To learn more about these services, contact your local center.
Jobseekers of all ages, experience levels, and backgrounds can benefit from additional training to increase earning potential. Through a federally funded program, job seekers who meet eligibility requirements can receive funding to attend approved programs to obtain a:
Approved programs are in industries that are considered “in demand”. This means there are jobs available and the industry provides opportunities for career growth. Five of the current in-demand industries include but are not limited to:
WorkSource Fulton Youth Services program provides year-round workforce training and education program for people 16-24 years old who are interested in employment and/or training and live in Fulton County. Participants must meet low-income guidelines and/or possess significant and defined barriers to education and employment. Programs and services include:
Each center has access to partners that can provide additional resources to job seekers.
Georgia Department of Labor |
Unemployment Insurance, Veterans’ Services, Trade Adjustment Act Benefits, General employment services (including resume creation) | |
Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency |
Provides assistance to individuals with disabilities to gain employment and independence. | |
Atlanta Technical College |
Provides assistance with Adult Education and Literacy. Also provides technical and occupational training for jobseekers. | |
Fulton Atlanta Community Action Authority (FACAA) |
Provides a wide array of services to low-income individuals and families by offering programs and services that enable individuals and families to emerge from economic despair, prevent homelessness and enhance educational goals for improved quality of life. | |
Gwinnett Technical College |
Provides technical and occupational training for jobseekers. Also provides free GED classes and free ESL classes for students. | |
Atlanta Public Schools |
Provides assistance with Adult Education and Literacy. Also provides free GED classes | |
Job Corps |
Provides residential education and job training for young adults ages 16-24 |
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AARP Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) |
Provides paid internships for seniors looking to gain new skills and upgrade their skills and get back into the workforce. | |
Housing Authority of Fulton County |
Provides support to thousands of families by offering access to quality housing through the Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly known as Section 8). | |
Youth Build |
Provides young adults ages 16-24 with education, job training, volunteer service, and leadership development activities | |
Urban League of Greater Atlanta |
Empower underserved communities on education, workforce development, homeownership, wealth creation, and entrepreneurship | |
Hosea Helps | Restore and re-stabilize at-risk individuals and families so they can thrive and become self-sufficient |