Job Training for Dislocated Workers

African-american woman training workersPROJECT NAME
Workforce Investment Act Dislocated Worker Training

LOCATION
Phoenix Workforce Connection South Dislocated Worker Center, 4732 S. Central Ave.

REASON FOR THE PROJECT
To provide more intensive training services to dislocated workers (those who have been recently laid-off) to develop the skills and abilities to increase their employability in growth occupations.

PROJECT SCHEDULE
February 2009 - December 2010

AMOUNT OF AWARD
$3,141,449

JOBS CREATED/SAVED
28.00 in last calendar quarter

BENEFIT TO RESIDENTS
Funds are provided to individuals for training to increase their skills and abilities to obtain employment in careers/occupations with the potential for long-term growth.