Job Center Training Opportunities
Lake County Workforce Development can pay for qualified jobseekers to attend short-term training to enhance their wage and career possibilities.
- What type of training is available?
We individualize training to the customer. Our customers have attended hundreds of types of training through different schools or training programs. Successful completion of the training programs have opened up tremendous job opportunities for our clients. Approved training programs can be viewed on the IWDS website.
- Who qualifies for the grant?
The grant is available to Lake County residents ages 18 and above. Customers qualify based upon income, lay-off status, or special needs. Customers must also be legal residents of the United States. Men ages 18 and above must comply with selective service requirements. Some of our previous customers have included:
- Workers who lost their jobs due to a company closing or lay-off
- Individuals who found their skills were out-of-date in the current job market
- Single parents who want to support their families
- Homemakers who are joining or rejoining the workforce
- Young adults looking for a first job
- Workers age 55 or older, who may want retraining or a part-time job
- Where are you located?
We are based at the Job Center of Lake County in both Grayslake and Waukegan.
- How do I apply?
Attend an information session at one of the Job Centers to apply! The Career Specialist who leads the information session will tell you more!
- How do I reach you?
Call 847-377-3450 with any training-related questions.
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