CalPATH: Training Funds For California Media Companies (ETP)
Unlock Subsidized Training for Your Media Team
Key Code Education’s CalPATH (California Post-Production Advancement Training Hub) utilizes California’s ETP program and offers an incredible opportunity for media and entertainment companies across the state. With government-subsidized training, your team can access high-level courses in post-production and media software at an exceptional discount – or even free!
CalPATH: Your PATH to Education Funding
CalPATH, backed by the Employment Training Panel (ETP), is a state-funded initiative designed to help California businesses stay competitive by covering costs associated with essential vocational training for employees. Key Code Education offers industry-recognized courses tailored for the media and entertainment sectors with hands-on, project-based training for:
- Avid Media Composer
- Avid Pro Tools
- Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Video Editing and Assistant Editing
- Motion Graphics and Visual Effects
- Color Grading and Color Management
- Audio Mixing and Sound Design
- Post-Production Engineering
- Media Management
Once your company is approved, employees can take 200 hours of training each! Receive an incredible discount on all of our classes, some are even completely free! Companies can also receive training rebates based on enrollment volume to see even greater savings. Eligible employees can easily self-register for classes or companies can send in group enrollments.
- Cost-Savings: With ETP subsidies, companies can save tens of thousands of dollars on employee training.
- Employee Development: Enhance your team’s technical and creative skills, ensuring they are up-to-date with ever-changing technology.
- Boost Productivity: With certified training in industry-standard tools, your employees can work more efficiently and deliver top-tier content, saving your team time, money, and headaches.
- Flexible Training Options: Courses can be tailored to your company’s schedule and can be delivered either on-site or remotely.
Who is Eligible?
California-based media and entertainment companies in post-production, film, television, digital media, broadcast, radio, and related sectors are eligible. Your employees must work at least 35 hours per week and meet certain job classifications to qualify for CalPATH funding.
- Submit Your No-Obligation Application: Click here to fill out a quick form to see if your company is eligible with zero obligation or fees.
- Contact Us: Schedule a consultation to discuss your training needs and determine your eligibility for the CalPATH/ETP program.
- Custom Training Plan: We’ll work with you to design a custom training program that fits your company’s schedule and goals.
- Enroll Your Team: Once the plan is approved, enroll your employees in the subsidized training.
- Start Learning: Your team will gain expert-led instruction and hands-on experience with the industry’s top tools.
FAQ
- How much does it cost?
Depending on eligibility, companies can receive up to 100% subsidization for training costs. - What is the time commitment?
Class schedules are flexible, with options for short intensive workshops or more extended training series spread over several weeks. Custom classes are also available online, in-person, or on-site. - What certifications are available?
Upon completion, employees can receive industry-recognized certifications in software like Avid, Adobe, DaVinci Resolve, and more. - What is ETP?
Employment Training Panel (ETP) is a California state program that allocates funding to reinvest in employees’ advancement by leveraging employment taxes.
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CalPATH Eligibility Requirements for Media Companies:
- Companies must be based in California
- Companies must have a valid California Employer Account Number (CEAN); number is required on application
- Any and all training-related fees must be paid by the employer/company (not the employee/student)
- Students must be California residents, work full-time as W-2 employees, and earn the minimum wage as outlined below ($2.50 in health benefits may be used to supplement) by the end of a 90-day retention with their employer after their last day of training.
| COUNTIES | NEW HIRE | RETRAINEE |
| MINIMUM WAGE AFTER RETENTION | MINIMUM WAGE AFTER RETENTION | |
| Alameda, Marin, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and San Francisco | $20.50 | $24.60 |
| Contra Costa | $20.21 | $24.25 |
| Los Angeles | $19.30 | $23.15 |
| Orange | $18.76 | $22.55 |
| San Diego | $18.94 | $22.72 |
| All Other Counties | $18.45 | $22.55 |
- Students must take a minimum of 8 hours (and can do up to 200 hours) of training.
- Students must be actively training to remain in ETP and hold no gaps in training in excess of 90 days.
- Students must not be receiving training from more than one (1) ETP-contracted facility at a time.
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