Building America's Skilled Technical Workforce - Softcover

National Academies Of Sciences, Engineering, And Medicine; National Academy Of Engineering; Division Of Behavioral And Social Sciences And Education; Policy And Global Affairs; Board On Science Education; Board On Higher Education And Workforce; Board On Science, Technology, And Economic Policy; Committee On The Supply Chain For Middle-Skill Jobs: Education, Training, And Certification Pathways

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0309440068 ISBN 13: 9780309440066

Publisher: National Academies Press, 2017

Synopsis

Skilled technical occupations―defined as occupations that require a high level of knowledge in a technical domain but do not require a bachelor's degree for entry―are a key component of the U.S. economy. In response to globalization and advances in science and technology, American firms are demanding workers with greater proficiency in literacy and numeracy, as well as strong interpersonal, technical, and problem-solving skills. However, employer surveys and industry and government reports have raised concerns that the nation may not have an adequate supply of skilled technical workers to achieve its competitiveness and economic growth objectives.

In response to the broader need for policy information and advice, Building America's Skilled Technical Workforce examines the coverage, effectiveness, flexibility, and coordination of the policies and various programs that prepare Americans for skilled technical jobs. This report provides action-oriented recommendations for improving the American system of technical education, training, and certification.

Table of Contents

• Front Matter
• Summary
• 1 The Skilled Technical Workforce Development Challenge
• 2 Labor Market Patterns and Trends
• 3 The Public Policy Context
• 4 The Complex U.S. System of Workforce Education and Training
• 5 Challenges in Developing a Skilled Technical Workforce
• 6 Key Lessons for Programs and Policies
• 7 Findings and Recommendations
• References
• Appendix A: Agendas of Committee Meetings
• Appendix B: Biographies of Committee Members
• Appendix C: Examples of Sector-Specific Strategies

Edition details

• Publisher: National Academies Press
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0309440068
• ISBN 13: 9780309440066
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 258