Training Resources
Workforce Investment Act (WIA)
Funding provided to the State of Texas for training the dislocated worker a new set of skills for those careers in the highest demand. To find out more information please visit the following or contact your local Texas Workforce Center(workintexas.com):
PROGRAM GIVES FREE COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING
for Returning Vets, People w/Disabilities, Youth at Risk and Dislocated Workers
An important program launched by companies in the information technology (IT) industry to educate, train, certify and provide job placement assistance for returning veterans and others. Military who successfully complete the Creating Futures program will have the knowledge and skill level they need to start a rewarding career in IT.
Creating Futures is free for all participants. The cost is covered by organizational sponsors such as HP, Xerox and Ricoh.
The Creating Futures program is tailored to help individuals with various levels of skill. Individuals who have honed their computer skills in the military will be taught how to transfer those skills to civilian life, and those who are new to IT will be taught the basic skills they need to pursue a career in information technology.
Returning veterans, people with disabilities, youth-at-risk and dislocated workers interested in participating in the program should visit http://creatingfutures.us/individuals.aspx for information on how to participate.
posted 6/25/08
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