Independence Community College hosts around 50 area students during Diversity in Tech Ed Day. This event encouraged students to explore various technical programs while speaking to current students and program directors. Students got hands-on experience in order to better understand the college process and program requirements. Program representatives spoke about career opportunities within their degree programs.

Executive Director for Academic Outreach says 54% of jobs in Kansas require skills training. She says these jobs require more education than a high school diploma but less than a four-year degree. CTE programs at ICC cover various fields, including healthcare, vet nursing, information technology and cosmetology.