WIOA WIOA Youth Programs 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the age range for youth eligible to be served under WIOA Title I Youth programs?
- 14 to 21 years old
- 14 to 24 years old (Correct answer)
- 16 to 24 years old
- 18 to 24 years old
Correct answer: 14 to 24 years old
WIOA Title I Youth programs serve individuals ages 14 to 24, encompassing both in-school and out-of-school youth.
Question 2: What minimum percentage of WIOA Title I Youth formula funds must be spent on out-of-school youth (OSY)?
- 50%
- 60%
- 75% (Correct answer)
- 80%
Correct answer: 75%
WIOA requires that at least 75% of Title I Youth funds be spent on out-of-school youth to prioritize those most disconnected from education and employment.
Question 3: What minimum percentage of WIOA Title I Youth funds must be used for work-based learning activities?
- 10%
- 15%
- 20% (Correct answer)
- 25%
Correct answer: 20%
WIOA mandates that local areas spend at least 20% of Title I Youth funds on work-based learning activities such as internships, apprenticeships, and transitional jobs.
Question 4: How many required program elements must be made available in WIOA Youth programs?
- 10
- 12
- 14 (Correct answer)
- 16
Correct answer: 14
WIOA specifies 14 required program elements that local areas must make available to eligible youth participants.
Question 5: What is the eligible age range for out-of-school youth (OSY) under WIOA?
- 14 to 21 years old
- 14 to 24 years old
- 16 to 24 years old (Correct answer)
- 18 to 24 years old
Correct answer: 16 to 24 years old
Out-of-school youth under WIOA must be between the ages of 16 and 24 and not attending any secondary or postsecondary school.
Question 6: How long must follow-up services be provided to youth program participants after they exit a WIOA program?
- 6 months
- 9 months
- 12 months (Correct answer)
- 18 months
Correct answer: 12 months
WIOA requires that follow-up services be provided to youth participants for a minimum of 12 months after they exit the program.
Question 7: What individualized planning document is developed for each WIOA youth participant to outline their goals and service plan?
- Individual Employment Plan (IEP)
- Individual Service Strategy (ISS) (Correct answer)
- Individual Training Account (ITA)
- Personal Responsibility Plan (PRP)
Correct answer: Individual Service Strategy (ISS)
An Individual Service Strategy (ISS) is developed for each WIOA youth participant to identify their education and career goals and the services needed to achieve them.
What is the age range for youth eligible to be served under WIOA Title I Youth programs?