ED Programs

Short-Term Outcomes

Long-Term Outcomes
Elements for Success
GENERAL EDUCATION (see WHAT WORKS)
Remedial Education Improve basic skills in reading, writing, arithmetic and computer literacy. Build the basic skills of the local work force. Increase number of workers with GEDsPrepare workers for more advanced education. Educational services provided at no cost to students. Employ teachers who are experts in adult education.
Soft Skills Training Improve general skills (interviewing, interpersonal relations, accepting supervision and positive attitude). Increase probability of finding and maintaining jobs. Provide opportunities for life-long learning. Use a well-tested training curriculum.
OCCUPATION / INDUSTRY SPECIFIC TRAINING (see WHAT WORKS)
Apprenticeships Train for skilled trade. Increase supply of workers with specific skills required by local industry. On-the-job training is key. Partnerships between educational institutions and industry are critical.
Specialized/Vocational Training Train workers in specific skills (ex: machining, metal finishing, electronics, medical technicians and culinary arts). Increase supply of workers with specific skills required by local industry. Place individuals along a career path. Strong partnership with industry.Include instructors from industry. A good match with skills needed by local industry. Provide accredited training.
School-to-Work Programs Prepare high-school graduates for skilled entry-level work. Increase number of high school graduates ready for local labor markets. Help prevent students from dropping out of school. High schools need to partner with a local community college and major businesses.Use unpaid internships. Offer career counseling to students.
JOB MATCHING (see WHAT WORKS)
Matching Existing Skills of Local Workers with Industry Needs Identify and market the existing skills of local workers. Bridge the distance between potential employees and employers. Shorten job search time. Identify target population and businesses. Work at a neighborhood level.
Developing Job Training to Match Industry Needs Train workers in skills needed in the local economy. Increase supply of well-trained and job-ready workers. Partnership between industry and nonprofit engaged in training. Strong nonprofits with knowledge of industry needs, training programs, and ability to identify workers to train.
Employee Recruitment and Assessment Recruit potential workers, assess their skills and provide placement services. Match local workers with available jobs. Save time and resources to businesses searching for qualified employees. Develop information flows on supply of and demand for employees.