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Contract Funds - Apply Now! is sponsored by California Employment Training Panel (ETP). The Employment Training Panel (ETP) provides performance-based reimbursement for the cost of training, funded by the Employment Training Tax, to California employers to assist in upgrading the skills of their workers through training that leads to good paying, long-term jobs.
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Apply For Funds | Employment Training Panel Authorize a Subcontractor – If you are choosing to identify a subcontractor to assist you in completing your application select the Existing Company Login button below, and follow the screens to get your subcontractor identified and registered.
Once your completed Application is received, you will be contacted by an ETP Regional Office analyst to schedule a meeting at your facility or virtually, during which you will review and discuss contracting requirements. All proposals/applications are reviewed and considered for approval by the Panel at regular monthly meetings.
You, or a representative of your company, may be required to attend the Panel meeting for a brief presentation and/or to address questions about your proposal. You will be “officially” notified that you may begin training after the Panel approves your training proposal. Application to Contract Process A visual demonstration of ETP’s contracting process as a flow chart is available for download.
Application Submission List A list of applications currently summited can be downloaded and viewed here . For general information and questions about ETP contact ETP’s Economic Development Unit: (916) 737-4181 or connect@etp. ca.
gov For technical support please contact the Cal-E-Force Help Desk: ETPCalEForce@etp. ca. gov Helpful Application Links Application Templates & Sample Contracts
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: California employers. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Contract Funds - Apply Now! is funded by California Employment Training Panel (ETP). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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