What Is WIOA?
For unemployed or underemployed Marylanders, many of our programs have been approved by the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) for WIOA funding. This entitles individuals to funding to obtain new skills and certifications to prepare them for a new career. This program is administered through One Stop Centers located throughout the state.
If you meet certain criteria, you may qualify for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding! Our Admissions Advisors can assist you with the process of applying for training funding through your local American Job Center. Contact an advisor at admissions@umbctraining.com.
We are committed to providing high quality training in person and live online. Our live online courses include real-time lectures, hands on virtual labs, and complete course materials. Students who are approved for WIOA funding can begin their training immediately.
Workforce Student Testimonial
“Changing careers mid-life, mid-stream is definitely a daunting experience, but I felt that everyone at UMBC Training Centers was rooting for me. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, accessible, and I always felt that my questions on the material or applications of the material were taken seriously, and addressed thoroughly. And knowing the multitude of ways that the instructors took to be there was helpful as well — from industry, academia, the military, or another career-changer — because there’s no “one way” to enter cybersecurity, thus discussions of the numerous career paths available were fascinating.
From the program coordinators and admissions advisors there were frequent offers of networking events, resume reviews, Q&A sessions on interview techniques and mockups that I felt were one of the best parts of the program; feeling that my skills were being revamped, and updated for entry into a brand-new field gave me a fresh confidence that I was ‘really’ ready to go out and get a job that I loved.”
Howard County, Maryland WIOA Student
Maryland WIOA Approved Programs At UMBC Training Centers
UMBC Training Centers is an approved WIOA Occupational Training Provider for the following workforce programs:
- Certificate in Cyber Foundations
- Python for Beginners
- CompTIA Data+
- Project Management Fundamentals
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Preparation
How To Apply For WIOA?
The process can vary by state so the first step toward applying for WIOA Funding, is to find the specific process designated by the state in which you live. You can do this through CareerOneStop’s WIOA-Eligible Training Program Finder.
For students in the state of Maryland, you can simply contact our team of Admissions Advisors. Complete the form below to get started:
Free Live Online Career Transition Webinars
Curious about our Career Transition programs? Join us for a free webinar to learn more about our programs from an Admissions Representative. We cover all entry-level programs in these sessions.
Benefits for Training Centers Students and Alumni
- Earn Certifications From Home – In addition to taking courses online, students will be able to sit for some exams from home through remote proctoring. Many certification organizations are updating their policies to allow students to take their exams from home. Contact us for more information.
- Complimentary Audit for Students – All students are eligible to retake a course for free within a calendar year of the start date through our Audit Policy.
- Study Nights with Subject Matter Experts – Regular study sessions led by our instructor team allow students to get additional support and assistance throughout their time at Training Centers.
- Dedicated Program Manager – A dedicated member of our team supports each student whether they are attending a virtual or in person course.
- Career Resource Workshops and Industry Events – Workshops designed to take your career to the next level with topics such as resume writing, creating LinkedIn Profiles, and preparation for remote interviewing. UMBC Training Centers also hosts frequent industry events for students to interact with potential employers.
FAQs for WIOA Students
How do I get the books I need for my course?
- Depending on the course the book can be delivered to you in one of two ways. It will either get mailed to your address directly or you will get access to a digital version on your computer if available. Either way, we will make sure you have the materials you need for your course.
I’ve never taken an online course, what do I need in order to take it?
- If you have never taken an online course before, it can seem intimidating! Luckily it’s very easy to get set up for class. The only technical requirement that you need is a computer with access to the internet and working speakers. It is recommended that you also have a microphone and a webcam for asking your instructors questions, but you can take the class without those if necessary.
Do I need to be a UMBC Student to register for a course?
- All UMBC Training Centers courses are open to the public for anyone to enroll in. You do not need to be a UMBC student to register for them.
FAQs for WIOA Counselors
Can I register a group of students for a program?
- Groups of students can be registered together in a private cohort or they can be registered individually. Whatever works easiest for you we can set up to get your students in class.
Who is my point of contact at UMBC Training Centers?
- If you have any questions about our programs or resources for students please don’t hesitate to contact our admissions team:
- John Rivers, Admissions Advisor, jrivers@umbctraining.com, 443-692-6586
- Hoda Fahmy, Admissions Advisor, hfahmy@umbctraining.com, 443-692-6584
Do you have WIOA training courses on hold due to facility closures related to the COVID-19 State of Emergency?
- None of our courses have been put on hold by COVID-19. All of our courses have been moved to Live Online and are continuing on the schedule they had originally intended. All future courses are online as well until it is safe to return to the classroom.
What protocols have been developed to address delays and closures of your facilities during the COVID-19 State of Emergency?
- All students are notified via phone and email in the event of any delay or closure. With the facility closed though, all courses are proceeding online at their normal pace. All students also will have contact information at Training Centers to reach out if they have any questions.
What are your plans to resume training, once the COVID-19 State of Emergency ends?
- All of our training courses will continue Live Online until further notice. When it is deemed safe to return to the classroom, we will resume classroom training but we do not currently have a date scheduled for that.
LOCAL MARYLAND WORKFORCE CENTER LOCATIONS
*Additional county locations can be found by visiting: http://www.dllr.state.md.us/county/
Anne Arundel County
Anne Arundel Workforce Develpoment Corporation Website
1460 Ritchie Highway, Suite 205
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 793-5635
7000 Arundel Mills Circle
Hanover, MD 21076
(410) 777-1845
7480 Baltimore-Annapolis Bvld, Suite 100
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 424-3240
BWI Main Terminal Building
Upper Level Ticket Counter between Piers B & C
Baltimore, MD 21240
(410) 684-6838
80 West St.
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 974-4429
Baltimore City
3001 E. Madison Street
Baltimore, MD 21205
(410) 396-9030
2401 Liberty Heights Avenue, 3rd floor, Suite 302
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 523-1060
1100 N. Eutaw Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 767-2148
Baltimore County
Baltimore County Workforce Development Website
11101 McCormick Road
Hunt Valley, MD 21031
(410) 887-7940
3637 Offutt Road
The Liberty Center
Randallstown, MD 21133
(410) 887-8912
7930 Eastern Boulevard at Rolling Mill Road
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 288-9050
Frederick County
5340 A Spectrum Drive
Frederick, Maryland 21703
(301) 600-2255
Harford & Cecil County
34 N. Philadelphia Blvd
3rd floor
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 272-5400
2 South Bond Street, 2nd floor
Bel Air, MD 21014
(410) 836-4603
Howard County
7161 Columbia Gateway Drive
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 290-2600
Montgomery County
Wheaton American Job Center
11510 Georgia Ave., First Floor
Wheaton, MD 20902
Phone: 301.929.6880
Upcounty Regional Services Center
12900 Middlebrook Road, First Floor
Germantown, MD 20874
Phone: 240.406.5485
East County Regional Services Center
3300 Briggs Chaney Rd,
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Phone: 240.777.8412
Prince George’s County
Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation Website
312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 504
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 362-9708
1801 McCormick Drive, 1st floor
Largo, Maryland 20774
(301) 618-8400