Employer Incentive and Training Programs

On-the-Job Training (OJT)

Medina County’s On-the-Job Training (OJT) program offers employers a way to be partially reimbursed for hiring and training job seekers in permanent positions. Job seekers must be assessed for program eligibility by OMJ center staff. The initial contract takes about one week to execute before an employee can begin working. After that, additional employees can be added with a simple training plan. OMJ staff will complete most of the paperwork and will help you with the rest! Find out more about OJT.

• On-the-Job Training (OJT)

Incumbent Worker Training (IWT)

Medina County’s Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) program offers employers a way to subsidize the cost of training employees in obtaining the skills necessary to retain employment, avert layoffs, and/or increase the employees’ and company’s competitiveness. Our Business Services team at the OMJ center will help you complete paperwork so you can focus on making an investment
in your workforce! Funding for IWT is limited and may not be available year-round.

• IWT is available to all sector industries.
• Between 50-90% of the cost of training can be subsidized, depending on the size of the employer.
• Employees must be with the employer for at least 6 months to qualify for IWT.
• Employees must make at least $13/hour after completing their training program.
• The University of Akron, Stark State College, and Cuyahoga Community College are available to work with employers to develop a training program to fit their needs.
• Training programs must award participants an industry-recognized credential at the completion of training.

Questions? Call our Business Services line at (330) 441-5341.