Mission
The mission of Wichita Area Technical College is to provide relevant, technical education and training that meets the needs of learners, the community, and industry while instilling a positive work ethic and desire for lifelong learning.
Vision
Wichita Area Technical College will be recognized as the premier technical college in the Midwest with highly qualified faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, programs, and technologically advanced resources.
Values
To achieve its vision and fulfill its mission, Wichita Area Technical College (WATC) embraces the following values:
- Accountability: WATC values the resources entrusted to it and will use them responsibly to support the college’s mission.
- Quality: WATC values the desire of students, faculty, and staff to learn and work in an environment that encourages professionalism.
- Education for Employment: WATC values the importance of technical and general education in preparing students for high-skill, high-demand, and high-wage jobs that meet workforce and economic development needs.
- Innovation: WATC values a state-of-the-art learning environment (including alternative delivery methods and flexible scheduling) that encourages all members of the community to participate fully in lifelong learning within a rapidly changing society.
- Customer Service: WATC values the diverse needs of its customers and seeks to exceed their expectations.
- Collaboration: WATC values its responsiveness to meet the needs and specific requirements of its partnerships with community and business groups, educational systems, and governmental agencies.
- Equity/Diversity: WATC values the diverse nature of its students, faculty, and staff and seeks to treat each person with the utmost respect.
- Work Ethics: WATC values behaviors that promote responsible and successful students, employees, and citizens.
