National Association of State Boards of EducationStudy Group on Career and Technical EducationJune 6, 2008Gay GilbertU.S. Department of LaborEmployment & Training :National Association of State Boards of EducationStudy Group on Career and Technical EducationJune 6, 2008Gay GilbertU.S. Department of LaborEmployment & Training


Workforce Investment System :Workforce Investment System $15 billion public investment in America’s workforce Workforce system convener and catalyst to address workforce challenges Source of funds, source of talented workers, and provider of direct services to both job-seekers and businesses


Workforce Investment System :Workforce Investment System U.S. Department of Labor Governors/State Workforce Boards Local Workforce Investment Boards Local One-Stop Career Centers Deliver Federal, State, and Local Employment and Training Programs


Federal Roles :Federal Roles Administrative oversight and strategic direction Investment of discretionary resources in models & demonstrations Performance accoutability Research Policy guidance, technical assistance, capacity building National tools


State Roles :State Roles State Workforce Investment Board assists Governor - Strategic vision and plan for statewide workforce investment system - Local area designation - Policy guidance on statewide issues - Monitors local performance - Recommends to Governor use of discretionary resources State cabinet agency/agencies - Grantee for federal funds - Administrative oversight of local system - Implementation of SWIB policy direction


Local Roles :Local Roles Local Workforce Investment Boards - Grantee of State Funds - Strategic Local Plan/Local Policies - Implementation of SWIB policy direction - Performance Accountability/Reporting - Creation and oversight of One-Stop delivery system One-Stop Career Centers - point of service delivery for employers and job seekers


One-Stop Career Centers*Over 3100 delivery points nationwide :One-Stop Career Centers*Over 3100 delivery points nationwide Coordinate and deliver services for job-seekers and businesses


Source for Workforce Solutions :Source for Workforce Solutions Over 17 federally funded employment and training program resources available Connected to a wide array of federal programs and community resources Trained Human Resource professionals


On-line Resources :On-line Resources www.careeronestop.org A web portal to information about the workforce system, career and occupational information, and service delivery locations. www.careervoyages.org A site for students, career changers, parents, and career advisors to explore career options and learn about high growth jobs. http://online.onetcenter.org An occupational and skills information resource that can be searched by keyword, job families, fields of study/instructional programs, or High Growth industries. www.doleta.gov Information from the Employment and Training Administration on policy, funding opportunities, links to ETA offices and programs.


Evolution of the Economy :Evolution of the Economy When the workforce system was first created: U.S. was an industrial economy Labor was virtually interchangeable Now in a knowledge economy – specialized skills are needed. 90% of the fastest growing jobs require education and training past high school. 63% of all new jobs in the next decade will require a college degree; only 30% of the population has a college degree.


Evolution of the Economy :Evolution of the Economy Source: BLS Current Population Survey 2004


Transforming the Workforce System :Transforming the Workforce System Through the stages of evolution, the workforce system has gradually changed from a social service to an economic development model. However, there needs to be stronger: Forward-looking strategic thinking Interaction with regional employers Engagement with existing education institutions at all levels Coordination with economic development Each of these issues is now being addressed by national initiatives


Building a Demand-Driven System :Building a Demand-Driven System Critically important to connect employment, economic development and education strategies.


Transformational Workforce System Initiatives :Transformational Workforce System Initiatives President’s High Growth Job Training Initiative Community College Initiative WIRED (Workforce Innovations in Regional Economic Development)


Workforce Innovation in Regional Economic Development :Workforce Innovation in Regional Economic Development WIRED is focusing on the talent development part of building a regional economy. The Goal: Expand employment and advancement opportunities for workers while simultaneously catalyzing the creation of high-skill, high-wage jobs.


WIRED Framework: Critical Success Factors :WIRED Framework: Critical Success Factors Development of a strong regional leadership team that includes community leaders, economic developers, educators, the workforce system, philanthropic organizations, and other. A shared regional vision that transcends politi cal boundaries. Identifying, aligning, and leveraging the region’s public and private investments. Integration of economic development, education, and workforce systems. Strategies and networks that transform the regional economy through innovative and effective talent development.


Talent Development Begins with Education :Talent Development Begins with Education Education strategies must focus on preparing our youth for work, for post secondary education, and for lifelong learning. Education partners from all level must be at the table collaborating as strategic partners. Education systems must transform along with workforce and economic development. Career and technical education is an important piece of the pie, but it needs a new vision.


Lots of Education Challenges :Lots of Education Challenges 1/3 or our nation’s youth dropping out of high school A decentralized, politicized education governance structure High percentage of graduates require remediation in basic academics Career guidance is almost extinct Parents and teachers are not familiar with the 21st century workplace Kids learn differently today Vocational rehabilitation baggage


A New Education Vision :A New Education Vision ALL students have the opportunity to connect their education to the workplace Applied and work-based education that designed to enhance academic performance Multiple education pathways with no dead ends All teachers are career counselors with knowledge and tools about jobs and skill needs Retooled and reformed school structures Schools fully connected to youth support programs for at risk youth


What is the work related to CTE to achieve a new vision? :What is the work related to CTE to achieve a new vision? CTE part of every school system’s education pathways leading to both work and post secondary education CTE perceived as valuable for every student’s education CTE programs are synonymous with college-ready with academic rigor CTE for many more high tech, high growth industries and occupations Businesses actively engaged in developing and delivering curriculum


State Board Roles in Making the Vision Reality :State Board Roles in Making the Vision Reality Be educational entrepreneurs - create the vision in your state and incent innovation & transformation Implement state policies that support the vision Embrace collaboration as a critical to your work – connect education systems to economic and workforce development Leverage work of P-20 Councils Endorse and support applied learning as foundation for academic achievement


More Board Roles :More Board Roles Bring business & industry to the table to inform policies Encourage Local Boards to work collaboratively in their regional economies Consider promoting state legislation to achieve consistency statewide Consider using labor market outcomes as a benchmark of success


Role of the Association :Role of the Association Foster and promote the transformational dialogue within education Identify and communicate promising practices and foster peer to peer networks Partner with government, foundations, and others at all levels and across systems


Slide 25:Thank You!!! Gay Gilbert, Administrator Office of Workforce Investment U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration (202) 693-3980 gilbert.gay@dol.gov