1. (a) Boards shall ensure that referrals to Trade-funded training are Board approved as set forth in this subsection, and that training:

   1. (1) meets the nine criteria established in §849.22(b)(1) - (9) of this subchapter;
   2. (2) uses training providers that are licensed under applicable state law or exempt from such requirements, or possessing accreditation recognized by the US Department of Education;
   3. (3) is occupationally specific;
   4. (4) meets the needs of employers for demand or targeted occupations, or ensures the participant has a reasonable expectation of employment; and
   5. (5) can be completed and a degree or credential secured within the maximum time frame established under the worker's Trade certification.

2. (b) Boards shall ensure that the following types of intensive and training services are considered:

   1. (1) employer-based training, including on-the-job training, customized training, and apprenticeship programs;
   2. (2) contextual vocational skills training, particularly for Limited English Proficiency customers; and
   3. (3) remedial training, including literacy, particularly English as a Second Language, Adult Education and Literacy, or high school equivalency certificate training.

Source Note:The provisions of this §849.23 adopted to be effective November 24, 2003, 28 TexReg 10510; amended to be effective January 12, 2015, 40 TexReg 270.