Worker Retraining Funding

The Worker Retraining (WRT) program plays a major role in Washington state’s economic development by providing funding for eligible dislocated and unemployed workers in training or retraining that will assist them in regaining employment. Funds are awarded to Washington state’s community and technical colleges each year to serve eligible students in this program.

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2023-2024

Important dates

Milestones	Key Dates
Application available	March 2, 2023
Application deadline	April 13, 2023
Plan approvals sent to colleges	June 2023
Funds available	July 1, 2023

Grant resources and guidelines

The following documents provide detailed information about how grant funds may be used, who can apply, the application process and deadlines.

• FY24 Worker Retraining Guidelines for Community and Technical Colleges

2022-2023

Important dates

Milestones	Key Dates
Application available	March 10, 2022
Application deadline	April 21, 2022
Plan approvals sent to colleges	June 2022
Funds available	July 1, 2023

Grant resources and guidelines

The following documents provide detailed information about how grant funds may be used, who can apply, the application process and deadlines.

• FY23 Worker Retraining Guidelines for Community and Technical Colleges