FY24 Incumbent Worker Training

The Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) program is a grant funding resource, helping to off-set a portion of skills-based training costs for incumbent (existing) workers employed by Montana’s private sector. Businesses must demonstrate that training will increase the worker’s skill-level, result in a promotion or wage gain, or expand their business market/increase business revenue with the intent of preserving existing jobs for Montana residents. Private sector includes for-profit and non-profit businesses operating in Montana year-round. The incumbent worker must be on the job for six months of consecutive employment.

Grant funding is allocated to the Montana Department of Labor & Industry (MDLI) on a State Fiscal Year and is available on a first-come first-served basis. Funding is allocated to MDLI at the discretion of the Montana Legislature and is not guaranteed. Refer to the Regulations Link: MCA and ARM for criteria, rulemaking, requirements, processes, evaluation/limitations, claims and appeals. Although funding is provided as reimbursement, award notifications must be in place prior to training start date.

Applications should be submitted at least 14 days prior to the training start date. The application will be live 7/1/2023 – 6/20/2024.