Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)

Workforce Integration for Protective Security Specialists

The Adult and Dislocated Worker Program is a federal initiative designed to facilitate high-quality vocational rehabilitation for individuals seeking a resilient career path.

Note that this program is only available for Comprehensive Security Program.

Program Objectives The primary goal of WIOA is to provide career training for veterans and civilians that results in long-term financial stability. Success is measured by:

• Entry into unsubsidized employment within the high-end security sector.
• Mastery of protective services protocols required by top-tier employers.
• Increased professional retention for those transitioning out of the military or shifting from a different industry.

Levels of Service

Services are coordinated through One-Stop Career Centers and are broken down into three specific tiers:

1. Core Services: Outreach, job search assistance, and labor market statistics.
2. Intensive Services: Comprehensive assessments and the development of individual employment plans for those seeking professional protection roles.
3. Training Services: This stage connects candidates to qualified providers. Participants use an Individual Training Account (ITA) to enroll in our professional security programs to secure the credentials necessary for the private sector.

Supportive and Rapid Response Services WIOA also offers “supportive” assistance, which can cover essential costs like transportation or housing. For individuals affected by mass layoffs or company closings, Rapid Response services are available to help you pivot into a high-demand role as an estate security specialist or a dignitary protection agent.

Target Population & Eligibility

• All adults 18 years and older are eligible for core services.
• Dislocated workers seeking specialized retraining.
• Employed adults looking to gain the skills necessary for self-sufficiency in the private sector.