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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2019-2020

Important dates

Milestones	Key Dates
Application available	March 14, 2019
Application deadline	April 25, 2019
Plan approvals sent to colleges	June 2019
Funds available	July 1, 2019

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.

• FY20 Worker Retraining Guidelines for Community and Technical Colleges

2018-2019

Important dates

Milestones	Key Dates
Application available	March 15, 2018
Application deadline	April 26, 2018
Plan approvals sent to colleges	June 2018
Funds available	July 1, 2018

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.

• FY19 Worker Retraining Guidelines for Community and Technical Colleges