Training North Iowans are known for being well educated and highly productive and for having a strong work ethic. You will find North Iowa to have a diverse workforce to meet the technical needs of your business. North Iowa has many resources to assist employers obtain, train, and retain employees. The Workforce Development Partnership, an initiative made up of North Iowa Area Community College, Iowa Workforce Development Center, and Department of Human Services has programs to assist employers with their employment needs. 80,000 potential job seekers from all over the world access resources through North Iowa Area Community College and Iowa Workforce Development Center.
Various services are available to businesses to connect the right person with the right job.
The College offers the first two years toward a bachelor's degree in virtually any field, over 40 technical career programs, and an array of continuing education opportunities including business and industry training. The College, established in 1918 as Mason City Junior College, has served North Iowa for more than 80 years. The Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center at North Iowa Area Community College was launched in 1997 through the vision and generosity of John and Mary Pappajohn. The Center's mission is to provide entrepreneurship education, support to stimulate new business start-ups, support for small businesses in North Iowa and the state. Since its inception, the Center has helped launch dozens of new businesses across the region.