Normal workdays falling within academic recess periods should be charged to leave unless you devote such periods to study or research or unless you are returned to a work status. Normally you are in full pay status while participating in agency or interagency training programs. However, training law prohibits paying overtime to title 5 employees who are in training or while they are traveling to training. Your agency could pay or reimburse you for such expenses although it is not required to do so by law. Agencies keep records of approved training in their training files, procurement records, and electronic personnel records.
Agencies use their records for planning and evaluation purposes.
Your personal records are not kept permanently in your official personnel file. You should keep your own record of any significant programs, whether sponsored by your agency or taken on your own. If you do not complete the agreement, you may have to repay the agency for your training expenses.