EDD-approved training programs - where's the actual list of eligible schools?

Unfortunately, EDD doesn't maintain a centralized list of approved training programs because approval depends on your specific situation and claim. The process works differently - you first find a training program you're interested in, THEN you apply for CTB approval for that specific program. The main providers that are typically pre-approved include: - Adult schools run by your local school district - Community colleges - Programs approved by the CA Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education - Programs on the Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL) through your local America's Job Center Your best bet is to visit your local America's Job Center (AJCC) - they can help you find training programs that would likely qualify for CTB approval.

theres no list man its all a big maze they make u go thru. i went to my local job center and they helped me sign up for a hvac program at the community college. but ya gotta get approved BEFORE u start classes or edd will deny ur training benefits!! learned that the hard way lol

I went through this entire process last year when I wanted to take pharmacy tech courses. Here's how it actually works: 1. You first need to find a program you're interested in 2. Then you need to submit a CTB application through UI Online or by calling EDD 3. EDD reviews your selected program to determine if it qualifies 4. If approved, you can attend training while still receiving benefits The reason there's no master list is because eligibility depends on many factors - your location, current skills, labor market needs, program length, etc. I recommend checking CalJOBS (https://www.caljobs.ca.gov/) and filtering for training providers in your area. The America's Job Centers are definitely your best resource - they can direct you to programs that have been approved for others in the past. And yes, unfortunately at some point you'll likely need to call EDD to finalize your CTB application.

I SPENT 3 WEEKS trying to find this mythical "list" of approved programs!!! The EDD website is THE WORST!!! Kept clicking links in circles like you said. FINALLY got through to someone on the phone who told me there IS NO MASTER LIST!! They approve training on a case-by-case basis. What a waste of time!!! 😡 You have to find a program first, THEN apply for CTB approval. So backwards!

If you're having trouble getting through to EDD (who isn't these days), you might want to try Claimyr. I was in the same boat last month trying to get my training program approved and couldn't get past the "maximum callers reached" message for days. Claimyr got me connected to an EDD rep in about 20 minutes. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km The EDD rep I spoke with helped me understand the whole CTB process and confirmed my community college program would qualify. Saved me weeks of uncertainty!

I did vocational training through CTB last year! Here's what I learned: The program needs to be: - At least 3 months but less than 1 year (typically) - Full-time training (at least 20 hours/week) - For an in-demand occupation - Through an eligible provider (community colleges are easy approvals) Online-only programs are HARD to get approved unless they're through an accredited school. Udemy/Coursera usually don't qualify because they're self-paced and don't have formal enrollment. Good luck!!

my wife had to deal with this same thing. she went to the worksource center (same as america's job center) and they helped her find a medical assistant program that edd would approve. they already knew which schools had been approved before so it was way easier than trying to figure it out herself. might wanna try that route

i think the website ur looking for is this one https://www.dir.ca.gov/databases/das/aigstart.asp thats where i found some apprenticeship programs but not sure if thats what ur looking for

To update this thread with the most current information: EDD has made some changes to the CTB program in 2025. Now, you should: 1. First apply for CTB through UI Online by selecting "School or Training" in your contact preferences 2. Schedule a phone appointment to discuss your training interests with an EDD representative 3. Receive guidance on programs in your area that are likely to be approved 4. Submit your formal CTB application once you've selected a program The process is still not ideal, but they're making efforts to streamline it. Most importantly, do NOT enroll in or pay for any program until you have written CTB approval from EDD!

I went through this exact same frustration when I was laid off from my retail job last fall! The EDD website is absolutely terrible for finding this info. What finally worked for me was calling my local community college directly and asking their financial aid office which programs they offer that typically get CTB approval. They were super helpful and told me that their IT certificate programs (like network administration and cybersecurity) almost always get approved because they're considered "high-demand" occupations. The key is finding programs that are: - Full-time (20+ hours/week) - Between 3-12 months long - Lead to certifications in growing fields I ended up doing a 6-month web development bootcamp through the college and got approved no problem. Way easier than trying to navigate EDD's website maze! Good luck with your IT training - that's definitely a smart field to get into right now.