In a significant move aimed at closing the skills gap in the local workforce, Metropolitan Community College (MCC) Kansas City has announced a partnership with Upright to launch four specialized career bootcamps. These programs, focusing on Software Development, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, and UX/UI Design, are set to equip learners with essential skills in high-demand fields.
As technology continually reshapes various industries, the need for skilled professionals in the Kansas City metro area and beyond is becoming increasingly urgent. The joint initiative by MCC and Upright is designed to bridge this gap, providing accessible and flexible training solutions for aspiring learners, career changers, and existing professionals looking to upgrade their skills.
Benny Boas, CEO of Upright, emphasized the importance of this collaboration: “We’re proud to partner with MCC to help adult learners in Kansas City and beyond break into high-demand tech careers. This is more than just skill-building—it’s about strengthening the local workforce with hands-on training and real job opportunities.”
The tech job market in Kansas City is experiencing rapid growth, yet employers often face challenges in finding candidates with the right skills. The newly announced bootcamps will provide participants with practical, hands-on training tailored to the needs of local employers, covering critical areas such as:
– Software Development: Participants will learn coding languages, full-stack development, and software engineering best practices.
– Cybersecurity: The program will address essential skills in network security, ethical hacking, and threat detection.
– Data Analytics: Learners will develop expertise in data visualization, predictive analytics, and business intelligence.
– UX/UI Design: This course will focus on user experience and interface design principles, enabling participants to create intuitive digital products.
Key benefits of the bootcamps include an industry-driven curriculum developed with employer input, flexible part-time learning options suited for working professionals, hands-on project-based training to build job-ready portfolios, and comprehensive job placement support, including career coaching, resume building, and interview preparation.
Dr. Tiffany Hunter, Vice President of Workforce and Economic Development at MCC, expressed her enthusiasm for the initiative: “Metropolitan Community College is excited for the opportunity to partner with Upright and offer tech bootcamps to individuals within our community and those in the Kansas City, MO metro area. These tech bootcamps will provide an opportunity for individuals to upskill, reskill, and learn a new skill that will lead to a high-wage career in the tech industry.”
Enrollment for the bootcamps is slated to open on March 7, 2025, inviting individuals eager to enhance their career prospects and contribute to the evolving landscape of technology in Kansas City.
For more information on the bootcamps and enrollment details, interested individuals can visit the MCC website or contact the Workforce and Economic Development office.
