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From the Workplace to the Classroom. Certifications, Training, and the Educational Process November 15, 2011. Presented By Caryn Fosnaugh, MEd Mark San Souci . Centers of Excellence. Statewide resources partnering with industry and education for economic and workforce development
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From the Workplace to the Classroom Certifications, Training, and the Educational Process November 15, 2011 Presented By Caryn Fosnaugh, MEd Mark San Souci
Centers of Excellence • Statewide resources partnering with industry and education for economic and workforce development • 10 Centers, 10 Industries • Center of Excellence role in Prior Learning Assessment • Industry information • Statewide communication & collaboration
Centers of Excellence • Research Industry Certifications and Training • Crosswalks with academic programs • Resource for development of templates
Veterans in the Classroom • Military training is extensive and comprehensive • How is education serving them? • ACE • Evidence of Training • What about their families? • Spouses with Certifications/Licenses
Legislative Efforts for Change • WA State legislature passed two bills into law mandating vets credit for military education & training • Licensing help in Health & Non Health Occupations – see list • Bills in work for military spouse licensing when moving state to state – all occupations • Increasing attention from President
Questions? Thank you! Mark San Souci NW Regional Liaison Defense State Liaison Office DASD (Military Community and Family Policy) mark.sansouci@osd.mil Caryn Fosnaugh, MEd Director Center of Excellence, ITTL Highline CC cfosnaugh@highline.edu