Virtual Workshops
Building Pathways to Success
CORD’s Summer Learning Series
Join us this summer for a series of engaging and informative virtual workshops designed to help educators and counselors align and support learners in career pathways. Enhance your skills and knowledge with expert-led sessions on essential topics.
Meet Your Lead Facilitator
Dr. Jennifer Jirous-Rapp
Vice President, Pathways & Partnerships, CORD
Wednesday, June 18 (Noon–3:00 EST)
Supporting Learners in Career Pathways
This workshop, directed toward counselors and career advisors, will explore promising practices for developing a career preparation ecosystem that prepares all learners for success. Participants will develop action steps to employ efficient program design that accommodates the needs of learners by removing barriers and surrounding learners with holistic supports.
Facilitator: Dr. Jennifer Jirous-Rapp, Vice President, Pathways & Partnerships, CORD
Guest Presenter:
CTE Program Director for Special Populations, Counseling and Equity, CTE State Office in Colorado
Tuesday, July 8 (Noon–3:00 EST)
Creating Maps to Align Career Pathways
This workshop helps you assess existing pathways to uncover gaps and identify opportunities for your learners. We’ll help you envision seamless pathways of stackable credentials, giving learners of all ages and skill levels practical building blocks for in-demand skills, employment opportunities, and career advancement. Participants will develop a pathway map and action steps to address gaps and build alignment.
Facilitator: Dr. Jennifer Jirous-Rapp, Vice President, Pathways & Partnerships, CORD
Guest Presenter:
Senior Consultant, CORD
Vice President of Strategic Alliances and Innovation,
Harper College (Retired)
Wednesday, July 30 (Noon–3:00 EST)
Integrating Apprenticeships into Career Pathways
This workshop explores the seamless integration of work-based learning that fosters apprenticeships within career pathways. From classroom-based career exploration to internships and apprenticeships, we’ll cover practical approaches for bridging education and work. Attendees will develop action steps for integrating these into their own state and local career pathways.
Facilitator:
Dr. Jennifer Jirous-Rapp, Vice President, Pathways & Partnerships, CORD
Wednesday, August 13 (Noon–3:00 EST)
Necessary Skills Now: Integrating Employability Skills into Career Pathways
Join us for a dynamic and interactive workshop designed specifically for educators, focusing on the integration of employability skills into technical programs. Participants will learn about employer perspectives on in-demand employability skills and strategies for embedding those skills into existing courses. The presenters will share bite-sized resources that can have a big impact on programs, along with a suite of classroom-ready tools that can be used immediately.
Facilitators:
CEO, CORD
Mechatronics Program Head & Faculty, Central Virginia Community College (VA)
Registration Information
Cost: $150 per 3-hour workshop – counts toward CEU credits
Customized Workshop Option
Interested in a tailored workshop? We offer customized delivery of any of these workshops to meet the specific needs of your community. Contact Dr. Jennifer Jirous-Rapp to discuss how we can create a personalized experience for your team.
