MCC-Workforce & Economic Development

This Teacher Appreciation Week, we proudly celebrate our Career & Technical Education instructors who do so much more than teach—they mentor, inspire, and prepare the next generation of skilled professionals.

From the classroom to the lab, shop, and worksite, your dedication helps students build confidence, master their craft, and create pathways to meaningful careers.

Thank you for sharing your expertise, investing in our students, and strengthening our workforce and community every day.

Your impact goes far beyond campus—you’re shaping futures.

MCC’s College for Kids Summer Program is back—and it’s better than ever! From hands-on STEM experiments and creative arts to career exploration and interactive learning, kids get the chance to discover new interests, build skills, and make new friends in a safe, supportive environment.

👩‍🔬 Spark curiosity
🎨 Get creative
🚀 Explore future careers
🤝 Build confidence

Programs are designed for a variety of age groups and interests, with flexible scheduling options to fit your summer plans.

📅 Spots fill quickly—don’t wait!
👉 Register today and give your child a summer they’ll never forget.

https://mcckc.edu/continuing-education/college-4-kids.aspx

Missouri P.O.S.T. certified officers—stay sharp, stay prepared, and stay ahead.

Metropolitan Community College’s Public Safety Institute offers high-quality continuing education and training designed to keep your skills current and your knowledge up to date. From tactical refreshers to leadership development, our courses are built to support you at every stage of your career.

Train with experienced instructors, gain practical, real-world insights, and meet your Missouri P.O.S.T. requirements with confidence.

Invest in your growth. Strengthen your impact. Serve your community at the highest level.

Learn more and register today.

This National Apprenticeship Week, we’re celebrating the power of hands-on learning and the pathways it creates to real, lasting careers.
Apprenticeships aren’t just about gaining skills—they’re about building confidence, earning while you learn, and opening doors to opportunities that can change lives. From the classroom to the job site, apprentices are putting in the work today to lead tomorrow.
To every apprentice putting in the hours, every mentor sharing their knowledge, and every employer investing in the future workforce—thank you. Your impact is real, and it matters.
Let’s keep building stronger futures, one apprenticeship at a time. 💪🔧

On Oct. 7, 2025, Debi Rice, Workforce Coordinator attended the KC Chamber Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace series and received an award for completion.

ATSI and MCC Technical Skills in the News!

LINC, MCC-Penn Valley aim to show students a world of 'great jobs' in advanced technical trades - LINC Good things are happening with the Metropolitan Community College's mission to boost career opportunities for all Kansas City youth, and LINC is readying to join the cause.

SEE OUR UPCOMING OSHA CLASSES: OSHA 2015-Hazardous Materials, Oct. 27-30, OSHA 2264-Permit Required Confined Space, Nov. 10-12 and OSHA 3015-Excavation, Trenching & Soil Mechanics, Nov. 17-19. ENROLL HERE NOW: https://mcckc.edu/continuing-education/osha.aspx

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National Manufacturing Day, is the first Friday each October! Manufacturing’s biggest annual event helps inspire the next generation of creators. Join us in celebrating ! MFGDay.com

WED in the news:

KCBJ Panasonic energy workforce - Kansas City Business Journal At a panel discussion sponsored by Panasonic Energy and moderated by Kansas City Business Journal Publisher Stacie Prosser, local experts discussed the innovative strategies, partnerships and training models they’re employing to bridge the skills gap and find tomorrow’s workers today.