Job/Skill Training

Job skills training programs are often available to qualifying individuals free of charge through colleges and community organizations. With the introduction of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, the federal government created various programs, including the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Title 1 Adult Workforce Program, the WIA Title 1 Dislocated Workers Program and the WIA Title 1 Youth Program, to help low-income and underprivileged youth and adults in need of education and job skills training. Programs are also in place to help the eligible elderly, as well as many other types of students seeking new skills.

Important Facts About Job Skills Training

Program Goals

Immediate employment in a new field and/or skills update

Degree/Certificate Levels

Mainly certificates, either standard undergraduate options through colleges or non-credit training formats

Prerequisites

Some programs require a high school diploma or its equivalent, but not all