Here are some frequently asked questions about Career Bridge and their answers. Have a question that's not on the list? Contact us and we'll be glad to help. Or download this helpful how-to card now.
Why isn't the training program I am interested in appearing in my search results?
I did a search but didn't find any programs. Why?
I searched for online programs and only found a few. Why aren't there more?
What is the Eligible Training Provider (ETP) List?
How will I know if a program is on the Eligible Training Provider list (ETP-eligible)?
How can I find out if I qualify for ETP-related funding?
I am looking for an Eligible Training Provider located outside of Washington.
I am a training provider interested in applying for ETP eligibility. How do I apply?
The program I am interested in is online. Can it be added to the ETP list?
I'm interested in getting more education and training but don't know how to pay for it.
How come my program does not show performance results?
Why isn't the training program I am interested in appearing in my search results?
Career Bridge does not include every training program in the state. We feature programs from all 34 of the state's community and technical colleges, most private career schools and a selection of four-year colleges and universities, as well as some apprenticeship programs. More programs are being added over time. If you cannot find a particular school, you can contact us for assistance.
I did a search but didn't find any programs. Why?
Try a different job or program title or a related title. You can also try the keyword search using variations on what you enter. For example, if you typed in nurse, try nursing. You can revise your search further and capture more information by entering the root of the word: "nurs". That would capture both nurse and nursing. Note that some types of jobs or programs may not have associated training or education programs included in Career Bridge.
I searched for online programs and only found a few. Why aren't there more?
We are still adding to Career Bridge and our online information is still incomplete. Training providers will be updating this information over the next several months.
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What is the Eligible Training Provider (ETP) list?
This list includes programs that have been approved to receive federal Workforce Investment Act funds. Programs on this list must meet specific employment, earnings and completion rate standards. Training providers can apply for ETP-eligibility for their programs through Career Bridge. Learn more.
How will I know if a program is on the Eligible Training Provider list (ETP-eligible)?
After you do a search of education and training programs by choosing a job title, training program, training provider or location, look to see if the "ETP" column is checked. It will be on the far right of your search results. ETP eligibility status also appears on the "Program Details" page. You can also limit your search to only Eligible Training Provider programs by hitting "Search for Eligible Training Provider programs."
How can I find out if I qualify for ETP-related funding?
Connect with the nearest WorkSource center, where you can meet with a counselor who can go over your options. Find out more about retraining funding.
I am looking for an Eligible Training Provider located outside of Washington.
Training programs on the Eligible Training Provider List in the state where they are located are considered ETP-eligible by Washington state. Look for another state's Eligible Training Provider List on the national Career One Stop site.
I am a training provider interested in applying for ETP eligibility. How do I apply?
Learn more about it on the training provider help pages.
The program I am interested in is online. Can it be added to the ETP list?
Yes, if the program is offered by a training provider located in Washington. If the training provider is located outside of Washington, the program must be on the ETP List in the state where it is located. To check, go to careeronestop.org.
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I'm interested in getting more education and training but don't know how to pay for it.
Career Bridge offers tips on funding your education. Career Bridge's Fund Your Training page provides information on a wide range of funding programs, from grants and scholarships, to loans and work study, to tax credits and military benefits you'll want to learn more about.
How come my program does not show performance results?
Performance results and student characterstics data--such as completion rates, earnings after graduation and employment rates--will be available in the next few months as we continue to add to our database.
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