; (ii) supporting the cost of related instruction, assessment or licensure fees, or wages for program participants during related instruction; (iii) providing technical assistance to small- and medium-sized businesses on the program registration process and leveraging other available funds to support carrying out programs supported by this grant; or (iv) establishing or expanding partnerships to support program development or expansion, including establishing or expanding industry or sector partnerships to ensure inclusion of small- and medium-sized businesses. (3) Intermediary grants (A) National Industry and Equity Intermediaries An eligible entity that receives funds under section 201(a)(1)(C)(i) shall use such funds to carry out activities at a national and regional level to support the promotion and expansion of industry or equity intermediaries, which may include— (i) creating partnerships and leveraging collaborations with employers, workforce development organizations, industry associations, labor organizations, and education and training providers to help multiple employers make education and training more affordable and accelerate the expansion of programs under the national apprenticeship system nationwide; (ii) assisting employers in expanding programs, starting new programs, and working together to create a pipeline of skilled workers; (iii) increasing the participation and completion of nontraditional apprenticeship populations in programs under the national apprenticeship system, which may include— (I) supporting the development, implementation, and scaling of plans and practices; and (II) identifying, developing, and disseminating effective program tools and strategies; (iv) providing national activities to increase awareness and access to programs, including strategic marketing and outreach, technology improvements, and innovations that make it easier for employers to start programs and for individuals to connect with program opportunities