Sector Initiatives and Career Pathways. Webinar January 23, 2014

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1 Sector Initiatives and Career Pathways Webinar January 23, 2014

2 CC photo credit: Josh Meek

3 Jim Torrens Program Manager National Network of Sector Partners (NNSP) Insight Center for Community Economic Development

4 Vickie Choitz Interim Co-Director, Workforce Development Director, Alliance for Quality Career Pathways CLASP

5 Tom DuBois Director, New Initiatives Instituto del Progreso Latino

6 Open and close your Panel Check your audio Submit text questions

7 Why sector-based career pathways? Increasing demand for credentialed workforce: - Nearly 2 out of 3 jobs will require some postsecondary education by (Carnevale, Help Wanted, 2010) U.S. is falling behind other countries in basic skills PIACC study: Out of 24 countries, the U.S. ranked 16th in literacy, 21st in numeracy, and 14th in problem solving using technology. Existing research tells us: workers with low basic skills are more likely to be unemployed, earn lower than average wages, and have poor health outcomes. These trends continue for their children. Significant and pervasive employment disparities by race and ethnicity exist across the U.S. Skills development strategies are part of the solution. New market of credential earners is different from traditional students. We need an updated approach in order to meet employer demand for more educated and skilled workforce and to help workers/job seekers gain economic security and career advancement.

8 Sector initiatives are Regional, industry-focused approaches to workforce and economic development that improve access to good jobs and/or increase job quality in ways that strengthen an industry s workforce.

9 Sector initiatives: 1. Focus intensively on an industry within a regional labor market, and multiple employers in the industry, over a sustained period of time 2. Are led by a workforce intermediary with credibility in the industry 3. Create new pathways for low wage workers into the industry, and up to good jobs and careers 4. Achieve systemic changes that are win-win for employers, workers, and the community.

10 Sector Initiative Model Recruitment Services Workforce Intermediary Employers in an Industry Sector Business Services Training Services Support Services Job Seekers and Workers

11 Questions CC photo credit: Eleaf

12 Career pathways (working definition) An approach to connecting progressive levels of basic skills and postsecondary education, training, and supportive services: in specific sectors or cross-sector occupations in a way that optimizes the progress and success of individuals, including those with limited education, English, skills, and/or work experience in helping individual secure marketable credentials, familysupporting employment, and further education and employment opportunities Career pathways also help employers meet their workforce needs and help states and communities strengthen their workforces and economies. Includes career pathways, programs, and systems.

13 Sector-Focused Career Pathway 1. Well-connected education and training offerings; often delivered via multiple linked and aligned programs

14 Sector-Focused Career Pathway 2. Multiple entry points/onramps including for those with limited education, English, skills, and work experiences, i.e., bridge programs 1. Well-connected education and training offerings; often delivered via multiple linked and aligned programs

15 Sector-Focused Career Pathway 2. Multiple entry points/onramps including for those with limited education, English, skills, and work experiences, i.e., bridge programs 1. Well-connected education and training offerings; often delivered via multiple linked and aligned programs 3. Multiple exit points at successively higher levels of family supporting employment and aligned with subsequent entry points

16 Career Pathway Programs Four key elements: Participant-focused instruction and training Appropriate and meaningful assessment Supportive services and career navigation Direct connections to employment

17 Questions CC photo credit: Eleaf

18 Career Pathways in Manufacturing and Healthcare Wilbur Wright College Humboldt Park Vocational Education Center, Instituto del Progreso Latino

19 Instituto Career Pathway Model 9 Months CNC Advanced Certificate EEIM Advanced Certificate 4 Months Manufacturing Technology Bridge 16 weeks Manufacturing ESL

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21 Seeks to be the Preferred source of Customized Business Solutions for High Road Chicagoland Manufacturing Companies. Better, Faster & Cheaper for Employers

22 12 months LPN Wright College NCLEX-PN RN schools NCLEX-RN $24-27 GED, Compass test 16 weeks BIO 226, Math 118 ENG 101, PSY 201 Carreras en Salud Model Prepared by Dr. Ricardo A. Estrada, Project Director Salary Data from MCHC April, 2004 report ENG Grade level Pre LPN-A or CNA 16 weeks Pre LPN B IDPL EKG, Phlebotomy PCT $10-16 ENG Grade level 8-10, CNA 16 weeks Pre LPN A IDPL ESL Grade level 6th 16 weeks ESL Health Context IDPL/HPVEC VESL CNA context IDPL CNA HPVEC $9-12

23 Addressing employment disparities In Chicago (as elsewhere), there are significant disparities in employment for different racial and ethnic groups. - For example, Latinos are over-represented among lowest-paying health aide positions but underrepresented among LPNs Sector-based career pathways can help to address these disparities by increasing access to good jobs

24 Questions CC photo credit: Eleaf

25 Sector & career pathways initiatives: Complementary strengths All career pathways should incorporate sector strategy principles; in states/communities with a specific sector strategy initiative and a specific career pathway initiative, the two should be connected Not all sector initiatives will include a career pathway; however, more comprehensive and advanced sector initiatives should include this approach Sector initiatives and career pathways share some common core elements, but differ on others (see table)

26 Sector & career pathways initiatives: Complementary strengths Sector Initiatives Career Pathways Sector-focused based on good LMI X X Engage employers by industry sectors/ clusters rather than individually or by occupation X Level of engagement varies Supported by a strong cross-agency/organizational partnership X X Managed by a workforce intermediary X Some CPs Responds to a variety of employer needs (i.e., marketing, customized training, analyzing business processes) Most SIs Provide education/ skill services within context of CP Provide a clear path to stacked credentials and career advancement (including for lower-skilled individuals) Some SIs X Provide career navigation and support services Some SIs X Promote system change X (ideally) X (ideally)

27 Discussion CC photo credit: WhyOhGee

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31 Save the date! Thursday, January 30 12:30 AM 1:45 PM Pacific / 3:30 PM 4:45 PM Eastern Stepping Up to Careers at University Hospitals: A Sector-Based Career Pathways Partnership in Cleveland

32 After the webinar.

33 Thank you! Vickie Choitz Interim Co-Director, Workforce Development Director, Alliance for Quality Career Pathways CLASP Tom DuBois Director, New Initiatives Instituto del Progreso Latino

34 Thank you! Jim Torrens Program Manager National Network of Sector Partners Insight Center for Community Economic Development

35 CC photo credit: vistamommy