TechCred at Columbus State
Customized Training for your Workforce. TechCred is a program sponsored by the state of Ohio to provide high-quality training to Ohio’s business community. Businesses identify their needs, sign up their workers for training, and are then reimbursed by the state.
TechCred’s new and improved framework delivers a sharper technology‑focused credential definition, updated employer eligibility requirements, an improved training timeline, and a newly developed list of eligible training providers. Businesses awarded funding through TechCred may be reimbursed up to $1,000 per person, per credential; $30,000 per application, helping employers strengthen their talent pipelines and build a more competitive, tech‑ready workforce.
Get more information at the Ohio TechCred website.
How to Apply for TechCred
Businesses can follow 6 simple steps for taking advantage of the Ohio TechCred program:
- Develop Training Plan – Employers identify the skills their workforce needs and review the approved credential list to find programs that align with those needs and business goals.
- Apply – Employers apply during an open application period.
- Get Approved – The Ohio Department of Development reviews and awards funding.
- Provide Training – Employers pay for employees to complete an eligible credential program.
- Earn – Employees successfully complete training and achieve the approved credential.
- Submit Reimbursement Request – Employers request reimbursement.
Need more information? Contact Workforce@cscc.edu