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Gain perspective from TalentLink’s latest posts and news about workforce industry trends, instructor interviews and insights, and skills-focused new courses.

Three Key Insights From the Kansas Manufacturing Summit 

November 3, 2023

UMKC TalentLink Business Development Director Candice Haines shares three key insights from the 2023 Kansas Manufacturing Summit.

Healthcare and IT Training for MYCAA Military Spouses

November 3, 2023

Military spouses can use up to $4000 in MYCAA scholarship funds for healthcare and IT training through UMKC TalentLink and MedCerts.

Leadership Leawood Program Application Deadline

November 2, 2023

Leadership Leawood 2024 application deadline is November 10. Leawood Chamber offers the leadership program presented by UMKC TalentLink.

UMKC TalentLink and WorkForge offer skills training to help address the growing need among Kansas manufacturers for qualified workers.

Kansas Manufacturers Need Qualified Candidates to Fill Positions 

October 24, 2023

UMKC TalentLink and WorkForge offer skills training to help address the growing need among Kansas manufacturers for qualified workers.

Job Seekers Have Lost Some Leverage But They Can Strengthen Their Position 

October 10, 2023

Job seekers have lost the unprecedented leverage they had during the pandemic. Learning new skills prepares you to be market ready.

Case Study: Sharpening Durable Skills to Serve Others at City Union Mission

October 2, 2023

UMKC TalentLink provided training on durable skills customized for City Union Mission’s team of guest coordinators.

UMKC TalentLink and WorkForge announce a partnership that enables manufacturers to train employees in key skills and enhances capacity for manufacturing growth.

UMKC TalentLink and WorkForge Partner to Expand Manufacturing Training in Greater Kansas City

October 2, 2023

UMKC TalentLink and WorkForge announce a partnership that enables manufacturers to train employees in key skills and enhances capacity for manufacturing growth.

MedCerts dental assistant training program available through UMKC TalentLink

Become a Dental Assistant 

September 22, 2023

Completing the MedCerts online Dental Assistant training program available through UMKC TalentLink will prepare you to work in the dental field.

KC Digital Drive Jim Starcev

AI For Small Businesses: Insights From Jim Starcev, KC Digital Drive

August 24, 2023

KC Digital Drive Program Manager Jim Starcev shares how using AI for small businesses is important and can help them compete and grow.