Frequently Asked Questions
What is the process timeline for eligibility?
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This depends on you. The faster you return the requested documents to the Equus representative the faster you will move through the eligibility process.
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Once you are determined to be eligible, you will be enrolled and can start receiving services.
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This is a two-step process
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Once you are determined to be eligible, a career coach will work with you to determine if you are suitable for participation in WIOA
What is my commitment to participating in the WIOA program?
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Your success in the WIOA program depends on how much you are willing to put into it.
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Your commitment begins when you start the eligibility process. Returning requested documents is important.
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Once you are enrolled and assigned to work with a career coach, you can expect to start working towards goals and meeting on a regular basis with your career coach.
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An Equus representative will continue following up with you for one year after you complete your training to determine if you need additional services.
What kind of training is available?
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WIOA is a work-based program that provides opportunities to gain certifications.
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WIOA is not a college scholarship program. WIOA is not an entitlement program.
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Some of the training programs available are certified nursing assistant, commercial driver’s license training, and help with trade apprenticeships.
How do I know if I am eligible?
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You must be 18 years of age or older,
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eligible to work in the United States,
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be an Idaho resident, and
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have complied with Selective Service requirements.
What initial documents do i need to provide for eligibility?
For General Eligibility, there are 4 initial criteria that a Career Coach will need to prove in your first appointment with them:
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That you are 18 Years or older.​
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That you are authorized to work in the U.S.
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That you have complied with Selective Service Registration requirements.
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That you are an Idaho Resident.
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Below are a list of acceptable documents that may be used to prove each of the above criteria:
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Proof of Age 18+:
Please have one of the following documents to prove age.
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Valid Driver’s License
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Valid Identification Card
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U.S. Passport
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Birth Certificate
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DD-214 (with discharge other than dishonorable)
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School Records/School ID Card
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Alien Registration Card
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Valid Work Permit
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Tribal Records
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U.S. Work Authorization:
Please have one of the following documents to prove U.S. Work Authorization.
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Driver’s License/ID Card and Social Security Card together
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U.S. Passport
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Permanent Resident Card
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Alien Registration Receipt Card
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School ID and Social Security Card together
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School ID and Birth Certificate together
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Military/Dependent ID Card and Social Security Card together
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Military/Dependent ID Card and Birth Certificate together
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For a Full list of acceptable documents to prove U.S. Work Authorization, please look at PAGE 3 of the Federal I-9 by clicking below.
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Selective Service Registration:
Please have one of the following documents to prove compliance with the Selective Service Registration requirements.​
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Online Verification Printout (sss.gov/verify)
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SSS Registration Card
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DD-214 (with discharge other than dishonorable)
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State of Idaho Residency:
Please have one of the following documents to prove Idaho Residency.
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Idaho Driver’s License
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Current Utility Bill
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Idaho State/Gov’t ID
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Current Lease Agreement
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School Records
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Recent Postmarked Mail (addressed to applicant)
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Public Assistance Records
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Statement/Printout from Gov’t Agency
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Landlord Statement
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Current Insurance Policy
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Hunting/Fishing License
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Library Card
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Property Tax Record
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Selective Service System Registration Card
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