Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL) requirements

Learn more about federal ETPL requirements and how training providers in Massachusetts can apply.

Training providers can apply or renew their ETPL registration online with TrainingPro. The MassHire Department of Career Services (MDCS) reviews provider applications, while local Workforce Boards review course information.

Requirements in Massachusetts

MDCS is responsible for the ETPL list in Massachusetts, including:

• Reviewing all providers based on their programmatic, financial capacity, and debarment status.
• Ensuring all providers meet state and federal ETPL requirements.
• Removing approved status anytime during the year if training providers fall out of compliance.

Before you apply or renew your ETPL registration, be sure to review the most recent ETPL requirements memo (PDF).

How to apply to be on the ETPL

Applications must be submitted or renewed before June 1 of each year.

You need to use TrainingPro to register your program for Workforce Individual Training Program (ITA), Trade Adjustment Act (TAA), and the Training Opportunities Program (TOP/Section 30). 

1. Log in or register for a TrainingPro account.
2. Follow the system prompts to provide the required information, including updated contact information, accrediting/licensing information, course information, and student data if necessary.
   1. If you are a new provider or you are seeking Trade or Section 30 approval, you must include course performance data from within the past two years to be considered for approval.
   2. All other providers should follow the instructions from the 2021 training videos.

If you need help:

• Technical help with TrainingPro: Review the TrainingPro user guide or email [e-mail] 
• ETPL approvals: email [e-mail] 
• ITA approvals: Contact the MassHire Workforce Board where you submitted course(s) for approval 
• TOP/Section 30 approvals: Email [e-mail] 
• Trade questions: Call 617-626-6700 

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