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ERIC Number: ED671400
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2020-Nov
Pages: 8
Abstractor: ERIC
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Available Date: 0000-00-00
Characteristics, Quality, and Outcomes from Nontraditional Workforce Training Programs: Results from the Survey of Educational Attainment. Research Highlights
Lisa Lee; James R. Neumeister; Cynthia Simko; Ann Kearns Davoren
NORC at the University of Chicago
Despite the expansion in the number of career programs outside of traditional higher education in recent years, little is known about the range of programs offered and their long-term value. This research examines the variety of training programs that adult workers participate in and examines the experiences and outcomes associated with this training. This research draws a distinction between "accredited and portable" (A/P) training as opposed to "non-accredited and/or non-portable" (NA/NP) training. The Survey of Educational Attainment was conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago. The survey was conducted between October 23 and November 22, 2019, with adults ages 18 to 64, including oversamples of those with a high school degree or below and those with Associate's degrees. The survey asked about workforce training experiences, including certifications and licenses, certificates, work experience programs (including apprenticeships), and continuing education. They were also asked about degrees completed. Findings suggest that NA/NP providers may offer training that is comparable in many ways to A/P institutions. For those without a two- or four-year college degree, the findings suggest that NA/NP training may offer a reasonable path to job training. There were virtually no statistically significant differences in career outcomes of non-degreed workers who completed A/P rather than NA/NP training. [ECMC Foundation provided funding for the project.]
NORC at the University of Chicago. 55 East Monrow Street, 30th Floor, Chicago, IL 60603. Tel: 312-759-4000; Web site: https://www.norc.org
Publication Type: Reports - Research
Education Level: High Schools; Secondary Education; Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; Two Year Colleges; Adult Education
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: NORC at the University of Chicago
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