Sanilac Co. – Megan came to GST Michigan Works! in Sandusky seeking assistance with an associate degree in applied science to pursue a career as a surgical technician. She was determined eligible and was able to receive funding for training through WIOA and MiREACH. In January 2022, she began classes at Delta College. After completing […]
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Shiawasse Co. – Trisha, a single parent, came to GST Michigan Works! Owosso service center via referral to the PATH program during a challenging time in her life. She was facing several barriers to success, including transportation, childcare, and a need for training to obtain full-time employment that would get her on her chosen career […]
Sanilac Co. – Ryan came into the GST Michigan Works! in Sanilac County in November seeking help with his unemployment. While applying for unemployment in the office, we discussed the circumstances of his layoff. Ryan mentioned that his boss could have kept him working if he had a CDL license. He was concerned about the […]
Lapeer Co. – Katelyn has a long work history in manufacturing. While she enjoyed the work, her heart was in helping people. As a working adult, taking time off to attend school felt daunting. Still, after some career setbacks, Katelyn decided to follow her heart. At the time of application, she worked as an unlicensed […]
Carson’s journey towards becoming a certified Heavy Equipment Operator was strongly shaped by his determination and the essential support he received from the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program at GST Michigan Works! His Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates Specialist (JMG), Dominque, recognized Carson’s potential, dreams, and played a crucial role in helping him acquire […]
Day received her associate’s degree from Baker College back in 1986. After that, she spent years doing bookkeeping, administrative work, and accounting. As her youngest child completed college, he had her wear his cap and gown at graduation, standing outside Walsh College. It was then that she decided she would finish her dream. Day enrolled […]
Tabitha initially approached GST Michigan Works! for assistance in advancing her career in 2019. Tabitha worked part-time as a Bus Driver for the local community schools. Motivated to make a change and find full-time employment, Tabitha wanted to work in the medical industry. She sought assistance to earn her Nurse Assistant Certificate, allowing her to […]
Caleb was a Junior at Bad Axe High School and was eligible for our summer youth employment program – Young Professionals, due to his visual impairment. Caleb is considered legally blind but doesn’t let that hold him back. With assistance from Carrie Prill, Transition Specialist at the Huron Area Technical Center, he interviewed for a […]
Upon meeting Katherine, you can tell she has a kind soul. With eight children under the age of 14, Katherine was a stay-at-home mom for many years. She also has been homeschooling her children since the COVID-19 pandemic. However, when Katherine came to GST Michigan Works! her home life needed a change. One day, after […]
Antonio was referred to GST MI Works! in March of 2023 by his son who had recently received WIOA funding for CDL-A Training. Antonio was inspired by how his son had become more confident with a new career and decided it was time to take his own career to the next level. Antonio met with […]