WIOA in Oklahoma: OJT, ITA, and IWT at a Glance
Oklahoma can help pay part of your payroll while you train eligible hires. We guide you through a simple process so you can hire faster, skill up your team, and lower risk—without adding overhead.
- Reduce hiring & training costs with wage reimbursement for eligible trainees.
- Hire with confidence using a clear training plan and local support.
- Simple paperwork—we help you set it up before the start date.
💼 On‑the‑Job Training (OJT)
Reimbursement of eligible wages while you train in‑house—typically up to 50% statewide, and up to 75% in select areas with approval. Reimbursement is calculated only on wages up to .
🎓 Individual Training Accounts (ITA)
Funds training costs (tuition, books, exams) with approved providers on the ETPL. Often paired with OJT.
📈 Incumbent Worker Training (IWT)
For current employees: may cover a significant share of training costs (not wages), where offered. Small employers can see higher cost-share percentages.
How OJT/ITA Works in 3 Steps
Consultation
Tell us about the role, training, hours, and pay.
We map your position to OJT/ITA/IWT, confirm a training plan, and align job tasks to in‑demand occupations.
Eligibility & Savings
We verify eligibility and reimbursement details.
We confirm local reimbursement %, current wage cap, and documentation—before anyone starts.
Hire & Train
Execute agreement and begin on‑the‑job training.
After signatures, you train, submit timesheets/invoices, and receive reimbursement on eligible wages.
What you can save
OJT Wage Reimbursement
Available statewide for eligible roles during the training period.
Enhanced OJT (Select Areas)
Case‑by‑case approval in certain regions based on documented factors.
IWT Training Costs
Separate from OJT; covers training costs for existing workers (not wages) where offered.