SB 445
Adding Potomac State College as eligible institution for participation in Learn and Earn Program
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Bill overview
This bill amends West Virginia law to allow Potomac State College of West Virginia University to participate in the Learn and Earn Program. The program provides opportunities for students to earn money while completing technical programs through cooperative education with West Virginia employers. Previously, the program was considered a pilot program, but this legislation removes that designation and allows Potomac State College to continue participating.
Key provisions
- Potomac State College is now eligible to participate in the Learn and Earn Program.
- The program requires a dollar-for-dollar cash match from employers.
- Participants cannot substitute in-kind donations for the required cash match.
- The program is a component of the Workforce Development Initiative Program.
- The program provides students with hands-on work experience and a salary.
- Employers benefit from a cost-effective recruitment and training tool.
- The program's eligibility for Potomac State College was initially a pilot program.
- The council will determine if Potomac State College continues to participate after the pilot period.
Who is affected
- Students seeking technical education
- West Virginia employers
- Potomac State College
- The Workforce Development Council
- The residents of West Virginia
Notable changes
- Removes the designation of the Learn and Earn Program as a pilot program.
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