Mission

Northcentral Technical College is the customer-focused, accessible provider of innovative life-long learning that builds a globally competitive workforce.

Vision

Northcentral Technical College: Building futures one community, one workplace, one learner at a time.

Community Benefit Statements

1. Individuals can participate productively in the life of their communities.
• Individuals have the knowledge and skills necessary to explore, maintain or advance in employment or higher education.
2. Businesses have an available and skilled workforce.
3. Communities have the capability to foster economic development.
• Communities have the resources to attract new business, strengthen existing business, transition to the “new” economy and predict and prepare for future employment trends.

Core Beliefs

• Learner Focus - We believe in an educational environment that exceeds learner expectations and helps them reach their unique potential
  
• Continuous Learning - We believe in a learning organization comprised of individuals who are competent, forward thinking, accountable, caring and collaborative.
  
• Innovation - We believe in innovation in application of technology in delivery of learning and services through creative solutions
  
• Access - We believe in access for all learners through geographic, financial, service, and learning delivery alternatives
  
• Service to Community - We believe in service to our communities to meet their economic and educational needs
  
• Diversity - We believe in diversity of thought, culture, opinion, economic status, age, gender and physical capabilities
  
• Culture of Professionalism - We believe in a culture that exudes professionalism, treating internal and external customers with integrity and respect

Operating Principles - A set of values that NTC employees reflect upon and live by:

• Integrity – ethical and honest behavior
• Respect – fostering an environment of trust, courtesy, optimism, open communication, humor and sense of belonging
• Learning – enhancing the capabilities of ourselves and others
• Collaboration – the power of teamwork, partnership, cooperation and support
• Responsibility – optimizing resources through customer-focused, productive and accountable actions
• Innovation – new ideas, proactive thinking and continual improvement
• Service – total commitment to our customers
  

Strategic Directions

• Growth and Innovation
  The college will achieve growth through innovation, flexibility, access, and strategic analysis of competitive and environmental information
  
• Strategic Partnerships
  The college will become the preferred strategic partner of K-12 districts, local communities, area
  businesses and industries, and other institutions of higher education to support learning and economic development
  
• Organizational Development
  The college will encourage and support professional growth throughout the organization
  
• Continuous Quality Improvement
  The college will develop innovative ways to continually improve learning and support systems, processes, and resources that enhance organizational effectiveness
  
• Fiscal Strength
  The college will prudently manage and strengthen its financial resources in order to thrive in a complex and changing environment