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Workforce and Economic Development Network of Pennsylvania (WEDnetPA) Grant is sponsored by Workforce and Economic Development Network of Pennsylvania (WEDnetPA). This grant offers funding for training programs aimed at enhancing the skills of new and existing employees in Pennsylvania. It is a collaboration between community colleges and educational institutions, addressing workforce needs in the business sector.
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WEDnetPA - PA Department of Community & Economic Development Created by the Department of Community & Economic Development and made available through the Workforce and Economic Development Network of Pennsylvania – WEDnetPA – the program provides qualified employers training funds for new and existing employees.
WEDnetPA is a unique, collaborative partnership of community colleges, state system universities and other educational institutions working together to be responsive to the needs of Pennsylvania’s business community. See WEDnetPA website for the most current and complete list of WEDnetPA Partners. Funding can be used for a wide range of incumbent worker training.
The training must be skill-building for employee’s current job or for an advancement or promotion. Employees to be trained must be residents of and employed in Pennsylvania. Employees to be trained must earn at least $16.
74, excluding benefits. Employees to be trained must be permanent, full-time employees and eligible for full-time benefits. An individual employee can qualify for up to $2,000 in job skills training.
Company participation is limited to two years in a row and three out of the past five years. Training must occur from July 1 to June 30 of the fiscal year of the funding award. Companies can apply through WEDnetPA’s flexible and easy-to-use online application system at WEDnetPA website .
Program guidelines are available to view at the link above or by visiting the WEDnet website. Contact information for WEDnetPA Partners and the statewide WEDnetPA office can also be found on the website.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Pennsylvania businesses. Employees must be full-time and earn at least $10.88 per hour. Essential skills training is limited to manufacturers and technology businesses. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $450 per trainee and $75,000 per company for essential skills training; up to $850 per trainee and $50,000 per company for advanced technology training. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Workforce and Economic Development Network of Pennsylvania (WEDnetPA) Grant is funded by Workforce and Economic Development Network of Pennsylvania (WEDnetPA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Pennsylvania. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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