Fund Your School's AI Training with Ohio TechCred
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Bring AI Policy & Literacy Cohorts to Your District with State Funding!
Forward Edge AI Training offers programs that are designed to meet the strict eligibility requirements for the Ohio TechCred Program. This means schools and businesses in Ohio can be reimbursed up to $1,000 per staff member, or $30,000 per application upon completion of our approved, technology-focused training credentials.
Which Offering is Eligible for TechCred Reimbursement?
What to Expect:
- Building AI Literacy - Teams will gain critical knowledge about AI and its impact on education. Participants will learn the skills to teach and implement AI safely and ethically.
- Grow AI Skills - Build capacity for utilizing AI to enhance teaching, and productivity. AI skills will be implemented through personalized guidance, projects, and coaching.
- AI Policy Creation - Teams will draft and design AI policies that match your community and values. Participants will be equipped to lead responsible AI integration.
- Leadership and Collaboration - Grow leadership skills and empower your educators to be AI experts. Create collaborative environments that work for your community and are built by your community.
How TechCred Works
Navigating state grant funding shouldn't feel like a full-time job. We take the complexity out of educational funding, so you can focus on empowering your educators and driving student success. With Ohio TechCred your district can receive up to $1,000 per individual and up to $30,000 per application round to upskill your educators. Here is how we partner through every step of the process.
- Select Your AI Cohort Training
- Submit Your Application (this year's application window opens at 9:00 a.m. on October 1, 2026, and closes at 3:00 p.m. on October 30, 2026.)
- Once approved, work with our team to get your cohort scheduled.
- After completing your training, submit your proof of completion to TechCred to receive your grant reimbursement.
Interested in Other Options?
Find Your Perfect AI Training Program with our Cohorts & Individual Sessions:
- Policy and Literacy Cohort: A year-long program to build foundational skills and collaboratively draft policy.
- Impact and Innovation Cohort: An advanced, dual-track cohort for admins and teachers focused on personalized solutions and ethical use, including 1:1 virtual coaching.
- Gemini Academy: Flexible workshops (from 90 mins to full-day immersions) to empower your staff with the Google's AI tools you already use.
- Individual Sessions: À la carte workshops for in-service days, covering targeted topics like "Foundations of AI" and "Ethics & Policy".
Pedagogy and Teaching Frameworks
Delve into pedagogical frameworks and demonstrate how AI can support methodologies for creating highly effective lesson plans and content.
Differentiated and Accessible Lesson Design
Learn to use AI tools for accessibility to create differentiated and accessible educational materials that accommodate diverse learner needs, including ELL students.
Vibe Coding for Educators
Explore different tools to create personalized and interactive activities from scratch. No coding or scripting skills are required!
Supercharge Coaching with AI
We'll focus on exploring tools and use-cases specifically designed for those who support teacher professional development and growth.
Request More Information on Cohorts & Pricing
Interested in our year-long cohort programs or specific pricing details? Let's connect!
"You will not be replaced by AI, but our students and children will be competing with those who know how to leverage AI to do more with less."
-Matthäus Huelse, AI Operations Specialist at Forward Edge