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TechCred Program

TechCred Program

Supports Ohio employers with reimbursement for workforce credential programs in technology fields.

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TechCred is an Ohio Department of Development workforce training reimbursement program that repays Ohio employers for the cost of getting employees credentialed in technology-focused skills. The program is administered at techcred.ohio.gov and accepts applications in periodic rounds throughout the year. Employers pay for approved training upfront, employees complete the credential, and the employe…

Reimbursement tax credits for Ohio employers that upskill workers with approved technology-focused credentials across IT, advanced manufacturing, healthcare technology, logistics, and related sectors.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Tax credit
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: development.ohio.gov