Your workforce is your greatest investment — and the right training strategy delivers measurable return. At Fort Hays Tech | North Central, we work alongside employers to build strong talent pipelines, reduce hiring gaps, and create customized training solutions that move businesses forward. From upskilling your current team and developing Registered Apprenticeships to connecting you with career-ready graduates and student sponsorship opportunities, we help you secure the skilled workforce you need — today and for the future. When you partner with Fort Hays Tech | North Central, you’re not just filling positions — you’re building long-term workforce sustainability and strengthening the economic vitality of our region.
- Workforce Trainings: Workforce training programs provide short-term instruction designed to address specific skills gaps and immediate workforce needs. These trainings typically range from one day to eight weeks and focus on targeted, practical skill development to quickly upskill employees.
- Registered Apprenticeships: An apprenticeship is a paid employment opportunity where individuals gain hands-on experience while learning a trade or profession. In addition to on-the-job training, apprentices spend at least 20% of their working hours completing classroom-based learning through a college, university, or approved training provider. This combination of practical and academic instruction leads to a nationally recognized qualification.
- Sponsorships: A sponsorship program is a long-term workforce development strategy in which a business provides financial assistance for tuition in exchange for a post-graduation employment commitment. This approach helps employers build a pipeline of qualified talent while supporting students in achieving their educational goals.
Contact:
Samantha Johnson
Director of Apprenticeships & Workforce Development
(785) 639-5872
Custom Trainings for Your Business
Workforce Development
We partner directly with employers to develop tailored, industry-aligned training programs that build qualified talent and strengthen your workforce. Explore our current training opportunities, or contact us to create a customized program that meets your organization’s needs.
Build a Skilled Workforce - Faster
Registered Apprenticeships
Registered Apprenticeships blend paid hands-on training with technical instruction, leading to nationally recognized credentials. They help workers grow valuable skills while supporting employers in building a strong, competitive workforce. Whether you are an employer or an employee, contact us to see options available to you.
Finding The Talent You Need
Hire Employees
Partner with our college to help elevate your company’s presence across the state. Our partnerships give you access to resources that support recruitment, marketing, networking, and potential funding opportunities—helping you find qualified workers and strengthen your existing workforce. Become a sponsor for a student to pursue studies in one of our programs, in exchange for a commitment to work with your company for a specified number of years after graduation.