The overarching goal of this project is to provide residents with access to self-selected job training courses that are approved and on the connecticut department of labor's eligible training provider…

The overarching goal of this project is to provide residents with access to self-selected job training courses that are approved and on the connecticut department of labor's eligible training provider list. Career navigators will guide customers in the research of opportunities specific to employment in in-demand industries that include, but are not limited to: manufacturing, construction, information technology, transportation / commercial driving, healthcare & environmental remediation. Participants will work with their dedicated career navigator to develop an individual career plan that will outline their training and employment goals; this plan will also identify all barriers to employment. Project funds will be used to address these barriers, provide job training through a wioa-approved vendor, attain industry-recognized credentials, and assist with job placement. Participants will complete their self-selected job training programs with the necessary credentials to be successful in an industry that will lead to a stable and well-compensated career of their choosing. Activities performed job training through individual training accounts and on the job training and job placement assistance. Deliverables 60 participants enrolled into the program; 43 participants successfully complete job training and receive industry-recognized credential; 14 participants receive and complete on the job training opportunity; 36 participants placed into employment. Intended beneficiary wioa eligible residents of northwest connecticut; regional employers. Subrecipient activities career resources, INC., to provide case management and job development services.