Approved Training Program-a program provided by an approved training provider of technical and/or applied courses toward a credential in a top demand occupation.
Approved Training Provider-a Louisiana provider recognized by the Louisiana Workforce Commission and approved by the state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to provide technical and/or applied courses toward a credential in a top demand occupation.
Credential-industry-based certification, a certificate of applied science or a certificate of technical sciences approved by the Workforce Investment Council.
Technical or Applied Course-a course required for a credential in a top demand occupation.
Top Demand Occupation-an occupation identified by the Occupation Forecasting Conference as being in top demand in Louisiana and recognized by the State Industry-Based Certification Leadership Council.
La. Admin. Code tit. 28, § IV-1003