Workforce Development

William J. Rothwell is a professor of workforce education and development on the University Park campus of The Pennsylvania State University. He is also president of Rothwell & Associates, Inc., a private consulting company. Patrick E. Gerity is a retired vice president of community college Continuing Education, Workforce and Economic Development. Patrick has spent the last 35 years working with community colleges in Workforce and Economic Development. Vernon L. Carraway is a Student Transition Course Designer on the University Park campus of The Pennsylvania State University. His blended learning and online courses equip the learner with numerous abilities, talents and competencies that are participant-centered, team-focused and experiential. Dr. Carraway’s courses are targeted in scope and application and focuses on our new leaders.

Table of Contents

Preface

Acknowledgements

Introduction

Part I. External Issues Affecting Community College Workforce Development

Chapter 1. Labor Market Information for Data-Driven Decision Making at Community Colleges by Alex Cooley

Defining Labor Market Information

Using Labor Market Information

Labor Market Information (LMI) and Community Colleges

Labor Market Information (LMI) at Northern Virginia Community College

NOVA LMI: Data for Good. Data for Business. Data for Learning

Conclusion

Chapter 2. Strategic Partnerships: Maximizing the Benefits of Partnerships

by Alicia R. Hooks

Competencies

Data

Organizational Placement

Conclusion

Chapter 3. Relationships Matter: Building Community Partnerships for Workforce Development by Robin Cole Jr.

Rules of Engagement

The Big Fish Mentality

Adjunct Faculty: Forgotten Faces within the Community

Do You Really Have a Partnership?

Toolbox to Build Partnership

Conclusion

Chapter 4. Building an Agile Community College: Strategic Transformation and Embedding Innovation as a Competency

by Sue Ellspermann

General Readiness Factors

Case Study

Developing a Creative, Innovative Culture

Simplexity

Honestly Assess Where You Are

Craft Mission, Vision, Core Value and Goals

“Wet Cement”

Affirmation and Roll Out

The First Year

Annual Strategic Plan Refresh

Celebrating Early Wins

When Is It Time for a New Plan?

Conclusion

References

Chapter 5. Rising with the Machines: Embracing Opportunity – and Living Your Values – in an Age of Transformation

by Lee D. Lambert

Lessons Worth Learning: A Checklist

Retooling Your Workforce for the Future

Policy vs. Culture and the Power of Empowerment

Conclusion

Part II. Internal Issues Affecting Community College Workforce Development

Chapter 6. Making a Case for Workforce Development

by Ty A. Stone

Understanding the Environment

Documenting the Process

Data Matters

Ensuring Buy-In

Conclusion

Chapter 7. Understanding Equity and Its Importance in Developing the Workforce of the Future by Angela Davis, Susan Paris, Jairo McMican

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: What’s the Difference?

Tools for Understanding Equity

Conclusion

A Special Acknowledgement

References

Chapter 8. Technological Change: Human Adaptation Through Effective Learning

by Stephen R. Catt

Rapid Rate of Change in Technology and Its Effects on Learning

Addressing Strategic Workforce Challenges to Advanced Manufacturing

Futurists Predicted Rapid Technological Change

Specific Community College Challenges

Conclusion

Chapter 9. Embedded Industry Credentials: A Measure of Student Success

by Bryan Albrecht & Matt Janisin

Tactical Approach to Embedding Certifications

Case Study: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)

Results

Conclusion

About Gateway Technical College

References

Chapter 10. Learning While Working

by Paul Schreffler

Tips for Building Work-Based Learning (WBL) Programs

Overview

What is Work-Based Learning?

Why Should We Consider WBL Strategies?

Common Benefits of Apprenticeship

How to Implement Work-Based Learning

Conclusion

Best Practices in Work-Based Learning: Build Relationships

References

Chapter 11. Finance and Budgeting for Workforce Professionals

by John Will

Step 1: Understand the Market

Step 2: Know the Financial Statements

Step 3: Understand the Budget Documents

Step 4: Monitor the Operation

Adopting a Continuous Improvement Mindset

Conclusion

Competencies

Part III. Special Issues Affecting Community College Workforce Development

Chapter 12. Factors Influencing the Retention and Persistence of African American and Latino

Male STEM Students in Community College

by Michael C. Wood

Factors of Influence

Educational Persistence

The Economics of Education: Financial Persistence

Human Capital Investment

Changing the Workforce Landscape

Program Modeling

Lessons Learned: Growth Initiatives

Conclusion

References

Chapter 13. Dealing with the Changing Face of Workforce Development

by Victor Rodgers

Partnerships

WorkKeys

STEP (Stand Up, Take Action, Expect Results, and Put in the Work)

Conclusion

Chapter 14. Conceptualizing Future Competencies Needed by Community College Workforce Development Practitioners

by William J. Rothwell, Patrick E. Gerity & Vernon L. Carraway

What Are Competencies?

How Are Competencies Traditionally Identified and Used?

Trends Shaping the Future

How Can the Future Competencies Needed by Workforce Development Practitioners Be Identified and Used?

Conclusion

References

Appendix I Rating Your Competence in Workforce Development

by William J. Rothwell, Patrick E. Gerity, Vernon L. Carraway

Appendix IISelected Resources for Community College Workforce Development Professionals

by William J. Rothwell, Patrick E. Gerity, Vernon L. Carraway

About the Editors

About the Contributors