Education Assistance for Job Seekers Wisconsin

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How WIOA Helped Olivia Launch Her Healthcare Career as a Registered Respiratory Therapist

For Olivia, pursuing a career in healthcare meant overcoming obstacles that would have caused many people to give up. Financial hardship, caregiving responsibilities, unreliable transportation, and the lingering effects of childhood instability all threatened to derail her dream of becoming a respiratory therapist. Instead, with determination, resilience, and support from Forward Service Corporation’s Workforce Innovation … See details

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From CNA to LPN: How Taylor Built a Healthcare Career Through Determination and Education

A Vision for a Better Future Taylor’s journey into healthcare is a story of determination, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to her family and future. A mother of four, Taylor already held an Associate Degree in Business, but she knew her true passion lay elsewhere. Motivated by a desire to help others and advocate for … See details

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From CNA to Pediatric Nurse: How FSC’s WIOA Program Helped Meadow Achieve Her Nursing Dream

A Dream Rooted in Compassion and Determination For Meadow, becoming a nurse was never just about finding a career. It was about creating stability, building a meaningful future, and helping others through some of life’s most difficult moments. Even while facing significant personal and financial challenges, she stayed focused on her long-term goal of working … See details

A Fresh Start and a Fierce Determination: Kavari’s Story

Kavari didn’t come to Green Bay by chance—she came to start over. After going through a series of hardships, she made a decision: she wasn’t going to stay stuck. She wanted something better—for herself and for her daughter. When she arrived, she was starting from scratch. No steady income, no permanent place to live, and … See details

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From ELL Classes to Child Care Owner: Pascaline’s story

Pascaline has always had a love for children. Growing up in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, she found joy and purpose in working with youth. That passion stayed with her when she came to the United States, where she carried a clear dream: to pursue an education in early childhood and one day open … See details

Jasmine in her nursing scrubs, a future registered nurse advancing her career through WIOA-supported training.

Empowering a Future Nurse: How WIOA is Helping Jasmine Build a Brighter Future

As a single mother of two young children, Jasmine was determined to create a future that offered stability, purpose, and opportunity. Although she held an associate degree in Forensic Science, she was unable to find employment in that field. Instead, she balanced multiple part-time jobs, working as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) while also working … See details

Britani is excited about her counseling career after graduating from college with the help of WIOA.

Finding Strength, Support, and Success: How the WIOA Program Helped Britani Achieve Her Dream Career

When Britani first learned about the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program, she was a busy single mother balancing work, school, and parenting. The idea of adding one more responsibility seemed daunting. But when a friend in her Substance Use Disorder Counseling (SUDC) program shared their positive experience with WIOA, Britani decided to give … See details

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She Proved It’s Never Too Late to Change Your Life

When Niesha joined the Wisconsin Works (W-2) program, her mission was clear: “To graduate to further my education and to show my kids that it’s not too late to go back to school.” What began as a personal goal soon became a community-powered transformation. Her story highlights how career training programs like W-2 can truly … See details

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