| Do you qualify for WIA Funds? What is WIA? WIA stands for WorkForce Investment Act What is WIA for? WIA is for short term training to upgrade your skills, job search assistance, and support services. To qualify for WIA, you must: Be 18 years of age or older Meet income guidelines Be seeking permanent employment Be a resident of Bloomington, Richfield, Edina, or Eden Prairie Generally if you are participating in the Dislocated Worker Program, you cannot be in this WIA program. If you are nearing the end or have exhausted your unemployment benefits, you may want to inquire if you qualify for WIA. For information call George at 952-346-4331 |