Incumbent Worker Training (IWT)
The Incumbent Worker Training program funds Tennessee businesses to upskill current employees through targeted training, boosting workforce skills, retention, and competitiveness.
Funder: Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Due Dates: Rolling (Contact local American Job Center for current availability)
Funding Amounts: Amount varies; reimburses all or part of eligible training costs for Tennessee businesses—see guidelines for details.
Summary: Supports Tennessee businesses in upskilling full-time employees through reimbursable training grants to improve retention, productivity, and competitiveness.
Description
The Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) program is a competitive grant initiative by the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Its goal is to help Tennessee businesses enhance the skills of their existing full-time employees through targeted training programs. Eligible businesses can obtain funding for initiatives such as skills upgrades, process improvement training, and learning new technologies, ultimately aiming to strengthen employee retention, boost productivity, and increase overall competitiveness. The IWT program is a key part of Tennessee’s broader workforce development strategy, delivered in partnership with Local Workforce Development Areas and the statewide American Job Center network.
