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Provided through the Colorado State Office of Economic Development
The Colorado First and Existing Industry grants are jointly administered by the Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade (OED&IT) and the Colorado Community College System (CCCS).
Background: Recognizing that skilled labor availability is a key element in decisions for new or expanding company plant location or expansion, Colorado First legislation established policy through the Colorado customized training program to promote the health, safety, opportunity for gainful employment, business opportunities, increased productivity and general welfare of Colorado citizens. Colorado First grants are for companies that are relocating to Colorado or existing companies that are undertaking a major expansion.
Background: Existing Industry grants were established by the Colorado State legislature to promote the health, safety, opportunity for gainful employment, business opportunities, increased productivity, and general welfare of the inhabitants of this state. The program provides for the training and retraining of workers for companies being affected by major technological change or where training is deemed crucial for the company and worker retention.
For additional information regarding qualifications and application criteria for employee-training grants contact a representative at Pueblo Community College by calling (719) 549-3163 or toll free at (866) 478-3256.
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