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support services and case management for E&T program participants. Tracks and enters all client participation, case notes and outcome data into the E&T database. How does the E&T unit coordinate and communicate on an ongoing basis with the units responsible for certification policy? SCDSS eligibility staff are responsible for all actions related to determining SNAP eligibility including interviews, certification, recertification, and verifying information. During the certification process (initial application or recertification), staff will notify SNAP recipients about the availability of the E&T Program. During the application process, eligibility and case management staff utilize an oral script during the interview process to determine if a client meets the eligibility criteria to receive SNAP benefits. Once eligibility has been established, the individuals are screened to determine if the client meets any work registration exemptions. If the client does not meet an exemption, the worker codes them as a work registrant (WR). South Carolina notifies all WRs about their work requirements as well as the SNAP E&T program (and other work programs). This information is mailed to the SNAP recipient in their benefit approval letter. Following the determination for SNAP approval, a written Consolidated Work Notice is sent. After screening the client for appropriateness (i.e. ability to work, interested in participation, etc.) the eligibility staff will refer all eligible SNAP participants to the E&T program. After a client is referred to the E&T program, the client is assigned to an E&T Coordinator. The E&T Coordinator will conduct an orientation, complete an assessment and an individualized employment plan with the client. Based on the assessment and client’s interview, the client is then referred to a component and provided support services if needed. Describe the State's relationships and communication with intermediaries or E&T providers. The E&T program contracts with various community-based organizations, state agencies and technical colleges statewide. South Carolina utilizes a MIS system, the South Carolina Comprehensive Employment & Training System database (SCCETS), as its main source of communication with partner agencies. The SCCETS database is a web-based provider portal which allows the state and partner agencies to enter and share participation data, outcome data, certifications, employment, case management notes and all pertinent information pertaining to the client’s participation in the E&T program (assessments, employment plans, support services provided, etc.). The state agency can view all data entered into the system by all contracted partner agencies. Communication is also done through email, virtual meetings on Microsoft Teams, by telephone, and in person. Describe how the State agency shares new policies, procedures, or other information with the intermediary or other E&T provider. In order to keep all partners aware of new policies, procedures and other programmatic information, the SC E&T program: • Schedules virtual training meetings to provide updates and information; • Updates and submits copies of the SNAP E&T Third Party Reimbursement Program Provider Handbook; • Schedules individual training and technical assistance for partner agencies; and • Conducts an annual training conference that provides updates and technical assistance. Describe how the State agency, intermediaries, and E&T providers share participant data and information. Include the names of any MIS systems (or other modes of communication) used. The SC E&T program contracts with various community-based organizations, state agencies and technical colleges statewide. South Carolina utilizes a MIS system, the South Carolina Comprehensive Employment & 1/29/26, 9:36 AM State Plan SC FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-scfy26stateplan//index.html 14/125