The U.S. needs to embrace postsecondary career and technical education (CTE) to create a robust pipeline for science and engineering jobs beyond those that require a baccalaureate — something that hasn’t been happening, according to…
1 in 5 college students takes math courses that repeat what they already know The Conversation The problem of redundant college math is not confined to two-year colleges, where 25 percent of students were in…
Senate Democrats this week voiced their opposition to a proposed rule allowing federal funding for new “industry-recognized apprenticeship programs” (IRAPs), which would run alongside federally registered apprenticeships. Matthew DembickiMatthew Dembicki edits Community College Daily and…
Second chances: Lockhart inmates graduate from community college Austin American-Statesman Tears and cheers filled the gymnasium at the Lockhart Correctional Facility as more than 100 family members, friends and officers celebrated the graduation of 14…
To fill high-need jobs, Missouri launches financial aid program for adults Springfield News-Leader Chancellor Hal Higdon says staffers at Ozarks Technical Community College received an odd reaction when they notified students about a financial aid…
To assist community colleges and other stakeholders in accelerating the value and impact of undergraduate research experiences in STEM education and workforce development, the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) this fall will convene the…
There are a growing number of job opportunities for water technicians across the U.S. as the industry confronts a wave of retirements, yet community colleges find it challenging to attract enough students. Ellie Ashfordis associate…
Michigan college earns grant to grow apprenticeships as part of federal push MLive.com Grand Rapids Community College will use a new federal grant to expand its manufacturing, construction electrician and medical assistant registered apprenticeship programs….
House lawmakers on Tuesday queried officials from a handful of countries about their lauded apprenticeship programs, covering a broad range of topics, from career preparation to the roles of the federal government and business and…
For those of us in the education field, summer evokes thoughts of slowing down and catching up on the projects that are lingering from the recently completed semester. But, the truth is that for most…