Workforce Investment Act - WIA

The Workforce Investment Act is the latest of a series of programs aimed at helping American workers find jobs that can meet their economic needs. The intent of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 is to ensure that Americans have the training they need to qualify for good jobs and to successfully manage their careers. The Act promotes individual responsibility and personal decision-making through the use of vouchers (individual training accounts) for the purchase of training services. Customer choice requires the job training and employment system to be more responsive to the skill needs of individuals. The strong and active role of local businesses and the requirement that training be designed for occupations that are in local labor market demand will result in a market-driven system.

          Goals of the WIA

o        To increase the employment, retention and earnings of participants
o        To increase occupational skill attainment by participants
o        To improve the quality of the workforce
o        To reduce welfare dependency
o        To enhance the productivity and competitiveness of New Mexico and the Nation
 

One-Stop Center Customers

o        Adults aged 18 and over
o        Dislocated Workers

For additional information, click on this link:  http://www.wia.state.nm.us/map.html