TechCred

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TechCred helps Ohioans learn new skills and helps employers build a stronger workforce with the skills need in a technology-infused economy.
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Ohio's TechCred Program gives employers the chance to upskill current and future employees in today’s tech-infused economy. Employers who submit successful applications will be reimbursed up to $2,000 per credential when current or prospective employees complete eligible technology-focused credentials.

Eligibility
- Employers will need to identify the specific, technology-centric qualifications they need, as well as the number of employee(s) they want to upskill.
- To qualify for reimbursement of training costs, the employer must partner with a training provider and apply online. Individuals must be Ohio residents with a verifiable Ohio address.
- Reimbursements will be up to $2,000 per credential. Employers are eligible to receive up to $30,000 per funding round.
- Training must be completed within 12 months of the award date.
 
An initial list of eligible credentials is now available, along with program guidelines and eligibility criteria. Employers may request that a credential be added to the eligibility list.

Apply Today
Please remember that each business must submit an application.  Demand will determine availability of funds and timeline for future application periods.  Access the application now. 
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Are you interested in using Ohio's TechCred program for one of our trainings? 
For more information, contact
Angie Fahy
Angie Fahy
Adult Education Director
Office: 419-238-5411 x 2114

Credentials Offered

*Offered Exclusively Online


CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

  • AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate*

  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)*

  • Cisco Network Associate (CCNA)*

  • CNC Programming*

  • CompTIA A+*

  • CompTIA A+ Hardware*

  • CompTIA A+ Software*

  • CompTIA Advance Security Practitioner+ (CASP+)*

  • CompTIA Linux Essentials*

  • CompTIA Security+*

  • CompTIA Project+*

  • CompTIA Cloud+*

  • Java Programming (Any certification)*

  • Java Foundations Certified Junior Associate*

  • Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft Excel 2016*

  • Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate (Excel and Excel 2019)*

  • Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft Excel Expert (Excel and Excel 2019)*

  • Welding Technician AWS Certified Welder

CERTIFICATES PROVIDED

  • Control Valve Instrument Maintenance and Calibration

  • Allen Bradley ControlLogix

  • Allen Bradley ControlLogix Advanced Programming Languages

  • Basic Electrical Concepts

  • Basic Hydraulics

  • Blueprint Reading for Machinists

  • CAMWorks Multi-Axis Milling Essentials

  • CNC Machine Tool Operator Training Program

  • CNC Machining and Composites Manufacturing

  • CNC PLC Troubleshooting

  • Electrical Maintenance

  • Electrical Maintenance Technician

  • Electrical Troubleshooting and Preventive Maintenance

  • Fundamentals of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

  • Hydraulic Troubleshooting

  • Industrial Pneumatics

  • Introduction to Manual Machining

  • Introduction to Hydraulics

  • Introductory Welding

  • Mastercam Intermediate Level

  • Mastercam Mill Essentials

  • Mastercam Multi-Axis

  • Mastercam Wire Essentials

  • Measurement and Calibration

  • Microsoft Access 2016 - Part 1*

  • Microsoft Access 2016 - Part 2*

  • Microsoft Advanced Excel, SharePoint & SQL Query Training*

  • Parker Hydraulics

  • PLC Programming

  • Troubleshooting Industrial Controls



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