is a program designed to reimburse Franklin County employers for training new or current employees in skills that meet employer needs, enhancing productivity and retention. Employers interested in applying should contact the OhioMeansJobs Columbus-Franklin County Business Services Team via email, noting that the Federal Employer Identification Number determines employer size and caps. Funding cap adjustments and continued support beyond two years require reporting on employee retention, with final discretion resting with the job center.
| 50% Reimbursement Rate
Employers receive reimbursement for 50% of eligible training costs, supporting workforce skill development.
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$50,000 Cap for Small Employers
Small employers with fewer than 50 employees can receive up to $50,000 in training reimbursement per fiscal year.
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$40,000 Cap for Medium Employers
Medium-sized employers (51-100 employees) are eligible for a maximum of $40,000 in annual training reimbursement.
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$25,000 Cap for Large Employers
Large employers with more than 100 employees can receive up to $25,000 in training reimbursement per fiscal year.
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Email the OhioMeansJobs | Columbus – Franklin County Business Services Team at businessservices@omjcfc.org. Please put OJT in the subject line of your email. Our team will assist you in completing the OJT application.
Important Note: Employer size and cap distinctions are based on the Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN).
The discretion to adjust funding caps rests with the Aspyr/OhioMeansJobs Columbus-Franklin County Job Center. Employers seeking more than two consecutive years of OJT support must report the retention of previously supported OJT participants.
