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Training & Education
Effective October 7, 2009, RochesterWorks! no longer has Workforce Investment Act (WIA) funds available for Training Grants. Please check this site on a regular basis for updates regarding the status of future funding. This does not impact funding for individuals who are Trade Act eligible.
Acquiring the right skills can give you a competitive edge and help you be more successful in your job search. To determine what training program or continuing education is right for you, call 258-3500 or visit a RochesterWorks! Career Center.
We will advise you on what skills are in demand, how training or education may help your job search lead to employment, and whether you are eligible for financial assistance. Please note that this information is subject to change pending the availability of WIA funds. Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Workforce Investment Act (WIA) training funds?
What is involved in applying for training funds?
Is all training eligible for WIA funds?
Are there any other guidelines regarding training that may be approved?
Is there a maximum amount available to an individual?
Do I need to live in Monroe County to be eligible?
Can college courses be covered?
Can I apply for training more than once?
Can prerequisite courses be covered?
Are correspondence classes or home study programs allowed?
Financial Assistance to Train for Healthcare Careers
If you've lost your job and want to train for a new job in healthcare you may be eligible for assistance to offset education costs. To help alleviate the nursing shortage, RochesterWorks! is providing assistance of up to $7,500 per person for people who want to retrain for nursing careers. Call 258-3500 or visit a Career Center for information. See details
Don't Want to Go to College? -- See This Guide to Local Vocational Training Programs
If you want to explore alternatives to traditional college degree programs, there are many local vocational training programs available. Most can be completed in one year or less and provide job placement assistance. If you're 18 years of age or older you may qualify for tuition/training assistance. Click on the sections below for program information:
Download Vocational Guide
Introduction (PDF) Vocational Guide (PDF)
This book has been updated and revised from the original work of Connie Felder by the Midwestern Transition Site (formerly The Rochester Regional Transition Site).
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