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Every hiring, training, and incentive resource for Hamilton County employers, organized by what you need.
Built from The county's hiring, training and incentive programs, with eligibility as each program publishes it
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Reimburses companies up to $5,000 per trainee ($50,000 max per company) for employee training that results in industry-recognized credentials, cross-training/reskilling, leadership development, or registered apprenticeships. Minimum starting wage: $23.50/hr.
Who qualifies: Indiana employers registered with Secretary of State, with physical IN location, current DWD unemployment tax account. Nonprofits NOT eligible. What you get: Up to $5,000 per employee trained, $50,000 max per employer per year. $10M total program funding. How to start: 3-step process through Power Up Portal at in.gov/dwd/power-up
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Federal grant funding to support registered apprenticeship expansion, employer partnerships, and new apprenticeship pathways. Earn-and-learn model with DOL-registered credentials.
Who qualifies: Open to any employer. Must provide progressive wages, Related Technical Instruction, and OJT. Ideal for roles requiring 1+ year of training. What you get: Power Up reimburses $5,000/apprentice. $6.25M federal expansion grant in Indiana. Veteran apprentices get GI Bill stipend. Average ROI: 44% ($144 per … How to start: Use Standards Builder at apprenticeship.gov. Contact Indiana OWBLA.
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Helps individuals with disabilities achieve employment through personalized services, training, and employer partnerships.
Who qualifies: Must have a documented disability that poses a barrier to employment. NOT income-based. Eligibility determined within 60 days of application. Order of… How to start: Submit referral form online or contact one of 25 Area Offices statewide at in.gov/fssa/ddars/brs/
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Reimburses businesses (typically 50%) for eligible training costs over 2 years. Training must lead to postsecondary credentials, industry credentials, or specialized training resulting in wage increases. Tied to new capital investment.
Who qualifies: Indiana businesses supporting training tied to new capital investment. Training must lead to credentials or specialized skills resulting in wage incre… What you get: Typically 50% reimbursement of eligible training costs over a 2-year grant term How to start: Apply directly to IEDC at iedc.in.gov
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WorkOne reimburses employers up to 50% of a new employee's wage during a contracted training period. Minimum wage: $13.50/hr for adults, $11/hr for youth. WorkOne pre-screens and refers qualified candidates.
Who qualifies: Participant must be WIOA Adult/Dislocated Worker eligible. Employer: public, nonprofit, or private sector. Must not show pattern of failing to retain … What you get: 50% wage reimbursement (up to 75% in exceptional cases). Only hours worked: no overtime, PTO, or commissions. How to start: Contact WorkOne Center. Staff develop OJT contracts between participant and employer.
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Early-intervention outplacement services for workers affected by layoffs or plant closures. On-site orientations covering UI filing, job search, resume/interview workshops, retraining, and community resources.
Who qualifies: Triggered by WARN notice (employers with 100+ employees, 60 days advance notice required) or any employer-initiated layoff/closure. How to start: WARN notices submitted at in.gov/dwd/warn-notices. Non-WARN: contact local WorkOne Business Services team.
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Reimburses Indiana employers up to $5,000 per employee ($50,000 max) for training that results in industry-recognized credentials. Covers 6 priority sectors plus early childhood education.
Who qualifies: Indiana employers registered with Secretary of State, with physical Indiana location, current DWD unemployment tax account. Must train in priority sec… What you get: Up to $5,000 per employee trained and retained 6 months. Up to $50,000 per employer. High school students: up to $1,000. How to start: Apply online at in.gov/dwd/nextleveljobs/employer/. 3-step process: (1) review eligible credentials, (2) submit employer…
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Indiana SBDC (Small Business Development Center) SBA/IEDC Federal Strategic Planning & Culture Compare
Free confidential business advising, training workshops, and up to $15,000 in professional services through the INTAP program. 10 regional offices across Indiana.
Who qualifies: Indiana small businesses and entrepreneurs. Free and confidential. 10 regional offices statewide. How to start: Contact your regional SBDC center at isbdc.org or call for an appointment.
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IHC’s own workforce training program offering employability skills, hospitality training, property maintenance certification, and resume building. Monthly cohorts with free enrollment for Hamilton County residents.
Who qualifies: Hamilton County residents or employers. Individuals: unemployed or underemployed adults seeking career skills. Employers: can refer employees or partn… What you get: Free enrollment for participants. Employers get trained, work-ready candidates. How to start: Contact Invest Hamilton County: investhamiltoncounty.com
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Free and low-cost workplace safety training, consultation, and compliance assistance. Indiana operates a State Plan through IOSHA with free on-site consultation for small businesses.
Who qualifies: All employers. INSafe (Indiana’s OSHA consultation program) provides FREE on-site safety assessments for small and mid-size businesses with no citatio… How to start: INSafe consultation: 317-232-2688 or insafe@dol.in.gov. National OSHA: 1-800-321-OSHA.
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InvestEd · K-12 Employer Engagement (via The Pursuit Institute) IHC Local Hiring & Recruitment Compare
Direct employer access to Hamilton County's 6 school corporations through The Pursuit Institute (TPI). Sponsor a Modern Youth Apprenticeship (MYA), host paid interns, mentor capstone projects, or run workforce-readiness sessions. 100+ apprentices currently placed; 9 active career pathways (450+ supporting courses).
Who qualifies: Any Hamilton County employer. Best fit: organizations with capacity to mentor or supervise students 5–20 hrs/week. What you get: No employer cost beyond wages. State CSA funding ($5,000/student) supports apprentice tuition. Indiana Workforce Ready Grant covers some training. How to start: Email IHC Business Services (info@investhamiltoncounty.com) or contact The Pursuit Institute directly for pathway detail…
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Research-grounded culture diagnostic + performance operating system: 4-shift framework, decision rights, meeting architecture, team agreements, quarterly facilitated deep-dives. Grounded in Edmondson, Brown, Grant, Scott, Buckingham, Lencioni. For employers wrestling with morale, retention, supervisor capability, or training that didn't stick.
Who qualifies: Any employer. Best fit: 50+ employees with felt pain around culture, retention, or supervisor effectiveness. What you get: Tiered pricing: diagnostic engagements $5K, full transformation $15K to $20K. (Free for partner cities under City BRE add-on.) How to start: Email IHC Business Services for an intake call: info@investhamiltoncounty.com
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Recovery-Friendly Workplace Designation (Indiana) FSSA/DMHA State Hire from Special Populations Compare
Free Indiana state-level designation for employers committed to recovery-supportive policies. Includes free workplace assessment, tailored policy templates, MHFA training discount, network of 200+ designated employers. Reduces stigma + signals employer credibility to recovery community for talent attraction.
Who qualifies: Any Indiana employer committed to recovery-supportive policies (no minimum size). What you get: Free designation, free workplace assessment, free policy templates, MHFA training discount, network access. How to start: Visit https://www.in.gov/fssa/dmha/recovery-friendly-workplace/ for application + assessment scheduling.
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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training · Workplace Certification USDOL/SAMHSA Federal Benefits Design Compare
Evidence-based 8-hour training certifying managers/employees as MH First Aiders. Recognize signs of MH crisis, provide initial support, connect to resources. Free or subsidized for Indiana employers via state grant programs and recovery-friendly workplace partnerships.
Who qualifies: Any employer. 8-hour course (1 day in-person OR 2 hr online + 6 hr instructor-led). 3-year certification. What you get: Standard pricing $170/learner. Indiana Recovery-Friendly Workplace participants eligible for subsidized cohorts (~$50/learner). How to start: Visit mentalhealthfirstaid.org for course catalog. For Indiana subsidies, contact FSSA DMHA via the Recovery-Friendly Wo…
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Ivy Tech Workforce Solutions · Hamilton County Custom Training Ivy Tech State Training & Upskilling Compare
Ivy Tech Community College's employer-customized training arm. Builds short-term programs (4-12 weeks) tailored to your skills gaps. Eligible for Indiana Employer Training Grant ($5,000/employee). Hamilton County campuses: Fishers + Indianapolis.
Who qualifies: Any Indiana employer. Best fit: 5+ employees needing custom upskilling in technical, healthcare, or business skills. What you get: Tuition discounted via state grants ($5K/employee Employer Training Grant; full Workforce Ready Grant for short-term certifications). How to start: Visit ivytech.edu/workforce or email workforce-fishers@ivytech.edu (Fishers campus contact).
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IEDC Business Incentives Portal · Indiana State Tax Credits + Grants IEDC State Tax Credits & Incentives Compare
Indiana Economic Development Corporation's full incentive catalog: EDGE, HBI, R&D, HQRTC, Skills Enhancement Fund, IndianaINvests grants, SEF training grants. Single front door for all state-level incentives. Application process is consultative, IEDC project managers guide qualifying employers through stacking + sequencing.
Who qualifies: Indiana-based or relocating-to-Indiana businesses. Most credits require minimum capital investment (varies by program) + new full-time jobs at 150%+ s… What you get: Highly variable. Common stacks for Hamilton County employers: EDGE ($25K to $100K credit) + HBI ($50K to $200K) + SEF ($5K/employee) for medium-sized … How to start: Visit iedc.in.gov/programs-initiatives/business-incentives. Or work through IHC Business Services for warm IEDC introduc…
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Indiana Skills Enhancement Fund (SEF) · Training Reimbursement IEDC State Training & Upskilling Compare
Indiana state grant reimbursing up to 50% of training costs for new or incumbent workers (up to $5,000/employee). Stacks with WOTC + OJT. Best for technical training, certifications, leadership development. Application processed by IEDC; turnaround 30-60 days.
Who qualifies: Indiana employers with 10+ employees engaged in qualifying training. Wage requirement: $15/hr minimum at training completion. What you get: 50% training reimbursement up to $5,000 per employee. Annual cap per employer: typically $50K to $200K depending on workforce size. How to start: Pre-application consultation with IEDC project manager required. Visit iedc.in.gov/programs-initiatives/business-incenti…
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Indiana Manufacturers Association · Manufacturing-Specific Resources IMA Private Industry Associations & Networks Compare
State trade association serving Indiana manufacturers (1,000+ members). Workforce pipeline programs (Dream It. Do It.), legislative advocacy on manufacturing policy, technical training partnerships, member-only benchmarking + cost-saving programs. Best for HC manufacturers wanting industry-specific support.
Who qualifies: Any Indiana manufacturer (NAICS 31-33). What you get: Member-tiered services. Some programs (Dream It. Do It. cohort sponsorship) have additional fee. How to start: Visit imaweb.com → Membership.
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Indiana Health Care Association (IHCA) · Long-Term Care Workforce & Training IHCA Private Training & Upskilling Compare
Trade association for nursing homes, assisted living, and post-acute care providers in Indiana. Workforce program portfolio includes CNA & QMA training (online + clinical), Activity Director Certified (ADC) course, Health Facility Administrator (HFA) and Residential Care Administrator (RCA) leadership courses, Preceptor Online Course, Gero Nurse Prep, AAPACN tools for SNF nurses, Infection Preventionist Specialized Training, and the 'Mastering Recruitment & Retention' webinar series. Member discounts apply across the catalog.
Who qualifies: Open to long-term care employers and staff in Indiana. Member facilities (skilled nursing, assisted living, ID/DD providers) get discounted rates. How to start: Contact IHCA at (317) 636-6406 or communications@ihca.org. Course catalog and registration at ihca.org/our-services/work…
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Indiana Certified Peer Support Professional (CPSP) Certification · DMHA-Funded Indiana FSSA/DMHA State Training & Upskilling Compare
DMHA-administered certification program preparing individuals with lived recovery experience to deliver peer support services in clinical settings. 48 hours of training plus a proctored exam at Ivy Tech statewide locations. DMHA absorbs all training and exam fees, no cost to the individual or employer. Certified peers can deliver Indiana Medicaid-billable services for behavioral health and SUD providers.
Who qualifies: Behavioral health clinics, community mental health centers, SUD treatment providers, and recovery community organizations. Candidates must be 18+, hav… How to start: Candidate application via the Certemy portal linked from the DMHA page. Employer questions to peersupport@fssa.in.gov. T…
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ASPIN · Community Health Worker & Peer Recovery Specialist Certification (Carmel-based) ASPIN State Training & Upskilling Compare
ASPIN, headquartered in Carmel (Hamilton County), is Indiana's oldest CHW training provider (since 2009) and an approved Indiana Employer Training Grant provider. Two core certifications: Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW, $1,250, 47+ hours, Medicaid-billable per IHCP Bulletin BT2024198) and Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (CPRSS, $2,000, includes NAADAC credentialing, requires 2 years SUD recovery). Specialty add-ons in chronic care, domestic violence, opioid-impacted families, and leadership.
Who qualifies: Indiana healthcare and behavioral health employers wanting Medicaid-billable CHW or peer recovery staff. Through Indiana's Employer Training Grant, em… How to start: Contact ASPIN at (317) 471-0000 (Carmel office, 550 Congressional Blvd., Suite 120) for both certification enrollment an…
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Indiana Behavioral Health Workforce Playbook (IU Bowen Center) IU Bowen Center Private Training & Upskilling Compare
Free four-part strategic framework developed by IU's Bowen Center, funded by Lilly Endowment, addressing behavioral health workforce shortages in all 92 Indiana counties: (1) secure the pipeline, (2) align education/policy/practice, (3) strengthen clinical training, (4) school-based behavioral health. Behavioral health employers can formally commit to Playbook strategies (4C Health, multiple CMHCs have signed on). Bowen Center also publishes the IN BH Regulation Review and HPSA-StopLight tools.
Who qualifies: Open to all Indiana behavioral health employers, community mental health centers, private behavioral health practices, social-services nonprofits, hos… How to start: Download the Playbook from bowenportal.org/playbook/. Contact Bowen Center at bowenctr@iu.edu to formally commit. Public…
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Indiana Council of Community Mental Health Centers · Free Member Training Access Indiana Council of CMHCs Private Training & Upskilling Compare
The Indiana Council represents 24 community-based mental health providers and offers member CMHC employees free access to Boston University's Behavioral Health in Aging Certificate (self-paced online), webinar trainings, and professional resources. Also publishes the legislative platform that drives state advocacy for CCBHC funding, Medicaid reimbursement, and workforce policy.
Who qualifies: CMHCs as primary members; affiliate membership available for other behavioral health employers. Aspire Indiana Health (serves Hamilton County) is a me… How to start: Membership inquiries via indianacouncil.org/about-us/. Boston University Behavioral Health in Aging Certificate enrollme…
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NAMI Indiana · Free Employer & Staff Mental Health Training NAMI Indiana Private Training & Upskilling Compare
Free training programs available to Indiana employers including healthcare and social-services nonprofits: Youth Mental Health First Aid (for staff working with adolescents 12-18), QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) suicide prevention, Mental Illness 101 overview, and lived-experience presentations (Ending the Silence, In Our Own Voice, Law Enforcement Storytelling). NAMI Indiana staff can deliver trainings directly to organizations on request.
Who qualifies: Open to any Indiana organization, healthcare clinics, behavioral health providers, social-services nonprofits, schools. No fee for most trainings. Ham… How to start: Email info@namiindiana.org or call 800-677-6442. Linda Williams coordinates training scheduling.
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Big I · Independent Insurance Agents Virtual University & Hires Toolkit Big I / Big I Indiana Private Hiring & Recruitment Compare
The Big I is the national federation of independent insurance agencies (IIABA), with an Indiana state affiliate. Member benefits include the Big I Virtual University (18,000+ pages of agency-specific reference content, on-demand webinars, and CE), Big I Hires (recruiting/onboarding/training toolkit), perpetuation and succession-planning resources for owner transitions, agency E&O coverage designed specifically for independent agencies, and the Young Agents emerging-leader network. Membership is per-agency through the state affiliate.
Who qualifies: Independent insurance agencies (P&C, life/health). Captive agency channels (State Farm, Allstate) are not eligible. How to start: Join through Big I Indiana (the state affiliate). Members log in at independentagent.com to access the Virtual Universit…
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Hospitality Indiana · Membership + ServSafe Training Hospitality Indiana Private Training & Upskilling Compare
Hospitality Indiana, the rebranded Indiana Restaurant & Lodging Association, is the state trade association for hotels, restaurants, and food/beverage employers. Membership unlocks discounted ServSafe Food Manager and Food Handler certification (in-person classes are offered throughout Indiana including the Indianapolis MSA), Indiana ProStart workforce pipeline access for high schools, ServSafe Workplace harassment-prevention training, RestaurantOwner.com discount, telemedicine for staff, and a member directory. Membership pricing is set on a contact basis; ServSafe Manager retail certification typically runs $125-$179 per attendee with member discounts.
Who qualifies: Open to Indiana restaurants, hotels, B&Bs, food trucks, breweries, caterers, convention bureaus, and allied service providers. No size minimum. How to start: Call 317.673.4211 or use the membership form at hospitalityindiana.org/join. ServSafe class registration available direc…
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Indiana DWD Office of Work-Based Learning & Apprenticeship (OWBLA) Indiana DWD State Training & Upskilling Compare
Indiana's central hub for Registered Apprenticeship (RAP), Certified Pre-Apprenticeship, and State Earn and Learn (SEAL) program creation. Hospitality and food service employers can register custom 'earn-and-learn' programs (line cook, hospitality manager, certified hospitality supervisor) with no cost to register. Employers may qualify for Workforce Ready Grant tuition reimbursement, federal Apprenticeship Tax Credit, and Employer Training Grant funding. OWBLA staff help draft the work-process schedule and Related Technical Instruction outline. As of 12/31/2025: 930+ active RAPs, 1,584+ occupations, 86,500 cumulative apprentices since 2014.
Who qualifies: Any Indiana employer of any size. Apprenticeships must include paid on-the-job training plus 144+ hours/year of related instruction. How to start: Submit an inquiry through the contact form at in.gov/dwd/owbla, or call 1-800-457-8283. OWBLA assigns a regional consult…
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Free Indiana Department of Revenue resources for small employers managing sales tax, withholding, food & beverage tax (Hamilton County imposes 1% F&B on top of 7% sales tax), and county innkeeper's tax (5% in HC). Includes the New & Small Business Center education portal, the Business Owner's Guide PDF, free INTIME e-filing portal training, the Business Education Outreach Program (free webinars and in-person workshops), and a Business FAQ knowledge base. All Indiana businesses are required to file electronically and submit zero-dollar returns even with no activity, DOR resources help employers stay current and avoid the 20% late penalty.
Who qualifies: All Indiana businesses required to register for sales, withholding, F&B, or innkeeper's tax. No size threshold. How to start: Visit in.gov/dor for the Small Business Center, register for INTIME at intime.dor.in.gov, and sign up for free outreach …
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American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute's six-track entry-level certification program for front-line hotel staff: Front Desk Representative, Guest Room Attendant, Maintenance Employee, Restaurant Server, Kitchen Cook, and Public Area Cleaner. Used by Hamilton County's existing Hospitality Training Program (run with Janus Developmental Services). Each track is a self-paced workbook + online exam ending in an AHLA-endorsed industry credential. Cost is roughly $50-$95 per learner depending on track and bulk discount. Helps small hotels and B&Bs in HC standardize onboarding without building training from scratch.
Who qualifies: Any hotel, motel, resort, B&B, or hospitality employer worldwide. No size restriction. Hamilton County's existing hospitality training program already… How to start: Order workbooks and exam vouchers directly from ahlei.servsafebrands.com. Volume discounts via Hospitality Indiana (memb…
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Visit Hamilton County Tourism · Partner Program Hamilton County Tourism Local Training & Upskilling Compare
Hamilton County Tourism (HCT) is the county's destination marketing organization and offers a tiered partner program for restaurants, hotels, attractions, retail, and event venues across Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Westfield, and the Northern Towns. Partner benefits include listing on visithamiltoncounty.com (3M+ annual visits), inclusion in the Visitors Guide and itineraries, social media amplification, group/meeting RFP referrals, co-op advertising buys, and access to HCT's quarterly Hospitality Summits and workforce summits. HCT also hosts the Hamilton County Hospitality Training Program in partnership with Janus Developmental Services.
Who qualifies: Hospitality, retail, attraction, and visitor-facing businesses with a brick-and-mortar location in Hamilton County. Tiered fees scale by employer size… How to start: Contact Katy Cavaleri at kcavaleri@hamiltoncountytourism.com or call 317-848-3181. Application reviewed within 2 weeks; …
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