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NextLevel Jobs: Workforce Ready Grant How it Works For Hoosiers WHAT IS THE WORKFORCE READY GRANT? The Next Level Jobs Workforce Ready Grant is a grant program that covers the tuition and fees of qualifying certificate programs across Indiana.
To get started, qualified applicants must fill out an online survey to determine the following: Where you live in Indiana Which high-growth field you are interested in When you can start training How you prefer to attend class (ex: day, night, online, part-time, full-time) From there, the survey will indicate which programs in Indiana best match your needs.
After submitting contact information, you must contact the training provider you’re most interested in. Once you’ve chosen a program, contact your training provider to determine whether you need to fill out a FAFSA form. The final step is enrolling in a qualifying certificate program at an approved training provider.
WHAT JOB TRAINING CAN I GET WITH THE WORKFORCE READY GRANT? There are over 150 qualified programs that the Workforce Ready Grant will cover. Industries include: Transportation & Logistics For a full list of qualifying industries and programs, visit our Available Job Training page.
WHO QUALIFIES FOR THE WORKFORCE READY GRANT?
To be eligible for a Workforce Ready Grant, recipients must: Be an Indiana resident and a U.S. Citizen (or eligible non-citizen ) Have a high school diploma (or equivalent) but less than a college degree Be eligible for state financial aid and file the FAFSA (for certain programs and providers) Enroll in a qualifying program at an approved training provider Meet any additional requirements for certain training providers and programs WHY APPLY FOR THE WORKFORCE READY GRANT?
Workforce Ready Grant recipients earn nearly $7,000 more after getting a certificate. Over 33,000 Hoosiers have been trained for a better job through the Workforce Ready Grant.
Complete the short online survey and follow the steps outlined in the automated email that follows Connect with your training provider (ask if you need to file the FAFSA ) Enroll in a qualifying program at an approved training provider “My life has changed by getting the training I needed for a better paying job… The sky is the limit!
” Sheldon Spence, CNC Machinist The path to a better-paying job starts with finishing your high school diploma—and you can complete it within weeks! Indiana Adult Education programs provide free math, reading and writing instruction to help you acquire the skills needed to earn a high school equivalency diploma , go to college or begin an entry-level occupational certification program.
Hoosiers can even earn a high school equivalency diploma and an occupational certificate at the same time through the WorkINdiana program , allowing you to get back to work or switch careers quickly. Visit Workforce Ready Grant FAQ Ask DWD: Powered by Ask Indiana Read the Ask Indiana Terms & Conditions Training Provider Application
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Indiana residents meeting program criteria. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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Educational Technology, Media, and Materials for Individuals with Disabilities Program (Stepping-up Technology Implementation competition) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education. This program aims to improve results for students with disabilities by promoting the development, demonstration, and use of technology; supporting educational activities of value in the classroom for students with disabilities; providing captioning and video description; and ens…
The Robotics Grant Program is a grant from the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) that funds school-based robotics programs for elementary, middle, and high school students. Awarded through a competitive application process, the program provides up to $3,500 to eligible local education agencies (LEAs) in Alabama. Applicants must be public school systems submitting on behalf of schools with K–12 students. The grant supports the purchase of robotics equipment and program development aligned with AMSTI guidelines. Applications are submitted online through the AMSTI Robotics Grant portal. The Fiscal Year 2026 application deadline was September 30, 2025. Questions should be directed to robotics@amsti.org. The program is managed by the Alabama State Department of Education under State Superintendent Eric G. Mackey.
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