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The WorkPlace, Inc., Southwestern Connecticut’s Regional Workforce Development Board, is a positive force in improving the workforce. The WorkPlace builds projects that help people prepare for careers and strengthens the workforce for employers. It administers workforce development funds and coordinates providers of job training and education programs to meet the needs of residents and employers in our 20-community region.

The WorkPlace, Inc. announces the availability of approximately $300,000 in grant funds from the State of Connecticut for innovative approaches to developing a well trained, local workforce. The WorkPlace seeks employers in Manufacturing, Healthcare, Financial Services and Green related industries to apply. Grants will be awarded within the range of $10,000 to $50,000 and businesses will receive payment for training on a cost-reimbursement basis.

Funds awarded under this program should be used to develop employee training solutions that address workforce challenges in Southwestern Connecticut.

This initiative is a strategic effort to prepare workers for new and challenging employment opportunities. Training Funds are available to upgrade the skills of workers and to ensure that Connecticut employers are more competitive in a global economy.

This customized training program is designed to benefit both employees and businesses by enhancing the skills of workers, thereby increasing their productivity and the competitiveness of the employer.


Training Grant Application -> http://www.workplace.org/eventdocs/125.doc