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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