyola Santiago
