Finding and retaining skilled talent is the single most important factor for business competitiveness in today’s economy. KCTCS Workforce Solutions offers a range of options to address this challenge. From new hire and incumbent worker training to apprenticeship and work-based learning connectivity, we help companies increase retention, attract a skilled and reliable workforce, and improve employee productivity and satisfaction.

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How it Works

Our Workforce Solutions teams are strategically located at all 16 KCTCS colleges, so they know your community and understand your challenges. Each team is made up of experienced professionals who will work with you to design customized programs or services that best meet your company’s specific needs. Our partnership with you begins with a free consultation to determine your workforce development priorities. Next, our experts will: 

  • Administer assessments to identify gaps 
  • Provide a needs analysis 
  • Develop and deliver a customized training plan to meet your needs 
  • Connect you with available resources, including KCTCS TRAINS funds for eligible companies 

Our Difference

Flexibility 

Our services are built around your schedule. We can customize your training plan with the following options: 

  • On-site training at your location or ours 
  • Day, evening, and weekend options 
  • Online and hybrid availability 

Customization 

Your company is unique, and your training should be too. Our workforce liaisons will work with you to create a program that will prioritize the skillsets you value and utilize the technology your organization uses.  

Affordability 

Through funding opportunities supported by the Kentucky legislature, we are able to offset the cost of your training by 75%. Companies are eligible to receive an annual investment of $225,000 in their total project cost through our TRAINS fund. By partnering with us, you can stretch your training budget - broadening and deepening the skills of your workforce and increasing the number of employees or new hires you can train!