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Train Your Team. Get Reimbursed. Running a business is hard.
Training your team shouldn’t be. If you’re a small business in Louisiana with fewer than 50 employees, you may qualify for 100% reimbursement on employee training through the Small Business Employee Training (SBET) Program, a state-funded initiative designed to help you grow without eating into your bottom line. Brand State U is here to help.
Is Plan 2 Brand right for you? Click here to pick a time to chat about the process. SBET is a Louisiana Workforce Commission program that reimburses small businesses like yours for employee training costs.
Whether you want to improve your team's culture, trust, marketing skills, leadership abilities, or customer service, SBET helps you do it at little to no cost. Up to $3,000 per employee per year. Pick courses that align with your business goals.
BSU offers expert-led options or you can choose from other state-approved providers. Don’t worry we’ll guide you step by step. (Or download our free guide below.)
Your employees complete the course. Submit your certificate of completion and get up to $3,000 per employee per year back. Why Partner with Brand State U?
We’ve helped hundreds of Louisiana employees grow through training and employers take advantage of SBET without getting buried in paperwork. Clear, proven training programs Personal guidance through the application process A free SBET step-by-step guide Confidence knowing you're not doing this alone Do it yourself, not on your own. We created a free, no-fluff walkthrough to help you apply for SBET with confidence.
Download the step by step SBET Application Guide (PDF) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) How much can I get reimbursed? Up to $3,000 per employee, per fiscal year. Louisiana-based businesses, at least 3 years old, with 50 or fewer employees that pay state unemployment insurance (W2 employees).
Applications are reviewed quickly, but you must get approval before your employee starts training. Can Brand State U help with my application? Yes!
We’ll walk you through it and connect you with experts who can help - at no charge to you.
Program Eligibility and Information Program Eligibility Details: Louisiana based businesses with fifty or fewer employees; Employers that have been in business in the state for at least three years, contributing and in full compliance with state UI tax laws; Trainees must be incumbent workers for whom the employer incurs a state UI tax liability Information About the Program Small Business Employee Training Program Overview/FAQ’s/The Process Small Business Employee Training Program Instructions Small Business Employee Training Program Regional Contacts Questions about the Small Business Employee Training program?
LEDA provides FREE consultations and assistance to businesses regarding state and federally funded workforce training programs. 337-593-1405 | [email protected] Is Plan 2 Brand right for you? Click here to pick a time to chat about the process.
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Start growing. Train smarter — with SBET and BSU by your side. About the Louisiana Small Business Employee Training Program The Louisiana Workforce Commission 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 Incumbent Worker Training Account.
Brand State U is authorized through the LA Workforce Commission to provide Small Business Employee Training (SBET). Want to stay up-to-date on industry trends?
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Employers with 50 or fewer employees; in business in Louisiana for at least three years; contributing to the Incumbent Worker Training account; in full compliance with Louisiana's Unemployment Insurance laws. 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.
Small Business Employee Training Program (SBET) 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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