Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc. 

This program is no longer enrolling new participants.

The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the need for healthcare workers, particularly in rural areas.

Eligibility:

Resident of Chenango, Delaware, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Montgomery, Oneida, Otsego, St. Lawrence, Warren and Washington Counties

Work status – Unemployed, Underemployed
Live and work in rural area

Individuals served will receive online training in a wide range of subject areas resulting in credentials, from micro-credentials to degrees, based on needs, abilities and experience to place trainees in jobs where they can advance along career ladders.

Please Note: We cannot fund or provide services to any male over the age of 18 who has not registered for selective service.

Contact:
Jennifer McGauley, Program Director
Phone: 315-207-6951, Ext 117
Email:

The Rural Healthcare Grant is supported by the United States Department of Labor. A total of $2,500,000.00 (74.75%) of the program is financed with federal funds, and $844,400.00 (25.25%) is funded by non-federal sources.