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PROPRIETARY SCHOOL MODULE : Local Training Programs and the Providers Available

PROPRIETARY SCHOOL MODULE : Local Training Programs and the Providers Available. Workforce Literacy Institute Saturday, March 25, 2006 Presented by: Mary Jo Ochoa. Where is the information available?. TWC Website www.twc.state.tx.us Phone book Newspaper At school locations

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PROPRIETARY SCHOOL MODULE : Local Training Programs and the Providers Available

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  1. PROPRIETARY SCHOOL MODULE: Local Training Programs and the Providers Available Workforce Literacy Institute Saturday, March 25, 2006 Presented by: Mary Jo Ochoa

  2. Where is the information available? • TWC Website • www.twc.state.tx.us • Phone book • Newspaper • At school locations • Upper Rio Grande @ Work Centers

  3. Programs Available for TWC • Approval of programs is based on a Targeted Occupations List • Developed and issued by Upper Rio Grande @ Work Board • Currently has 36 Occupations in demand and target industry clusters • Training providers must demonstrate that their programs lead to a targeted occupation

  4. Most Popular Careers (among TWC clients) • For Men: • Construction Manager (offered in bilingual structure) • Electrical Assistant (offered in bilingual structure) • Truck Driving • For Women: • Computer Operator (offered in bilingual structure) • Office Assistant (offered in bilingual structure) • Medical Assistant

  5. Location Travel distance from home, employment Condition of facility Parking, computer labs, state of equipment, etc. Programs available Different programs per campus, program length, curriculum, internship options Instructors Certification requirements, field experience, training received Method of Instruction Lecture, hands-on, lab, interactive Class size Student to Instructor ratio Assessment of Programs and Providers- What to look for?

  6. Community Colleges vs. Proprietary Providers

  7. Community Colleges vs. Proprietary Providers

  8. Assessment of Programs and Providers-Performance Information • El Paso Community College • DECIDE - Local Workforce Development Areas • http://decide.cdr.state.tx.us/asp/school_region.asp#bottom • Proprietary Schools (vocational, non-college entities) • Texas Workforce Commission • http://www.twc.state.tx.us/boards/wia/tpcs/etpc.html • At the schools • Information available per program per year

  9. Assessment of Programs and Providers-Performance Information • What to look for? • Completion Rates per program • Will tell you how many students complete the program they are enrolled in? • Information is per year • Entered Employment Rates per program • How many students completing the program obtained employment? • Clarification should be requested whether employment is related to training or not • Entry wages per program • What is the average entry wage of the students who obtained employment?

  10. Assessment of Programs and Providers-ProgramEntrance Requirements • Info available at: • Schools’ websites • Upper Rio Grande @ Work Centers • At school locations • What do they mean? • This will list what the students need before they are accepted into program • Examples: reading, math and comprehension levels, physical or medical exams required, uniform/ clothing attire, tests and minimum scores required by providers, etc.

  11. Assessment of Programs and Providers-Tests Required • TABE • Targets Reading, Mathematics, and Language • CELSA • Utilized to determine placement levels into ESL courses at Community Colleges. Test measures understanding of word meaning and grammatical ability. • CASAS • Assesses adult basic reading, math, listening, writing, and speaking skills within a functional context • Required tests vary per provider. Student must inquire with school on testing specifics.

  12. Conclusion • TWC students are encouraged to visit at least 3 schools that offer chosen career • Important to shop around and compare • Encourage students to visit as many schools as possible to find the best match • The more informed the students are, the better decision they will make for their future!!!

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