The Ascend Institute, located at the Garland Center, is a key partner with the North Texas business community to develop a vibrant workforce within the region. Although we are part of the Dallas College network, we are exclusively focused on serving the needs of businesses. The Ascend Institute will:
- Serve as a resource to economic development organizations, government entities and community-based organizations to assist in the recruiting, retention and expansion of corporations and their workforces;
- Partner with the corporate community to understand their human resource needs and develop talent acquisition solutions to meet those needs;
- Serve as a resource for those in the community seeking opportunities in the workforce by developing programs and training community members for better job opportunities;
- Provide customized training solutions and resources to business' current workers;
- Connect workers seeking college credit or certification programs to the full resources of Dallas College;
- Strengthen and expand strategic partnerships with local workforce boards, school districts, community-based organizations and others who are focused on workforce solutions.