“MRC helped us in numerous ways through various training programs, including training courses for welding, electricians and management. The biggest success was the greatly improved relationship between management and employees – each group now understands what the other is trying to achieve. With MRC’s input, we’ve increased both production and time savings."... read more —Ron Blisard Director of Human Resources and Risk Manager KME Fire Apparatus

You could be eligible to have 60-100% of your training costs financed through PA State Customized Job Training (CJT) and WEDnet Grants Program. This funding is for entry-level and technical related training, as well as upgrading and retention training of full-time employees in production related positions who earn at least 150% of the minimum wage, excluding benefits and are PA residents. Training can include both in-house training and external third-party training. The company may select the training provider.

Specifically, the two primary programs available to support the education and training of new hires and incumbent full-time workers are Planning and Financial Assistance Programs. For a concise explanation of these programs, download the following chart.

Strategic Customized Job Training Grants

Guaranteed Free Training (WEDnet)
Basic Skills
Information Technology

Pennsylvania's Incumbent Worker Training Grants