| Workforce
Investment Act (WIA)
The
Workforce Investment Act (WIA)
impacts both job seekers and
employers. Enacted in August
1999, the WIA provides the framework
for an effective workforce preparation
and employment system.
The
most important aspect of the
Act is the focus on meeting
the needs of businesses for
skilled workers and the training,
education, and employment needs
of individuals. Key components
of the Act enable customers
to easily access the information
and services they need through
"One-Stop" Employment
Centers.
The
One-Stop Centers provide access
to employment services at a
single location. Customers can
easily:
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Receive preliminary assessment
of their skill levels, aptitudes,
abilities, and support service
needs.
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Obtain
information on a full array
of employment related services,
including information about
local education and training
service providers.
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Receive
help filing claims for unemployment
insurance and evaluating eligibility
for job training and education
programs.
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Obtain
job search and placement assistance,
and receive career counseling.
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Have
access to up-to-date labor
market information, which
identifies job vacancies,
skills necessary for local
jobs, and provide information
about employment trends.
More
information about the Workforce
Investment Act is available
from the following web sites:
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