Training and Education Services in Eastern Oregon
If you’re considering training to get a better job, level up your skills, or earn a credential that employers actually recognize, you’re in the right place.
In Eastern Oregon, Training & Education Consortium (TEC) is the main WorkSource-connected training provider that helps people move from “I need a plan” to “I’m enrolled and on track.”
TEC supports adults, dislocated workers, and youth and can help you:
What TEC can help with
Getting started is quick & easy
This page is focused on one outcome: turning “I want training” into a clear plan staff can support. Start at Step 1 (accounts), then move through Oregon CIS + training planning.
Step 1) Setup Accounts: MyWorkSource + iMatchSkills
Purpose: Make sure you can log in and have a resume in iMatchSkills (even basic) so training + job planning goes faster.
- My WorkSource Oregon = main portal (messaging, workshops/scheduling, iMatchSkills access)
- iMatchSkills = job matching and resume system
- ☐ Create/confirm MyWorkSource account
- ☐ Verify email/phone
- ☐ Open iMatchSkills from inside MyWorkSource
- ☐ Upload or build a resume
- ☐ Turn on job alerts
- Go to My WorkSource Oregon and create an account (or log in)
- From inside MyWorkSource, open iMatchSkills
- Upload a resume or use the resume builder
SSN note: If you don’t enter SSN you can usually continue. UI claimants may need to add it later.
Step 2) Training Goal + Basics
Purpose: Write a short training goal statement and capture basics staff will ask you anyway.
Step 3) Oregon CIS + Workforce Tools
Purpose: Create your Oregon CIS account and submit a self-referral so the right person can follow up.
- Go to Oregon CIS and log in
- In account/site settings, connect to the EOWB Workforce Tools super site using:
- Guest Username: EOWB25
- Guest Password: EasternOregon1
- If you don’t have an account, create one using the guest credentials in the first section
Use Workforce Tools to request training support and (if needed) supportive services.
- Go to Workforce Tools
- Open Service Providers
- Sort/filter providers based on your location and the type of resource you need
- Find the provider using the map or the list below
- Select the provider to request services
Step 5) Training & Education Planning
If you want help choosing training, paying for it, or planning your path:
Start WSO Connect- A job you can realistically get
- A wage increase or promotion
- A required credential you need to do the job
Good training usually has:
- Clear end date
- Recognized credential (certificate/license/exam pass)
- Clear link to job postings
- Realistic schedule (childcare/transportation considered)
- Plan for what happens after training (applications/interviews)
Depending on eligibility and program rules, support may help cover tuition/fees, books/tools, testing/licensing, and sometimes supportive services.
Funding depends on eligibility and availability.
Training details: provider/school, program name, delivery type, location
Timeline: start date, end date, schedule (days/times)
Costs (itemized): tuition/fees, books/materials, tools/uniforms/PPE, exams, licensing
Prereqs: education level, required docs/tests, entry requirements
Step 5B) During Training: Check-ins + Support
- Confirm you started and are attending
- Catch barriers early (transportation, childcare, tech access)
- Confirm your post-training plan (job search, employer contacts)
- Proof of enrollment/registration
- Invoices/receipts or cost statements
- Progress documentation (sometimes)
- Completion proof (certificate/transcript/exam pass/license)
If eligible, supportive services may help remove barriers to completion (transportation, required tools/uniforms, testing fees, etc.).
Best clarity path: WSO Connect.
