Welfare-to-Work Core Academy

Advancing Employment Services for Stronger Communities

This intensive, weeklong boot camp is designed for employment services professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge, sharpen their skills and expand their toolkit. Participants will gain practical strategies, learn best practices and access up-to-date resources to serve families better and foster collaborative partnerships with agencies, programs and stakeholders—ultimately driving stronger outcomes.

All training content is grounded in the most current State ACLs, ACINs, and MPPs, and reflects the core principles of the CW 2.0 philosophy throughout the case management lifecycle.

Core Academy Modules

Module 1: Foundations and Program Overview

Explore the goals of the Welfare-to-Work (WTW) program, the guiding principles of CalWORKs 2.0, and an introduction to CalSAWS fundamentals.

Topics Include:

  • Program Overview
  • History of WTW
  • Current Program Goals
  • Ethical Practices
  • Time Clocks 
  • Participation Requirements
  • CalWORKs 2.0 Framework
  • CalSAWS Fundamentals
  • Adult Capabilities
  • Goal Planning and Development
  • Intentional Services Selection
  • Tools to Manage Resistance
  • Practical Exercise
  • CalSAWS Navigation Process

Module 2: Assessment and Engagement

Learn effective strategies for conducting meaningful assessments and fostering client engagement from the start.

Topics Include:

  • WTW Orientation Process
  • Appraisal Process
  • Special Programs
  • CalSAWS Activity Management
  • Supportive Services Documentation
  • WTW Plans
  • Skills Practice
  • OCAT Appraisal Interview – Engagement Strategies

Module 3: Activities and Supportive Services

Discover tools and techniques for developing individualized plans and connecting participants with the right services and resources.

Topics Include:

  • Activity Types and Codes
  • Supportive Services
  • WTW Plans
  • Skills Practice
  • OCAT Appraisal Interview and WTW Plan Development

Day 4: Compliance and Case Management

Navigate non-compliance procedures with empathy and accuracy while strengthening case management practices.

Topics Include:

  • Non-Compliance Workflow
  • Good Cause
  • Notifications
  • Documentation
  • Sanctions
  • Curing Sanctions
  • Case Management
  • Quality Control Measures
  • Task Management
  • Case Flagging Procedures
  • Special Circumstances
  • Exemptions
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Domestic Abuse Waivers/Protocols
  • Mental Health/Substance Use Referrals
  • Skills Practice
  • Non-Compliance Documentation
  • Sanction Processing
  • Case Reviews

Module 5: Integration and Resources

Enhance collaboration across agencies and leverage community resources to support long-term client success.

Topics Include:

  • Advanced Case Management
  • E2Lite Reporting
  • Linkages Coordination
  • IPV Awareness
  • Mandated Reporting / Completing a SCAR report
  • Final Review and Assessment
  • Key Concepts
  • Systems Check
  • Resource Guide
  • Next Steps and Support
Academic Units
0
Section Number
253CTS971
Instruction Method
Online class

Section Notes

Fee Details: The enrollment fee for the 5-day series is $1275.00 per participant or .30 training units for those utilizing their county contract. This fee includes quality instruction from subject-matter expert(s), research-based curricula and all digital course materials.

Training Format: This program will be offered via remote learning using Zoom. Login information will be provided after your enrollment is processed.

Enrollment Policies

Enrollment closes on 1/14/26

Those paying by check or with credit card, please have payment to us at your earliest convenience.

To be officially dropped from the class, please notify us at least 10 business days prior to the training start date to drop a class and cancel the billing, or request a refund of fees paid, less than a $30 processing fee (no exceptions). Please use this link to cancel from the class:  Enrollment Cancelation Link If you have questions, please contact us at (530) 757-8538 or at human@ucde.ucdavis.edu.

Substitutions can be made with 48-hour minimum notice prior to the training start date. A 48-hour notice is needed to get all updated information processed.