Informational Seminar
These information sessions will give an overview of all of the Workforce Training Fund Grant programs: the General Program Grant, Technical Assistance Grant, Consortium Grants, Express Program Grants, and Hiring Incentive Training Grants. The session will provide an overview of the features and benefits of each program, the amount of available funding, and how to apply for the each grant using the online application process.
General Program Training Grant Application Workshop
This three hour workshop is for those companies that are ready to apply or are in the process of applying for a general program training grant. The workshop provides a comprehensive review of the general program grant application including discussing what makes for a competitive application, how to develop a successful training plan, measurable grant outcomes, grant terminology, and examples. Seating is limited to 20 people. Workshops display in green.
Please note that some locations may have limited seats; to ensure a seat, contact the coordinator related to the specific event. If there is a problem registering contact:
Michael Corcoran
Work: 617-626-6426
Cell: 857-753-3494
Email: mcorcoran@detma.org
| Thursday May 30, 2013 8:30a.m.- 10:00a.m. | Event: Workforce Training Fund Information Session Sponsors: Mount Wachusett Community College, Devens Campus Location: 27 Jackson Rd., Devens, MA Contact to Register: Karen N. Doherty, Workforce Training Specialist Phone: 978-630-9179 Email: kdoherty4@mwcc.mass.edu Registration Deadline: May 16, 2013 |
| Friday June 14, 2013 1:00p.m.-3:00p.m. | Event: MA Workforce Training Grant Briefing Sponsors: Employers Association of the NorthEast(EANE) -Agawam Office Location: 67 Hunt Street, Agawam, MA 01001 Contact: Barb Stowe Phone: 877-662-6444, ext. 3001 Email: bstowe@eane.org |
| Thursday June 20, 2013 8:00a.m.- 11:00a.m. | Event: Workforce Training Fund Information Session Sponsors: Newburyport Chamber of Commerce & Northern Essex Community College Venue: Zampell Companies Location: 3 Stanley Tucker Drive, Newburyport, MA 01958 Contact: George Moriarty Phone 978.659.1224 Email: gmoriarty@necc.mass.edu or Ann Ormond Phone 978.462.6680 Email: aormond@newburyportchamber.org Additional Information: The session will provide local companies with valuable information about the Workforce Training Fund Program. The program enables companies to apply for grants for up to $250,000 to train their existing workers. Types of training include, but not limited to: • English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) • ISO 9001-2008 Certification Preparation • Lean Manufacturing Leadership and Team Building • Cross-Training of the Workforce • Six Sigma Green Belt Training • Supervisory and Leadership Skills Training • Enhanced Customer Relationship Training |
| Friday June 28, 2013 12noon - 3:30p.m. | Event: General Program Training Grant Application Workshop Sponsor: Employers Association of the NorthEast (EANE) – Agawam Office Location: 67 Hunt Street, Agawam, MA 01001 Contact: Barb Stowe Phone 877-662-6444, ext.3001 Email: bstowe@eane.org Additional Information: This three hour workshop is for those companies that are ready to apply or are in the process of applying for a general program training grant. The workshop provides a comprehensive review of the general program grant application including discussing what makes for a competitive application, how to develop a successful training plan, measurable grant outcomes, grant terminology, and examples. Seating is limited to 20 people. |
| Tuesday August 20, 2013 7:30a.m.- 9:30a.m. | Event: Workforce Training Fund Information Session Sponsors: Franklin Hampshire Career Center collaborating with Greenfield Community College Venue: Greenfield Community College DOWNTOWN office Location: 270 Main Street, Greenfield, MA 01301 Contact to Register: Ann Deres Phone: 413-586-6506 ext.118 Email: ADeres@detma.org Registration Deadline: August 19, 2013 Additional Information: THIS EVENT IS FREE! |
| Friday August 23, 2013 8:30a.m.-10:30a.m. | Event: MA Workforce Training Grant Briefing Sponsors: Employers Association of the NorthEast(EANE) - Worcester Business Center Location: 67 Millbrook Street, Worcester, MA 01606 Worcester Business Center - South Entrance – 2nd Floor Ste. 208 Contact: Barb Stowe Phone: 877-662-6444, ext. 3001 Email: bstowe@eane.org |
| Friday December 06, 2013 8:30a.m.-10:30a.m. | Event: MA Workforce Training Grant Briefing Sponsors: Employers Association of the NorthEast(EANE) - Worcester Business Center Location: 67 Millbrook Street, Worcester, MA 01606 Worcester Business Center - South Entrance – 2nd Floor Ste. 208 Contact: Barb Stowe Phone: 877-662-6444, ext. 3001 Email: bstowe@eane.org |