Renton Technical College…A resource for employers.

Employers…explore the variety of options Renton Technical College has to offer for training, retraining or upgrading an employee’s skill level. The college offers Associate of Applied Science degrees and Certificates of Completion in both full-time and part-time programs and is a partner with several agencies that provide training to individuals to help meet employer needs. Customized and on-site training classes can be designed to accommodate your business needs.

Full-time and Part-time programs

Renton Technical College has over 47 technical and vocational programs that specialize in training, retraining and skills upgrading. Members of business and industry advise each program, keeping our curriculum current and relevant, and providing our students with the specific skills employers are seeking. Click here for full and part-time class listings.

Continuing Education classes

Provide employees with new skills or upgrade current skills with our professional development and career advancement classes. These classes are offered at convenient times to help accommodate the working student and for shorter periods of time. Some classes are offered on-line. Click here for current class schedule.

Adult Basic Education and ESL

Adult Basic Education instruction is for adults who seek to brush-up on the basic skills of reading, writing, math and oral communications, and other skills needed to perform their job. English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are available or instruction can be integrated into workforce curriculum. For information, call (425) 235-2391.

Business Training Centers

Business Training Centers are a partnership between local employers, the community’s chamber of commerce, the city and RTC. Employees can attend training classes or employers can bring on-site customized training to their employees. The Centers also provide economic development assistance directed at addressing employer workforce needs. For information, call at (425) 235-7821.

Downtown Employment Learning Center – (1511 3rd Ave, Suite 200, Seattle)

Renton Technical College and community organizations formed a partnership to service the Seattle downtown area. The purpose of the center is to give people the skills employers are looking for, as well as provide a resource for employers to upgrade their employee’s current skills. For information call (206) 447-3005 ext. 100.

Advisory Members

Working professionals bring expertise and experience to the programs at Renton Technical College. Your role as an Advisory Member helps ensure that the skills students are learning meet the demands of business and industry today. As an Advisory Member, there are many benefits such as tapping into source of qualified employees and connecting with other employers in your field. For more information about becoming an Advisory Member, call (425) 235- 7872.