Training Agreements

PURPOSE: This rule sets forth the requirements for training agreements entered into under the Show Me Heroes program. (1) Employers that provide training services to a Show Me Heroes Trainee shall enter into an agreement with a Local Program and the trainee that provides occupational training in exchange for the reimbursement of up to fifty percent (50%) of the trainee’s wage rate to compensate for the employer’s extraordinary costs. (2) Any agreement made under 4 CSR 1956.030(1) shall conform to the requirements set forth in 20 CFR 663.700 and 663.705, be approved by the division, and include the following: (A) The occupation(s) for which training is to be provided and each occupation’s respective O*NET code; (B) The amount of time required by a typical worker to learn the techniques and skills needed for average performance in the position for which training is to be provided. This information may be expressed in terms of the level of Specific Vocational Preparation (SVP) level required; (C) The length of training shall not exceed twenty-six (26) weeks and shall correspond to the SVP level for the position for which training is required; (D) The wage rate to be paid to the trainee; (E) The percentage of reimbursement of trainee wages that the employer shall receive, which shall not exceed fifty percent (50%); (F) A training outline that reflects the skills required for the position and addresses the gap in the trainee’s skills that the training opportunity will bridge; (G) The employer’s agreement to maintain and make available to the Local Program time and attendance records, payroll, and other records to support any wages for which the employer seeks reimbursement under the training agreement; (H) The employer’s assurance that it will provide equal opportunity in all services, without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship, or participation in program activities, in full compliance with section 188 of the Workforce Investment Act and with the equal opportunity and nondiscrimination regulations found in 29 CFR Part 37; (I) The employer’s assurance that its drug testing policies are in full compliance with section 181(f) of the Workforce Investment Act; and (J) The employer’s assurance that it is in full compliance with the requirements set forth in section 285.530, RSMo, and that, in accordance with that section, it will by sworn affidavit and provision of documentation, affirm its enrollment and participation in a federal work authorization program with respect to the employees working in connection with the training agreement. (3) Prior to an employer’s entering into an agreement under 4 CSR 195-6.030(1), the Local Program shall provide an orientation to the employer that includes discussion of— (A) Training provisions, general assurances, training plans, including the attainment of skills, program monitoring, and invoicing procedures; and (B) The Local Program’s policies regarding employer disputes, nepotism, and contract modification requests. AUTHORITY: section 620.515, RSMo Supp. 2019.* This rule originally filed as 4 CSR 195-6.030. Original rule filed Dec. 4, 2012, effective June 30, 2013. Moved to 6 CSR 3006.030, effective Aug. 28, 2019. *Original authority: 620.515, RSMo 2006, amended 2008, 2010, 2012, 2018.