WIOA Missouri: Job Centers and the MoSCORES List

The short answer

In Missouri, you apply for WIOA through Missouri Job Centers, the state's American Job Centers. The program is run by the Missouri Office of Workforce Development (Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development). WIOA can only pay for programs on the Missouri eligible training provider list, and your local center decides what it funds.

Who runs WIOA in Missouri

In Missouri, WIOA services are delivered at Missouri Job Centers, and the Office of Workforce Development at the Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development runs the program. MoSCORES is the online search for approved training providers.

Missouri WIOA links

Find a job centerMissouri Job Center locations
Approved training list (ETPL)Missouri Eligible Training Provider List (MoSCORES)
State agencyMissouri Office of Workforce Development (Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development)
Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development
CareerOneStop job center finder for Missouri
CareerOneStop WIOA training finder for Missouri

What is specific to Missouri

MoSCORES lists education and training providers with programs approved for WIOA or other funding. Being listed does not guarantee referrals or WIOA funds.
Local workforce boards make the final call on which programs fit in-demand jobs in their region.
Missouri has reciprocal agreements with Idaho, Montana, Washington and South Dakota, so programs on those states' lists are generally approved for Missouri participants.

How to apply for WIOA in Missouri

Find your local center
Find your nearest Missouri Job Center and ask for a WIOA representative.
Register and get assessed
You register, often in jobs.mo.gov, then meet a career planner for an assessment of your skills, goals and situation.
Prove eligibility
Bring ID, proof you can work in the U.S., and proof of income, public assistance or layoff. Men in the required age group need Selective Service registration.
Pick an approved program
Choose a program on the Missouri eligible training provider list that leads to a job in demand in your area.
Start training
If you are approved and funds are available, the center sets up payment to the school, often through an Individual Training Account.

Training WIOA can pay for in Missouri

WIOA pays for programs on the Missouri list that lead to jobs in demand where you live. These are the training types people ask about most; each guide explains the rules.

CDL and truckingClass A and B truck driving at schools on the federal Training Provider Registry.CNA and healthcareNursing assistant, medical assistant, phlebotomy and other short healthcare programs.IT and cybersecurityHelp desk, networking and security certificates tied to local jobs.WeldingWelding certificates for manufacturing, construction and repair work.HVACHeating and cooling programs, including EPA Section 608 preparation.Skilled tradesElectrical, plumbing, carpentry and pre-apprenticeship programs.

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Get matched with approved training near you

Tell us what you want to train for in Missouri. We pass your request to training providers near you, who may contact you about their programs. Before you enroll anywhere, check that the program is on your state's approved list and talk to your local job center about WIOA funding.

Nearby states

Live near a state line, or moving? WIOA usually runs through the job center where you live, but these guides cover the neighbors of Missouri.

First time hearing of WIOA? Read what WIOA is, check who qualifies, and see what it pays for.

Common questions

What is MoSCORES?

MoSCORES is Missouri's online search of training providers with programs approved for WIOA or other funding. Your Missouri Job Center decides whether a program fits your plan.

Can I use Missouri WIOA funds in another state?

Possibly. Missouri has reciprocal agreements with Idaho, Montana, Washington and South Dakota. Ask your job center before you enroll.

How much will WIOA pay for training in Missouri?

It depends on your local workforce board. Federal rules let state and local boards cap the amount and length of training accounts, so the limit can differ within Missouri. Your career planner can tell you the local cap.

Can I apply for WIOA in Missouri through a school or this site?

No. Schools can tell you whether a program is approved, and our form can connect you with training providers, but only Missouri Job Centers can enroll you in WIOA and approve funding.

Last reviewed October 13, 2026. WIOA details are set by states and local workforce boards and can change; confirm with your local American Job Center before you enroll anywhere.

WIOA program in Missouri