Workforce and Education Readiness Continuum (WERC)
WERC is a City of Austin-funded network of 11 strategic partners linked to help prepare Austin-area residents to enter or reenter today's competitive job market. Designed to seamlessly provide services ranging from GED and ESL through job-readiness and college-level training, WERC connects 38 provider locations to create "no wrong door" for workforce and education services. As clients progress along the continuum, they're equipped with the tools and support they need to achieve self-sufficiency
Goodwill WERC assists with job readiness, tuition assistance, and career assessments in order to help you find a job!!
- Foundation Communities
- Goodwill Industries of Central Texas
- Literacy Coalition of Central Texas
- Manos de Cristo
- Workforce Solutions Capital Area
- Any Baby Can
- The Austin Academy
- Austin Area Urban League
- Austin Community College
- American YouthWorks
- El Buen Samaritano
What can Goodwill WERC do for me?
- Pre-employment training in computer, applications skills, resume, and interviewing skills
- Job search assistance including job leads
- Supportive services, including vouchers for work clothing, tools, and transportation
- Training and certification in industry trades:
- CNA
- Admin Assistant
- HVAC
- CDL
- PC Technician
- Plus more
Who is eligible?
- 18 years or older
- Resident of Travis County
- Proof of Income
- Eligible for employment
- Be available and willing to attend training
Click here for WERC application.
*WERC is sponsored by the City of Austin and Workforce Solutions Capital Area; the information presented does not officially represent the opinion or policy position of the City. WERC is an equal opportunity program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to persons with disabilities. Relay TX: (800) 735-2989 (TDD) / 711 (Voice)
PHONE: 512.637.7100 · FAX: 512.637.7400 · TOLL FREE: 877.464.4660 · RELAY TEXAS: 711 OR 800.735.2989
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