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WIOA 101Introducing the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act

Presented by Lyndsey Richmond and Steven BlevinsEDD Capacity Building Unit

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014

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Module 1

WIOA Overview

History of federal workforce services programs

Purpose of WIOA

The five titles of WIOA

The six core programs of WIOA

WIOA employer services

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Module 2

WIOA Administration and Funding

Federal and state-level administration

Local area/AJCC administration

Title I funding streams

Title III funding streams

Guidance and implementation

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Module 1

WIOA Overview

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A Brief History of Workforce Services^

The Great Depression

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The Wagner-Peyser Act of 19337

1933 1935 1962 1964 1973 1982

Wagner-PeyserAct

Social Security Act

Manpower Development and Training

Act

Economic Opportunity

Act

Rehabilitation Act and

Comprehensive Employment and

Training Act

Job Training Partnership

Act

Precursors to WIOA

Workforce Investment Act of 1998

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Precursors to WIOA


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Module 1

WIOA Overview

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The Purpose of WIOA

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WIOA brings together core federal workforce development programs, including:

Employment and training services for adults, dislocated workers, and youth; and Wagner-Peyser employment services.

Adult education and literacy programs and vocational rehabilitation programs to assist individual with disabilities in obtaining employment.

Purpose of WIOA

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1. Assist job seekers, particularly those with barriers to

employment, succeed in the labor market by providing access

to:

Employment

Education

Training

Support Services

Purpose of WIOA

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2. Create a comprehensive, high-quality workforce development system by aligning workforce investment, education, and economic development.

3. Provide workers with the skills and credentials necessary to succeed by improving the labor market relevance of workforce investment, education, and economic development efforts.

Purpose of WIOA

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4. Provide employers with the skilled workers they need to succeed in a global economy.

5. Promote improvement in the structure of and delivery of services through workforce system to better address the employment and skill needs of workers, jobseekers, and employers.

Purpose of WIOA

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6. Improve the quality of the workforce, reduce welfare dependency, increase economic self-sufficiency, and meet the skill requirements of employers, and enhance productivity and competitiveness of the nation.

Purpose of WIOA

Module 1

WIOA Overview

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The Five Titles of WIOA

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Divisions:

• Titles

• Subtitles

• Chapters

• Sections

How WIOA Is Organized

Five Titles of WIOA

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WIOATitle I

Workforce Development

Activities

Title IIAdult

Education and Literacy

Title IIIWagner-

Peyser Act Title IVRehabilitation

Act of 1973

Title VGeneral

Provisions

Department of Labor

Department of Education

Module 1

WIOA Overview

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The Six Core Programs under WIOA

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1. Adult Employment Services

2. Dislocated Workers Employment Services

3. Youth Employment Services

4. Adult Education and Literacy Services

5. Wagner-Peyser Employment Services

6. Vocational Rehabilitation Services

Title I

Title II

Six Core Programs under WIOA

Title III

Title IV

Adult Dislocated Worker

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• Be 18 years of age or older

• Be a citizen OR resident authorized to work in the United States

• Males must be registered for military selective services

• Be 18 years of age or older


• Males must be registered for military selective service

• Must meet the definition of a dislocated worker

Title I Eligibility Requirements

In School Youth

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• Be between 14 – 21 years old


• Males 18+ must be registered for military selective services

• Low income

• Enrolled in school

• Meet one eligibility barrier

Eligibility Barriers (must meet at least one)

English language learner Basic skills deficient An offender Homeless, runaway, foster care or aged out

of foster care, eligible for Social Security assistance, or an out-of-home placement

Pregnant or parenting Disabled Requires additional assistance


Out of School Youth

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• Be between 16 – 24 years old


• Males 18+ must be registered for military selective services

• NOT enrolled in school

• Meet one eligibility barrier

Eligibility Barriers (must meet at least one)

School dropout, as defined by the state Within age of compulsory school attendance (age

6-18) but not attending Recipient of a secondary school diploma or

recognized equivalent who is low income and is either basic skills deficient or an English language learner

Subject to the juvenile or adult justice system Homeless, runaway, foster care or aged out of

foster care, eligible for Social Security assistance, or an out-of-home placement

Pregnant or parenting Disabled Requires additional assistance


Basic Career Service

Individualized Career Service

Follow-Up Service

Title I Categories of Service

Training Service

Universally accessible and available to all individuals seeking employment and training services

Provided in at least one comprehensive AJCC per local area Generally require less staff time/involvement Include services such as:

Eligibility determination Initial skills assessment Labor exchange servicesProvision of information on programs and servicesProgram referrals


Title I Adult and Dislocated Worker Services


Provided after AJCC staff determine that they are needed to retain or obtain employment and the individual is eligible to receive them

Generally require significant staff time/involvement Customized to each individual’s needs Includes services such as:

Specialized assessmentsDeveloping an individual employment plan (IEP)Career counseling/coachingWork experiences or internshipsAdult literacy, basic skills, or GED preparation


Provided after AJCC or partner program staff determine that they are needed to retain/obtain employment or equitable wages

Individual is determined eligible to receive training service Training program is directly linked to employment opportunities Includes services such as:

On-the-job trainingOccupational skills training Incumbent worker trainingCustomized trainingAdult education and literacy activities


Training Service

Must be provided to individuals placed in unsubsidized employment, for up to 12 months from first day of employment

Follow-up services do not extend the date of exit in performance reporting

Includes services such as:Work-related peer group supportTraining progress on the jobReferral to medical servicesAssistance securing better paying jobCareer development and further education planning


Follow-Up Service

1. Paid and/or unpaid work experience

2. Concurrent education training as workforce preparation

3. Financial literacy

4. Tutoring and study skills training

5. Alternative secondary school

Title I Youth Services

14 Elements

6. Occupational skills training

7. Job skills training

8. Community service

9. Leadership development

10. Entrepreneurial skills


14 Elements

11. Supportive services

12. Counseling and guidance

13. Adult mentoring

14. Follow-up services


14 Elements

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Title I

Title II


Title III

Title IV

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In partnership with federal, state, and local governments, the

U.S. Department of Education seeks to assist adults to:

• Complete adult education transitions

• Become self-sufficient and get employed

• Partake in the educational development of their children

• Improve English language skills in reading, writing,

speaking, and comprehension

Title II Adult Education and Literacy

Critical thinking skills

Digital literacy

Self-management

Other skills necessary for transition into post-secondary education


Workplace Preparation Services

Adult education and literacy concurrent with workforce preparation

Workforce training in occupations

English language acquisition

Engage in civic participation and rights as citizens

Literacy instruction and training


Integrated Education and Literacy/Civics

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Title I

Title II


Title III

Title IV

Wagner-Peyser

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• Must be a citizen OR resident authorized to work in the United States

Title III Eligibility Requirements



Follow-Up Service

Title III Categories of Service

Training Service

Universally accessible and available to all individuals seeking employment and training services

Provided in at least one comprehensive AJCC per local area Generally require less staff time/involvement Include services such as:

Eligibility determination Initial skills assessment Labor exchange servicesProvision of information on programs and servicesProgram referrals


Title III Job-Seeker Employment Services


Provided after AJCC staff determine that they are needed to retain or obtain employment and the individual is eligible to receive them

Generally require significant staff time/involvement Customized to each individual’s needs Includes services such as:

Specialized assessmentsDeveloping an individual employment plan (IEP)Career counseling/coachingWork experiences or internshipsAdult literacy, basic skills, or GED preparation


Must be provided to individuals placed in unsubsidized employment, for up to 12 months from first day of employment

Follow-up services do not extend the date of exit in performance reporting

Includes services such as:Work-related peer group supportTracking progress on the jobReferral to medical servicesAssistance securing better paying jobCareer development and further education planning

Follow-Up Service


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Title I

Title II


Title III

Title IV

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The purpose of the VR program is to assess, plan, and provide VR services to individuals with disabilities so that they may prepare for and engage in competitive integrated employment consistent with their unique strengths, capabilities, priorities, concerns, interests, and informed choice.

In collaboration with the federal Department of Education and by designation of the Office of the Governor, California’s efforts to implement WIOA Title IV has allowed for partnerships across various state departments, including:

• Department of Rehabilitation

• Office for Services for the Blind

• Department of Social Services

• California Health and Human Services Agency

Title IV Vocational Rehabilitation Services

Supported employment

Business enterprises program

Mental health cooperative

Disability access services

Deaf and hard of hearing services


Program Services

Assistive technology

Job search and interview skills

Independent living skills

Career education and training

Career assessment and counseling


Career Services

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WIOA Partner Programs

Five Title of WIOA

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WIOATitle I

Workforce Development

Activities

Title IIAdult

Education and Literacy

Title IIIWagner-

Peyser Act Title IVRehabilitation

Act of 1973

Title VGeneral

Provisions

Department of Labor


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Title I

Title II


Title III

Title IV

Module 1

WIOA Overview

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WIOA Employer Services

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All four WIOA titles (excluding general provisions) provide services to employers as well as job seekers. Employer services include:

Labor exchange services

Special recruitment

Customized screening and referrals

Assistance with job development, restructuring, and layoff aversion

Job fairs and events

Technical services

WIOA Employer Services

Module 2


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Federal and State-Level Administration

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Federal Administration

U.S. Congress


Passed WIOA legislation

Provides ongoing oversight

Allocates WIOA funding to states

Establishes rules and provides guidance

Reviews program performance

Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration (ETA)

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State-Level Administration

Governor

Labor and Workforce Development Agency

Serves as the Governor’s leading agency on WIOA implementation

Responsible for labor law enforcement, workforce development, and benefit/payment adjudication

Oversees various departments

Acts on WIOA through the Labor Agency

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Employment DevelopmentDepartment

Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA)

California Workforce Development Board (State Board)Workforce Services Branch (WSB)

Consults with the LWDA

Creates policy and drafts state planning

Direct contact with EDD and DOL


Workforce Services Branch (WSB)

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California Workforce Development Board (State Board)

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Workforce Services Branch (WSB)

In charge of various fiscal, administrative, and

reporting aspects of WIOA

Reports to State Board, LWDA, and DOL

Oversees Title I and Title III programs/services

California Workforce Development Board (State Board)

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Administrative

Disability Insurance

Information Technology

Legal OfficePolicy,

Accountability, and Compliance

Public Affairs

Tax

Unemployment Insurance

Workforce Services

Module 2


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Local Area and AJCC Administration

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3 EDD Field Divisions

14 Regional Planning Units

46 Local Areas

State-Wide Administrative Divisions

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14 RPUs are comprised of the 46 Local Areas and their Boards

Serve as workgroups that align workforce and regional economic development

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46 Local Areas

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Local Area Administration

Local Workforce Development Board (Local Board)

Local Workforce Development Area (Local Area)

Appointed by the State Board

Consults and advises the Local Chief Executive Officer (Local CEO)

Creates strategic Local Area Plan

Works with the Local Area

State Board certifies local area every two years

Designed based on their labor market and economy

Works with Local Board and AJCCs

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American Job Center of California (AJCC)

AJCC

Provides delivery of Title I and Title III programs and services EDD and partner staff assist job seekers and employers AJCCs are divided into 3 categories:

Comprehensive Affiliate Specialized

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Comprehensive AJCC

AJCC

Specialized AJCC Affiliate AJCC

Provides combined services under Title I, II, III, and IV plus the 19 partners.

Provide services for a specific population of job seekers under Title I, II, III, and/or IV.

Provides certain services under Title I or III with any partners.

Module 2


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WIOA Administration Review

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Federal Administration

U.S. Congress

Department of EducationDepartment of LaborEmployment and Training Administration (ETA)

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Governor

Labor and Workforce Development Agency

EDD Workforce Services Branch (WSB)

California Workforce Development Board

(State Board)

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3 EDD Field Divisions


46 Local Areas

State-Wide Administrative Divisions

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Local Workforce Development Board (Local Board)

Local Workforce Development Area (Local Area)

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American Job Center of California (AJCC)

AJCC

Module 2


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Title I Funding

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California

Adult

Youth

DislocatedWorker

WIOA Title I Allocation

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California

Adult

Youth

DislocatedWorker

85%

85%

60%

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California

Adult

Youth

DislocatedWorker

85%

85%

60% 25%

Rapid Response Services

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Rapid Response Services

Rapid Response services are meant to identify, respond to, and assist workers in events such as plant closures, mass layoff, or major disasters.

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Rapid Response Allocation

California

Adult

Youth

DislocatedWorker

85%

85%

60%

50% Additional Assistance

Local Boards apply for funds to supplement and expand their response to

dislocation events

50% RR by formula

30% Proportionate allocation

45% Layoff-based allocation

25% Hold harmless

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Additional Assistance

Additional Assistance is provided when any economic condition, trend, or combination of events leads to a substantial number of dislocated workers.

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California

Adult

Youth

DislocatedWorker

85%

85%

60% 25% 15%

15%

15%

Governor’s Discretionary Fund “15% Money”

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Governor’s Discretionary Fund

California

Adult

Youth

DislocatedWorker

85%

85%

60% 25% 15%

15%

15%

15% Money5%Administration

Special Projects 10%

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Special Projects

Special Projects funding serves an array of purposes ranging from training, research, developing strategies or planning with the purpose of assisting job seekers.

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California

Adult

Youth

DislocatedWorker

85%

85%

60% 25% 15%

15%

15%

Module 2


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Title I Funding

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California

WIOA Title III Allocation

Wagner-Peyser

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WIOA Title III Allocation

California

Wagner-Peyser90% 10%

EDD Field and Central Office Programs

10% Special Programs and10% On-Going Programs

APRIL JULY OCTOBER

YouthAdult and Dislocated Worker

Wagner-PeyserAdult and

Dislocated Worker

WIOA Funding Timeline

Module 2


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WIOA Guidance and Implementation


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Federal Guidance and Implementation

U.S. Congress


Regulations and Guidance

Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration (ETA)

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What is a Regulation?

A regulation is a rule or order issued by an agency charged with administering a federal program.

Laws such as WIOA get interpreted through the official rules issued by the administering agencies. Such rules add more detailed scientific, economic, or industry expertise, as well as policies for implementation.

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How are the rules created?

At the federal level, WIOA regulations are established by:

Department of Labor (Titles I and III)

Department of Education (Titles II and IV)

WIOA regulations are published in the Federal Register as WIOA Final Rules and WIOA Joint Rules

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How are the rules created?

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) process is established by the Administrative Procedure Act (1946):

1. Agency (e.g., DOL) proposes rule via the NPRM

2. The NPRM is published in the Federal Register

3. The NPRM goes through public comment

4. Agency analyzes and responds to the public comments

5. Agency creates a permanent record of its analysis and responses to public comments in the preamble (summary) of the Final Rules

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WIOA Final Rules

Joint Rule for United and Combined State Plans, Performance Accountability, and the One-Stop System Joint Provisions; Final Rule

Department of Labor Only; Final Rule

State Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program; State Supported Employment Services Program; Limitation on Use of Subminimum Wage; Final Rule

Miscellaneous Program Changes; Final Rule

Programs and Activities Authorized by the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (Title II); Final Rule

Implementation of the Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity Provisions of WIOA (Section 188)

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Training and Employment Guidance Letter (TEGL)

Provides policy guidance and direction about regulations in the Final Rules

Federal WIOA Guidance

Training and Employment Notice (TEN)

Provides announcements and information to various governmental entities

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Federal WIOA Guidance

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Workforce Services Directive (WSD)

EDD provides policy guidance to the California workforce development community

State-Level WIOA Guidance

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Workforce Services Information Notice (WSIN)

A document that provides information and announcements to the Workforce Development Community


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Internal Administrative Notices (IAN)

EDD communicates administrative and program information to Wagner-Peyser staff


DirectiveInternal

Administrative Notice

CongressWorkforce Innovation and

Opportunity Act

Notice of Proposed

Rulemaking

Public Comments &

Responses

Final Rule & Joint Rule

Preamble

Training and Employment

Guidance Letter

Training and Employment

Notice

Information Notice

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Federal Level

State Level

Dept. of Labor

&

Dept. of Education

EDD WSB

WIOA Guidance Overview

Module 1

WIOA Overview

History of federal workforce services programs

Purpose of WIOA

The five titles of WIOA

The six core programs of WIOA

WIOA employer services

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Module 2


Federal and state-level administration

Local area/AJCC administration

Title I funding streams

Title III funding streams

Guidance and implementation

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