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WIA Certified Training Providers

Under the federal Workforce Investment Act (WIA)

This Act was signed into law on August 7, 1998, capping
a seven-year effort to consolidate and streamline
the nation's employment and training programs. WIA
replaced the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA),
enacted October 13, 1982. Under WIA, the federal government,
states, and local communities join efforts to develop
a system providing workers with job search assistance,
training, and advice. In addition, all entities work
together to provide employers with skilled workers.
See the Resources section of the course for more information.

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  the State of Illinois has identified a statewide list of WIA certified training providersPart of the WIA (Workforce Investment Act) federal
legislation provides funding for individuals to retrain
for a new occupation. If an individual is eligible
for WIA retraining money, they are awarded an Individual
Training Account (ITA). ITAs can be used only at approved
schools for WIA certified programs. Certified Training
Providers offer training programs that are currently
certified by the Department of Commerce and Economic
Opportunity (DCEO) and the Illinois Workforce Development
System (IWDS).
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. These certified training providers help adults and dislocated workers get the education and skills training they need to find jobs they want.

These programs are offered through schools and public universities using classroom instruction and apprenticeship programs.  Programs are offered in conjunction with labor unions, businesses, and community colleges.


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To find a training provider, enter all or part of a program name, or a provider name or a keyword (such as welding, carpentry, etc.) and enter a ZIP code. Optionally you can leave the text box empty to search for all programs in a ZIP code.
 
 

Disclaimer, etc
  • Statewide Interest

    Job Corps: education and training programs for young adults.

    Job Corps Logo Welcome to Job Corps Chicago Region, dedicated to helping youth aged 16 yrs thru 24 yrs find success through education and career technical training. Whether you are a student, parent, or employer we invite you to explore this site to learn more about how the Job Corps program can benefit you. The federally funded program serves the entire United States, including the 18 centers in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, and Wisconsin, known as the Chicago Region. Click here to learn what can Job Corps Do for You? External link opens in a new window


  • Are you ready to join the next generation of sustainable agriculture farmers!

    If this field of study sounds interesting to you, then you need to find out more about the Farmer Training Opportunities offered through The Upper Midwest Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training (CRAFT).

    CRAFT is a coalition of growers working to train the next generation of organic, biodynamic, and sustainable agriculture farmers.  CRAFT provides what prospective farmers say they need most: hands-on training and business planning skills provided directly from established farmers.

    For more information about this farmer training program, visit the CSA Learning website External link opens in a new windowor contact the CRAFT/Farm Beginnings Coordinator at:

    CRAFT/Farm Beginnings Coordinator
    1547 Rockton Rd
    Caledonia IL  61011
    (815) 389-8455 or
    craft@learngrowconnect.org



  • Why you should attend a Community College in Illinois

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    There are 48 community colleges in Illinois offering diverse programs that help you get the job and pay you want.

    Some of the benefits of attending a community college include: quality instruction and support services, diverse programs, smaller class sizes, accessible and affordable, and more than 10,000 community college courses can be transferred statewide.

    To find out more how the Illinois Community College System can assist you, visit the Illinois Community College Board External link opens in a new window website.

     



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