North Dakota Technical Skills Training Grant

Eligible Applicants

Additional Requirements

This program has three tracks, each focused on developing or expanding a highly skilled workforce: Track A reflects the initial intent of this grant program and is designed for new and expanding accelerated, non-degree training programs that prepare trainees for new jobs. Programs in Track A may be eligible for up to $200,000. Programs in Track A are not for incumbent workers. Track B is designed for companies wishing to provide internal upskilling opportunities for their existing staff to promote movement and advancement throughout the organization, create more comprehensive onboarding and new worker training programs, and/or provide safety training for employees. Programs in Track B may be eligible for up to $50,000 with a dollar-for-dollar match throughout the lifetime of the grant program. Track C is designed to support workforce automation enhancement including but not limited to training and/or upskilling existing employees related to automation that has been implemented prior to the funding period; or to new or enhanced strategies, not to include the actual purchase of automation equipment. Programs in Track C may be eligible for up to $200,000 for training and or upskilling existing workforce related to automation. Applicants for Track C may apply for up to $100,000 for a feasibility study, related to automation. Degree programs are not eligible for funding under this grant. The grant is part of a continued effort to respond to the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, with legislative support for funding through various sessions. Applicants must be registered and in good standing with the North Dakota Secretary of State’s office and comply with all grant guidance and ARPA funding guidelines.

Geographic Eligibility

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