Education & Training : Career Information

Information on local jobs, jobs throughout the state of Washington, resume reviews, workshops how to best market yourself to employers, labor market information, and more!

305 South Pacific Ave., Ste. 101, Kelso, WA

(360) 577-2250

Hours: Monday-Friday (9:00am-5:00pm)

Education & Training : Training Opportunities

AmeriCorps

https://americorps.gov/serve

Serve and earn a monthly stipend, work

experience, and an education award

at the end!

Apprenticeships

See tab labeled "Apprenticeships"

Lower Columbia CAP

https://lowercolumbiacap.org

1526 Commerce Ave., Longview WA

(360) 425-3430

Hours: Mon-Thurs (8:00 AM-5:30 PM

Closed Fridays

WIOA Title 1- Administered through Career Team @ WorkSource

https://www.worksourcewa.com

Offers paid internships, OJTs, and possible financial assistance for short term training programs.

305 South Pacific Ave., Ste. 101, Kelso, WA

(360) 577-2250

Hours: Monday-Friday (9:00am-5:00pm)

Thrive (Equus Works @ WorkSource)

305 S. Pacific Ave, Suite 101, Kelso WA 98626

(360) 577-2250

The Thrive program serves Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties, allowing eligible job seeks to access free training and support services.

Examples:

Gas vouchers, Career advice, Clothing, Tools for work, etc.

Must meet eligibility requirements, fall below Federal Poverty Level - 200%. Males under 26 years of age must be registered for Selective Service.

Email: kristine.williams@esd.wa.gov

Education & Training : Unemployment Benefits

Commissioner Approved Training (CAT)

https://esd.wa.gov/jobs-and-training/commissioner-approved-training

Allows claimants to go to school without having to look for work while receiving unemployment benefits.

Self-Employment Assistance Program (SEAP)

https://esd.wa.gov/Search?q=SEAP&Search=

Allows claimants to enroll in approved self-employment training while continuing to receive their unemployment benefits. For more information, call (877) 600-7701 or email them at

seap@esd.wa.gov.