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Customized Training: Research and Best Practices

The White House "Briefing Room" is a source for information from the Obama administration related to the economy, disabilities, and a host of other issues relevant to the American Public

Workforcegps offers the opportunity to join various Communities of Practice (COP).  Each COP provides a forum for learning through the sharing of information around initiatives, resources, and online training relevant to workforce development.

The National Skills Coalition is a non-profit organization that organizes broad-based coalitions seeking to raise the skills of America’s workers across a range of industries. The site provides timely information on workforce initiatives and updates on federal and state policy, events, resources, and advocacy the organization is engaged in.

The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program (EOP) is a policy program at the Aspen Institute. Its primary mission is to advance promising strategies and policies to help low- and moderate-income Americans thrive in today’s dynamic economy.  There you'll find related links and an expanded description of the EOP’s three distinct programs.

Jobs for the Future is a national nonprofit that works to ensure educational and economic opportunity for all. They develop innovative career pathways, educational resources, and public policies that increase college readiness and career success, and build a more highly skilled workforce.

The US Business Leadership Network is a national non-profit that helps business drive performance by leveraging disability inclusion in the workplace, supply chain, and marketplace. The USBLN serves as the collective voice of nearly 50 Business Leadership Network affiliates across the United States, representing more than 5,000 businesses.

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Customized Training (CT) Apprenticeship Resources and Websites

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Information on “Middle-Skills”

Middle-skill jobs which require education beyond high school but not a four-year degree, make up the largest part of the labor market in the United States and in each of the 50 states.  States can close their middle-skill gaps by adopting policies that support sector partnerships and career pathways, and by making job-driven investments.

Harvard Business Review: Who Can Fix the “Middle-Skills” Gap?

Bridge the Gap: Rebuilding America’s Middle Skills [PDF]
An analysis of the US labor market with recommendations for business, political, and educational leaders to address the “middle skills” gap.

Skills Gap in US Manufacturing 2015 and Beyond authored by the Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte [PDF] highlights the critical need for skilled workers especially in STEM industries.  Looks at future needs and suggestions as to what needs to occur to fill these gaps.

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Customized Training (CT) Additional Resources and Websites

The White House "Briefing Room" is a source for information from the Obama administration related to the economy, disabilities, and a host of other issues relevant to the American Public.

Workforcegps offers the opportunity to join various Communities of Practice (COP).  Each COP provides a forum for learning through the sharing of information around initiatives, resources, and online training relevant to workforce development.

The National Skills Coalition is a non-profit organization that organizes broad-based coalitions seeking to raise the skills of America’s workers across a range of industries. The site provides timely information on workforce initiatives and updates on federal and state policy, events, resources, and advocacy the organization is engaged in.

The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program (EOP) is a policy program at the Aspen Institute. Its primary mission is to advance promising strategies and policies to help low- and moderate-income Americans thrive in today’s dynamic economy.  There you'll find related links and an expanded description of the EOP’s three distinct programs.

Jobs for the Future is a national nonprofit that works to ensure educational and economic opportunity for all. They develop innovative career pathways, educational resources, and public policies that increase college readiness and career success, and build a more highly skilled workforce.

The US Business Leadership Network is a national non-profit that helps business drive performance by leveraging disability inclusion in the workplace, supply chain, and marketplace. The USBLN serves as the collective voice of nearly 50 Business Leadership Network affiliates across the United States, representing more than 5,000 businesses.

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National Consortium of State Operated Comprehensive Rehabilitation Centers (NCSOCRC)

National Consortium Of State Operated Comprehensive Rehabilitation Centers (NCSOCRC) – A consortium of eight (8) rehabilitation centers operated by the vocational rehabilitation agency in its respective state.  The centers provide comprehensive rehabilitation services including training and employment services.  Vocational training is offered onsite and/or in collaboration with a local community college and local/regional   businesses offer internships and placement opportunities.  Each center is unique and further information can be found by going to the individual websites below:

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Webinars

Introduction to Customized Training (CT) in a Job-Driven Economy
This webinar defines the concept of Customized Training (CT) as it applies to national workforce job-driven initiatives around preparing youth and adults with disabilities for work.  The presentation focuses on current VR Customized Training models and practices demonstrating VR collaboration with employers and other community partners.

Job-Driven Customized Training: Exploring Innovative Models
This webinar highlights two successful Customized Training (CT) programs: Orion Industries in Washington state trains individuals for work in advanced manufacturing related to the aerospace industry and the Starbucks Inclusion Academy Program which has trained People with Disabilities including VR clients, to work in their distribution facilities in Nevada and Pennsylvania.

Customized Training: An Inclusive Employment Training Option in Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Practice
This webinar focuses on the challenges faced and benefits gained by people with disabilities from racial, ethnic, and other minority backgrounds participating in CT employment training programs. 

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