WIOA Adult & Dislocated Worker Program
This year, the WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker programs demonstrated a significant commitment to workforce development, serving a combined total of 588 individuals. The Adult program, with its broader reach, served 503 participants, achieving a 48.13% entered employment rate and facilitating the attainment of 287 credentials. Participants in this program secured median and average wages of $18.95 and $22.13, respectively, indicating positive economic outcomes. The Dislocated Worker program provided targeted support to 85 individuals, achieving a 43.48% entered employment rate and a remarkable 64 credential attainments. This program yielded slightly higher wages, with a median of $19.00 and an average of $24.51, reflecting the program's success in re-skilling individuals for higher-paying positions. Both programs demonstrated effectiveness in providing training and facilitating job placements, with a strong emphasis on credential attainment as a key driver of participant success.
Served 503 WIOA
Entered Training 306
Enrolled 381
Exits 401
Placements 193
Stories That Inspire Us Yadira Veron Gonzalo
287 $18.95
Entered Employment Rate 48.13%
Credentials Attained
Median Wage
The WIOA Adult program witnessed numerous transformative stories, none more compelling than Yadira's. After a challenging six-month period of unemployment, Yadira, a dedicated single mother of two, sought to elevate her healthcare career beyond her previous medical assistant certification, acquired through WIOA Youth services. Recognizing her need for increased earning potential to support her family, she enrolled in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associate of Science Degree program at Southern Technical College. Yadira's journey was marked by unwavering determination. Balancing the demands of parenthood with rigorous academic study, she consistently excelled, maintaining an impressive 3.72 GPA. In June 2024, her hard work culminated in graduation, a testament to her resilience and commitment. Just two months later, Yadira's dedication paid off as she secured a position as an Ultrasonographer I at Lakeland Regional Hospital, transitioning from unemployment to a rewarding career earning $42.00 per hour. Yadira's story exemplifies the life-changing impact of the WIOA Adult program. Through access to education and training, she not only achieved her professional goals but also secured a stable future for her family. Her success underscores the program's vital role in empowering individuals to overcome barriers and achieve economic self-sufficiency.
85 71 58 Dislocated Worker
Enrolled Entered Training Exits 69
Placements 30
Served
Credentials Attained 64
Median Wage $19.00
Average Wage $24.51
Entered Employment Rate 43.48%
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