If retraining is identified through the vocational process, an injured employee may accept or decline the opportunity to participate. WSI's school cordinator contact provides guidance on class schedules, tutoring assistance, and monitors academic progress.
Once retraining is completed, WSI offers scholarships if the injured employee would like to continue their education.
Scholarships may be granted to an injured employee, or the spouse or children of an injured employee when:
- A retraining program is completed
- There is an exceptional circumstance
- There is a catastrophic injury
- There is a death resulting from a compensable injury
The maximum amount payable is $12,500 per year for no more than 5 years. (The 5-year maximum for injured employee who attended a retraining program includes the years of retraining under the vocational rehabilitation statute.)
Scholarships are paid directly to the accredited college or technical institution and include tuition, books, and fees.