Maryland Business Works...
Back by Popular Demand!
Responding to repeated requests of Maryland’s businesses, the Maryland Department of Labor, in consultation with the Maryland Department of Commerce, is excited to announce the return of Maryland Business Works, a highly successful incumbent worker training program.
With a substantial initial investment of $500,000 in business engagement funds, the Maryland Department of Labor is eager to partner with Maryland’s businesses to support employer strategies for retention, growth and, expansion. This project requires a dollar-for-dollar match by the employer, which allows for an overall investment of $1 million in incumbent worker training.
Training funds can be used to upgrade the skills of current employees while also creating opportunities for new hires in in-demand occupations and skills. Participants completing the program will gain transferable skills or industry-recognized certifications or credentials, leading to potential career growth and increased wages. Projects will be industry-focused and employer-based, targeting small business, particularly at the local level.
Contact the Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning at 410-767-2173 or DLWDALbusinessservices-dllr@maryland.gov for more information.
The Maryland Business Works Program…
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Invests in Maryland Private Sector Businesses -- Private sector businesses with 250 employees or fewer that provide in-demand products or services. - Provides True Partnership with Businesses -- There is a dollar-to-dollar match requirement, and a $4,500 training cap funding level that may be awarded to a specific trainee for a project or series of projects. The minimum request per year cannot exceed $40,000.
- Meets Businesses’ Training Needs -- The Program funds classroom-based training, in-house staff training, apprenticeships, and other opportunities for Maryland’s businesses as they create and foster their talent pipeline.
Get Started Now…
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- Maryland Business Works Program Requirements
- Maryland Business Works Application (Excel)
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Maryland Business Works (MBW) in the news:
- Md. to revive workforce training program - The Daily Record by Anamika Roy, Daily Record Business Writer, April 22, 2016
- Maryland to invest $500,000 in workforce training for small businesses - Baltimore Business Journal by Jonathan Munshaw, Associate Editor, April 20, 2016