SPOKES

SPOKES is a year-round adult education program consisting of work-based academics and job preparation skills through contract between the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) Office of Adult Education and Workforce Department, in collaboration with the West Virginia Department of Human Services.  

This program provides classes with daily activities that address academic skills and "soft skills" necessary for adults to pursue and retain gainful employment.  

DoHS and WV Works customers are referred to the program and receive services beginning on "any given Monday”.  SPOKES learning activities include assessment, job readiness, work process skills, computer skills, workplace academics, and intensive job search.  SPOKES students may also pursue vocational training in the areas of customer service and computer skills certifications.

Currently, EPIC has year-round SPOKES classes located in Berkeley, Hampshire, Jefferson, Hardy and Mineral counties.  EPIC collaborates with the Family Support Centers in Morgan, Grant and Pendleton counties to offer classes remotely.