Center and Network Coordination

National Career Pathways Network (NCPN) 

Formerly the National Tech Prep Network, NCPN provides leadership and resources for secondary and postsecondary educators, employers, and community leaders. NCPN provides a means of networking for new and existing programs in Tech Prep, Career Pathways, Career Clusters, and Career Technical Education. NCPN’s annual conference is consistently rated one of the most important professional development resources for access to programs and practitioners by its attendees. NCPN members are committed to helping students make smooth educational transitions—from secondary to postsecondary to rewarding careers.  Learn more... 

High Impact Technology Exchange Conference Management (HI-TEC) 

Through a competitive proposal process, CORD was awarded a contract by the Maricopa Community College to manage the 2009 HI-TEC Conference (formerly known as SAME-TEC).  HI-TEC is a national conference on advanced technological education where technical educators, counselors, industry professionals, and technicians can update their knowledge and skills.  HI-TEC is supported by a consortium of NSF Advanced Technological Education centers and projects and supported by grants from the National Science Foundation and contributions from corporate and industry partners.  As well as event management, CORD is providing marketing assistance including the creation and maintenance of the conference website with online registration capability, direct and email campaigns, and collateral production.  Learn more...