DRTC Oklahoma's innovative community vocational training and employment center for people w/ disabilities
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DRTC promotes a disability-inclusive workforce, connecting people with employment opportunities in the Oklahoma City metro that fit their skills and interests. With offices across the state, DRTC trains or employs approximately 1,000 people with disabilities per year. In addition to community employment opportunities, DRTC operates the following programs and divisions:

Production Center -- DRTC can provide assembly, fulfillment, mailing, prep, labeling, packaging, folding and pre-staging services. Employment Services -- Award-winning program that assists people with disabilities to obtain and maintain community employment. Job Coaches work with employees to learn the job, at no cost to the employer, and eventually fades from the site as the worker becomes skilled at his/her job. Federal contracts -- DRTC holds contracts with federal entities, including Tinker Air Force Base., Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center at FAA, and federal buildings in downtown OKC. Mobile Workforce -- Participants receive paid vocational training and visit various work sites completing projects alongside a trained DRTC supervisor. DRTC Awards -- Employees craft custom trophies and awards, and hand sand, buff and polish acrylic awards. Both wholesale and retail customers are welcomed with DRTC’s one-of-a-kind service.

Today is World Autism Awareness Day 💙A more inclusive world starts with opportunity at work, in our communities, and in ...
04/02/2026

Today is World Autism Awareness Day 💙

A more inclusive world starts with opportunity at work, in our communities, and in the way we show up for one another.

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Join DRTC and help oversee daily contract operations, ensure performance standards, and serve as the key liaison with go...
04/01/2026

Join DRTC and help oversee daily contract operations, ensure performance standards, and serve as the key liaison with government partners. This role supports leadership development, policy compliance, and mission‑driven work to ensure a disability-inclusive workforce.

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The Acrylic Flame is a striking, one‑of‑a‑kind award designed to recognize outstanding performance and achievement. Ever...
03/30/2026

The Acrylic Flame is a striking, one‑of‑a‑kind award designed to recognize outstanding performance and achievement.

Every DRTC Awards piece is produced by our disability‑inclusive workforce, so every purchase not only honors excellence, but also supports meaningful employment and inclusion.

drtc.org/product/flame

Meet Ashley! 👋Ashley is a valued team member at the DRTC Production Center, where she’s currently assembling and packagi...
03/29/2026

Meet Ashley! 👋
Ashley is a valued team member at the DRTC Production Center, where she’s currently assembling and packaging Magic Bait Co. fishhooks with care and precision. She’s excited to take the next step in her career and is seeking a community‑based role as a restaurant greeter or at Walmart, where her friendly attitude and strong work ethic can shine.

Kick off summer with skills that last a lifetime! ☀️The DRTC Summer Academy is open to high school freshmen through seni...
03/27/2026

Kick off summer with skills that last a lifetime! ☀️

The DRTC Summer Academy is open to high school freshmen through seniors and runs June 8-25, 2026, Monday-Thursday from 9am-3pm

Students will build confidence in:
💬 Communication
🌎 Community
💻 Computer skills
🛡️ Safety
🚌 Transportation

*Funding may be available through DRS; partial scholarships through United Way of Central Oklahoma

Applications are open now! Get ready for a summer full of learning, growth, and independence.

drtc.org/programs/summer-academy

Seeing the world differently can change everything💡Dr. Temple Grandin has used her perspective as a person with autism t...
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Seeing the world differently can change everything💡

Dr. Temple Grandin has used her perspective as a person with autism to transform how livestock are treated and handled while also becoming a leading voice for people living with autism. Her work shows how understanding and empathy can make life better for both animals and people living with disabilities.

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Big ideas deserve a real shot 💡The Hub Program is where future business owners build confidence, learn the ropes, and st...
03/25/2026

Big ideas deserve a real shot 💡

The Hub Program is where future business owners build confidence, learn the ropes, and start turning their ideas into something real. Our program helps guide first-time entrepreneurs, particularly those with limited resources or living with disabilities, to start and grow their businesses.
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drtc.org/drtc-business-hub

Think it, print it, wear it 👕👜T-shirts, aprons, tote bags, and more! All locally printed in OKC. Every order supports a ...
03/24/2026

Think it, print it, wear it 👕👜

T-shirts, aprons, tote bags, and more! All locally printed in OKC. Every order supports a disability-inclusive workforce and helps your brand stand out.

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Happy National puppy day 🐶🥰 Share pics of your pups in the comments!
03/23/2026

Happy National puppy day 🐶🥰 Share pics of your pups in the comments!

DRTC is a proud two-time Oklahoma Top Workplace 👏We take pride in being a workplace where people are supported, valued, ...
03/22/2026

DRTC is a proud two-time Oklahoma Top Workplace 👏

We take pride in being a workplace where people are supported, valued, and given the chance to grow.

And we’re just getting started.

We’re hiring! Come be part of it: drtc.org/now-hiring

Address

2501 N Utah Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK
73107

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+14059464489

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Our Story

When a group of parents of young children with developmental disabilities formed the Oklahoma County Council for Mentally Re****ed Children in 1953, they wanted a safe and caring place for their sons and daughters. That same year Dale Evans Rogers, one of the most popular celebrities of her time, published Angel Unaware, an inspiring account of the life of her daughter Robin. The child was born with mental retardation and died just before she turned two. Yet her life, though brief, brought great joy to her family. For the rest of her life, Dale Rogers attributed her family’s strong values and their faith to Robin. Angel Unaware opened the door for changes for people with disabilities as it reached millions who admired Dale and Roy Rogers for their candor and their devotion to their daughter. As a tribute to Dale, the parents named the school after her. By 1975 the young children of the families who founded the original Council were well beyond the age for public school. For their sake, and for hundreds like them, the Dale Rogers School began its transition from a school to a vocational training and employment center. Over the years the Dale Rogers Training Center, Inc. (DRTC) has grown at a steady pace, acquiring federal contracts, winning awards, and implementing mobile workforce groups. The Board of Directors does not want the agency to be perceived just as another charity. They want DRTC to earn its own way, to show that people with disabilities can do quality work , and – to a great extent – earn their own way. The self-sufficiency of the agency, as well as the individuals, continues to grow. In fact, some individuals at DRTC even choose to give volunteer hours to other non-profits to benefit those less fortunate than themselves. With more than 65 years of service, and continuing growth as an agency and as individuals, DRTC is proud to say we are the largest agency of our kind in the state of Oklahoma. How proud those pioneering parents and advocates from the 1950’s would be now! With the continued support of the Oklahoma City community, there is no limit to what DRTC can accomplish in the future as we continue blazing trails and building independence.