The Panel does not do training. It contracts with businesses and training agencies to offer training for employment in jobs that provide reasonable wages, career potential and long-term job security. California manufacturers almost always qualify for the program. Funding Employment Training Panel programs are funded by the Employment Training Tax. This tax is assessed on every California employer who pays unemployment insurance.
All contracts are performance-based.
Current employees may be trained as well as new hires. The seven Panel members, who have business and labor backgrounds, are appointed by the Governor and the leadership of the Legislature. The Panel programs are administered by an Executive Director who is also appointed by the Governor. Training new employees for employers who cannot find needed skilled workers. Retraining current employees to prevent unemployment as business and workers cope with changes in technology, job requirements, competition and productivity.