Listening to Learners: New Research About People Pursuing Short-Term Credentials
Author: Amanda Bergson-Shilcock and Karina Paredes-Arzola
Subject Area: Career Pathways, ESL/ELL, High School Equivalency
Program Level: Adult Basic Education
Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows, Webinar Materials
Language: English
License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

Abstract:

Many adult learners choose to pursue short-term occupational credentials in addition to (or following) their English language or high school equivalency. In this webinar, get an overview of National Skills Coalition's new research about how people decide which credentials to pursue, and whether these programs help them accomplish their career goals. You'll get valuable insight into factors that can help you strengthen Integrated Education and Training programs and advise learners. Original webinar date: February 17, 2026 Webinar recording link: https://youtu.be/EKzYHAerFUQ