"We need a workforce development system that links workforce development and education together and aligns to the economic needs of the state, its region and local communities." 
                                                Governor Sonny Perdue
                                                Feb. 20, 2006

Whitfield County achieves its goal of becoming a Certified Work Ready Community by taking the Work Ready Assessment.  Complete the registration form and call to make your appointment to take the Work Ready Assessment.  

Work Ready Assessment Registration Form
Class Schedule (dates, times, locations, phone number)
Georgia Work Ready Rack Card

For those who would like to access sample questions that may be on the assessment, click here.

Download the power point for information about the Work Ready program and the goals for Whitfield County.

Work Ready Power Point
Job Seekers Information
Unemployment Incentive

Employers are encouraged to participate in the Georgia Work Ready Initiative and sign the Business Commitment Form
Work Ready Business Commitment Form and Procedures

The following businesses are supporting the Work Ready Initiative and have given us permission to list their name on the Chambers' website:
City of Dalton
Dalton Public Schools
Dalton Utilities
Dalton-Whitfield Chamber of Commerce
Georgia Power Company
Shaw Industries Group, Inc.
Visher Ink Publishing
Whitfield County