Basic Information

The Workforce Investment Opportunity Act (WIOA) is a program offered through the Department of Workforces Services to assist teens with education and career opportunities.

• At 14, youth are encouraged to apply if they need help with education resources, to explore career options or start developing employment skills. At 16, youth should apply and start looking towards higher education goals and career goals.

• Register in Person at DWS or online 

Responsible Agency: Department of Workforce Services 

Amount: Up to $5,000 per year

For whom: Youth age 14-24 who need additional assistance

Deadline to Apply: Rolling

Can Spend On:  

• Education Training Voucher (ETV) funds for higher education and career exploration – paid internships

• Funds Available to help with educational and training expenses

• Driver’s Education courses and license

How $ is Awarded: Funding paid to a prepaid debit card

For Whom: 

•   Are you a foster youth or aged out of foster care at 18?

•  Are you a refugee?

•  Did you drop out?

•  Do you have a disability?

•  Are you pregnant or parenting?

•  Are you experiencing homelessness?

•  Do you suffer from substance or domestic abuse?

•  Are you Native American?

•  Have an incarcerated parent?

• Do you have a criminal offense?

• Have attendance issues while completing high school? 

*barrier is dependent on in-school enrollments and may not always be available.

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