by Amie Bloomfield | Dec 13, 2023 | Credentialing
Students in CTE programs have unparalleled learning environments to acquire hands-on skills. Culinary students learn proper knife-handling skills and how to prepare restaurant-quality dishes on commercial kitchen equipment. Health science students practice measuring a...
by Amie Bloomfield | Nov 2, 2023 | Credentialing
Some schools are receiving additional funds based on their students earning certifications. Due to the growing recognition of the value of Career and Technical Education (CTE), workforce training incentives, and dedicated funding channels, students are acquiring...
by Amie Bloomfield | Oct 19, 2023 | Credentialing
The early days of 3D printing were focused on prototyping. With advancements in technology, including enhanced speed, accuracy, and the ability to utilize high-quality materials, 3D printing now holds potential applications across virtually every industry. An exciting...
by Amie Bloomfield | Sep 14, 2023 | Credentialing, CTE Advocacy
September is Workforce Development Month, a time to reflect on the contributions of our nation’s workforce and the role workforce development professionals and programs play in supporting workers and growing our economy. For more than a century career and technical...
by Amie Bloomfield | Aug 24, 2023 | Credentialing
Bentonville, Arkansas has become the mountain biking capital of the world. The city’s 70 miles of trails connect to the expansive 400-mile Oz trail system that winds throughout scenic northwest Arkansas. In December 2022, the U.S. National Mountain Biking Team...
by Amie Bloomfield | Aug 15, 2023 | Credentialing
As a Career and Technical Education (CTE) administrator, you play a pivotal role in how the programs at your school prepare students with the technical skills and knowledge to succeed in their chosen industry. Your leadership serves the ever-changing needs of...
by Amie Bloomfield | May 24, 2023 | Credentialing, News, Newsletters
Summer 2023 Newsletter About ten years ago, the NOCTI Board of Trustees began a discussion about a disturbing trend in career and technical education (CTE) – the difficulty in finding and retaining quality teachers. Part of the issue in many states was finding ways to...
by Amie Bloomfield | May 18, 2023 | Credentialing
CTE credentialing programs are generally organized into industry sectors or programs of study geared to secondary and postsecondary students and to address the needs of workforce development programs. Industry standards are the crucial qualifications a person needs...
by Amie Bloomfield | May 11, 2023 | Credentialing, Why NOCTI
Congratulations on nearing the end of your first year as a CTE administrator! Your leadership and organizational skills are key to ensuring your team and programs have the support and resources to meet educational goals and equip students to be successful in their...
by Amie Bloomfield | Apr 27, 2023 | Credentialing
For over 20 years, NOCTI has collaborated with the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), Bureau of Career and Technical Education (BCTE) to support the state’s career and technical education (CTE) programs. While the scope of the partnership has evolved over the...
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