Welcome Ohio Employers!

 

Employer Driven. Employee focused. Upskill your workforce through training programs completed in a year or less. 

Ohio TechCred at CSU empowers Ohio employers to keep their teams at the forefront of today’s fast-evolving tech landscape. This innovative program reimburses employers for investing in workforce development, covering up to $2,000 per credential and up to $30,000 per funding round—making skill-building affordable and accessible. From cutting-edge fields across industry sectors, Ohio TechCred supports in-demand training that drives business growth and keeps teams competitive. Explore the wide range of approved credentials or request to add new ones to match your team’s unique goals.

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Contact for all TechCred Questions
Nancy M. Pratt, Ph.D., Executive Director
Division of Continuing and Extended Education
Office of Workforce Development | TechCred Specialist

216-875-9710
tech.cred@csuohio.edu or n.pratt@csuohio.edu

Most CSU certificates are in-demand and online, but ask us about our bespoke, on-site options.

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TechCred Application Period

• Jan. 2–31, 2024 | Due on the final day by 3 P.M.
• Mar. 1–29, 2024 | Due on the final day by 3 P.M.
• May 1–31, 2024 | Due on the final day by 3 P.M.
• July 1–31, 2024 | Due on the final day by 3 P.M.
• Sept. 2–30, 2024 | Due on the final day by 3 P.M.
• Nov. 1–29, 2024  | Due on the final day by 3 P.M.

The 3 P.M. application deadline is not flexible.
Applications received after 3 P.M. on the final deadline date are automatically rejected.

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Five steps to get started: TechCred Application Site

1. Create a TechCred account and apply for a Supplier ID

2. Apply for tuition reimbursement

3. Accept your grant

4. Submit status reports

5. Submit proof of credential for tuition reimbursement

For more application details, please visit the TechCred site for employers. Click HERE.

When applying for TechCred, three identification numbers are required. These numbers are provided by the business applying. They include:

the Payee ID Number,

the Ohio Charter Number,

and the Federal Tax ID Number.

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Reimbursement Request

Once an employee has completed training and obtained the approved credential and the Grantee has paid for that training, a reimbursement request may be submitted to the Ohio Department of Development. The Grantee shall submit requests no more than once during each month of the grant period and no later than six weeks after the credential is obtained or from receiving an executed agreement.

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Let Cleveland State University guide you through each of these steps. We are committed to upskilling your workforce and helping employers navigate the TechCred process from application to reimbursement. We offer complimentary training on the TechCred application and reimbursement process upon request. Training is provided online and in person. More information: Submit Request Form

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Current Credentials

Curriculum details for available workshops and classes are available upon request. Email tech.cred@csuohio.edu for additional help or information.

• 5G Ecosystem
• C++ Certified Professional Programmer (CPP)
• (ISC)2 Certified Cloud Security Professional
• (ISC)2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Advertising and Outreach Specialist
• Allen Bradley PLC 411: Fundamentals of Programmable Logic Controllers
• Artificial Intelligence
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• CCMA Certified Medical Assistant
• Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Certified Network Defender (CND)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional Collaboration (CCNP Collaboration)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise (CCNP Enterprise)
• Cisco Certified Professional Security (CCNP Security)
• CNC Machinist
• Composites Technician
• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Cloud Essentials+
• CompTIA Cloud+
• CompTIA CySA+
• CompTIA Data+
• CompTIA Linux+
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Project+
• CompTIA Security+
• Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI)
• Crystal Reports
• Cyber Security
• Data Science
• Dental Assisting
• Digital Marketing
• Ethical Hacking
• Electrical Maintenance
• HVAC/R Certified Technician
• Information Security for Business
• ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Introduction to GIS Using ArcGIS
• Java Programming (Any certification)
• Maintenance Fundamentals
• Manufacturing Processes
• Medical Billing and Coding
• Microsoft Access (All levels)
• Microsoft Azure
• Microsoft Excel (All versions)
• Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate (Office 365 and Office 2019)
• Microsoft Outlook (All versions)
• Microsoft PowerPoint (All versions)
• Microsoft Project (All versions)
• Microsoft Word (All versions)
• Welding Processes Survey