California Workforce Development Board (CWDB)

Contact

• Email: mail@cwib.ca.gov
• Phone: 916-657-1440

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Description

Established by Executive Order in response to the mandate of the federal Workforce Investment Act (WIA) of 1998 (Public Law 105-220), the Board assists the Governor in setting and guiding policy in the area of workforce development. The California Workforce Development Board (State Board) is responsible for assisting the Governor in performing the duties and responsibilities required by the federal Workforce Investment Act of 1998. All members of the Board are appointed by the Governor and represent the many facets of workforce development - business, labor, public education, higher education, economic development, youth activities, employment and training, as well as the Legislature.

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Services

Enroll Your Kids in Technology Programs

If you want your child to learn more about computers and technology, contact the “Hack the Hood” program. This six-week program teaches low-income youth how to improve search engines, build better websites, and how to get information listed in local internet maps and directories. It also helps youth learn leadership, entrepreneurship, and life skills.

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Get Job Training in Long Beach

If you are in the Long Beach area and need training to find a good job, contact this program. You can get job training, help finding education programs, and support services. The ASPIRE (Access, Systems & Programs for Immigrants) leads this program.

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Get Job Training in Madera/Fresno

If you are in the Madera or Fresno County area and need training to find a good job, contact this program. You can get job training and placement, English classes, and high school classes. Classes are offered through the America’s Job Center of California (AJCC) system. You can also get support services.

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Get Job Training in Orange County

If you are in the Orange County area and need training to find a good job, contact this program. You can get career counseling and support services through the Orange County English Language Learner (ELL) Workforce Navigator Program. ELL Navigators work in the Orange County America’s Job Center of California (AJCC) system where they offer many services to help people get a job.

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Get Job Training in Sacramento

If you are in the Sacramento area and need training to find a good job, contact this program. You can get English classes, job training, and support services. Services are offered at four locations in the area.

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Get Job Training in San Diego

If you are in the San Diego area and need training to find a good job, contact this program. The San Diego English Language Learner (ELL) Workforce Navigator Project connects training providers, adult education partners, and immigrant-serving community organizations. The San Diego Workforce Partnership (SDWP) leads this program.

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Learn About Jobs for Foreign-born Professionals

Many foreign-born California residents became professionals in their home countries and are highly-educated, but are unemployed or underemployed in the United States. Many people can only find work in low-wage jobs because it is difficult to get credit for international degrees and get the required licenses to practice their professions in California. The organization, Upwardly Global, partners with the state to help foreign-born professionals find jobs that use their skills and offer better wages.