CLASP highlights model Integrated Education and Training (IET) programs

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Integrated Education and Training is the core educational strategy for career pathways developed between WIOA partners. But IET alone won’t meet the requirement to promote “educational and career advancement”; the education component of IET must be aligned with a state’s content standards and the IET program must be part of a career pathway.

This fact sheet by Judy Mortrude defines and highlights several career pathway models that utilize Integrated Education and Training (IET) programs for participants at every skill level.

IET is a promising practice based in adult learning theory. Through IET programs, participants seek goal-oriented, relevant, practical knowledge. Providing education that truly leads to economic mobility offsets the opportunity costs for individuals with family and work responsibilities.

Integrated Education and Training is the core educational strategy for career pathways developed between WIOA partners. But IET alone won’t meet the requirement to promote “educational and career advancement”; the education component of IET must be aligned with a state’s content standards and the IET program must be part of a career pathway. This goes beyond classroom innovations; career pathways must provide robust participant support services, including career counseling, navigation, placement, and retention services.

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Integrated Education & Training (IET) Defined

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Topics:

Adult Learning Models Competency Models Education - General

Target Populations:

General Audience

Programs:

Non-Program Specific

Geographic Locations:

National Scope

Industry Sectors:

Cross-Industry

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Resource Publication Date: 2016
Organizational Author(s): CLASP
Posted by: Maisha Meminger
Posted in: Youth Connections