1. CBS Update I-BEST & Pathway Development William S Durden
17-18 January 2018

2. Apprenticeship Pathways
BEdA continues to work closely with the National Skills Coalition policy group to explore recommendations around I- BEST for Apprenticeship
Pre-apprenticeship is emerging as a viable model for further system support
IELCE funds could support pre-apprenticeship/apprenticeship programs
If you have successful pre-apprenticeship programs or are seeking technical assistance with apprenticeship pathways, please contact Will.

3. Ability to Benefit
We received positive feedback from the Summit. Thanks to all who participated!
SBCTC is moving forward with a plan for consistent data collection at the state level.
Programs: raise your hand if you’ve begun using Ability to Benefit on your campus since the Summit.
Remember that the SBCTC Ability to Benefit is your resource page for all things AtB.

4. IELCE Grant
Update TBD

5. Upcoming Events Guided Pathways – February 15 @ Peninsula College
Topics will include system navigation, funding, and instruction
We will be inviting WDC and other system partners
Team Teacher Training – March Walla Walla Community College
BEdA/Dev Ed Integration Summit – March Seattle Marriott
Thanks to Karen Lee (LWTech) and Shelby Sleight (Shoreline) for serving as faculty leads on this project!
I-BEST Summit March LWTech
Focus on program coordination, instruction, and navigation

6. Questions and Contact Info
William S. Durden
Policy Associate for I-BEST and Pathway Development, Basic Education for Adults
Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges |
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