In January 1987, Kenosha County, Wisconsin implemented its work experience and job training
program, a prototype job opportunities and basic skills training (JOBS) program. Kenosha's
program requires participation, has broad coverage, and is relatively expensive. This article
reports findings on the impacts the program has on aid to families with dependent children
(AFDC) spells. The evaluation used administrative welfare data and an event history analysis.
Findings suggest that Kenosha's program has no affect on AFDC-Basic spell lengths, has a
positive impact on AFDC-Basic cases headed by never-married black teenagers, and has a
negative impact on A FDC-Unemployed Parent cases.
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