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Environmental Scanning Overview Occupational Analysis

Environmental Scanning Overview Occupational Analysis. Manchester Community College Educational Master Plan November 2010. Concerns and Disclaimers. Alignment of Postsecondary Education, Connecticut General Assembly- Legislative Program Review Committee, October 6, 2009.

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Environmental Scanning Overview Occupational Analysis

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  1. Environmental Scanning OverviewOccupational Analysis Manchester Community College Educational Master Plan November 2010

  2. Concerns and Disclaimers Alignment of Postsecondary Education, Connecticut General Assembly- Legislative Program Review Committee, October 6, 2009 Difficulty in Making Accurate Demand Projections “In general, the ability to forecast 10 years out the types of jobs that will be available in the future is limited, with projections accurate only about one-third of the time. There may also be a lack of awareness or limited use of these projections by postsecondary education institutions and students.”

  3. Labor Force Projections Source: New England 2020 – Forecast of Educational Attainment

  4. Source: New England 2020 – Forecast of Educational Attainment

  5. Job Availability in the CT Employment Market “August Employment Data Shows Small Hopes For CT Job Growth” “New England's Economic Outlook: CT And NH Will Have Strongest Economies” October 2010

  6. State Industry Trends by SectorSource: CT Department of Labor

  7. State Industry Trends by SectorSource: CT Department of Labor

  8. Back to the Future – Jobs Predictions from 1980 Leisure consultant Materials utilization specialist Medical diagnostic imaging technician Myotherapist Relocation counselor Retirement counselor Robot technician Shyness consultant Software club director Space mechanic underwater archaeologist Others that come to mind are: Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Chief Information Officer (CIO) Chief Knowledge Officer (CKO) Chief Geographic Officer (CGO) Chief Training Officer Chief Privacy Officer Cybrarian Portal Administrator Health Informatics Knowledge Worker e-Commerce Bioterrorism Specialist Artificial intelligence technician Aqua-culturist Automotive fuel cell battery technician Benefits analyst Bionic electron technician Computational linguist Computer microprocessor Cryonics technician Dialysis technologist Electronic mail technician Fiber optic technician Fusion engineer Hazardous waste technician Horticultural therapy Image consultant Information broker Information center manager Job developer

  9. Synthesis • High Demand/Growth Areas Health Occupations – Continued demand for health care workers. Pharmacy Technicians, EMT’s, Radiologic Technicians, Medical Lab Technicians, Surgical Technicians, Health Information Technologists, Mortuary Science, Vet Tech’s, Gerontology Chemistry and Biology- Area of national focus and connections to health care and emerging technologies Hospitality – Lifestyle trends combined with sustained growth in job demand Mid-Level Managers – Knowledgeable in business sector with liberal arts background and soft skills to communicate effectively

  10. Emerging Trends • Energy and Sustainability – Green Jobs • Technology – Biotechnology, Green Technology • Global Competency – Business Practices, Cultural Competencies, Global Awareness • Niche Specialization • Criminal Justice – Forensics, Intelligence Analysis, Computer Crime • Business – Salesmanship, Supervision, Middle Management, Small Business, Quality Processes, Customer Service, Leadership, Retail, Insurance Specialist • “Recognition Awards” – Recognition award upon completing a group of specialized courses in a given area.

  11. Existing Programs • May need retooling to respond to economic realities and post-recession job demand: • Manufacturing – rapid prototyping, advanced technology, Occupational Safety • Education – more use of teacher assistants and aides • Endorsements in ESL, bilingual, reading, storytelling, computer • Information Systems – Focus on industry specific growth- applications, database, warehousing, networks, systems administration, cyber security Description:The Associate in Applied Sciences (AAS) in Instructional Assistance prepares students to work as instructional assistants. The program emphasizes the philosophical, cultural, and linguistic processes involved in teaching children. Students develop knowledge and skills required of the instructional assistant through a combination of courses in methodology and practicum experience.

  12. CT Department of Labor

  13. Green/Sustainability Movement and CC Occupations Paulien & Associates, Inc. September 2010

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