Food Stamp Employment and Training.
The Food Stamp Employment and Training (FSET) program is part of the Nutrition Title of the Farm Bill. It was created to help food stamp recipients gain skills, training, or experience and increase their ability to obtain regular employment. FSET funds can be used to provide enhanced individualized services to program participants and are a potential food stamp outreach tool for low-income working families.
The 2008 Farm Bill included several key changes to the FSET program, including reforms proposed by National Skills Coalition that removed restrictions on program participation for working individuals and expanded the scope of post-employment support services allowable under the program.
This page contains materials and analysis, developed by National Skills Coaltion, about the FSET program.
National Skills Coaltion Platform and Overview
Audio Update Podcast - The New FSET | June 2008
Listen to an audio update on the new FSET reforms included in the 2008 Farm Bill.
- Overview of the new law
- Considerations for state FSET expansion plans
- Lessons learned from the California experienceWhat is FSET | August 2008
What is FSET | August 2008
FSET Overview | Training Policy in Brief, 2007
Audio Update Podcast - End of Session Wrap-Up | December 2007
Listen to this section of our end of session wrap- up summarizing the status of Trade Adjustment Assistance and Food Stamp Employment and Training.
FSET Funding & Food Stamp Work Registrants, 2004-2006 | April 2007
FSET Program Funding, 1996-2006 | April 2007
FSET Reauthorization Recommendations | April 2007
Current Law
Agency Regulation and Guidance
Food Stamp Program Rules | USDA Food and Nutrition Service
Preparing State Employment and Training Plans | USDA Food and Nutrition Service, 2003
Other Resources
Where the Funds Are: The Use of FSET Funds for Workforce Training Programs | Center for Law and Social Policy, 2007
