IWDS Transition & Training


IWDS 2.0

IWDS 2.0 is Illinois' system for managing WIOA Title I and Trade programs.​​

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IWDSinfobubble.svg Need Help with IWDS 2.0?
Follow these steps to get the support you need.
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Find a Resource

Start with Quick Start Guides, tutorial videos, FAQs, and training materials.

Browse Resources​       
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Submit a Help Desk Ticket

Can't find the answer or experiencing a system issue? Submit a ticket for assistance.

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HyperCare Support

​​​Limited HyperCare support remains available during the transition to the Help Desk.

​View HyperCare Hours ​

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HyperCare was established to provide​ additional​ support during the launch of IWDS 2.0. As IWDS 2.0 moves beyond the initial launch period, HyperCare hours are being gradually reduced as support transitions to the resources and Help Desk process above.

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Find the IWDS 2.0 Resource You Need

Select the area below that best matches what you're trying to do.​
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​I work directly with customers

​Career Planner Resources

 
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​​​I manage providers and ​programs

ETPL & Entity Management

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I make or manage referrals

Referral System Training

 
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I track performance & reporting

Performance & Reporting

 
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I am an LWIA​ Director                  

LWIA Director Resources​

 
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​I manage local grants and budgets

​Grant & Fiscal Management

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​Looking for a specific process?

Quick Start Guides & Tutorial Videos

Use step-by-step instructions and short videos for specific IWDS 2.0 processes.
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IWDS 2.0 System Updates​

Forthcoming - View all System Updates

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​Release Notes
​10-22-26
​​Coming Soon!
​10-8-26
​Oct 9 - IWDS 2.0 Release Notes​
​​9-24-26
​Sept 24 - ​​IWDS 2.0 Release Notes
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​Have a gener​al question?

​Frequently Asked Questions

Review answers to common IWDS 2.0 questions before requesting additional assistance.

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Upcoming Webinars​

Forthcoming​

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