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| The Georgia Department of Labor is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program |
| Services and Frequently Asked Questions |
| BLAIRSVILLE 189 Rogers Street (706) 745-6959 GAINESVILLE 2756 Atlanta Highway Gainesville, GA 30504 (770) 535-5484 HABERSHAM 215 Hodges Street, Suite 205 Cornelia, GA 30531 (706) 776-0811 TOCCOA 112 North Alexander Street Toccoa, GA 30577 (706) 282-4514 |
The Georgia Mountains Workforce Investment Area 2 office currently has the following services available to
participants:
participants:
- Meal stipend when attending school for 3
or more hours a day - Childcare assistance (varies by county)
Q: Do I have to repay any of the funds I receive from WIA?
A: No, WIA is a federal grant program, not a loan. However, receiving funds through fraudulent means would require
repayment and possibly other legal penalties.
Q: Do I need permission to change classes or programs?
A: Yes. Keep in mind that GMWIA only assists with one (1) program of study. Your choice is documented at the time of
intake/application, and in the Enrollment Agreement.
Q: What happens if I need to drop out of school?
A: Customers are required to communicate any and all curriculum changes, or personal situations that may impact
their program completion, with their Case Manager. Concerns of this nature are handled on a case-by-case basis.
GMWIA funding may not be approved in future applications.
Q: Am I allowed to work during my training?
A: Yes, as long as you maintain full-time student status as defined by your training provider, and you do not let work
interfere with your studies and/or grades. Please keep in mind that it is your responsibility to know and understand the
guidelines of the various funding sources that you may be receiving, such as Pell, HOPE, and unemployment
insurance.
Q: How long do I have to complete my training?
A: 104 weeks (2 years) is the maximum allowed time. This time frame includes all remedial, developmental, and/or
provisional courses. Certain medical conditions are the exception and will be handled on an individual needs level.
Q: Does WIA pay for books and supplies?
A: Yes, if applicable, your HOPE book allowance (usually $100 per term or semester) must be used first before
GMWIA Book Vouchers are used. Also, GMWIB has specific policies for required program components or supplies
and a dollar limit is placed on certain items.
Q: Do I have to report WIA funds to the Internal Revenue Service?
A: No, WIA training funds and/or supportive services payments are not taxable and do not need to be shown on your
income tax returns. Please speak with a CPA or tax preparation professional for more detailed information.
A: No, WIA is a federal grant program, not a loan. However, receiving funds through fraudulent means would require
repayment and possibly other legal penalties.
Q: Do I need permission to change classes or programs?
A: Yes. Keep in mind that GMWIA only assists with one (1) program of study. Your choice is documented at the time of
intake/application, and in the Enrollment Agreement.
Q: What happens if I need to drop out of school?
A: Customers are required to communicate any and all curriculum changes, or personal situations that may impact
their program completion, with their Case Manager. Concerns of this nature are handled on a case-by-case basis.
GMWIA funding may not be approved in future applications.
Q: Am I allowed to work during my training?
A: Yes, as long as you maintain full-time student status as defined by your training provider, and you do not let work
interfere with your studies and/or grades. Please keep in mind that it is your responsibility to know and understand the
guidelines of the various funding sources that you may be receiving, such as Pell, HOPE, and unemployment
insurance.
Q: How long do I have to complete my training?
A: 104 weeks (2 years) is the maximum allowed time. This time frame includes all remedial, developmental, and/or
provisional courses. Certain medical conditions are the exception and will be handled on an individual needs level.
Q: Does WIA pay for books and supplies?
A: Yes, if applicable, your HOPE book allowance (usually $100 per term or semester) must be used first before
GMWIA Book Vouchers are used. Also, GMWIB has specific policies for required program components or supplies
and a dollar limit is placed on certain items.
Q: Do I have to report WIA funds to the Internal Revenue Service?
A: No, WIA training funds and/or supportive services payments are not taxable and do not need to be shown on your
income tax returns. Please speak with a CPA or tax preparation professional for more detailed information.
| Training Services |
- Books
- Required supplies
