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Upskill your team with Ohio TechCred for CPAs
Written on Feb 27, 2025
OSCPA is committed to helping members upskill their tech talent to succeed in today’s environment. Now, you can potentially offset the cost of that upskilling by leveraging Ohio’s TechCred program.
Established by the governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation four years ago, TechCred provides funding for employers to upskill their workforce.
The Ohio TechCred program is a unique Ohio training reimbursement program aimed to support Ohio employers in building a stronger workforce with the skills needed in a technology-infused economy.
Financial Support: Get reimbursed up to $2,000 per credential, with a maximum of $30,000 per employer, per round, and up to $180,000 a year.
Comprehensive Assistance: We guide you through every step from application to reimbursement.
Upskill and Retain Talent: Invest in your team to enhance their skills and secure Ohio’s top talent.
TechCred approved credentials for Ohio CPAs include Microsoft Excel and PowerBI, Copilot for 365, Quickbooks, artificial intelligence, business analysis, Programming and Python.
To date, 5,388 unique Ohio employers have been awarded a total of over $69.2 million
There are two ways to take advantage of this program through OSCPA:
Work with OSCPA to schedule an in-person tech training for a group of your employees
Use Max Technical Training for virtual training in a number of courses
OSCPA can help you with your TechCred application
We’re dedicated to helping Ohio employers leverage the TechCred program to its fullest potential. We offer:
Personalized Assistance: Customizing the application to meet your needs.
Step-by-Step Guidance: From identifying skills gaps to submitting your application.
Full Support: Assisting with course selection, enrollment, and documentation.
How does Ohio TechCred work?
Identify Skill Needs of Employees: Determine the technical skills your employees need.
Partner: Collaborate with a credential provider like Max Technical Training.
Apply Online: Submit your application through the Ohio TechCred website.
Enroll Employees: Register your employees in the chosen programs.
Upload Proof of Completion: Upload the proof once training is completed.
Receive Reimbursement: Get reimbursed up to $2,000 per credential, with a maximum of $30,000 per employer, per round.
Eligibility:
Ohio-based employer
Registered Ohio business
Ohio residential employees
Prospective Ohio residents
Employer investment
Upcoming 2025 application periods:
March 3, 2025 – March 31, 2025
May 1, 2025 – May 30, 2025
July 1, 2025 – July 31, 2025
Sept. 2, 2025 – Sept. 30, 2025
Nov. 3, 2025 – Dec. 1, 2025
Visit OSCPA’s TechCred page for more information.