New Health Care Training Grant available

The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Office of Skills Development has released a new round of grant funding available to Wisconsin's health care sector employers to help train workers and fill critical workforce needs. The $2.25 million in grant funds are available through the Wisconsin Fast Forward (WFF) program to develop and implement a strategic industry partnership program for high-demand health sciences, health care, and related occupations.

Key program features:

• Grants are only available to employers in health sciences, health care, and related sectors
• Grant award amounts range from $5,000 to $400,000. A grantee serving as an applicant for a consortium of employers may apply for more than $400,000.
• Partnerships should include at least four project partners and must include at least one employment placement partner.
• Cash or in-kind match equal to 50% of the grant award amount is required

Applications must be submitted by 3 p.m. CST on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. Find additional information on WFF grant website.