2024-2025
November 7th – 9th, 2024 ASCCC Fall 2024 Plenary Session. Visalia, California
Event Dates Thu, Nov 7 2024, 8am – Sat, Nov 9 2024, 5pm Save the Date! ASCCC’s annual Fall Plenary Session, November 7-9, 2024. This is a hybrid event taking place at the Visalia Convention Center 303 E Acequia Ave, Visalia, CA 93291. We hope that all local faculty leaders will plan to join us in Visalia!
November 21-22, 2024, CTE Conference – Rancho Mirage, California
2March 24-26, 2025 UPCEA Annual Conference
The conference will explore groundbreaking ideas, foster collaboration, and elevate the collective impact of online and professional continuing education units. Attendees can look forward to engaging keynote presentations, interactive workshops, panel discussions, and many networking opportunities designed to cultivate meaningful connections within our professional community.
Whether you are an educator, administrator, researcher, policymaker, or industry professional, the UPCEA Annual Conference offers valuable opportunities to exchange ideas, share expertise, and contribute to the advancement of our units and our impactful work in support of lifelong learning.
The coming year will see continual change in our profession and on our campuses. From new federal education policy, to credential innovation and granularization, to the impact of Artificial Intelligence on our digital transformation, we all will have new stories and expertise to share with our community.
We welcome you to our mile high capital of Denver, Colorado, where in addition to the conference, we invite you to enjoy outdoor hiking in the Rocky Mountains or nearby Red Rocks Park, or visit some of our many museums such as our newly renovated Denver Art Museum.
Past Conferences:
October 28th – 30th, 2024 CAEP Summit 2024
October 30th to November 1st, 2024 | CAEL Conference
October 22nd – 25th, 2024 CCCAOE
October 8-10th, 2024 – California Economic Summit
October 7th – 10th,2024 Seattle Smartsheet ENGAGE 2024
September 18th – 20th, 2024 – Postsecondary CTE Event – ACTE
July 15th – 18th, 2024 CTAT Summer Conference
September 3 – 5, 2024 – CWA’S ANNUAL FALL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
The Meeting of the Minds 2024 conference, themed From Innovation to Implementation speaks to the workforce system’s ability to bring innovative ideas and strategic plans into reality and ultimately implementation at scale. This year’s conference will strive to emphasize the importance of partnerships and strategic relationships that lead to tangible outcomes. At this year’s conference, we aim to showcase innovative collaborations that combine resources, programs, goals, and purpose to drive positive change in the communities we serve.
Hosted and designed by the California Workforce Association (CWA), The Meeting of the Minds Monterey, CWA’s annual Workforce Leadership Conference will feature workshops focused on innovative and strategic collaborations, programs, principles, and partnerships that demonstrate the work being done to achieve success in their communities. Attendees can learn how these programs started, are implemented, and how they can be scaled to their areas or programs.
The conference will also feature a Board Member Track, specifically tailored for Workforce Development Board members. On this track, Local Workforce Board Members can expect topics to cover strategy, purpose, and what it takes to be rooted in the community.
July 10- July 13, 2024 – Curriculum Institute
May 29-31st, 2024 CWA WORKCON 2024: Bridging the Gap Conference
February 7th & 8th, 2024 Grant Writing Workshop
April 23 -26, 2024 – CCCAOE Spring Conference
April 22-25, 2024- CTE: On the Trail of Success
2022-2023
January 9th – 12th, 2024 CCCAOE Leadership Academy
January 11-12, 2024, Get Focused Stay Focused Conference
Nov. 29-Dec. 2, 2023 ACTE’s CareerTech VISION
ACTE’s CareerTech VISION is the premier annual gathering of career and technical education (CTE) professionals. Happening Nov. 29-Dec. 2 in Phoenix, Arizona, V
November 8-10, 2023 CAEL Annual Conference – Baltimore, MD.
November 8, 2023 CBE Workshop
September 28, 2023 College And K12 Regional Dual Enrollment Workshops
College and Career Access Pathways (CCAP) Grant Workshop 101 -Beginner
College and Career Access Pathways (CCAP) Grant Workshop 201- Intermediate
Fall Date: September 28, 2023
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Location: Eleanor Roosevelt High School
7447 Scholar Way, Eastvale CA, 92880
September 20-22, 2023 “Transforming Postsecondary CTE for ALL” Denver, CO
Save The Date September 20-22, 2023
Join us at ACTE’s Postsecondary CTE Summit, happening Sept. 20–22 in Denver, Colorado, as we work to:
- Address equity gaps
- Build partnerships
- Support educators
- Identify and develop resources, ensuring that our postsecondary CTE students are successful in their educational journeys and beyond!
September 27-29, 2023 BEST PRACTICES AND INNOVATIONS IN CTE CONFERENCE
This annual conference is co-hosted by the NCLA and the Administration Division of the Association for Career and Technical Education® (ACTE®) and is specifically focused on the professional development for administrators of both secondary and post-secondary career and technical education programs and institutions. The conference will be held September 27-29, 2023 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
September 12th, 2023 Linkedin Learning Community of Practice
June 28th- 9th Grade to Baccalaureate Intersegmental Collaboration
2023 Annual Retreat (June 12th – 14th)
SOLD OUT
TPM Academy: Central Valley
Required Meetings
- Tuition for the academy is generously covered by Central/Mother Lode Regional Consortium – The cost to attend does not include travel and lodging expenses (except as outlined below).
- Travel Accommodations: Travel, lodging, and dinner for the in-person events will be the responsibility of the participant. These events are in conjunction with existing convenings which should allow for maximum value in our time together. Light breakfast and lunch will be provided at the in-person events.
- Meeting 1: January 20 (Virtual)
- Meeting 2: February 1 + 2 (Visalia/Lemoore)
- Meeting 3: April 17 + 18 (Sacramento)
- Meeting 4: June 15 + 16 (Ventura)
Building the Talent Pipeline: An Implementation Guide
Catapult your efforts by bringing to YOUR institution the BEST INDUSTRY THOUGHT LEADERS to deliver DYNAMIC virtual presentations followed by YOUR institution-specific COACHING calls to create YOUR unique TACTICAL playbook.
March 22, 2023 Youth Tech Apprenticeship: A Modern WBL Strategy
March 22, 2023, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT, Online
Youth Apprenticeship is gaining traction throughout the U.S. as a high-quality work-based learning strategy that reflects the spirit of Perkins V (Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act). Employers are increasingly hiring high school students and utilizing youth apprenticeship to build the skills they need. Youth Apprenticeship in IT and Cybersecurity in particular have more opportunities for youth than ever before. As a U. S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Intermediary, Appteon promotes quality high school work-based learning, including youth apprenticeship, for both the foundational skills that contribute to an individual’s future success, and for the proven pathway educators and employers can use to build skills employers need.
Join “Youth Tech Apprenticeship: A Modern WBL Strategy” to learn more about Youth Apprenticeship, particularly in IT and/or Cybersecurity, how to incorporate it into your initiatives, and chat with the experts in the field about a thriving youth apprenticeship program.
April 4th & 5th Building Workforce Partnerships Conference – San Diego
| We are excited to share with you some of the Plenaries and Workshops that you can look forward to, presented by some really great subject matter experts. More details to follow soon! Plenaries– Labor and Public Sector Apprenticeships in California United States Department of Labor – Labor & Management Training Partnerships Incorporating Labor Standards into Workforce Development and Public Investments Workshops– Rapid Response & Business Engagement What you need to know re: 121 & 122 Reporting Business Engagement Layoff Aversion & Best Practices Benefits of Employee Ownership Workforce Board Labor Reps. 101 Understanding Federal, State and Local Funds Rapid Response Building Support for Labor High Road Training Partnerships in Your Region Effects Bargaining 101 & Rapid Response Rapid Response 101 – A Deep Dive Unions 101 for Workforce Partners High Road Construction Careers – Successful Construction Pre-apprenticeship Programs IATSE and the Future of Entertainment Taking the High Road in the Healthcare Sector Tools and Measures of Labor Standards, Job Quality and Equity Diversity Equity and Inclusion in the Finishing Trades Labor Rapid Response – Sharing Strategies from Across the Nation Bringing Digital Equity Infrastructure to your Region – CWA and Broadband Manufacturing Roundtable Bringing Labor Standards and High Road Training Partnerships to the California Equity Unionize CA Presentation San Diego Building Trades Council – Creating Careers for Reentry Workers California Worker Equity Initiative California Transit Works “High Road Training Partnerships” – Toolkit Understanding Job Quality Elements and Attracting High Road Employers to Your Hiring Events Benefits of Employee Ownership Models As we work on getting workshops, presenters and time slots confirmed, We invite you to take a look at our working list via our BOX files. Check it out here; https://app.box.com/folder/193498243473?s=gb8v1fg6qutfqvxw0dugalz6h5g1guve |
April 12-15, 2023 “ACTE 2023 Region V Leadership Conference”- North Dakota
CTE Postcard2lines (acteonline.org)
April 19-21, 2023 CCCAOE SPRING Conference – Sacramento: Register Now
CCCAOE’s Spring 2022 Conference Sacramento – April 19 – 21, 2023 – REGENCY HYATT – EVENTS CENTER
April 20th, 2023 Social Activity
Need commitment by Friday, February 3rd
Do you want to go to a fun social event during CCCAOE’s Spring 2023 Conference? The conference planning committee has a great option for you, but we need your help!
Imagine gathering in a big room to watch the Sacramento RiverCats game on Thursday evening! Food and Beverage, warm space inside with tables, chairs, food, and big screens. Plus outdoor seating for those who really focus on the game. Tickets would be purchased through a separate registration – Credit Card only, transferable to another attendee if something comes up, but no refunds.
Transportation to the venue (1.3 miles from the Hyatt) is up to each ticket holder. Carpool with those who drive to the conference, take an UBER/Lyft, scooter, walk or ride the bus. Details to follow on options after ticket purchase. Click here for more information.
April 26-28, 2023 “NATIONAL WORK-BASED LEARNING CONFERENCE” Atlanta, GA.
2023 National Work-based Learning Conference
April 26-28
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Atlanta Marriott Buckhead Hotel & Conference Center
3405 Lenox Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30326
May 5, 2023– CWC Annual Educational Conference, Ontario Airport Hotel (More information to come)
May 22-25, 2023 “NACTEI Conference” – San Antonio, TX
Conference – NACTEI The National Association for Career Technical Education Information (NACTEI) is proud to host a National Perkins Leadership Conference for 2023. The 42nd Annual Conference will be held in San Antonio, Texas. (no specific date set yet)
June 5th-7th NACE Conference – Lake Buena Vista, FL.
Attend this Orlando-area conference from June 5-7, 2023, for three days of preconference workshops, in-person networking, engaging content sessions, and interactive learning experiences. Find innovative new business solutions by visiting the Expo Hall and attending live Marketplace Solutions and Product Demos.
2023 Annual Retreat (June 12th – 14th)
SOLD OUT
The 2023 Annual Planning Retreat will be held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Ventura, California. More information to come!
Hotel Registration: Registration Closed- manage reservation only
Annual Retreat Registration: Registration Closed
February 9-10, 2023, CAEL Conference – San Diego
This in-person Workforce Development and Postsecondary Education Collaborative Summit for professionals from postsecondary education and workforce development organizations is focused on teaming up to build critical partnerships to support equitable access to skills education and training. The summit is a working retreat aimed at increasing collaboration and strengthening workforce education-training-career initiatives. The sessions of this learning summit will provide presentations of various research and case studies in a workshop environment. Participants will interact in large groups and team settings to explore the summit topics in the context of their own institution and organization. Click here for more information for CAEL Conference
February 15-17, 2023 “Community College Baccalaureate Association Conference”, Palm Springs, Ca.
Join the nation’s top CCB practitioners and higher education scholars in Palm Springs, CA at The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa for CCBA 2023 to Imagine the Possibilities for Community College Baccalaureate Degrees!
Conference Schedule 2023 | CCBA (accbd.org) CCBA 2023 promises to deliver a robust schedule of dynamic content, interactive workshops and engaging learning sessions with a focus on the latest CCB promising practices, program innovations and data-driven strategies.
February 26th – 28th, 2023 “Educating for Careers” Conference – Sacramento
2023 Educating for Careers will be an excellent time to share any and all strategies developed for student success within your academy, pathway, or program! Educating for Careers Conference Brochure(educatingforcareers.org)
March 2nd & 3rd, 2023 California Community Colleges Bachelor’s Degree Programs
Who should attend: All California Community Colleges who currently offer baccalaureate degree programs or are planning to apply to offer a baccalaureate degree program; specifically, program faculty, VPI, VPSS, articulation officers, researchers, deans, directors, academic senate presidents, and counselors are encouraged to attend
When: Thursday, March 2nd at 12pm through Friday, March 3rd at 12pm
Where: Golden West College, Huntington Beach, CA
Hotel: Springhill Suites, 7872 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92647
October 27-28, 2022, California Economic Summit
Produced by California Forward in partnership with the California Stewardship Network, the Summit influences CA FWD’s ongoing movement to make the government and economy work for everyone. The two-day Summit is designed to create a shared economic agenda known as the Roadmap to Shared Prosperity and strengthen the Summit network, setting the stage for collective action in 2023.
Register here for the 2022 California Economic Summit!
Click here to learn why you’ll want to join us for this annual two-day gathering to shape our collective action in 2023 and to strengthen the Summit network.
November 14, 2022, NAW LEARNING LAB: “UNDERSTANDING THE FINANCIALS OF APPRENTICESHIP” Sacramento
Join the Grow Apprenticeship California team from the Foundation for California Community Colleges during National Apprenticeship Week for a learning lab focused on understanding the financials of apprenticeship. This in-person event will take place on Monday, November 14, from 8:30am – 2:00pm at the Kimpton Sawyer Hotel, 500 J St, Sacramento, CA 95814.
We will be joined by our partners from the California Community College Chancellor’s Office and the Division of Apprenticeship Standards amongst others. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from our knowledgeable speakers regarding current and future funding opportunities, understanding the costs of an apprenticeship program, understanding RSI, and how SNAP E&T funds can benefit apprentices.
This learning lab is FREE and open to all community colleges, intermediaries, apprenticeship practitioners, stakeholders, employer partners, non-profit organizations, and workforce boards throughout California. This is a great opportunity for individuals wanting to learn more about financially operating and resources available when it comes to developing and sustaining an apprenticeship program. There are very limited seats available so please register as soon as possible by no later than October 31, 2022. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAFAneJ-c88vcmB0VSpcOVjpE3iUL4lJvUY4cKRqYM9Ut0OA/viewform
Date: November 14, 2022 Time: 8:30am – 2:00pm
Location: Kimpton Sawyer Hotel, 500 J St, Sacramento, CA 95814
November 30- Dec 3, 2022 “ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2022” – Las Vegas
Join the Esri education team at the 2022 ACTE CareerTech VISION. Experience networking and professional development, covering high-quality secondary and post-secondary CTE. (Register by 10/14/2022) ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2022 – Esri Community
When: Nov 30-Dec 3, 2022
Where: Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, NV 89109
January 10th-13th, 2023 “Leadership Academy 1.0″ – San Diego, Ca.
The series will include in-person sessions beginning January 10, 2023, at the Embassy Suites by Hilton
San Diego. There is also a total of 6 virtual community of practice sessions to take a deeper dive into the modules with graduation on the Friday of the Spring 2024 Conference.
Leadership Academy 2023 Level 1.0 Flyer.pdf – Google Drive
January 18th – 21st, 2023 AACC WDI 2023: “Shockproof” Conference – Indian Wells, CA.
The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) is proud to present our annual Workforce Development Institute (WDI). WDI 2023: Shockproof is the premier annual convening for new and seasoned community college-based workforce and economic development professionals. WDI 2023: Shockproof will be held January 18-21, 2023. Our program will feature an array of perspectives highlighting innovative strategies and promising practices to support your workforce and economic development efforts. Schedule for workshop
For more information: Registration Information