Opportunity Information: Apply for ED GRANTS 032312 002
Apply for ED GRANTS 032312 002
- The Department of Education in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Training for Realtime Writers Program CFDA 84.116K" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 84.116 Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 23, 2012 and posted on Mar 23, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 7, 2012 Applications Available March 23, 2012. Deadline for Transmittal of Applications May 7, 2012.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $1,127,684.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 4 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Eligible Applicants An IHE that offers a court reporting program that (1) Has a curriculum capable of training realtime writers qualified to provide captioning services (2) is accredited by an accrediting agency or association recognized by the Secretary and (3) is participating in student aid programs under Title IV of the HEA.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Training for Realtime Writers Program (CFDA 84.116K) is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Education under the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education. The program is designed to expand the pipeline of qualified realtime writers, with a clear focus on meeting federal closed captioning requirements for video programming under Section 713 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 613) and the related regulations. In practical terms, the grant supports efforts that train people to produce realtime text (often via stenographic methods) that can be used for live captioning, helping broadcasters and other video providers comply with accessibility standards.
The central objective is to fund institutions of higher education (IHEs) that can train and place individuals into jobs as realtime writers. The description explicitly includes people who have already completed a court reporting training program, signaling that the program is not limited to brand-new students and may also support upskilling or transitioning court reporting graduates into realtime captioning roles. The emphasis on both training and placement indicates that applicants are expected to do more than deliver instruction; they should also be oriented toward measurable workforce outcomes, such as graduates obtaining captioning-related employment or credentials that qualify them to provide captioning services.
Eligibility is limited to IHEs that offer a court reporting program and meet three specific requirements. First, the court reporting program must have a curriculum capable of training realtime writers who are qualified to provide captioning services. Second, the institution must be accredited by an accrediting agency or association recognized by the Secretary of Education. Third, the institution must be participating in Title IV federal student aid programs under the Higher Education Act, which generally indicates compliance with federal standards tied to student aid administration and institutional oversight. No cost sharing or matching is required, which lowers the barrier to applying because institutions do not need to commit non-federal funds as a condition of receiving an award.
For this particular posting cycle, the Department anticipated making 4 awards, with an estimated total funding amount of $1,127,684. The opportunity was posted on March 23, 2012, applications were made available the same day, and the deadline for transmittal of applications was May 7, 2012. The opportunity was archived on June 6, 2012, which typically indicates that the application window for that cycle has closed, though the program itself may reappear in future funding rounds depending on federal priorities and appropriations.
Applications had to be submitted electronically through Grants.gov using the governmentwide application system. Applicants were instructed to locate the application package by searching the CFDA number without the alpha suffix, meaning they should search for "84.116" rather than "84.116K." The funding opportunity number associated with this announcement is ED-GRANTS-032312-002. Assistance for technical issues with Grants.gov was available through the Grants.gov Helpdesk at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov.
For program-specific questions, the notice lists two primary contacts at the Department of Education. Joyce Mays is identified as a Management Analyst (202-245-6122, joyce.mays@ed.gov). The Program Manager is Frederick Winter, reachable at (202) 502-7632, with an office address at the U.S. Department of Education, 1990 K Street NW, Room 6142, Washington, DC 20006. The synopsis also notes that the authoritative details for eligibility, requirements, and application instructions are contained in the official Federal Register notice, and directs readers to access the Federal Register online for the complete and controlling version of the announcement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Training for Realtime Writers Program (CFDA 84.116K)?
The Training for Realtime Writers Program (CFDA 84.116K) is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Education under the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE). It supports efforts to expand the pipeline of qualified realtime writers who can produce realtime text used for live captioning.
What is the purpose of this grant?
The program is designed to fund institutions of higher education (IHEs) that can train and place individuals into jobs as realtime writers. The grant emphasizes both training and workforce outcomes, meaning projects are expected to focus on preparing participants for captioning-related roles and supporting placement into employment.
How does this program relate to federal closed captioning requirements?
The stated focus is on meeting federal closed captioning requirements for video programming under Section 713 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 613) and related regulations. In practical terms, the training supported by the grant helps produce qualified professionals who can provide live captioning services that support accessibility compliance.
What activities does the grant support?
Based on the description provided, the grant supports efforts that train people to produce realtime text (often using stenographic methods) for live captioning. It also supports activities oriented toward placement, indicating applicants should be prepared to demonstrate workforce-related outcomes such as graduates obtaining captioning-related employment or qualifying credentials.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to institutions of higher education (IHEs) that offer a court reporting program and meet specific requirements described in the announcement.
What are the specific eligibility requirements for institutions?
An eligible IHE must meet all three of the following requirements:
- The institution offers a court reporting program with a curriculum capable of training realtime writers who are qualified to provide captioning services.
- The institution is accredited by an accrediting agency or association recognized by the Secretary of Education.
- The institution participates in Title IV federal student aid programs under the Higher Education Act.
Does the program include participants who already completed court reporting training?
Yes. The description explicitly includes people who have already completed a court reporting training program, indicating the program is not limited to brand-new students and may support upskilling or transitioning court reporting graduates into realtime captioning roles.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement states that no cost sharing or matching is required, so institutions do not need to commit non-federal funds as a condition of receiving an award.
How many awards were anticipated for this posting cycle?
For this particular posting cycle, the Department anticipated making 4 awards.
What was the estimated total funding amount for this posting cycle?
The estimated total funding amount for this cycle was $1,127,684.
When was this opportunity posted, and what were the key dates?
The opportunity was posted on March 23, 2012, and applications were made available the same day. The deadline for transmittal of applications was May 7, 2012. The opportunity was archived on June 6, 2012.
What does it mean that the opportunity was archived?
The posting being archived typically indicates the application window for that cycle has closed. The description also notes the program itself may reappear in future funding rounds depending on federal priorities and appropriations.
How were applications required to be submitted?
Applications had to be submitted electronically through Grants.gov using the governmentwide application system.
How should applicants locate the application package on Grants.gov?
Applicants were instructed to locate the application package by searching the CFDA number without the alpha suffix. That means searching for "84.116" rather than "84.116K."
What is the funding opportunity number for this announcement?
The funding opportunity number associated with this announcement is ED-GRANTS-032312-002.
Who can help with Grants.gov technical issues?
For technical issues with Grants.gov, applicants could contact the Grants.gov Helpdesk at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov.
Who are the program contacts at the U.S. Department of Education?
The notice lists two primary program contacts:
- Joyce Mays, Management Analyst: 202-245-6122, joyce.mays@ed.gov
- Frederick Winter, Program Manager: (202) 502-7632, U.S. Department of Education, 1990 K Street NW, Room 6142, Washington, DC 20006
Where can applicants find the official and controlling requirements and instructions?
The synopsis states that authoritative details for eligibility, requirements, and application instructions are contained in the official Federal Register notice. Applicants are directed to access the Federal Register online for the complete and controlling version of the announcement.
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