Trades Union Partners

 WIOA is landmark legislation that is designed to strengthen and improve our nation's public workforce system and help get Americans, including youth and those with significant barriers to employment, into high-quality jobs and careers and help employers hire and retain skilled workers. 

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) was signed into law on July 22, 2014. WIOA is designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with the skilled workers they need to compete in the global economy. Congress passed the Act with a wide bipartisan majority; it is the first legislative reform of the public workforce system since 1998. 

ABCAP (Adams Brown Community Action Partnership) is non-profit social service agency and an IRS designated 501(c)(3). Established in 1965, we are dedicated to increasing self-sufficiency of individuals and families in Adams & Brown Counties through education and supportive services. As an “umbrella” social service agency, we provide diverse services to low and moderate income residents of Adams and Brown Counties, Ohio.

Participants who have been accepted can reach out directly to Adams/Brown County for funding assistance for the Foundations for the Trades Pre-Apprenticeship Program. When calling, let them know you are calling about WIOA funding assistance.

19211 State Route 136

Winchester, OH 45697

Phone: 800-233-7891

"It is our mission to end poverty by empowering and improving people’s lives while building strong communities. "

Participants who have been accepted can reach out directly to Pike CAC for funding assistance for the Foundations for the Trades Pre-Apprenticeship Program. When calling, let them know you are calling about WIOA funding assistance.

941 Market Street

Piketon, OH 45661

Phone: 740-289-2371

Ask to speak with Patricia Barnette or Andy Rice

Community Action of Scioto County can help you achieve you goals. Contact the today to find out more

Participants who have been accepted can reach out directly to Scioto County CAO for funding assistance for the Foundations for the Trades Pre-Apprenticeship Program. When calling, let them know you are calling about WIOA funding assistance.

  433 3rd Street

 Portsmouth, OH 45662 

Phone: 740-354-7545

Aspire provides adults the opportunity to learn the academic skills necessary to accomplish their education & career related goals. Aspire is under the guidance and leadership of the Ohio Department of Higher Education. 

All classes & program services offered under the Aspire program are free. 

Aspire offers classes to adults who want to…

Prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam (GED).

Prepare for the Adult Diploma Program.

Prepare for the WorkKeys Test.

Prepare for post-secondary courses and/or admissions testing.

Prepare for pre-employment testing.

Prepare for college or career. 

175 Beaver Creek Road

Piketon, OH 45662 

Phone: (740) 289-2282 or 740-289-4172

The South Central Ohio Educational Service Center (SCOESC) strives to develop, deliver and implement exemplary services reflective of our commitment to meeting diverse district concerns. We seek to promote excellence in education both as an individual organization and in partnership with area agencies.

The SCOESC proudly serves our member districts in Adams, Jackson, and Scioto counties. In addition, we provide regional services in Lawrence, Pike, Ross and surrounding counties. 

Aspire offers classes to adults who want to…

Prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam (GED).

Prepare for the Adult Diploma Program.

Prepare for the WorkKeys Test.

Prepare for post-secondary courses and/or admissions testing.

Prepare for pre-employment testing.

Prepare for college or career. 

 522 Glenwood Avenue,
New Boston, Ohio 45662
740-354-7761 

NSCC Mission Statement

"To serve by providing access to excellent and affordable education, training, and services that will improve the lives of individuals and strengthen communities."

Our participants will be enrolled with Northwest State Community College and receive college credits for the classes they complete 

22600 State Route 34

Archbold, OH 43502

 Phone: 419.267.5511  

At Couragements, we understand the unique challenges and ambitions driving a new workforce. Tomorrow’s workers aren’t just looking for a job; they’re seeking a path to make their mark, crave meaningful work, and demand personal fulfillment from their career. For some, past challenges have sidelined or handicapped them from the workplace and they may need a boost. That’s why we’ve crafted an innovative solution tailored specifically for the ambitious next generation of workers ready to conquer the workspace with resilience and courage.  

Toro Loco is one of our local Mexican restaurants here is Portsmouth, OH. 

Mario and his staff are some of the best around, from ordering catering, to helping out with community events, Toro Loco has been great for our community and our program!

You can dine in, or order online for take out!

Visit them at their location and let them know you heard about them from the ETA

 701 Washington Street 

Portsmouth, OH 45662

Phone: 740-354-0407

The Counseling Center has been an active part of the Foundations for the Trades Pre-Apprenticeship. We have several successful stories of overcoming addictions and being successful in apprenticeship. 

From the Counseling Center:

"The Counseling Center (TCC) is the most comprehensive recovery services provider in the southern Ohio region and one of the most comprehensive in the state, featuring everything from crisis response to withdrawal management, to partial hospitalization and transitional client care, to long term case management/individual counseling. This strong recovery service line, in conjunction with our unparalleled Success Center, create the most effective plan for individuals to get clean and stay clean." 

The GRIT Project (Growing Rural Independence Together) is an innovative and compelling initiative designed to forge a robust, high-demand workforce while fueling vibrant economic growth.

By uniting an impressive coalition of partners—including OhioMeansJobs (OMJ), common pleas and drug courts, K-12 schools, community colleges and universities, economic development giants like JobsOhio/APEG, the Ohio Department of Jobs & Family Services (ODJFS), drug treatment providers, businesses, and a host of not-for-profits—the project creates a powerhouse of resources and support. Through harnessing local, state, and federal funding, GRIT is proving that when organizations join forces, extraordinary achievements are not just possible but inevitable.

Originally targeting the five Ohio counties of Adams, Brown, Highland, Pike, and Scioto, the GRIT Project has now ambitiously expanded its reach to all Appalachian and certain neighboring Ohio counties. This expansion signals a growing commitment to fostering economic sovereignty across the region.

The heart of the GRIT Project lies in its commitment to empowering both students and adults on the path to financial independence through meaningful employment. With personalized career assessments and one-on-one coaching from dedicated career specialists, participants receive tailored guidance. Whether it’s pursuing additional work skills training or stepping directly into a new job—be it in-person or remote—the project ensures a clear, achievable path is laid out.

Understanding that internet access can be a barrier, GRIT is actively overcoming this by establishing local job centers equipped with high-speed internet to open up the world of remote work for the region. This relentless dedication to bridging digital divides underscores the project’s far-reaching vision.