CA Employment Training Panel (ETP)

Administered by CA Employment Training Panel · etp.ca.gov

ETP reimburses California employers for training costs and pays for workers to get new skills. Individuals can also access training through EDD's approved training providers.

Eligibility requirements

✓CA resident
✓Employed or recently unemployed
✓Participating employer or approved training provider

Insider tip

Ask your employer if they're an ETP contractor — if so, your entire training cost may be covered. Industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and tech are top ETP users.

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

Apply at etp.ca.gov →

Opens the official source. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.

Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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