Build Employer Partnerships That Scale in CTE
Most K-12 systems weren't built to manage employer relationships at scale. This guide shows you three proven partnership models and how to assess which one fits your capacity.
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- Strategies for building employer partnerships
- Models for launching work-based learning programs
- District readiness frameworks
- Real examples from CTE leaders
Youth Apprenticeships Are Growing.
Youth apprenticeships have more than doubled in the past decade, but scaling them requires partnership structures most K-12 systems weren't built to manage.
Growth in Youth Apprenticeships
New youth apprentices per year increased 113% between 2010 and 2020 as states invest in career pathways.
Completion Rate in Leading Programs
High-quality programs see completion rates more than double the registered apprenticeship average.
What You'll Gain
Whether you're launching your first youth apprenticeship or scaling what's already working, this guide gives you a clear starting point.
Build Employer Partnerships
Practical strategies for engaging employers around clear workforce needs—not just school-driven goals.
Learn Implementation Principles
What strong partnerships have in common across industries and regions.
Compare Partnership Models
Understand three proven models: district-led, state-led, and intermediary-led—and which fits your capacity.
Assess District Readiness
Evaluate whether your district is prepared to launch partnership-driven programs.