Most programs offered through the AJC do require citizenship; however, there are exceptions. For example, all workshops offered through the state Dept. of Labor do not require proof of citizenship.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes. You must be a resident of one of the following towns:
Barkhamsted, Bethlehem, Bethel, Bridgewater, Brookfield, Canaan, Cheshire, Colebrook, Cornwall, Danbury, Goshen, Hartland, Harwinton, Kent, Litchfield, Middlebury, Morris, Newtown, New Fairfield, New Milford, New Hartford, Naugatuck, Norfolk, North Canaan, Prospect, Redding, Ridgefield, Roxbury, Salisbury, Sharon, Sherman, Southbury, Thomaston, Torrington, Warren, Washington, Waterbury, Watertown, Winchester (Winsted), Wolcott, and Woodbury.
No.
Yes, the programs are free of charge to you, but there is a maximum tuition cost subsidy? of $4,000*. No, you will not have to pay back any of that amount. However, if the tuition is over $4,000* you will be responsible for the difference in cost.
*certain trainings have been approved for a higher maximum cost due to industry demand. This can be further discussed with a career navigator once one is assigned to you.
No. You can be what is considered underemployed which is defined as a person not having enough paid work or not doing work that makes full use of their skills and abilities, or out-of-work defined as an unemployed individual.
https://www1.ctdol.state.ct.us/lmi/careerpaths.asp
(please note: these are average wages of all employees - not entry level averages nor median wages)
This varies by program. Here is a list of programs and their age requirements:
- Youth Programs (minimum age 14)
- Most other program require a minimum age of 18 to qualify
No.
No.
Yes, for some of the programs. Program eligibility requirements can be found on their corresponding page on this website.
For participants in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act WIOA and Jobs First Employment Services JFES programs:
Click here to view Approved Programs
For other programs, see the program page on this website or contact the program staff.
This varies by program. The minimal documents you will need to enroll in any one of our programs are:
- Birth Certificate
- Social Security Card
- Valid State Identification or Driver’s License
Depending upon the program, you may also be required to present
- Proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns)
- Selective Service registration
- Copy of high school or college transcript
Yes.
No.
The staff will make every effort to assist you in obtaining employment. We significantly improve your chances for getting hired, but we cannot guarantee employment.
The job center improves your chances by providing:
- Referrals to our employer partners and other job leads
- Job training that improves your skills and results in valuable credentials.
- Referrals to other agencies for appropriate support and resources.
- Support services such as bus passes, gas cards, and childcare funds.
- Help with improving your resume, job search skills, job application skills, and interviewing skills.
No.
The NRWIB is a partner agency with the Connecticut Department of Labor. The two work closely to provide services to the public; however, NRWIB staff are not employed by the State of Connecticut. NRWIB serves a separate and distinct function.
Career Resources, Inc. (CRI) is a vendor contracted and funded by the NRWIB to provide career services.
The NRWIB is a part of the American Job Center – also called the “One Stop” - which consists of three agencies: NRWIB, CT Department of Labor and CRI.