York Regional Workforce Development Center: A Vision for Regional Growth and Opportunity

Building York County’s Workforce for What’s Next

The York Regional Workforce Development Center/Learning Center in York County, Nebraska is a workforce training facility focused on advanced manufacturing, automation, healthcare, and skilled trades, serving both students and adult learners across the region. The Center will serve high school students, adult learners, incumbent workers, and employers across York County and the surrounding region.

The York Regional Workforce Development Center/Learning Center is a $10+ million investment in the future of our workforce—designed to meet the needs of employers today and position York County for long-term growth.

This is more than a facility. It is a regional talent pipeline built in partnership with industry, education, and community leaders. This investment ensures that companies choosing to expand or locate in York County have access to a trained, scalable workforce from day one. This is a long-term investment in the talent infrastructure required to support business growth in the region, while creating opportunities for the next generation while supporting the workforce needs of today.

Momentum is building across the region, with strong support from schools, industry, and community partners.

Mission Statement

To create a future-ready workforce by delivering industry-aligned education, hands-on training, and career development opportunities through a collaborative model that unites education and industry.

Why This Investment Matters

Workforce availability is the number one challenge facing York County employers. This center directly addresses that need by:

Expanding career and technical education capacity
Creating dual-credit pathways for high school students
Providing up-skilling and retraining for current workers
Aligning training with high-demand industries
Building a long-term talent pipeline shaped by employers
This will help YOUR business!

The York Regional Workforce Development Center in York County, Nebraska is a workforce training facility focused on manufacturing, automation, and healthcare for both students and adult learners.

Project Snapshot

$10 million total investment
$2.6M+ raised to date
10+ regional school districts engaged
Designed for both students and adult learners
20,000+ sq ft facility (expandable)

We are close—but this final stretch is time-sensitive

The Final Stretch

Partners are in the final phase of raising the local and regional investment needed to move this project to final approval and into construction.

The goal to to be on the May 2026 Agenda for the Southeast Community College Board of Governor's meeting. Every contribution strengthens the case and plays a direct role in moving this project forward.

Training Built Around High-Demand Industries

Advanced Manufacturing

Training focused on modern production environments, automation, and precision processes to support York County’s existing and growing manufacturing base.

Automation & Skilled Trades

Hands-on training in automation systems, maintenance, and technical trades to address critical workforce gaps identified by local employers.

Healthcare

Allied Health Service programs designed to meet regional healthcare workforce needs and support one of York County’s largest employment sectors.

Serving The Full Workforce Pipeline

The Center is designed to serve the full workforce pipeline—creating opportunities for students, workers, and employers:

High School Students earning dual credit and industry-recognized credentials
Adult Learners and Career Changers entering or transitioning within the workforce
Incumbent Workers advancing skills in manufacturing and healthcare
Employers seeking customized training and workforce solutions

Built in Partnership with Industry & Education

The Center is built through direct collaboration between industry, education, and community partners—ensuring training aligns with real workforce needs. This investment ensures companies locating or expanding in York County have access to a trained, scalable workforce.

Employers will play an active role in shaping curriculum, mentoring students, and providing real-world project experience.

Key partners include:

Regional manufacturers building a pipeline of skilled talent
Healthcare providers addressing critical workforce shortages
Southeast Community College and its training systems
Southeast Community College Educational Foundation
York Public Schools and regional districts committed to career-connected learning
York County Development Corporation

Regional Impact

The York Regional Workforce Development Center delivers measurable impact across the region:

Career-Ready Graduates: More students entering high-wage, high-demand careers
Stronger Workforce: Up-skilling and retraining aligned with modern industry needs
Business Growth: Supporting the attraction, retention, and expansion of employers through a reliable talent pipeline
Lifelong Learning: Creating a workforce culture that adapts as industries evolve

These efforts create a workforce system that supports existing employers and ensures future companies can succeed in York County.

The Southeast Community College York Regional Workforce Development Center and Regional Learning Center represents a bold investment in our community’s future. Through partnership, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence, we will build a dynamic space that transforms education and workforce preparation for decades to come.
By contributing to this initiative, you have the opportunity to shape lives, strengthen our workforce, and leave a legacy that will benefit generations to come. We are in teh final phase of local investment needed to move this project to approval and construction.