Register now for the NCATC 2022 Fall Conference hosted by Rowan-Cabarrus Community College

  The pandemic has greatly sped up the adoption of technology across industries and occupations. As CTE programs adapt to changing employer demands, hard data and recommended practices are vital. In this webinar, get an overview of research from the nonprofit National Skills Coalition that explores workers' digital skills and limitations; see examples of how digital skills are showing up in roles from logistics to healthcare and beyond; and find out about new federal funding coming to every state in 2023 via the Digital Equity Act. Bring your questions!

The infrastructure legislation passed by Congress last year included brand-new investment of $2.75 billion via the Digital Equity Act and $42 billion via the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program. Now, as state officials begin to develop their federally mandated Digital Equity Plans and five-year BEAD plans, CTE leaders have a vital role to play. Get an overview of key deadlines and opportunities to weigh in on your state's plans. Learn how you can use your institution's programs to illustrate the fast-changing world of digital skill development and ensure that your state prioritizes workforce development and career technical education as new funds are distributed. Put on your policy advocate hat and join the discussion!