Department of Workforce Development

Department of Workforce Development

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) connects Kentuckians to employment, workforce information, education, and training. The agencies of the department, the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, and the Office of Employer and Apprenticeship Services work together to provide services through the Kentucky Career Center. Also, under the direction of DWD is the Office of Adult Education.​

Beth Brinly​​ - Acting ​Commissioner​
500 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 782-3083
Website: kcc.ky.gov



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Office of Vocational Rehabilitation

Cora McNabb – Executive Director​
500 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 564-4440
Toll-Free: (800) 372-7172
Video Phone: (502) 542-6042
Website: Learn More

people from various career paths

Office of Employer and Apprenticeship Services

Michelle DeJohn – Acting Executive Director
500 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 782-3252
Website: kyworks.ky.gov

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Office of Adult Education

Dr. John C. Gregory​ – Executive Director​
500 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 573-5114
Website: kyae.ky.gov

Group of People posing for the camera

Career Development Office

Katie Houghlin - Executive Director
500 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 782-3092
Website: kcc.ky.gov



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