Introduction to Career-Connected Learning by Edmentum
In a world where the job market is rapidly evolving, preparing students for successful futures requires a different approach. Edmentum's Career-Connected Learning solutions offer comprehensive career and technical education (CTE) programs that make academic instruction relevant and impactful. These programs are designed to equip students with the necessary skills, education, and experience to excel in both college and career settings.
Key Benefits of Edmentum's CTE Programs
1. Improving student engagement and increasing on-time, four-year graduation rates: By providing high-demand CTE options that develop technical and durable skills, Edmentum's programs enhance student motivation and retention, leading to improved graduation rates.
2. Unlocking Perkins V funding with rigorous, standards-aligned content: Edmentum's CTE offerings are aligned with national CTE pathways standards and state expectations, allowing schools to access Perkins V funding to support their programs.
3. Accelerating employability: With a growing need for highly skilled workers, Edmentum's programs focus on developing career themes, technical skills, and soft skills that enhance students' employability, helping to bridge the projected skills gap by 2030.
4. Creating new pathways to career success: Edmentum's diverse CTE offerings cater to students at different education levels, from middle school discovery to high school pathways and certification preparation, enabling them to explore various career options and achieve career success.
Features and Support Offered by Edmentum's CTE Programs
1. Standards alignment: Edmentum's content adheres to national CTE pathways standards and state requirements, ensuring quality and consistency in education.
2. Industry recognition: The courses provided by Edmentum have received third-party approvals, including recognition from Quality Matters, validating their credibility and effectiveness.
3. Clear pathways and intentional depth: Edmentum's career learning library aligns with 42 multiyear national career pathways, offering intentional depth in high-demand and high-interest clusters to enhance student learning.
4. Perkins V funding support and certification preparation: Edmentum's programs help districts access Perkins V funding starting as early as 5th grade and provide students with the necessary support to prepare for industry certifications.
5. Customization and solutions for all students: Edmentum offers flexibility for administrators to modify courses to meet specific needs and provides engaging CTE options to address absenteeism and support credit recovery for all students.
Additional Products and Services by Edmentum
In addition to Career-Connected Learning solutions, Edmentum offers a range of products and services to support academic success. These include Apex Courses, digital curricula for grade 6 through adult learners, Courses & Curriculum, Courseware, EdOptions Academy for virtual, human-centered instruction, and more. These offerings aim to increase learning equity and help students reach their graduation goals through personalized and flexible learning experiences.
Real Impact and Success Stories
Schools and districts leveraging Edmentum's CTE pathways have seen real impact in creating equitable opportunities for diverse student populations. Institutions like Armadillo Technical Institute have witnessed a significant improvement in on-time graduation rates by implementing competency-based learning models and CTE work-based learning programs. Additionally, Harvard Community Unit School District 50 has successfully increased its on-time 4-year graduation rate by reimagining career and technical education with the support of Edmentum's programs.