Our Approach to Career Connected Learning

We design blended career advising and counselor enablement programs that balance student-facing supports with sustainable capacity building for schools and networks.

Integrating Student Supports with Counselor Capacity

Career connected learning programs require more than just advising resources. They need counselors equipped to guide students through complex postsecondary pathways, workforce partnerships that provide real opportunities, and systems that sustain these supports over time.

Our approach integrates three core elements:

  • Postsecondary advising supports that help students navigate college applications, financial aid, and career exploration
  • Counselor training and enablement delivered through blended professional learning and train-the-trainer models
  • Workforce partnerships connecting students to industry mentors, sector skills development, and work-based learning opportunities

How We Work

1

Understand Context

Map existing advising capacity, counselor needs, and student populations. Identify gaps between current supports and desired outcomes.

2

Design Program Architecture

Build a blended model integrating student-facing resources, counselor training, and partnership structures. Align to existing school or network systems.

3

Develop Resources and Training

Create advising tools, professional learning modules, and implementation guides. Design train-the-trainer pathways for regional delivery.

4

Pilot and Refine

Launch with a cohort of schools or regions. Gather feedback from counselors and students. Adjust resources and training based on real-world use.

5

Scale and Sustain

Expand to additional schools or regions using train-the-trainer models. Build ownership and capacity within the organization for long-term sustainability.

6

Monitor and Iterate

Track student outcomes, counselor engagement, and program reach. Refine resources and training based on data and feedback.

Design Principles

Every program is shaped by these core principles:

  • Blended delivery: Combine in-person and turnkey digital supports to maximize reach without sacrificing quality
  • Counselor enablement: Build capacity within schools rather than creating dependency on external resources
  • Equity-centered: Design with awareness of diverse student needs, access barriers, and regional contexts
  • Partnership-driven: Leverage workforce organizations and mentoring networks to expand opportunities
  • Outcomes-focused: Measure what matters—student postsecondary enrollment, persistence, and career readiness

Ready to Explore How This Applies to Your Context?

Let's discuss your goals for career connected learning and design an approach that fits your schools, network, or organization.

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