The Individual Microcredential Assistance Program (IMAP) is a competitive initiative designed to help Ohioans gain industry-recognized microcredentials and advance their skills for today’s workforce. Through partnerships with approved training providers, participants can complete targeted training programs that improve employability and strengthen Ohio’s talent pipeline.
IMAP training providers cover all tuition, fees, and related costs—so you can focus on learning new skills and earning a credential that can lead to a great job. Whether you’re looking to upskill, reskill, or start a new career path, IMAP makes it possible at no cost to you.
Individual training programs may have additional requirements. To learn more, please contact the IMAP training provider you are interested in using.
| Training Provider Name: | Cuyahoga Valley Career Center |
| HVAC Electrical, HVAC Heating Diagnostic, Cooling Certification apprenticeships, installers service technicians, controls technicians, system designers, sales managers, project managers, or facility managers | Electrical for HVAC |
| HVAC Systems Diagnostics & Troubleshooting | |
| HVAC Systems with Cooling | |
| EPA Section 608 Stationary Refrigeration Technician | |
| Emergency Medical Technician – Basic, Emergency Medical Technician – Advanced, Paramedics, Flight Medics, Emergency Room technicians, Firefighter Further education, nursing, Physician Assistant (PA), medical school. Other paths include, EMS education, EMS management, specialized medical transport or industrial security role | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) |
| One attempt at the NREMT to earn certification below is included | |
| Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS), Ohio Emergency Medical Services (EMS) – Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | |
| BLS CPR (included) | |
| Dental assistant (EFDA, Orthodontic Assistant–administrative management (Office Manager) –education (Instructors) With additional training, Dental, Dental Hygienists, Dental Technicians, Dental Sales Representatives, etc | A single attempt at RDA is included but not required to work in the field |
| BLS CPR (included) | |
| Machine Operator, progressing through advanced positions such as CNC Programmer, Set-Up Machinist, and Tool & Die Maker. Advancement requires combining industry credentials (e.g., NIMS, MSSC), CAD/CAM software expertise, and CNC machinery skills, often leading to roles like Production Supervisor or Manufacturing | Machine Fundamentals |
| Machine Tool Introduction | |
| Milling Machinist (CNC Mill Level I) | |
| Lathe Essentials (CNC Turning Level I) | |
| CAD/CAM Systems | |
| Advanced Machining Processes ( Level I & Level II) Can be taken separately | |
| Fiber Optic Installer, Cable Technician, Low Voltage Technician, Telecom Technician, Junior Fiber Technician, Fiber Optic Technician, Fiber Splicing Technician, Fiber Testing Technician, Fiber Maintenance Technician, Senior Fiber Technician, Fiber Network Engineer, Data Center Fiber Specialist, Crew Lead / Foreman, Fiber Project Manager, Telecom Construction Manager, Telecommunications Engineer, Network Architect, Fiber Contractor / Business Owner | Certified Fiber Optic Technician |
To learn more about IMAP-eligible programs and enrollment details, contact:
