| Workforce Readiness and Literacy Programs |
| The Workforce Readiness and Literacy Programs Unit at the Department of Labor and Workforce Development coordinates the WIA, Title II grant program, the operation of the Workforce Learning Links, One-Stop Career Center literacy programs, New Jersey Youth Corps and other adult education and youth initiatives. More
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| Workforce Investment Act (WIA), Title II Resources |
| The U.S. Department of Education provides New Jersey funding for Adult Basic, ESL and Civics programs through the Workforce Investment Act, Title II grant program. These funds are then competitively awarded to literacy provider agencies throughout the state. Our most recent Notice of Grant Opportunity, Administrative Directives and links to our federal partners can be found at this site. More
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| The School Approval unit of the NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development works in conjunction with the NJ Department of Education to evaluate and approve private vocational schools that wish to operate within New Jersey's workforce readiness system. The School Approval unit is also responsible for the evaluation and approval of Training Providers (formerly called Chapter 531 providers). More
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| We want our adult education professionals to be well-trained and motivated. Our professional development coordinator is working non-stop to provide training events that meet your needs. More
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| New Jersey Consumer Report Card (NJCRC) |
| NJ Consumer Report Card (CRC) offers a list of training providers, descriptions of their programs and performance data based on student enrollment and exit information. More
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| Professional Organizations and Instructional Resources |
| There are professional organizations devoted to improving instruction for adult students. Click here for a list of some of the major organizations that offer value for New Jersey's adult education community.
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There are a number of websites for instructors and students to use in and out of the classroom. These resources are free and can be accessed from any computer with Internet access. Students can access online resources and practice tests to help increase their basic literacy skills and work toward getting their GED. Teachers will find instructional strategies and a bank of lesson plans.
Pre-GED/ABE resources.
GED resources. |
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