Dual Training Grant

Pairing on-the-job training with related instruction to generate a comprehensive platform for learning

In support of the implementation of the Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline administered by the MN Department of Labor and Industry (DLI), the 2015 Minnesota Legislature established the Dual Training Grant administered by the MN Office of Higher Education(OHE). The Dual Training Grant (Minnesota Statutes 136A.246) is a funding source that generates collaborative and strategic educational solutions between employers and related instruction training providers across Minnesota. Employers or organizations of employers may apply for grants to reimburse expenses related to instruction toward attaining an industry-recognized degree, certificate or credential for their employees.

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Who is Eligible?

An eligible applicant must meet all of the following:

Be an employer or organization of employers categorized as
- Business Entity
- Nonprofit Organization
- Political Subdivision
- State of Minnesota or
- Tribal Sovereign Nation
Have or will have a dual-training program which meets competency standards through means of on-the-job training by the employer and related instruction by an eligible training provider
Employ or will employ an eligible dual trainee
Have or will enter into agreement with an eligible related instruction training provider
If annual gross revenue exceeds $25,000,000 in the previous calendar year, pay for at least 25% of related instruction costs
If a current or prior DTG recipient, be in good standing on all grant requirements
If a recipient of other Minnesota State grant programs, be in good standing on all grant requirements

What Related Instruction Training is Eligible?

Related instruction is an opportunity for dual trainees to learn the fundamentals of occupations through formal training from a training provider. An eligible related instruction program must meet all of the following:

Provided by an eligible related instruction training provider
Meets one or more identified competency standards
Instructor-led for a majority of the training
Results in the dual trainee receiving an eligible industry-recognized degree, certificate, or credential

What Training Providers are Eligible?

An eligible related instruction training provider must operate legally in Minnesota by meeting one of the following standards:

Operated by the Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities or the Board of Regents of the University of Minnesota
Registered as a postsecondary institution by OHE
Licensed as a postsecondary institution by OHE
Exempt from registration and licensure provisions as approved by OHE

How Much Money Can a Grantee Receive?

Each spring, approximately $5 million in Dual Training Grant funds are available. A grantee can receive up to $150,000 for related instruction costs, of which a single dual trainee can benefit from $6,000. In addition, a grantee can receive up to $15,000 for trainee support costs. Grantees receive funds through a reimbursement process. Grantees pay related instruction costs and OHE reimburses grantees for related instruction costs. In some cases, a cost match is required of grantees. Allowable related instruction costs include tuition, fees, books, and materials. Allowable trainee support costs include transportation, mileage, lodging, meals, tutoring services, translation services, interpreter services, and/or accessibility services.

What is the Application Process?

The grant Request for Proposal process is available each spring. Visit the Request for Application webpage for more details about the application process and upcoming informational opportunities.