Every student at Elevate Up Academy came from somewhere different — a factory, a restaurant, a layoff. What they had in common was the drive to build something better, and WIOA made it possible.
“I didn’t think tech was for someone like me. WIOA covered everything and now I’m working in cybersecurity. It changed my whole life.”
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) is a federal initiative jointly run by the U.S. Department of Labor and U.S. Department of Education. Its mission: remove the financial barriers that keep qualified people out of career training.
In plain terms — if you meet the eligibility criteria, the government covers your tuition. You focus on learning. They cover the bill.
✅ Elevate Up Academy is an officially approved ETPL provider in Texas — our programs are pre-qualified to accept WIOA funding through Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and local American Job Centers.
You may qualify if you meet one or more of the criteria below. Many people are surprised to find out they’re eligible.
Must be at least 18 to apply for WIOA adult or dislocated worker funding.
Must be authorized to work and reside in the United States.
A diploma or equivalent credential is required to enroll.
Currently enrolled in SNAP, TANF, SSI/SSDI, Medicaid, or similar programs.
Recently terminated, received a layoff notice, or employer announced closure within 180 days.
Lost primary income due to divorce, separation, or death of a spouse.
Used up unemployment insurance and still seeking stable career-level work.
Farmers, ranchers, freelancers, or small business owners out of work due to hardship.
Working but not earning enough, or in a job well below your skill level.
From first contact to first class — exactly what the process looks like, step by step.
Find your nearest Texas Workforce Solutions office. An advisor walks you through intake and determines which funding category applies to you.
A brief career and skills assessment at the AJC. Bring ID, proof of residency, and relevant docs — layoff notice, benefit statements, etc.
Tell your case manager you want to enroll at EUA. We’re on the Texas ETPL — they verify our programs and initiate your Individual Training Account (ITA).
Once your ITA is in motion, reach out to us. We’ll guide you through program selection and align everything before your start date.
Once funding is confirmed, you’re in. Coursework is entirely online, on your schedule — no commute, no classroom required.
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Everything you need to know before taking the next step.
Yes. EUA is an approved provider on the Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL) maintained by Texas Workforce Commission. Our programs are authorized to accept WIOA ITA funding — your AJC case manager can verify this directly.
Absolutely. Reach out to our enrollment team at any point. The actual WIOA funding approval comes from your AJC — start that process early and we’ll coordinate with your case manager once funding is initiated.
If there’s a gap, our enrollment advisors will work with you to explore additional options. Our goal is to make sure cost is never the reason someone doesn’t pursue their career.
Not necessarily. WIOA also covers low-income workers, underemployed individuals, and those on public assistance. If you’re working but struggling financially, you may still qualify.
Timeline varies by AJC caseload. Some students are approved in a few weeks; others take a bit longer. Starting early gives you the best shot at a fast turnaround.
Yes — every course and resource is delivered online. Whether you’re in Houston, Lubbock, El Paso, or anywhere in Texas, full access with no classroom required.
Talk to one of our enrollment advisors today. We’ll walk you through the WIOA process from start to finish.
