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Assessment, Counseling, and
Training
Workforce Investment Act
The purpose of the Workforce Investment Act
is to prepare youth, adults, and dislocated workers for entry into the labor
force.
There are several types of services
available through WIA. These services include:
Applicant Services- consists of informing
individuals about WIA and screening to determine if they are eligible for
and can benefit from the program.
Employment and Training Services-
including, but not limited to, orientation to the world of work, counseling,
testing, employability assessment, job development, job search, on-the-job
training, classroom training and basic skills. Some services may be limited
due to funding level and/or geographic area.
Supportive Services- includes child care,
transportation assistance and needs based
payments for eligible customers. All services are provided with the
expectations that customers are preparing to enter full time, unsubsidized
employment.
Note: Supportive payments made by WIA to
customers are nontaxable and are not considered for Unemployment Insurance
benefits.
If you are interested in any of these
services contact the office
nearest you or the comprehensive career center in Jackson:
TN Career Center of Jackson
362 Carriage House Drive
Jackson, TN 38301
Phone: 731-668-2040
Fax: 731-660-8085
Other related services at:
Family
Support Services
Services to Persons with Disabilities
Services to Agricultural Workers
GED/Adult High School/Remedial Education
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