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Find similar grantsCredential Training Program is sponsored by Missouri Department of Economic Development (Missouri One Start). This competitive grant helps employers offset the cost of industry-related employee credentialing. It is administered by Missouri One Start.
Eligible employers submit an application during specific periods, and successful applicants receive a Preliminary Award Letter.
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Upskill Credential | Missouri One Start The Credential Training Program is a competitive grant that helps employers offset the cost of industry-related employee credentialing. It is administered by Missouri One Start, the workforce Division within the Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED). General information can be found under the tabs below.
All applicants should read and follow the program guidelines when applying. $2,000 maximum per employee for eligible training cost per fiscal year* $30,000 maximum per qualifying company, per fiscal year $6 million maximum program cap per fiscal year, subject to annual appropriation *State fiscal year July 1 – June 30 Applications will be accepted in Submittable for one month each quarter; January, April, July, and October.
The Credential Training Program is a competitive grant that helps employers offset the cost of industry-related employee credentialing. Eligible employers must submit an application in Submittable during the application period. A Preliminary Award Letter will be issued through Submittable to those accepted into the program.
Once the employer is accepted into the program, the employee 1 or prospective employee has 12 months from the date of the Preliminary Award Letter to earn the credential. The employer must submit all required documentation in Submittable within six weeks of the employee or prospective employee earning the upskill credential, as verification that the credential was earned. 1 Employees or prospective employees must be Missouri residents.
General Scoring & Program Requirements Credential Training Program applications will be competitively scored and ranked by Missouri One Start staff based on criteria outlined in statute. If the qualifying employer’s application is accepted, Missouri One Start staff will issue the employer a Preliminary Award Letter outlining the eligible training cost that may be reimbursed.
The employee or prospective employee will have 12 months from the date of the preliminary award letter to earn the upskill credential. The employer will have six weeks from the date the credential was earned to submit the required verification documents. All applicants should read and follow the program guidelines when applying.
Any employer registered to do business in the state of Missouri is eligible. Qualified employers agree to sponsor a current or prospective employee to obtain an upskill credential within 12 months of the date of the Preliminary Award Letter. The current or prospective employee must be a Missouri resident.
Ineligible applicants are outlined below. Training providers, unless employees are trained by an outside training provider. Qualifying employers receiving funds under Missouri One Start’s training programs, Sections 800 to 620.
809, RSMo , for the same upskill credential. Qualifying employers seeking funds for the training of employees who are receiving a Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant under Section 2553, RSMo , for the same upskill credential. Qualifying employers seeking funds for the training of independent contractors.
Generally, an independent contractor is defined as an individual who has the right to control what work will be done and how it will be done. A self-employed qualifying employer is prohibited from seeking funds for his or her own training. Public bodies, including the State of Missouri, any department, division, commission, board, or political subdivision thereof including but not limited to institutions of postsecondary education.
All applicants should read and follow the program guidelines when applying. General Application Information Applicants will submit Credential Training Program applications in Submittable, an online application platform that is free to applicants. In Submittable, applicants can enter business information, upload necessary documents, check application status, and correspond with the program administrator.
Applications will be accepted in Submittable for one month each quarter; January, April, July, and October. All applicants should read and follow the program guidelines when applying. NOTE: The email address entered into Submittable will be the primary contact for all communications between the applicant and Missouri One Start staff.
All communications to applicants will occur through Submittable. For assistance, please contact Missouri One Start. Available hours: M-F, 8am to 4:30pm.
Credential Training Program Guidelines Credential Training Program Economic Distress Map Document Information and documents needed to complete the application: Credential Training Program Grant Agreement Form Credential Training Program Employer Verification Form E-Verify Registration and MOU SOS Registration for Good Standings To find out if Missouri One Start’s services might be right for you, please contact us.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible employers with Missouri resident employees or prospective employees. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $2,000 per employee, $30,000 per company, $6 million program cap per fiscal year. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Credential Training Program is funded by Missouri Department of Economic Development (Missouri One Start). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Missouri. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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