WIOA Programs offered at WorkSource Whatcom
WIOA Programs offered at WorkSource Whatcom
Programs for eligible young adults, adults, dislocated workers, and displaced homemakers. All programs provide career counseling and support to overcome barriers to employment. Employment plans, services and objectives are specific to the individual’s circumstances and needs. Employment plans may include attaining a high school diploma or GED, build basic literacy skills, develop or upgrade work skills, gain work experience or on-the-job training, achieve certification or required formal training.
Location
101 Prospect Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
Website
Hours
M-F, 8am-5pm.
Application process
Visit online or in person.
Eligibility
Vary.
Fee
None.
Agency info
WorkSource Whatcom
Offers a comprehensive job center providing workshops and seminars. Topics include: job search strategies, skills and abilities analysis, perfecting applications, effective resumes, and cover letters, interviewing techniques, computer classes and weekly job networking club. Also provides free technology use for career exploration and job searching needs. Computers with internet access, assessment, and interview practice software, Create and print resumes and other employment-related documents, fax applications to employers. Copiers (limited to 4 copies) and phones are available explicitly for job search. Employment and training programs provide more intensive services and programs are available through WorkSource for qualifying low income young people, adults, and workers age 55 and better; dislocated workers; displaced homemakers; veterans, individuals with a disability; migrant agricultural workers; ex-offenders; and others. Business Services WorkSource provides human resource assistance, help during layoffs, and access to resources for business development.