NOCTI will be attending the Virginia Association of Career and Technical Education Administrator's (VACTEA) Conference in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Stop by Table #20 to say hello to NOCTI Team Member, Mandy McCall! Join our session titled:  Learners in the Lead:  Empowering Students with Tools for Certification Success. Learn about ways to empower CTE students to take […]

NOCTI's, Director of Education, Heidi Speese, is excited to join business, marketing, and education leaders at the 2025 BTANYS Annual Conference in New York, hosted by the Business Teacher Association of New York State (BTANYS). We are looking forward to connecting with practitioners, sharing best practices for skills assessment and credentialing, and exploring how to […]

NOCTI is excited to join professionals across Colorado in Glenwood Springs at the 2025 CTE PWR Conference, hosted by the Colorado ACE/CTE Board. This conference brings together practitioners from ACE, counseling, work-based learning, corrections, and career development to focus on postsecondary and workforce readiness, with special attention to equity and inclusion for all learners. Stop […]

NOCTI is excited to attend the ILC: Innovation, Learning, and Career Education Conference, hosted by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. This event showcases how career-related and academic content come together through partnerships among CTCs, K12 schools, higher education, employers, and other organizations (like NOCTI) that make the CTE ecosystem thrive. We’re proud to be represented […]

NOCTI/NBS is proud to join the 2025 ApprenticeshipPA Conference, celebrating Pennsylvania’s leadership in connecting classroom learning with real-world experience. This event unites industry, education, and workforce partners committed to expanding high-quality apprenticeship and work-based training opportunities across the Commonwealth. Kathleen McNally, NOCTI/NBS CEO, will take part in the panel “Across the Pond, Across the Pipeline: […]

NOCTI is excited to be part of ACTE’s CareerTech VISION, December 9–12 in Nashville, TN! This premier event brings together thousands of CTE educators, leaders, and industry partners for hundreds of sessions, dynamic networking opportunities, and a vibrant Expo. We look forward to connecting, sharing, and collaborating on emerging trends shaping the future of CTE—ranging […]

Credential Corner is your go-to space to explore how certifications can power career pathways and elevate CTE programs. This exciting area features outstanding partners, including: AMTEC eDynamic HBI MSSC Rouxbe Stratasys PHCC ACF Don’t miss the fun—join our CTE-themed Poker Run while you’re there. We can’t wait to see you!

Visit the Bark Park at VISION 2025—where wagging tails meet CTE! NOCTI is excited to sponsor this fun, uplifting space featuring adoptable dogs from Proverbs 12:10, a local shelter. Swing by on Wednesday, December 10 or Thursday, December 11 between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to take a break, meet the pups, and learn how […]

NOCTI/NBS will be exhibiting at the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) 2026 Workforce Development Institute (WDI), taking place January 28–31, 2026, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Centered on the theme of “Resilience,” WDI brings together community college leaders, industry partners, and government stakeholders to explore strategies that strengthen and sustain the nation’s workforce pipeline through […]

Get ready for certification testing! Join NOCTI for a Texas-focused webinar packed with practical tools, proven tips, and insider insights to make post-testing smooth, stress-free, and successful. We’ll walk through key resources, clarify essential roles, and share best practices. Whether you’re gearing up for your NOCTI testing season or just need a quick refresh, you’ll […]

NOCTI is excited to attend the CTAT Winter Conference, a statewide gathering of Career and Technical Education leaders focused on strengthening programs and improving student outcomes across Texas. On February 10 at 1:30 p.m., NOCTI will present Leveraging NOCTI Data for Student Success, highlighting how student performance data can be used to drive continuous improvement. […]

NOCTI is excited to participate in the Pathways to Career Readiness Symposium, a gathering of local, state, and national leaders focused on preparing today’s learners for the workforce of tomorrow. As students face new and evolving challenges on their journey—whether moving directly from high school into careers or continuing through two- and four-year degrees—this symposium […]