How does NWLB work?

• NWLB is a one-time offer, available on a first come, first served basis

• Participants have three years to sign up for the program beginning August 1, 2007.

• Training must be completed within four years of enrollment.

• Tuition of up to $5,000 per year for two years is available to cover costs, including instructional
  costs, books, materials, fees (such as application costs, registration, and laboratory fees), and
  academic supportive services (counseling and career advising).

• NWLB is being launched August 1, 2007, using existing federal workforce training funding.

• The fiscal year 2008 Executive Budget Recommendation for the Department of Labor and
  Economic Growth includes first year funding of $77 million, including $37 million in federal
  Workforce Investment Act funds and $40 million from the General Fund.