Ohio has been awarded $20-million in federal money for worker training.

Richland Community Development Group Director Bridget McDaniel urges companies to submit their applications, to receive up to $4000 for each worker participating in the Ohio Incumbent Worker Training Voucher Program.

McDaniel says companies want their employees to qualify for advanced positions and this is a great opportunity to get half of the training cost covered.

Applications will be accepted starting Monday.

Companies should call the Richland Community Development Group at 419-755-7234 for more information on obtaining and filling-out an application.

Training must begin on or after February 4, and be completed by June 30, 2013.