Throughout the world job training occurs in a variety of settings, with wide differences in funding sources and management systems. Regardless of the source of funding or the administrative organization, certain costs are involved, including payment for personnel, facilities, and equipment. In times of economic hardship, when funds for training are diminished, innovation becomes necessary. In 1975, Wor-Wic Technical Community College was established in response to the need for the upgrading and expansion of the local labor force. Funded by a variety of sources, Wor-Wic offers training in existing public and private facilities in the region, using churches and storefronts for day lecture space, public schools for evening classes, and specialized shops and labs for vocational training. A custom-designed "in-house" program complements regularly scheduled courses, providing benefits to owners and employees of local businesses. Without the burden of a campus-bound philosophy, Wor-Wic is able to minimize per-student costs and maximize program flexibility. The decreased costs and greater flexibility of the "college without walls" approach make it a viable alternative for developing countries, given adequate support from significant leaders and financial backing from international funding agencies. (RO)