Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
Economically disadvantaged students or dislocated workers may receive financial assistance with occupational skills training. A student who is eligible for WIOA funding must also meet WGTC’s admission requirements and must apply for all available financial aid assistance.
Contact the WIOA representative or the local Department of Labor Offices for eligibility.
- Region I—Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, 770.824.5246 — includes the following counties: Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield.
- Region III—Atlanta Regional Council, 404.463.3327 — includes the following counties: Cherokee, Clayton, Douglas, Fayette, Gwinnett, Henry, and Rockdale. Douglas County residents may call for an appointment to meet with someone in Douglasville at 770.806.2020
- Region IV-West Central Region WIB, 770.832.2202 or 706.756.4653 — includes the following counties: Butts, Carroll, Coweta, Heard, Lamar, Meriwether, Pike, Spalding, Troup, and Upson.
Dislocated workers may be eligible for additional benefits through the Trade Readjustment Act/Trade Assistance Act (Tra/TAA). Contact your local Department of Labor for more information.