Powerful Career Pathways
CORD helps educators transform disconnected programs into dynamic career pathways—to drive individual economic success, business growth, and community vibrancy.
Mark Your Calendar!
NCPN CONNECT 2025 Call for Proposals Is Open
The National Career Pathways Network invites proposals for breakout sessions to be delivered at NCPN CONNECT 2025, Thursday and Friday, February 27–28, at the Renaissance Austin Hotel in Austin, Texas.
Registration for NCPN Leadership Development Academy (LDA) Is Open
The LDA is a year-long professional development program designed to help career pathways practitioners develop leadership skills that will equip them to better serve the broader goals of their institutions, communities, and stakeholders. Participants typically include, but are not limited to, Career Pathways coordinators, CTE and adult education practitioners, occupational deans, workforce development personnel, administrators, and counselors.
Don’t be left behind
In today’s rapidly changing economy, there is immense pressure on schools and colleges to keep pace with emerging technologies’ impact on careers.
Building industry-responsive career pathways requires coordinated ecosystems and engaged employers to create seamless, supportive programs for learners of all ages.
Through CORD’s Framework for Career Pathways Alignment, we’ll guide you in engaging employers and community partners to build the workforce of the future.
FRAMEWORK FOR CAREER PATHWAYS ALIGNMENT
Let CORD be your guide
Through technical assistance and professional development, CORD is your partner in breaking down silos and fostering collaborative growth.
Featured Programs
Over the last 45 years, CORD has helped thousands of educators and institutions
“CORD excels at providing comprehensive support, genuinely understanding and meeting the needs of those they serve. They innovate in problem-solving for educators, actively listen to pain points, and determine effective solutions. This is why I chose CORD for our big project, as I needed excellent instructional design and contextualized learning.”
Community College President
News & Events
EU Study Tour: Gleaning Insights from European Innovations in Vocational Education and Training
A team of community college educators from across the US recently participated in a study tour of Spain and Germany. This initiative was part of the “Preparing Technicians for the Future of Work” project, funded by NSF.
Integrating Emerging and Cross-Cutting Technologies: Electric Vehicles with Kevin Cooper
Presented by the NSF ATE project Preparing Technicians for the Future of Work, this podcast delves into the burgeoning realms of renewable energy and electric vehicles (EV) and the need to train future professionals for the EV sector.
Advanced Manufacturing Competencies for Personal and Career Success
The Necessary Skills Now project partnered with advanced manufacturing faculty at Forsyth Technical Community College and their employer partners to develop employability skill development resources for existing manufacturing courses.
