Georgia Mountains Workforce Investment Area 2
Steps to Apply


  • Contact the WIA office for required paperwork or download and complete forms from website.  
    The application can be faxed, emailed, mailed or delivered to our office.      

  • Apply for Financial Aid -- PELL & HOPE, if applicable.  (See also our Financial Aid Page.)

  • Receive acceptance letter from the approved provider stating chosen program of study,
    and fax it to the WIA Intake Staff member.

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

  • Forward by mail or hand deliver all paperwork to WIA office; and contact WIA Intake Staff
    member about progress and any concerns.

  • Complete applicable skills assessments -- CAPS, TABE, GCIS, CDM, ASSET, Mavis Beacon,
    O'NET-- and discuss selected training program and suitability.

  • If eligible, meet with the Case Manager to complete your Individual Service Strategy, and
    receive necessary forms.

  • Once in training, maintain weekly contact with Case Manager.

  • Within 30 days of completing training, update resume, visit placement office at school and
    Career Center to seek job search assistance.

  • Complete training and any required testing for licenses and certifications.

  • Go to work in the field in which you were trained.

  • Stay in touch with Case Manager every three months for a year 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