Programs That Help Iowans Work
Learn about the many programs hosted by IWD that help Iowans find support during layoffs, overcome barriers, and/or learn new career skills.
Connect with Worker Programs
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Adult and Dislocated Workers
IWD hosts programs designed to help Iowans reenter the workforce after becoming dislocated from their employment.
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Employment and Disability Services
IWD provides direct services and has statewide partners to prioritize employment services for Iowans with disabilities.
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SNAP Employment and Training
The SNAP Employment and Training program helps SNAP recipients find job seeking skills, classroom training, and more.
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PROMISE JOBS
PROMISE JOBS is Iowa's employment and training program that helps cash assistance recipients become self-sufficient.
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Senior Community Service Employment Program
The Senior Community Service Employment Program helps Iowans aged 55 and over with limited income find new jobs.
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Returning Citizens Initiative
The Returning Citizens Initiative provides training to prepare returning citizens for new careers after incarceration.
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Trade Adjustment Assistance
The Trade Adjustment Assistance program provides reemployment assistance to workers in firms affected by foreign trade.
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Veterans Employment Services
Iowa provides quality employment and training services to Veterans, transitioning service members, and spouses.
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Migrant and Seasonal Farm Workers
The Migrant and Seasonal Farm Worker advocacy system focuses on educating and assisting farm workers and ag employers.
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Youth and Young Adult Services
Helping Iowa youth overcome significant barriers to achieve employment and/or post-secondary education opportunities.
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Contact Workforce Services
Contact the workforce services team if you have questions about a certain program, or don't know where to get started.
Delivering Workforce Services
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
IWD is charged with working with core partners to deliver high-quality workforce systems across the state.
We're Here to Help
Find Your IowaWORKS Office
IowaWORKS offices are Iowans' best resource for improving their skills and preparing for a new career.
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Featured Workforce Program
Iowa's Registered Apprenticeship Programs
Adults and high school students can benefit from new apprenticeship programs in almost any occupation you can imagine.
Closing Gaps to Create Opportunity
Iowa's Last-Dollar Scholarship Program
Last-Dollar Scholarship helps Iowans land skilled, high-demand jobs by covering gaps in tuition not filled by other aid.
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