OCTC Workforce Solutions to Host TechX Information Sessions
Wednesday, October 21, at 5:30 p.m.
Owensboro, KY (10/14/2026) — Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) will host a TechX information session for individuals interested in fast-track training for high-demand manufacturing and industrial careers.
The sessions will be held on Wednesday, October 21, at 5:30 p.m. in the Industry Innovation Center (IIC) Lobby on OCTC's main campus, located at 4800 New Hartford Rd.
TechX is an accelerated training program designed to help students earn industry-recognized credentials in as little as two semesters through hands-on, industry-driven instruction. Participants train with experienced instructors while building practical technical skills aligned with workforce needs.
The program offers an employer-driven evening track that allows many students to continue working while completing their training. Credentials earned through TechX may also be stacked toward an Associate in Applied Science degree.
During the information sessions, attendees will learn about program structure, scheduling, credential opportunities, degree pathways, and available support services.
The TechX Info Sessions are open to current and prospective students, as well as community members interested in exploring career advancement opportunities in advanced manufacturing.
For more information about TechX, visit: https://owensboro.kctcs.edu/education-training/program-finder/tech-x.aspx.
RSVP for the information sessions by emailing James.cecil@kctcs.edu or calling 270-231-7749.
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Owensboro Community & Technical College is one of the sixteen community and technical colleges that make up the Kentucky Community & Technical College System. OCTC serves the KY counties of Daviess, Hancock, Ohio and McLean. OCTC has three campuses in Daviess County and a Center and Annex in Hancock County. OCTC strives to serve the communities in the service area by providing associate degree education for transfer, state of the art technical education for students focusing on entering the workforce, customized business and industry solutions through the Workforce Solutions division, and adult education and business and industry testing through the SkillTrain unit.
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The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is the Commonwealth's largest postsecondary institution with 16 colleges and more than 70 campuses. We also are Kentucky's largest provider of workforce training and online education. Through partnerships with business and industry, we align our programs to meet the needs of local employers. We help students fulfill their dreams of creating a better life through programs that lead directly to jobs or help them transfer to one of our four-year partners.
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