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Exhibit A ProQram Narrative Target Population: The target population will be predominantly Limited English Proficient (LEP) Spanish speakers who may also be lacking workplace literacy skills and who have been dislocated from the manufacturing industry in Anaheim and Santa Ana. Many of the dislocated workers have had long tenure with companies and had enjoyed salary levels in the $10 to $15 wage range. The recruitment efforts will also target LEP individuals who are classified as adults under WIA. Barriers: The predominant barriers are limited English proficiency, basic skills and workplace literacy skills and advanced manufacturing skills that are preventing the target population, especially the dislocated workers, from realizing the salary levels they had enjoyed with their former companies. Planned Approach: The proposed pilot program will link Vocational English as a Second Language (VESL) with targeted training in areas such as machining, tool and die making, CNC operations and advanced manufacturing. Workplace literacy skills and basic skills preparation will enhance the VESL training and will provide the participants with the ability to understand written and spoken direction. Training providers will be drawn from the approved Eligible Training Providers List (ETPL). The VESL component, if not offered by the training vendor, will be provided through public education institutions such as the community colleges, adult education and literacy program, local high school districts. . Recruitment: The sources for recruitment will include: recently dislocated workers, including those with pending dislocation dates; current enrollees in ESL classes, Employment Development Department workshops, one-stop orientations, local community groups. Enrollment: Participants will be offered core, intensive and training services. They will be screened on the basis of "most in need and who can benefit" from the services. Wagner Peyser funds will be used for core services that may include follow-up services, and intensive services that may include comprehensive assessment and case management. WIA funds will be used for training and supportive services. All participants will receive a comprehensive assessment to determine language proficiency, interest and ability in the occupations selected. Participants selected for the program will be assigned to a case manager and job developer for intensive services. Business Outreach: Prior to program implementation, a needs assessment will be conducted to identify the unmet needs in the local manufacturing industry. This strategy will enable the program to be responsive to the needs of both participant and employers and to continuously improve its structure and curriculum. Follow-up: participants will receive follow-up services for one year and the services may include career planning, non-WIA funded advanced training, financial counseling and job development for career advancement. . . . 1