(a) At a minimum, the performance assessment system established
under Sec. 670.975 of this subpart will include expected levels of
performance established for each of the indicators of performance
contained in WIA section 159(c). These are:
(1) The number of graduates and rate of graduation, analyzed by the
type of vocational training received and the training provider;
(2) The job placement rate of graduates into unsubsidized
employment, analyzed by the vocational training received, whether or
not the job placement is related to the training received, the
vocational training provider, and whether the placement is made by a
local or national service provider;
(3) The average placement wage of graduates in training-related and
non-training related unsubsidized jobs;
(4) The average wage of graduates on the first day of employment
and at 6 and 12 months following placement, analyzed by the type of
vocational training received;
(5) The number of and retention rate of graduates in unsubsidized
employment after 6 and 12 months ;
(6) The number of graduates who entered unsubsidized employment for
32 hours per week or more, for 20 to 32 hours per week, and for less
than 20 hours per week.
(7) The number of graduates placed in higher education or advanced
training; and
(8) The number of graduates who attained job readiness and
employment skills.
(b) The Secretary issues the expected levels of performance for
each indicator. To the extent practicable, the levels of performance
will be continuous and consistent from year to year.
