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Find similar grantsIncumbent Worker Training Program (IWTP) (Louisiana) is sponsored by Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC). The IWTP Small Business Employee Training Program (SBET) provides state funding to companies to assist in the skill development of existing employees through individual, standardized training.
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The Incumbent Worker Training Program (IWTP) The Incumbent Worker Training Program (IWTP) is a partnership between the Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC), business and industry, and training providers. The IWTP is designed to benefit business and industry by assisting in the skill development of existing employees and thereby increasing employee productivity and the growth of the company.
These improvements are expected to result in the creation of new jobs, the retention of jobs that otherwise may have been eliminated, and an increase in wages for trained workers. The program is funded by a portion of Unemployment Insurance (UI) tax contributions dedicated solely for customized training.
The IWTP Small Business Employee Training Program (SBET) is designed to benefit business and industry by assisting in the skill development of existing employees through individual, standardized (off-the shelf) training. Employers are reimbursed for tuition and required textbooks and manuals once the training has been completed and proper documentation has been submitted to the Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC).
Training costs cannot exceed $3,000 per trainee per state fiscal year (July 1 - June 30). Funding is provided through the Workforce Development Training Account, at 2. 3% of all IWTP funds available.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Employers with 50 or fewer employees, operating in Louisiana for at least 3 years, contributing to the Incumbent Worker Training account, and in full compliance with state U. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $3,000 per trainee per state fiscal year. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Incumbent Worker Training Program (IWTP) (Louisiana) is funded by Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Louisiana. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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