Workforce Innovation / Opportunity Act Program (WIOA)

Employment & Training Assistance

The WIOA Program can assist eligible adults with employment and training services.

What is WIOA? WIOA is landmark legislation administered by the Department of Labor that is designed to strengthen and improve our nation’s public workforce system. It is designed to help get Americans, including youth and those with significant barriers to employment, into high-quality jobs and careers and help employers hire and retain skilled workers.

Questions to Ask Yourself

  • Are you an individual with a low-income or receiving public assistance and been struggling to find employment?
  • Do you need to upgrade your skills to gain sufficient employment?
  • Do you want to increase your income?
  • Have you been struggling to find employment?
  • Were you laid off from your last job?

How to get started

To learn more about the program and to find out if it is right for you, follow these easy steps:

  1. Visit www.vcwnorthern.com/wioa/
  2. View the WIOA orientation video
  3. Download and complete the WIOA Eligibility Application Packet found under TO ENROLL and gather the required eligibility documentation listed on pages 1 & 2 of the packet.
  4. Email Christine Love to be connected to a staff member who will assist you in submitting your application electronically.

Additional Assistance & Resources

For additional assistance, contact the Loudoun Workforce Resource Center at 703-777-0150 or email the center. You can also view or print the WIOA flyer (PDF) or view information on WIOA eligible training providers, information on the Youth WIOA program and FCPS Apprenticeship 2020-21 Course Catalog (PDF)