1. There is no suitable employment available for the adversely affected worker.



2. The worker would benefit from appropriate training, as it should provide necessary skills to gain employment and be within the worker's abilities to complete.



3. There is a reasonable expectation of employment following completion of such training. This emphasizes favorable market conditions for the employment sought after training.



4. Training approved by the Secretary is reasonably available to the worker from either public or private providers, which includes access to a variety of training, a variety of institutions, and training outside of commuting area as necessary.



5. The worker i qualified to undertake and complete training. The individual has the appropriate educational background and work experience and the financial resources to complete the training.



6. Such training is appropriate for the worker and available at a reasonable cost. Reasonable cost is based on: the total cost of program, including training, related expenses, travel or transportation costs and subsistence expenses.

Some states may have other criteria in addition to those listed. Learn more by reading about other requirements of a training program.