N.M. Admin. Code § 5.5.50.9

Current through Register Vol. 36, No. 1, January 14, 2025

Section 5.5.50.9 - ELIGIBLE TRAINING PROGRAMS

A. The authorizing legislation establishes the following criteria for training.

(1) Training projects shall, to the extent possible, be customized to meet the company's specific needs.

(2) Training projects shall provide quick-response classroom and on the job training.

(3) Training shall provide New Mexico residents with improved economic status through employment.

(4) Training shall provide measurable growth to the economic base of New Mexico.

B. The types of training projects eligible under the job training incentive program are:

(1) structured on-the-job training (OJT) and "hands on" skill development at the company's facility;

(2) custom classroom training provided by a New Mexico post-secondary public educational institution;

(3) a combination of classroom and OJT as described above.

C. On-the-job training: Training is conducted at the participating company's facility and generally involves structured on-the-job training (OJT) or 'hands-on" skill development. Although certain modules may be conducted in a classroom setting at the company location, the training is still considered OJT. The training must be customized to develop essential skills particular to the company's needs.

(1) A comprehensive training plan is required as part of the proposal for funding. The training plan must include the company job description, O*NET job description, and training units. Each unit will include core content or objectives, methods and materials, methods of evaluation and requested hours. The training plan must cover the entire period for which reimbursement is requested. A more detailed description of the training plan requirements is included in the JTIP online application and proposal guide.

(2) The participating company is responsible for providing the necessary facilities, equipment, materials and training staff. Trainer's wages are not eligible for funding through JTIP.

(3) The executed contract will comply with governing legislation.

D. Custom training provided by a New Mexico post-secondary public educational institution: Training is conducted by a New Mexico post-secondary public educational institution in a classroom setting either on campus or at the work site. This type of training is typically coordinated through the institution's workforce training center. At least three trainees must participate in classroom training, which should be customized to meet the specific needs of the company. Only JTIP trainees are eligible to attend the training at JTIP's expense. If appropriate training opportunities are not available through public institutions, private institutions may be considered. The educational institution must provide a separate proposal to the JTIP board. The custom training outlined in this proposal must be integrated with the proposal submitted by the company for trainee wages.

(1) The contracted institution or the participating company will work with the economic development department to establish the contract, its content, scope, and training standards to ensure that the program meets or exceeds the company's requirements.

(2) The contracted custom training will be integrated into the training plans submitted by the company in the coordinating JTIP proposal.

(3) The contracted custom training will be conducted within the initial training period approved by the JTIP board.

(4) Payment for classroom training services shall be made only for a qualified and approved program. Reimbursement for classroom training is consistent with JTIP policy and range from fifty percent to seventy-five percent based on company location. If the employer's in-kind contribution to the training (employee wages paid to JTIP trainee while attending classroom training exceed the cost of the training, then the reimbursement will be one hundred percent. Industry recognized certification programs are eligible for JTIP funding. The training may be provided through public or private educational institutions in New Mexico, private training organizations, national training certification programs, corporate trainers or a combination of training providers. The training may be conducted at the business's own facility, at the training provider's facility or virtually. Reimbursement for classroom training will have a cap of $6,000 per trainee.

(5) Facilities rental outside a public educational institution and equipment rental or purchase are not eligible for JTIP funds unless facilities are not available at the company or the educational institution.

(6) The executed contract shall comply with the governing legislation.

N.M. Admin. Code § 5.5.50.9

5.5.50.9 NMAC - N, 03-15-2006; A, 08-15-2007; A, 06-30-2008; A, 06-30-2011; A, 06-30-14, Amended by New Mexico Register, Volume XXVI, Issue 12, June 30, 2015, eff. 7/1/2015, Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXIX, Issue 12, June 26, 2018, eff. 6/26/2018, Amended by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXIV, Issue 12, June 27, 2023, eff. 6/27/2023