Apprenticeship Retention Grant
Invest in Howard County’s Workforce Future
Funded by Howard County’s Economic Development Incentive Fund
This grant supports Howard County employers who retain apprentices beyond their first year. Eligible employers can receive $5,000 per apprentice (up to $15,000 per employer) for second-year training and costs for related instruction.
Eligibility
Note: Subject to approval and funding availability. Employers must submit annual retention reports; failure to retain apprentice requires repayment.
Please email support@hceda.org with any questions.
TO APPLY:
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