Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I-B Adult Program
The WIOA Adult program prepares individuals for employment by providing core services, access to job training, and other services. Core services, which are available to all adults, include skill assessment, labor market information, consumer reports on training programs, and job search and placement assistance. Intensive services are available for eligible adults unable to obtain jobs through core services alone. Priority is given to welfare and low-income clients. Services may include more intensive assessments, individual counseling, employment planning, and prevocational training. WIOA Title I may also pay for vocational training. The state’s Employment Security Department administers the program. The 12 regional Workforce Development Councils oversee WIOA activities in local areas.
State Core Indicator Results
| Employment Percentage of participants in paid employment four quarters after leaving the program. * |
69% |
| Earnings Median annualized earnings four quarters after leaving the program. |
$47,000 |
| Skills Percentage of participants who obtained an appropriate credential. |
71% |
| Net Employment Effect Additional employment rate attributable to the workforce development program. ** |
1.2% |
| Net Participant Benefits Additional yearly earnings attributable to program participation (adjusted for benefits, taxes, and costs of participation). ** |
$4,800 |
| 10-Year Economic Impact Economy wide 10-Year net economic benefit provided by the workforce development program. ** |
$318 Million |
| 10-Year Taxpayer Return on Investment Taxpayer’s 10-Year net return from an investment in the workforce development program. ** |
$7 to 1 |
*Includes out-of-state employment data. Does not include self-employment. **See latest Net Impact Study.
