The Labor Market Information (LMI) division of the Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL), in partnership with Geographic Solutions, has launched Today’s Occupations, Tomorrow’s Opportunities (T.O.T.O.), a career exploration platform aimed at helping students and career changers navigate their professional journeys.
Powered by Geographic Solutions’ Virtual Career Center (VCC) software, T.O.T.O. provides self-service tools for individuals to explore interests, build career paths, and find quality job opportunities in Kansas. Facilitators will also have access to curated worksheets and guides that offer advice on career development, job search strategies, and interview preparation.
Additional key features include:
- Wizard of Jobs – Reality Check Helps users estimate the salary needed for their desired lifestyle, bridging the gap between financial planning and career decision-making.
• Virtual Career Center – Comprehensive Career Exploration and Planning Connects users to localized occupation data as well as education and training programs aligned with their interests and salary goals. It also provides real-time Kansas job postings, résumé and interview preparation tools, and access to apprenticeships and internships. - Electronic Portfolio – Portable Record of Career Development and Readiness Tracks student progress through personalized dashboards and profiles, saving interest inventories, preferred careers and programs, and other career development activities and artifacts.
- Curated Resources – Support for Students and Facilitators Provides students and facilitators with user-friendly materials to guide students through meaningful career exploration and planning.
- Partnering Schools and Institutions – Student Management Enables student service and tracking tools for partnering schools and institutions with options for customization and detailed reporting.
With the launch of T.O.T.O., KDOL reinforces its commitment to providing Kansans with the resources and data needed to make informed career choices. This innovative platform transforms career planning by combining advanced technology, interactive learning, and Kansas-specific job market insights, helping individuals confidently navigate their career paths.
