Skills Development Fund
Established by the 74th Texas Legislature in 1995, the Skills Development Fund (SDF) is Texas’ premier workforce training incentive program. Administered by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), the program provides grant funding to support customized job training for new and incumbent workers in partnership with Texas public community and technical colleges.
Overview
The Texas Skills Development Fund (SDF), administered by the Texas Workforce Commission, provides grant funding for customized workforce training to support new and expanding employers. Funds are awarded through partnerships with public community and technical colleges to offset the cost of training new hires and upskilling incumbent employees.
In Killeen, companies work directly with Central Texas College (CTC) and Workforce Solutions of Central Texas to design and implement industry-specific training programs aligned with operational needs.
Key Features
Grant Funding (no repayment if performance requirements are met)
Supports new hire and incumbent worker training
Customized curriculum tailored to employer needs
Eligible for manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, defense, technology, and other targeted sectors
Training may occur on-site or at the college
SDF is a competitive, performance-based program evaluated on job creation, wage levels, and long-term economic impact.
The Killeen EDC coordinates directly with TWC and regional training partners to integrate SDF into comprehensive incentive packages for qualifying projects.