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Tech Cred

Upskill your workforce with Ohio TechCred

TechCred is an Ohio program that provides reimbursement to employers for employee training in technology-focused credentials. Reimbursements can cover up to $2,000 per credential, with a maximum of $3,000 per employer per funding round.

How do businesses get started? Here’s how TechCred works:

1.

Identify skill needs and employees

2.

Partner with a credential provider like Great Oaks Adult Education

3.

Apply Online

4.

Enroll employees in the program

5.

Upload proof of credential completion

6.

Receive reimbursement

Information Required for Applicaiton

Employer Information 

  • Federal Tax ID
  • Employer Name
  • Payee ID Number
  • OH Secretary of State Charter/Entity #
  • Physical Business Address
  • Employer’s Industry
  • Number of FT Employees
  • Employer Website link
  • Employer Contact Information

Credential Information

  • Credential Selected (from approved list)
  • Training Cost (if applicable)
  • Certification Test Cost (if applicable)
  • Total Actual Cost of Credential
  • Name of Training Provider Organization
  • Type of Training Provider
  • Requested Reimbursement Amount

Trainee Information 

  • Number of Prospective W-2 Employees Who Will Earn Each Credential

 

  • Number of Incumbent W-2 Employees Who Will Earn Each Credential