Employment discrimination generally exists where an employer treats an applicant or employee less favorably merely because of a person’s protected class. Employment discrimination also applies to work situations such as hiring, firing, promotions, harassment, training, wages, and benefits.
The Jobs & Education for Texans (JET) program provides grants to buy and install equipment for career and technical education (CTE) courses. These courses must lead to a license, certificate or post-secondary degree in a high-demand occupation. The JET Advisory Board meets every quarter to review received applications.
The Purchasing from People with Disabilities program helps disabled people work and be more independent. People with different disabilities make things or do services through Works Wonders. Before, it was managed by a group, but now TWC oversees it.
Find resources on the Texas Workforce Commission’s Apprenticeship Texas: A Powerful Competitive Edge initiative.
Find resources for jobseekers about the Texas Workforce Commission’s Registered Apprenticeship Training Program and apprenticeship opportunities.
Find information about the system which collects student-level performance data to determine post-program outcomes for training participants in two TWC programs.
TWC uses evidence-based grant making. This means looking at data to see what works best for a given program. This approach links grant funds to outcomes and supports effective programs.
Find information on how to appeal a notice of adverse action regarding procurement and contract management requirements.
TWC provides resources to help parents find child care.
Explore Texas Workforce Commission's commitment to quality service, diverse interactions, and timely response to concerns and complaints for a superior customer experience.