There are many programs available to job seekers who meet the program's eligibility requirements. Each program has different eligibility requirements. Please review this list to see if you qualify for any of the programs.

The Dislocated Worker Program is for people who have been laid off through no fault of their own, such as, a permanent plant closing or substantial layoff.

The Displaced Homemaker program is for people:

• who were providing unpaid services to family members in the home, and
• who have been dependent upon the income of another family member, but
• are no longer supported by that income.

The Adult Program is for employed or unemployed people who need help to obtain or keep employment that allows for self-sufficiency and increased income.  Low-income adults are given priority when funding is limited.

If eligible for any of the above programs, you may receive assessments; individualized, interactive computer-based training; and practice drills to build your basic skills in areas such as reading and math.

Self-paced academic and computer skills training help you get your GED; enter a training program; or find a job and compete in today's labor market. Eligible customers may also receive vocational or occupational training to help obtain successful, long-term employment in a growing career field.

If funding permits, eligible customers may receive vocational/occupational training or re-training.

Military Grant Program for military spouses who have lost their job (while stationed at their previous duty assignment) due to the transfer of the military member to a base or post in the Pikes Peak Region. Spouses must be unemployed or underemployed since arriving in the local area. The program also includes Department of Defense (DOD) civilian personnel who have been laid off due to a reduction in force, and displaced homemakers, who were providing unpaid services to family members in the home and who have been dependent on the income of a military family member, but are no longer supported by that income.

Program benefits include career counseling and comprehensive assessments, GED preparation, English as a Second Language, computer classes, and access to a series of job readiness workshops that will increase your employability. In many instances, participants may also receive vocational and occupational skills training in highly marketable occupations at little or no cost. For more information, please contact the following:

Fort Carson, Army Community Service, Josh Gannaway, 526-0452

USAFA, Family Support Center, Jeanne Lopez, 333-3444

Peterson AFB, Family Support Center, Dyanne Brown, 556-9267

Schriever AFB, Family Support Center, Nancy Seckman, 567-7341

The Trade Adjustment Act is for workers who lost their jobs as a result of foreign competition , meaning that the position went overseas. To be eligible, you must have been:

• Employed by a manufacturer; and
• Involved in the manufacture of a physical product.

If you think you may be eligible for this program, please contact Paul Sharp at 667-3761 , email at sharp.p@ppwfc.org .

Veterans' Programs - Veterans employment specialists help eligible Veterans, who need intensive services, maximize their employment opportunities through career assessment, vocational guidance, and job development.  In addition, eligible Veterans may receive transition assistance including workshops, coaching, and valuable labor market information - all while protecting your employment rights and meeting labor market demands.

After your initial orientation or online orientation and registration, if additional employment assistance is needed, Veterans may ask to meet with a Career Advisor.  Career Advisors are highly skilled and trained professionals who will help you with your employment search.  However, if the Career Advisor determines that you may require additional one-on-one intensive services, they will direct you to a Veterans employment representative. To schedule an appointment, call (719) 667-3700.

If you are a service-connected Disabled Veteran , you can make an appointment with your local Veterans employment representative immediately after your initial orientation, online registration, or registration and assessment by a Career Advisor.  For an appointment with your local Veteran employment representative, call (719) 667-3700 and ask to speak to the Vet of the Day.

To receive the Veterans newsletter, an electronic, email publication, click here .

To register for services, please phone 667-3700, and schedule an appointment for Orientation to the Workforce Center .