Competency-Based Education in Practice: Insights and Resources from Innovative Colleges

Competency-based education (CBE) is transforming the way colleges deliver workforce-aligned programs, particularly in high-demand fields such as industrial maintenance and welding. Join the Illinois Community College Board and EdSystems on May 6, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. to explore how colleges are designing and implementing CBE models that center on mastery, flexibility, and essential skills.

This webinar will introduce a new, curated collection of field-tested CBE resources, including sample curriculum, assessments, and projects that support key technical and essential competencies in industrial maintenance and welding. These resources are designed to accelerate learning, meet industry standards, and prepare learners for career success.

Whether you’re launching a new CBE program or enhancing an existing one, this session offers practical insights and ready-to-use materials to support your work. Learn how to adapt resources for your context, hear lessons learned from the field, and find out how your college can contribute to and benefit from this growing community of practice.

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