Workforce Development focuses on aligning K-12 education with current and future business, industry, and community workforce needs.
Workforce Development in Ohio includes 16 career pathways:
Why Workforce Development Matters
- Ohio identifies workforce development as a statewide priority
- Prepares students with skills aligned to regional employer needs
- Strengthens local economics and reduces workforce shortages
- Creates equitable access to credentials, careers, and post-secondary opportunities
Key Components of Workforce Development
- Career pathways aligned to current and emerging job fields
- Skill-building (academic, technical, employability, and soft skills)
- Work-based learning (internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing)
- Industry-recognized credentials
- Post-secondary transitions (college, trade schools, apprenticeships)
- Partnerships among schools, employers, workforce boards, and agencies