The purpose of the law is to: .cd-main-content p, blockquote {margin-bottom:1em;} Local Workforce Innovation Boards identified themasprogramsthat are qualified forWIOA-funded training. Contact wioa@harpercollege.edu or 847.925.6782 with any questions. WIA Bridge Training Program Locations; WIA Bridge Training Program Locations. As the state's federally-designated workforce agency, the Department of Workforce Development is tasked with implementation of the law. It's a program that offers free money for qualifying students (no matter your age) to help with tuition, fees, books, etc. If you do not complete these steps by the submission deadline, you are unlikely to be allowed to submit an application.