Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) Airport (DFW), one of the world’s largest and busiest airports, has expanded its partnership with Tarrant County College to provide customized educational and training opportunities to more employees at the Airport. The program will be offered at no cost to the employees, with full details being announced to staff in early 2019.
TCC Corporate Solutions & Economic Development will develop and deliver training in communication, business writing, safety and maintenance, contract management, PHR (Professional in Human Resources) and project management, underscoring the College’s commitment to serving the North Texas business community. All classes will take place at DFW Airport’s corporate headquarters.
“This partnership highlights Tarrant County College’s focus on establishing partnerships that enable the region’s top organizations to develop their human capital and enhance staff development, recruitment and retention initiatives,” said Tarrant County College Chancellor Eugene Giovannini. “TCC is a well-positioned workforce development resource to help meet the performance and organizational needs of area companies.”
“Tarrant County College has been a fantastic educational partner over the years, providing training for our firefighters and police officers,” said Linda Valdez Thompson, DFW’s executive vice president of Administration and Diversity, and member of the TCC Foundation Board of Directors. “This expanded agreement will open new opportunities for our employees across the airport to enhance their professional skills and business acumen. We are proud to invest in the growth and development of our employees and build a stronger DFW Airport workforce.”
More than 75 police officers and approximately 50 firefighters have trained at the TCC’s Fire Service Training Center at the Northwest campus. Additionally, more than 300 police officers and approximately 250 firefighters have completed in-service courses.
DFW Airport currently employs more than 1,900 full-time employees. More than 60,000 people work on airport property with airlines, contractors and business partners.
For more information about TCC Corporate Solutions & Economic Development, visit https://www.tccd.edu/locations/corporate-solutions-economic-development/.
About DFW International Airport
DFW Airport warmly welcomes more than 69 million customers along their journey every year, elevating DFW to a status as one of the most frequently visited superhub airports in the world. DFW Airport customers can choose among 182 domestic and 62 international nonstop destinations worldwide. DFW is elevating the customer experience with modernized facilities and updated amenities. Centered between its owner cities of Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas, DFW Airport also serves as a major economic generator for the North Texas region, producing over $37 billion in economic impact each year by connecting people through business and leisure travel. For more information, visit the DFW website or download the DFW Mobile App for iOS and Android devices.
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About Tarrant County College
Serving more than 100,000 students each year, Tarrant County College is one of the 20 largest higher education institutions in the United States. The two-year college offers a wide range of opportunities for learners of all ages and backgrounds, including traditional programs, such as Associate of Arts degrees, Community & Industry Education courses, workshops and customized training programs. The College, established in 1965, has six campuses throughout Tarrant County, including TCC Connect that provides flexibility with e-Learning and Weekend College. TCC also assists employers in training their workforces with its TCC Opportunity Center.
