Eligibility & Applications

Private sector employers (For-Profit and Non-Profit) who operate under the provision of Maryland law are eligible. Training approval is only for full-time positions with benefits.   The salary cap for employees participating in training cannot exceed $80,000.        

Application and Approval process

Employer submits an application to Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board representative before training begins.  USWIB reviews and forwards to The State Review Team for approval based on the following criteria:

• Business applicant meets eligibility criteria (Maryland private sector employer);

• Proposed training meets program requirements (Specific to the job, increase the occupational skills levels, etc.);

• Cost of training is reasonable, necessary and clearly related to the project as described in the training plan; 

• Training project will be completed within 6 months, or within the timeframes established if an exception has been approved.

Decision within one week after application is submitted to the State Review Team.   Upper Shore Workforce Investment representative notifies employer and executes letter of agreement.

Reimbursement Process

Upon successful completion of Training, employer invoices USWIB for approved training costs per application.