Metropolitan College is a partnership among UPS, Jefferson Community and Technical College, the University of Louisville, state, county and city government. The purpose of Metropolitan College is to provide educational and workplace opportunities that serve to facilitate the integration of educational goals, career development and personal life.

Jefferson Community and Technical College provides comprehensive educational services to the region. The college has five campuses that serve over 13,000 students in both urban and rural settings. JCTC is committed to being responsive to individuals and businesses. Thus, the college offers diplomas, certificates, degrees and customized training classes through programs that meet the educational and workforce needs of the community.

KentuckianaWorks is a business-led, policy-setting board that oversees workforce development initiatives in the Greater Louisville region. KentuckianaWorks is charged with creating a workforce development system that benefits both employers and job seekers by promoting quality jobs, high skills, high wages and life-long learning.