Training Programs
If you are unable to work due to your industrial injury, you may work with a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) to develop a training plan to train you for a new job. Your VRC will discuss with you the vocational process and the options available.
Once the training plan is approved by L&I, there are 2 options:
- Option 1 is to participate in the plan approved by L&I.
- Option 2 gives you the ability to develop a plan on your own.
You must use licensed, accredited, or otherwise approved training programs with your Option 2 benefits.
There are resources to help you find a licensed, accredited, or otherwise L&I approved training program:
- CheckOutaCollege.com (www.CheckOutaCollege.com) matches interests to community and trade programs in Washington State.
- Career Bridge (www.CareerBridge.wa.gov) can help you find the education and training you need to get the job you want.
- If you find a school or training program that isn't licensed or accredited, they still may qualify for an L&I provider number. See Becoming a Training Provider for more information.
- Contact Karen Ahrens, 360-902-4529 to find out if a school is already an L&I provider.
