Educational Institutions

In the local area, there is an array of educational institutions that can provide employee training. Local institutions are listed below alphabetically.

Baker University

Information Source: Baker University

Baker University has been delivering excellence in the classroom since 1858. They continue to build on this tradition with quality professors, bright students and a strong commitment to innovation. Together, these elements help create an interactive learning environment that promotes participation and sparks ideas. Their alumni include four Rhodes Scholars and two Pulitzer Prize winners. Baker University is consistently ranked one of the top universities in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report.

This institution offers four year degrees and graduate degrees. Baker provides courses in the areas of business, liberal arts and education. Baker University is located approximately 20 miles from Lawrence.

Contact Information

Baker University
Admissions
P.O. Box 65
618 Eighth Street
Baldwin City, KS 66006
(785) 594.6451
1.800.873.4282
admission@bakeru.edu
http://www.bakeru.edu

Eudora Career & Technical Education Consortium

Information Source: Greenbush, Southeast Kansas Education Center

Eudora recently started offering career and technical education programs. Career and technical education prepares students for the workforce. The programs provide hands-on-training and instructors teach employability skills. This consortium provides vocational education courses in building trades, culinary arts, auto collision technology, health care sciences, agriculture, graphic communications and industrial engineering. The communities of Eudora and DeSoto, KS work together to provide these programs to the local area. Eudora is located approximately 6 miles from Lawrence.

Contact Information

Eudora Career & Technical Education Consortium
Tenth & Mainstreet
Eudora, KS 66025
913.780.7026
http://www.eudoracte.org/

Haskell Indian Nations University

Information Source: Haskell Indian Nations University

Located in Lawrence, Kansas, Haskell has an average enrollment of over 1000 students each semester. Students represent federally recognized tribes from across the United States and are as culturally diverse as imaginable. Students select programs that will prepare them to enter baccalaureate programs in elementary teacher education, American Indian studies, business administration, and environmental science; to transfer to another baccalaureate degree-granting institution; or to enter directly into employment. Haskell continues to integrate American Indian/Alaska Native culture into all its curricula. This focus of the curriculum, besides its intertribal constituency and federal support through the Bureau of Indian Affairs, makes Haskell unique and provides exciting challenges as Haskell moves into the 21st century.

Contact Information

Haskell Indian Nations University
Admissions Office
155 Indian Ave.
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 749.8454
http://www.haskell.edu/

Johnson County Community College

Information Source: Johnson County Community College

Johnson County Community College provides the latest training available in computer software, information technology and management/supervisory skills to companies. Also provided are seminars and workshops for 24 professions requiring certification, licensure, recertification and relicensure. Johnson County Community College is located approximately 41 miles from Lawrence.

Johnson County Community College is one of four recipients of the 2003 Kansas Excellence Award, the third and highest level of recognition for quality given by the Kansas Award for Excellence Foundation

Contact Information

Johnson County Community College
Dr. Sally Winship, Vice President, Continuing Ed. and Community Services
12345 College Blvd
Overland Park, KS 66210
913.469.8500 x 3827
swinship@jccc.net
http://www.jccc.net/

Kansas City Kansas Community College

Information Source: Kansas City Kansas Community College

Founded in 1923, Kansas City Kansas Community College is a public, urban, open-door, and comprehensive community college. Its mission is to provide higher education and life-long learning to the varied communities in its service area. The College provides an accessible and supportive learning environment that offers academic, career and personal development opportunities.

The mission of the Workforce Development Department is to serve the training needs of emerging, current and returning workers, to support economic development and to be a resource for the college, area employers and their employees. The Workforce Development Department delivers training in the areas of leadership skills, team skills, language/cultural skills and technology skills. Training can be delivered on campus or to your site. Kansas City Kansas Community College is located approximately 32 miles from Lawrence.

Contact Information

7250 State Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66112
913.288.7115
shawken@toto.net
http://www.kckcc.edu/workforce/

Kaw Area Technical School

Information Source: Kaw Area Technical School

The Kaw Area Technical School (KATS) is committed to providing high quality instruction and programs consistent with current educational technologies. This school offers over thirty diploma programs designed to provide graduates with entry-level job skills. KATS strives to offer each student the best opportunity to succeed outside the classroom and in the workforce. Over 98% of KATS graduates are hired after course completion.

The Business/Industry Training Department provides the opportunity for specialized instruction designed to fit specific needs. Traditional classes or programs may not allow the specialized study and learning that Business & Industry Training offers. The programs of study are tailored to meet interests and requirements of the students and/or businesses. KATS is located approximately 35 miles from Lawrence.

Contact Information

Eileen Caspers
5724 SW Huntoon
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 273.7140
1.877.589.7140
ecaspers@kats.tec.ks.us
http://www.kats.tec.ks.us/

Pinnacle Career Institute

Information Source: Pinnacle Career Institute

Pinnacle Career Institute's goal for a half of a century has been to train students for specific careers and to help students secure employment upon graduation. PCI has built an excellent reputation over the past 50 years. With a new name in 2002, Pinnacle Career Institute continues to strive to train its students to reach the "pinnacle" of their career opportunities.

In 2003, Pinnacle Career Institute has grown to include a campus in Lawrence, Kansas, and is proud to offer six additional training programs to prepare students for some of today's fastest growing career fields. Certificate programs are available in Accounting, Computer Programming Technology, Executive Assistant, Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant and Medical Office Assistant. These programs are designed to prepare students for immediate employment in response to growing technological and business demands.

Contact Information

Rebecca L. Clothier
1601 W. 23rd Street, Suite 200
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 841.9640
800.426.8084
rlclotheir@pcitraining.com
http://www.pcitraining.com/

University of Kansas

Information Source: University of Kansas

Founded in 1864, the main KU campus consists of 950 acres atop historic Mount Oread in Lawrence, Kansas. Today, KU has its highest enrollment in history--29, 272. The University of Kansas is a major comprehensive research and teaching university that serves as a center for learning, scholarship and creative endeavor. The University of Kansas is the only Kansas Regents university to hold membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), a select group of 58 public and private research universities that represents excellence in graduate and professional education and the highest achievements in research internationally.

KU has excellent ratings when compared to other universities. For instance, it is listed in the top 50 national public universities. Furthermore, KU's special education and city management/urban policy graduate programs are ranked first in the nation. To find out more about how KU rates, download the following PDF:

How the University of Kansas Rates (PDF 16K)

The University of Kansas Continuing Education School has a focus on providing workforce development solutions for employers. The university provides professional short courses that usually last 2-5 days. These courses provide training to working professionals including engineers, manufactures and aerospace personnel. The University of Kansas Continuing Education School is located Lawrence.

KU's main campus is located in Lawrence and offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs. Information about other campuses is provided below:

The University of Kansas Medical Center, a nationally recognized biomedical research center, offers educational programs through its Schools of Allied Health, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy and Graduate Studies. The campus is comprised of academic units operating alongside The University of Kansas Hospital, which provides opportunities for clinical experience and residency positions.

Contact Information for KU Continuing Education

The University of Kansas Continuing Education
1515 St. Andrews Drive
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 864.5823
877.404.5823
kuce@ku.edu
http://www.ku.edu

Washburn University

Information Source: Washburn University

Washburn University was established in February 1865 as Lincoln College by a charter issued by the State of Kansas and the General Association of Congregational Ministers and Churches of Kansas. Today, through the College of Arts and Sciences and Schools of Applied Studies, Business, Law and Nursing, the University's 7,000 students have access to over 190 programs of study. In 2004, Washburn University was listed in the US News Top Public Universities list. Furthermore, more than 93% of their professors hold the highest degree possible in their field. Also, the university provides a number of continuing education classes. Courses are offered in the areas of computer training, human resources, management and Spanish for the workplace and in a variety of other areas. Washburn University is located approximately 28 miles from Lawrence.

Contact Information

Washburn University
Continuing Education
1700 SW College Avenue
Topeka, KS 66621
(785) 231.1010 x 1399
ce@washburn.edu
http://www.washburn.edu