Workforce Development
Southwestern College partners with employers, economic development agencies, community-based organizations, and a variety of educational partners to build a talent pipeline to meet the needs of business and industry. The college’s primary role is to provide a comprehensive range of career education courses, programs, and services that equip students with the skills and abilities necessary to achieve economic and social mobility, as well as compete for living-wage careers globally.
Workforce Funding
A faculty resource page providing information on available resources, guidelines, processes, and applications.
Advance Your Business
A business-facing page providing information and resources to upskill employees, introduce new talent, start student/business relationships, and more.
Industry Certifications
Industry certifications allow students to demonstrate mastery of knowledge and/or skills that are in demand among their local community.
Career Education
Career Education programs offer quality, hands-on education and skills-building that allow individuals to thrive in the workforce and in their communities.
Workforce Office Support
The Workforce Team is here to support all Career Education faculty, whether they are seeking assistance with data, labor market information, curriculum development, marketing and outreach, program expansion or modification, or innovative ways to increase student success and employment. We are located in Bldg 59A-101
Workforce Committees
There are two (2) shared governance committees at Southwestern College that help guide efforts associated with Career Education.
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