Georgia Mountains Workforce Investment Area 2
Steps to Assistance


    STEPS TO ASSISTANCE

    1) Visit your local DOL Career Center and register for Employment Services. Explore available
    jobs in the area. Receive free Core and Intensive Services to determine skill level. Individuals
    determined in need of skills upgrade may be referred for WIA-funded training.

    2) Apply for admission to a program which will train for a growth and demand occupation at the
    school you plan to attend (at technical colleges, take the ASSET or COMPASS entrance exams).
    To receive WIA funding, the training Provider and Program must be on the Georgia Mountains
    Approved Providers and Programs List, and you must enroll full-time (12 credit hours).

    3) Apply for Financial Aid -- Pell & HOPE, if applicable.

    4) Receive acceptance letter from the approved provider stating chosen program of study,
    and fax it to the GMWIA Intake Specialist.

    *Do not sign any loan applications or contracts until WIA training is approved.

    5) Contact the GMWIA office at 770-538-2727 for required paperwork or download and complete
    forms from our website. Forward by mail, fax or hand deliver all paperwork to GMWIA office; and
    contact GMWIA Intake Specialist about progress and any concerns.

    6) Complete applicable skills assessments -- CAPS, TABE, GCIS Skills Assessment, CDM, ASSET,
    COMPASS, Mavis Beacon, O’NET-- and discuss selected training program and suitability.

    7) Complete and submit results of the background check/drug screen to GMWIA for training
    programs such as Allied Healthcare programs and Commercial Driver training as a prerequisite
    to eligibility and/or completion of a licensed occupation.

    8) If eligible, meet with an assigned Case Manager to complete your GMWIA Enrollment Agreement,
    ITA, and receive necessary forms. Stay in contact with your Case Manager during training.

    9) Complete and submit to Case Manager the results of the Certified Work Ready Certificate
    assessment during the last quarter/semester of program of study.

    10) Within 30 days of completing training, update resume, visit placement office at school/DOL
    Career Center and discuss job search assistance with your GMWIA Case Manager.

    11) Complete training and any required testing for licenses and certifications.

    12) Meet with your assigned Case Manager to review your program, submit your credential and
    discuss your employment status.

    13) Stay in touch with the Performance Specialist every three months for 12 months
    after training to update your employment status.
Career Centers

Blairsville
189 Rogers St
Blairsville, GA 30514
(706) 745.6959

Gainesville
2756 Atlanta Hwy.
Gainesville, GA 30504
(770) 535.5484

Habersham
215 Hodges St.
Cornelia, GA 30531
(770) 538.2727

Toccoa
112 N. Alexander St.
Toccoa, GA 30577
(706) 282.4514