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State Plan AR FY26 - Original Submission Page of 58 112 Indicate the Target Population this component will serve. Select all that apply. ABAWDs All Work Reggistrants 10/1/2025-3/31/26 Homeless Returning citizens (aka: ex-offenders) Single parents Students Those that reside in rural areas Underemployed Veterans Describe the criteria for participation. Include the skills, knowledge, or experience necessary for participation in the component. For example, literacy or numeracy levels, recent labor market attachment, computer literacy, etc. Criteria for Participation in Job Search Training Component Participation in the Job Search Training component requires participants to meet certain baseline skills, knowledge, and experience to fully benefit from the program’s job search activities. Providers may apply additional criteria tailored to their services and local labor market demands, ensuring participant success. Essential Skills and Knowledge: Basic Literacy and Numeracy: Participants should have sufficient reading, writing, and math skills necessary to complete job applications, understand job descriptions, and communicate effectively with employers. Providers often assess these skills upon intake and direct participants lacking functional literacy or numeracy to adult basic education or remedial services. Computer Literacy: Basic proficiency with computers and internet navigation is required to engage in online job search platforms, submit electronic applications, and communicate via email. Providers offer technology skill-building supports or digital literacy training when needed. Motivation and Engagement: Participants must demonstrate readiness and commitment to actively participate in job search activities, follow through on individual employment plans, and comply with program expectations. Communication Skills: Providers look for participants with basic interpersonal skills to participate effectively in interview preparation, mock interviews, and employer interactions. Recent Labor Market Attachment: While recent work experience is preferred to facilitate rapid reentry into employment, the component also serves individuals with limited or no recent labor force participation by offering foundational job search skills and support. Provider-Specific Criteria: Providers may set additional prerequisites based on the nature of their job search training activities, such as requiring reliable transportation for in-person sessions or prior certifications for certain job sectors. Assessment during intake ensures services are aligned with participant capabilities and needs.