Training and Career Services
Last modified Thursday, April 24, 2008 10:41
The Atlanta Regional Workforce Board (ARWB) and the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) offer a variety of free services through their Career Resource Centers. Career Advisors are available to assist individuals seeking employment; offer guidance in making career choices, and identify training options. They can help with financial aid planning such as applying for PELL grants or HOPE scholarships, and Workforce Investment Act (WIA) assistance to pay for training (Additional eligibility requirements apply for WIA financial assistance).
ARWB funding for training is provided on a priority basis for residents of Cherokee, Clayton, Douglas, Fayette, Gwinnett, Henry and Rockdale counties. Individuals who have been laid off from their jobs from companies in these counties are also given priority status for training regardless of where they reside. Individuals living outside of this area should contact the Workforce Board in their county of residence for additional information.
Training is available through the Individual Training Account (ITA) system. A listing of approved schools and programs may be found on the Georgia Career Information Center and the Georgia Department of Labor websites. The approved training list includes training for occupations and jobs that are considered to be "in-demand" as determined by local labor markets and that offer high starting salaries and provide career advancement opportunities. All approved schools and programs are evaluated and go through a selection process before appearing on the Eligible Provider list and are updated on a regular basis. Funding may be approved for up to a maximum of two years.
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