Catalog 2014-2015

Economic Development Services

The mission of the Office of Economic Development Services is regional workforce and economic development. Economic Development Services offers education and training opportunities enabling participants to develop necessary skills for furthering their career goals. Through business and industry support programs, Economic Development Services aids in the creation and retention of jobs by supporting existing companies, employees, entrepreneurs, and new companies growing in the area. Economic Development Services programs also assist employers in attracting potential employees with the basic skills needed to be productive, successful workers for their companies. Programs and services are available in each service area county: Clarke, Elbert Greene, Hart, Madison, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Taliaferro, Walton, and Wilkes.