Training and Employment Services

Funding

  • Total: $4 billion
  • Adult Employment and Training ($500 million)
  • Youth Activities ($1.2 billion)
  • Dislocated Worker Employment and Training ($1.25 billion)
  • Dislocated Workers assistance national reserve ($200 million)
  • YouthBuild activities ($50 million)
  • Competitive grants for high growth and emerging industry sectors ($750 million) $500 million shall be for research and job training for careers in energy efficiency and renewable energy

Agency

  • Department of Labor

Deadlines

  • Funds for these programs shall remain available through June 30, 2010

Additional Information

  • A local board may award a contract to an institution of higher education or other eligible training provider if the local board determines that it would facilitate the training of multiple individuals in high-demand occupations