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Maximizing the Power of Career Pathways

In July 2018, CLASP hosted a convening with state education and workforce development leaders, national organizations, advocates, funders, and federal agency staff to share perspectives on four current, critical areas of career pathways work.

Feb 25, 2016 | Report/Brief | CLASP

Funding Career Pathways and Career Pathway Bridges: A Federal Policy Toolkit for States

Aug 3, 2018 | Blog Post | Judy Mortrude

Career Pathways featured in National Adult Education Journal

Jun 29, 2018 | Blog Post | Judy Mortrude

Illinois’ Career Pathways Definition is a Model for States

Low-skilled workers need adult education, postsecondary education, and job training to develop skills and secure good jobs. When these systems aren’t in sync, it creates barriers to success. That’s why CLASP works with states, federal agencies, and colleges to develop career pathways—linked education and training services that enable students to advance to higher levels of education over time. Career pathways create economic stability and mobility by providing on and off ramps, allowing people to enter the workforce and return to education and training opportunities when it’s best for them.

Featured Expert:

Judy Mortrude

Senior Policy Analyst, Center for Postsecondary and Economic Success

Career Pathways

New from CLASP

December 5, 2018 | News Clip | Adult and Postsecondary Education

Amazon’s HQ2 Decision Shows Local Leaders Must Fight for an Equitable Economy

September 26, 2018 | Blog Post | Career Pathways

Adult Education is Evolving through Theory, Legislation, and Innovative Practice

September 7, 2018 | News Clip | Work-Based Learning and Subsidized Employment

The Swiss Secret to Jump-Starting Your Career

August 3, 2018 | Blog Post | Career Pathways

Career Pathways featured in National Adult Education Journal

July 25, 2018 | Press Release | Federal Postsecondary Policy

Perkins CTE bill to become law: Federal accountability for program quality retained

Integrated Education and Training

Integrated Education and Training (IET) is a promising career pathways approach. It helps educationally underprepared adults pair foundational skill building with workforce preparation and training in in-demand occupations. Through IET programs, adults obtain goal-oriented, relevant, practical knowledge that leads to economic success.

Integrated Education and Training: A Career Pathways Policy and Practice