Dislocated Worker (WIOA & State)

State Dislocated Worker Eligibility Policy (State)

Summary
DEED administers two Dislocated Worker (DW) programs: the Federal DW Program under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and the State DW Program. Both offer employment and training services for eligible workers. The State DW Program has expanded eligibility criteria. Eligibility determination must be made by the program operator prior to a person's enrollment in the Program. All applicants must be allowed to receive an eligibility determination.

Effective Date
7/1/2024

Last Updated
12/9/2024

Contact
Dislocated Worker and Federal Adult Programs, DWFAPrograms.DEED@state.mn.us
Tel 651.259.7503
Fax 000.000.0000

Policy
Please see the linked "State Dislocated Worker Eligibility Policy" and related documents in the “Related Links” section at the bottom of this page.

Related Links
State Dislocated Worker Eligibility Policy
Dislocated Worker and Federal Adult Programs (DWFAP) Terms and Definitions
Dislocated Worker Acceptable Documentation List
State Dislocated Worker Eligibility Frequently Asked Questions
State Dislocated Worker Category Nine Eligibility Clarification Letter
State Dislocated Worker Program Desk Reference For Category Eight Non-Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses

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