Helping Companies Upskill Pennsylvania’s Workforce.

Helping Companies Upskill Pennsylvania’s Workforce.

WEDnetPA helps Pennsylvania companies grow by providing funding to train and upskill their existing employees—boosting workforce talent and business competitiveness.

Through a statewide network of 22 colleges, universities, and education partners, we support training for eligible companies in manufacturing, life sciences, agriculture, energy, and robotics & technology.

In partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development, WEDnetPA is investing in today’s workers to build a stronger, more innovative economy—one skilled employee at a time.

Funding Eligibility

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Celebrating 26 Years

WEDnetPA is proud to serve Pennsylvania for more than a quarter century, reaching more than 24,000 companies and 1.3 million workers.

Accepting 2025-2026 applications beginning August 1, 2025

1

Apply

Determine if your company is eligible. When eligibility is confirmed, complete the online application and training plan to request grant funds.

Apply Now

2

Train

When your application is approved and you receive your award letter, start training. You can use any training provider you choose. The WEDnetPA partners help you identify your training needs and the right providers to meet them.

3

Invoice

When training is completed, submit your documentation, and you’ll be reimbursed for eligible costs.

Training Funds Available

$2,000 Training funds available up to $2,000 per Eligible Employee. (not to exceed $100,000 per company)

Eligible Companies

  • Manufacturing
  • Life Sciences
  • Energy
  • Agriculture
  • Robotics & Technology

New Process

The New WEDnetPA process now requires only one application, one training plan, and one contract.

You Choose

WEDnetPA is employer-driven. You choose the training, You choose the method, and You choose the trainer.

Classroom or Online

Training can be received online or in a classroom, and by any private-sector provider, any WEDnetPA partner, or by your own qualified staff.

More Information

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