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Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Youth Programs
The Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Youth Programs provide employment and training activities for economically disadvantaged youth ages 14 to 21. Certain provisions of the new WIA Law substantially reform youth programming and places a new emphasis on serving youth within a comprehensive local workforce development system that integrates summer and year-round services for youth. Youth programs are divided into two groups; one for youth ages 14 to 18, and the other for youth ages 19 to 21. The following ten program elements are available to youth participants in developing the youth's individual service strategy:
- Tutoring, study skills training, and instruction leading to secondary school completion, including dropout prevention strategies;
- Alternative school offerings; G.E.D
- Summer employment opportunities directly linked to academic and occupational learning;
- Paid and unpaid work experience, including internships and job shadowing;
- Occupational skills training;
- Leadership development opportunities, which may include such activities as positive social behavior and soft-skills, decision making and teamwork;
- Supportive services, such as child care and transportation to assist the youth in participating in other activities;
- Adult mentoring for at least 12 months, which may be during or after program participation;
- Followup services for at least 12 months; and
- Comprehensive guidance and counseling.
Job Seeker Employment Programs
