Representative Ben Davis Announces Over $270,000 in Dual Training Grants for Local Employers
ST. PAUL – Representative Ben Davis (R–Mission Twp.) today announced that employers in the district have been awarded more than $270,000 in funding through Minnesota’s Dual Training Grant Program.
The latest round of grants will provide local businesses with resources to train employees through on-the-job learning combined with postsecondary education, helping workers gain industry-recognized credentials while advancing their careers.
Among the recipients are:
- Cuyuna Regional Medical Center, awarded $165,000 to support health care workforce training.
- Grand Village in Grand Rapids, awarded $105,600 to advance training in health care services.
“These are reasonable investments that strengthen our workforce and communities,” said Rep. Davis. “By supporting earn-and-learn opportunities, we’re helping Minnesotans build rewarding careers, while ensuring employers have the skilled workforce they need to meet today’s challenges.”
The Minnesota Dual Training Grant Program is administered by the Office of Higher Education in collaboration with the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Employment and Economic Development. The program provides funding to employers who partner with training providers to offer career pathways in high-demand fields such as health care, manufacturing, and information technology.
“This program is a win-win,” Davis added. “Workers gain new skills and upward mobility, and employers get the trained professionals they need to succeed. I’m proud to see these resources coming to our region.”