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KCTCS-TRAINS Funding is sponsored by Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS). KCTCS-TRAINS is a fund designated by the Kentucky General Assembly to help companies invest in workforce development for their employees.
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Call us today: (859) 256-3249 With KCTCS TRAINS funding, our colleges partner with companies who invest in their workforce to develop and provide in-depth, customized employee training at a fraction of the cost, allowing companies to train, retain, and upskill more Kentucky workers.
CUSTOMIZED TRAINING – BY THE NUMBERS TRAINS Lifetime Impact: (since 2014) Funding assistance to offset training cost for companies Increase retention, productivity, and employee satisfaction Train current or new employees Supports new and expanding Kentucky businesses Attract a skilled, and reliable workforce Supervisory and Management Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) “We have experienced a more skilled workforce, increased employee retention, improved employee morale, improved engagement from candidates, and most of all the ability to give team members the opportunity to network with peers across the organization from different locations, job roles, functional areas, & cultures… The private sector cannot flourish when there isn’t a skilled workforce to sustain it.
By investing in the skill development of citizens of this community, INOAC and Elizabethtown Community and Technical College are investing in the success of the community and creating opportunities for the potential [graduates]. ” – Kimberly J.
Rulo, Vice President, North America Human Resources for INOAC USA Funded through KCTCS TRAINS, Kingsbrook Lifecare Center is partnering with Ashland Community and Technical College to offer a nurse aide program to upskill their employees and prepare them for advancement opportunities.
“Whatever industry someone works in, if you are looking to grow your workforce, one of the best things you can do is reach out to your local community college. ” – Stephanie Hicks, Quality Manager at Kingsbrook Lifecare Cente For the full report, go to KCTCS Workforce Annual Report .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: All companies in the Commonwealth of Kentucky requiring employees to learn new skills or contributing to Kentucky's economic development. Requires a company cash match of 25% plus a 10% administrative fee. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
KCTCS-TRAINS Funding is funded by Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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