Illinois' Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) Program is a training reimbursement opportunity through the State of Illinois for employers to partner with United Training. The IWT is a state-wide effort to upskill current employees, increase employee skills for potential promotions or salary increases and/or avert potential layoffs. Businesses who submit successful applications can be reimbursed up to 100% per incumbent worker. Companies with training project plans that yield documented industry-recognized certifications or credentials will be given preference over other applications.

Next Steps

1. Review the following list of approved subject matter areas to find the one that's right for you.

2. Contact your United Training representative, or fill out our form, to get further details on the Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) Program.

3. Your United Training representative will assist you in the application process and create your training Project Plan based on your needs.

4. Submit your training Project Plan to Illinois WorkNet.

5. Get trained and certified.

3. Get reimbursed.

Need Assistance Submitting Your Application? Reach out to your United Training representative or fill out our form below and someone will be happy to assist you during the application process. Please contact us for additional details.