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Industry-Driven Skills Training Fund Grant Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor – Employment and Training Administration (ETA). This program provides funding to State Workforce Agencies to partner with eligible employers in high-growth and emerging industries, including artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing, to provide skills training to current and newly hired workers.
Universities can collaborate with State Workforce Agencies as partners in developing and expanding training programs. The grants support outcome-based reimbursements for training costs.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State Workforce Agencies are eligible applicants, who then fund businesses to create or expand training programs. Universities can partner with state agencies and employers. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $8,000,000 (total recent funding awarded more than $86 million). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Industry-Driven Skills Training Fund Grant Program is funded by U.S. Department of Labor – Employment and Training Administration (ETA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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