[F2F] E-Rate Training

Topics will include: Overview of the E-rate program What’s new for FY2026 New 5-Year Cat2 Budgets Changes to Eligible Service Benefits and requirements for participation EPC portal - login and maintenance Finding your E-Rate History Preparing for the Application Year Category 1 vs Category 2 Applying for E-Rate Form 470, Competitive Bidding, Choosing a Winner Form 471 details and contracts PIA Review E-Rate Approval and Acceptance Form 486 to accept funding Form 500 to make changes BEARs vs Discounts – getting reimbursed Record Keeping and Audit Preparation Q&A session The focus will be an interactive dialog with step-by-step examples. Handouts will be provided at the classes and will be available online prior to the sessions.