Title I of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 provides for funding to training providers -- through state and local workforce investment systems -- to train adult and dislocated workers. These systems consist of workforce investment boards established on a state and local level. The majority of state board members must come from the business sector.
Employment related services are provided through a system of one-stop centers located in each area. Training, as well as other federally funded services, are provided through this one-stop system, and participating entities are known as one-stop partners.
A training provider becomes eligible for government funding by applying to the local board, providing the following criteria have been met: 1) The provider is a post-secondary school that has been certified under the Higher Education Act; 2) it offers a two- or four-year degree or certificate program; 3) in lieu of offering a degree or certificate, its program is registered under the National Apprenticeship Act.