Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS): Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA): Rehabilitation Training: Rehabilitation Long-Term Training Program-- Undergraduate Education in Rehabilitation Services ALN 84.129L
ID: 359722Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

Award Range

$0 - $175K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359722

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-06-17/pdf/2025-11118.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Education is inviting applications for the Rehabilitation Long-Term Training (RLTT) program, aimed at addressing personnel shortages in vocational rehabilitation through discretionary grants. This program requires grantees to allocate at least 65% of project funds as scholarships to students specializing in various rehabilitation fields, including vocational rehabilitation and mental health services for individuals with disabilities. The RLTT program is crucial for enhancing the skills of personnel who support individuals with disabilities, thereby improving employment outcomes and fostering inclusivity in the workforce. Interested applicants, including states, nonprofit agencies, and educational institutions, should note that the application period opens on June 20, 2025, with a submission deadline of July 17, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Diandrea Bailey at the U.S. Department of Education via email at 84.129@ed.gov or by phone at (202) 245-6244.

    Point(s) of Contact
    84.129@ed.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2024-30488.pdf
    The Department of Education has released revised common instructions for applicants to its discretionary grant programs, superseding the previous version dated December 7, 2022. This updated guidance serves as a centralized resource for submitting grant applications and clarifies specific requirements relating to application content, formatting, and the use of grants.gov for electronic submissions. Key points include the necessity of having a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), maintaining current registration with the System for Award Management (SAM), and adherence to deadlines where applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the specified date. The document also emphasizes the acceptable use of artificial intelligence in application processes while cautioning against the risks associated with its use. Furthermore, it outlines procedures for submitting paper applications and ensures accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities. Overall, these revised instructions aim to streamline the application process and facilitate applicants in effectively seeking federal grant funding while adhering to compliance mandates.
    2025-11118.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Education is inviting applications for the Rehabilitation Long-Term Training (RLTT) program for fiscal year 2025, providing $15 million in discretionary grants aimed at addressing personnel shortages in vocational rehabilitation. The grant requirements include awarding at least 65% of project funds as scholarships to scholars specializing in various rehabilitation areas, such as vocational rehabilitation, rehabilitation technology, mental health rehabilitation, and services for individuals with disabilities. The application period opens on June 20, 2025, with a deadline of July 17, 2025. The RLTT program emphasizes innovative training methods, including the incorporation of advanced technology, to equip personnel with necessary skills to support individuals with disabilities effectively. Eligible applicants include states, nonprofit agencies, and educational institutions. The announcement outlines various priorities, including a focus on state VR personnel training, and mandates rigorous accountability measures, such as performance evaluations and budget disclosures. This initiative aligns with the federal goal of enhancing rehabilitation services to improve employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities, fostering inclusivity and workforce integration.
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