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Vermont Training Program (VTP)

Vermont Training Program (VTP)

Supports Vermont employers with workforce training reimbursements covering half of training costs after successful completion.

Between cyclesVermont Agency of Commerce and Community DevelopmentUnited StatesFocused on Vermont
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About

The Vermont Training Program (VTP) is a workforce development grant administered by the Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development (ACCD), Department of Economic Development, and has operated continuously for more than 30 years. The program reimburses Vermont employers for up to 50% of the cost of training permanent full-time Vermont employees. Reimbursable costs fall into two categories…

What this grant funds

Workforce training in advanced manufacturing, biotech, clean energy, software/IT, health care, financial services, and other Vermont CEDS priority sectors.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
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.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.50%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: accd.vermont.gov