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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 willing to invest in workforce development for their employees.
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KCTCS-TRAINS Funding | GCTC Non-Credit Course Catalog Program Advisory Committees Transportation Construction Certificate Program KCTCS-TRAINS is a fund designated by the Kentucky General Assembly to help companies willing to invest in workforce development for their employees. These funds are administered by KCTCS and are available through KCTCS colleges.
Companies receive funding to assist with the cost of providing workforce training and assessment services to current and potential employees through KCTCS colleges. KCTCS-TRAINS funds are distributed on a project basis and require a company cash match of 25% plus a 10% administrative fee for use of the funds. Our Workforce Solutions staff will assist companies in developing training plans and applying for KCTCS-TRAINS funding.
If you see this don't fill out this input box. * Name I prefer to be contacted by: KCTCS-TRAINS Funding Quick Facts What companies are eligible for KCTCS-TRAINS funding? All companies* in the Commonwealth of Kentucky are eligible for KCTCS-TRAINS funding.
KCTCS-TRAINS will support projects for: existing Kentucky companies that are requiring employees to learn new skills in their companies that are contributing to Kentucky’s economic development *Government agencies, non-profit organizations and educational institutions are not When can you apply for KCTCS-TRAINS? Companies can apply at any time; projects are reviewed on a daily basis.
What is the process for obtaining KCTCS-TRAINS funding? Contact your local college Workforce Solutions department to obtain more information. The college will complete the application and submit the project for approval.
Can KCTCS-TRAINS funds be used for in-house training? No, KCTCS-TRAINS does not fund in-house training. Bluegrass State Skills Corporation provides funding for company in-house training.
Can KCTCS-TRAINS be used to pay for employee wages while in training or on-the-job-training? No, KCTCS-TRAINS does not pay for employee wages or on-the-job-training. Bluegrass State Skills Corporation provides funding for on-the-job-training.
What type of training is funded by KCTCS-TRAINS? Most of the customized training programs delivered to business and industry by a KCTCS college is eligible for funding. Is there a dollar limit on KCTCS-TRAINS funding?
No, all usual and customary fees charged by the college are eligible for funding. What is the time limit on KCTCS-TRAINS projects? All projects are funded for a period of one year.
How many times can a company apply for KCTCS-TRAINS funding? There is no limit on the number of times a company can receive funding. What is the company cash match for KCTCS-TRAINS projects?
Companies are required to pay 25% of the cost plus a 10% administration fee to KCTCS for use of the funds. Colleges will work with the company to identify a schedule for invoicing and companies are invoiced after services are delivered. Can equipment be purchased for companies using KCTCS-TRAINS?
No, KCTCS-TRAINS will not purchase equipment for a company. Equipment may be purchased for a project but will remain the property of KCTCS-TRAINS. The cost of the equipment is not included in the company cash match.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: All for-profit companies in Kentucky requiring workforce development; government agencies, nonprofits, and educational institutions are ineligible. Requires 25% cash match plus 10% administrative fee. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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