Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council Inc

Welfare-to-work (w-t-w) programs are designed for individuals who receive public assistance. Programs include: minnesota family investment program (mfip), diversionary work program (dwp), and supplemental nutrition assistance program (snap).

State dislocated worker program (state dlw) is designed to provide direct training and employment services to dislocated workers eligible under program guidelines.

Other program services: additional projects offer opportunities for unemployed, under-employed, and/or low wage and underprepared adults to prepare for and enter a career pathway that leads to long-term, stable employment in demand occupations in the region. They help workers with academic gaps to move into the educational arena, develop study skills, and increase their academic potential. Most of the projects offer career navigator support and supportive services as needed to help the participants succeed in their training.