Changing the Culture of Career & Technical Education (CTE) April, 2013 Dr. Kathy D’Antoni Dr. Sherri Nash

Pathways to Prosperity: Meeting the Challenge of Preparing Young Americans for the 21 st Century February 2011 The Georgetown Center projects that 14 million job openings—nearly half of those that will be filled by workers with post-secondary education—will go to people with an associate’s degree or occupational certificate. Many of these will be in “middle-skill” occupations such as electrician, and construction manager, dental hygienist, paralegal and police officer. (page 2)

Pathways to Prosperity: Meeting the Challenge of Preparing Young Americans for the 21 st Century February percent of people with post-secondary licenses or certificates—credentials short of an associate’s degree—earn more than the average bachelor’s degree recipient.

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WV Career Technical Education College and Career Ready What are the industry employment needs (occupational demand)? How can we assist students in identifying and preparing for careers that match their passion? What are employers recommending in preparing students for success in the workplace? How can we help teachers, administrators & students locate online learning resources that align to CTE skill sets and NXG WV content standards and objectives? How can employers locate CTE credentialed graduates to hire? CTE %

What are the industry employment needs (occupational demand)? STRATEGIC COMPASS Health Care Social Assistance Administrative Support Educational Services Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction Professional, Scientific and Technical Services Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation Management of Companies and Enterprises CTE Program Planning

How can we assist students in identifying and preparing for careers that match their passion? MY STRATEGIC COMPASS

How can we assist students in identifying and preparing for careers that match their passion? iwrc Content Skill Set Profile Standard met SN0110 Power, Structural and Technical System Career Preparation Skills Power, Structural and Technical System student will: relate skills and abilities to possible career pathways. explain methods of goal development. discuss methods of time management and task coordination. practice professionalism in punctuality, appropriate dress, task completion, etc. investigate methods of supervision such as giving and receiving feedback and instruction.

What are employers recommending in preparing students for success in the workplace? SIMULATED WORKPLACES Operates like a business/industry site Students assume workplace role Application and interview process Orientation, Policies and Procedures Guide Focus on company’s bottom line, stock value Attendance, Project-completion Drug testing Business/Industry evaluation teams Models “Soft Skills”

How can we help teachers, administrators & students locate online learning resources that align to CTE skill sets and NXG WV content standards and objectives? in|site

How can employers locate CTE credentialed graduates to hire? Employer Portal

Pathways to Prosperity: Meeting the Challenge of Preparing Young Americans for the 21 st Century February 2011 The United States now has the highest college dropout rate in the industrialized world 56% complete a bachelor’s degree 30% complete an associate’s degree Student Loan Debt Need for Career Awareness

A philosophy shift is needed to transition from the mindset of traditional “vocational” education to 21 st century “career and technical” opportunities leading to employment, credentials, and postsecondary education.

Thank you!