Job Training

A recent study done by Expansion Management Magazine ranked the State of Kansas among the top 15 in the country for work force training programs. States were judged on incentives, training programs, and availability of local school for training. The OPEDC can help you sort through a variety of workforce programs and continuing education programs offered through local educational institutions and the State of Kansas.

Kansas Industrial Training-Designed for new and expanding businesses creating at least five jobs, this program provides pre-employment and on-the-job training.  There is also a similar program available for existing Kansas employers that are expanding their operations- Kansas Industrial Retraining.  

Investments in Major Projects and Comprehensive Training (IMPACT)- Finances capital costs associated with a project's new jobs, including workforce training, relocation expenses, labor recruitment, building purchases and equipment.