Consistent with Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) and the SBA Strategic Plan, the Agency will evaluate SBA's training programs and initiatives to access the impact of training on start-up and in business clients. The survey will be used to measure effects of face-to- face and online training on the respondents an to, evaluate the effectiveness, usefulness and relevancy of the training provided and whether the training led to job retention or creation and in increases in start-up, survival rates and revenues.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.