$65 million available for training grants to improve access to affordable community college training.
The United States Department of Labor has announced funding for high-quality workforce training to meet demand in industry and build the skill needs of workers in critical sectors like advanced manufacturing, clean energy, semiconductors and biotech. Applications for this round are due September 24th, with 15 awards in total expected ranging from $1.5 million to $5.75 million for consortium applications.
At least one award is reserved for a Tribal College, and a subset of colleges will be chosen for an evaluation that will include additional time and financial resources.
The background on these grants is instructive. To see what’s been funded and where, check out ETA’s website at https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/skills-training-grants/scc and read the full announcement at grants.gov: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/355057
So far 170 colleges across 31 states have been funded. Ready to consider applying? Get in touch below to access our expertise in preparing grants for USDOL, career pathways, sector-specific initiatives and more.