Work Force Investment Act of 1998 (Title 1)
A federal program providing employment assistance and job training to eligible individuals
Uses
Job search and placement; Skills assessment and evaluation; Counseling; Training services for individuals an companies; Supportive services; Labor market information
Funding
Up to 50% of wage rate for employees while in training; Up to actual costs of classroom training, training/related and supportive services
Eligibility
Private and public sector employers and employees; Dislocated Workers; Unemployed Persons; Persons seeking employment
Terms
Reimbursement varies by local workforce investment area
Where to Apply
www.paworkforce.state.pa.us for local Workforce Investment Act programs and local Career Link centers; www.pacareerlink.state.pa.us for Job Seeker and Employer Job Orders
Purpose of Funding
- Workforce Development