WIOA Pennsylvania Programs: Training for You
Your educational aspirations don’t have to stay a dream. You can make your professional goals a reality by pursuing certification in a career field you love. But sometimes the process to get started can feel daunting. From deciding how to fit your coursework into your everyday life to making your educational pursuits affordable, there is a lot to consider when going back to school.
Blackstone Career Institute (BCI) has created a simple admissions process with a clear outline for each diploma program to help you stay on track with affordable and flexible education curated for your needs.
This is why Blackstone is proud to offer programs that align with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) in Pennsylvania. Please note the following guidelines are specific to the state of Pennsylvania and may differ in other states.
BCI wants to make your educational path easy to navigate, so we’ve broken down all the important information you need to know about WIOA Pennsylvania.
What is WIOA?
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act exists to help individuals succeed in obtaining skills for in-demand jobs through professional certification and industry recognized credentials. Regardless of the job you are seeking, WIOA Pennsylvania champions individuals who are seeking a satisfying career and want to break the cycle of underemployment or unemployment with skills and knowledge that will set them apart in the industry.
The goal is to aid job seekers with the necessary training to help employers hire and retain qualified employees.
How Can WIOA Pennsylvania Help You?
WIOA Pennsylvania is available to qualifying individuals residing within the state. You must be a U.S. citizen or provide proof of documentation of your eligibility to work in the U.S. In addition, you must be income eligible or a dislocated worker and currently not have a marketable or in-demand skill for employment.
An example of a dislocated worker is someone who is experiencing a layoff due to a plant/factory closure or is a homemaker who lost their primary income. Any self-employed individuals who find themselves unemployed, such as farmers, ranchers, and fishermen, are also under this category.
To determine more specific eligibility, including the required income or dislocated worker criteria, visit the U.S. Government site that provides details on finding free work training and the appropriate phone number to speak with a representative.
If you meet all the requirements for WIOA Pennsylvania, you can receive up to $4,000 toward your educational pursuits.
One of the benefits of enrolling in an eligible career program with Blackstone through WIOA Pennsylvania is that the tuition falls below the $4,000 threshold. This means that individuals who qualify for WIOA assistance could use the remaining funds they obtain from WIOA to purchase technology equipment such as a laptop to complete their program.
What Career Programs Can I Choose From?
WIOA Pennsylvania approves specific Blackstone career programs to pick from for in-demand fields, including:
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
As a paralegal, you will use your program knowledge and diploma credentials to help lawyers by preparing preliminary drafts of legal documents, fact-checking legal files, preparing for trials, performing administrative responsibilities, and communicating with clients. Blackstone’s online Legal Assistant/Paralegal Program also provides you with the necessary clock hours to sit for the Certified Paralegal (CP®) Exam given by the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) to help you stand out in a pool of other job seeking candidates.
Medical Office Assistant
As a medical office assistant, you will help keep the healthcare office running smoothly by greeting patients, scheduling appointments, and updating electronic medical records. Upon successful completion of Blackstone’s online Medical Office Assistant Program, you will qualify to sit for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam given by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA®).
Pharmacy Technician
As a pharmacy technician, you will work alongside the pharmacist by locating, dispensing, packing, and labeling prescribed medication. Upon graduation from Blackstone’s online Pharmacy Technician Program, you will be eligible to sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination® (PTCE®), given by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board® (PTCB®), to become a CPhT (Certified Pharmacy Technician).
To discover in-depth program outlines, textbooks, instructors, and certification eligibility, visit each of the respective pages on Blackstone’s website.
What is the Process to Get Started with WIOA Pennsylvania?
Join other individuals in their educational pursuits through WIOA Pennsylvania in five easy steps.
- Choose which program you want to pursue through Blackstone and enroll.
- Select WIOA as your payment plan option.
- Apply for WIOA funding through the workforce center.
- Meet with a career counselor to ensure proper documentation is uploaded along with an invoice.
- Start your coursework and prepare for growth in a career choice you love.
To receive more in-depth information on WIOA Pennsylvania benefits, check out this guide Blackstone put together to help you.
Still Have Questions?
Your educational success is our success, and we want you to achieve your goals and make a lasting impact in a career field you enjoy.
An admissions advisor at Blackstone Career Institute is happy to provide you with the details for online career programs available to you and direct you to the correct resources for WIOA Pennsylvania.
Written by Laura Conaway
