Murray State Theses and Dissertations
Abstract
This phenomenological research study explored industry certifications in career and technical education. A grand tour question and three research questions guided this study. Data collected from interviews with graduate of career pathway programs, career and technical education instructors, and industry employers provided a thorough understanding of the issues experienced in career and technical education. This study revealed a need for appropriate industry certifications in career and technical education programs and the workplace. In addition, the participants expressed a desire for students to start preparing earlier for their careers and be provided with alternatives to college for post-secondary education.
Year manuscript completed
2022
Year degree awarded
2022
Author's Keywords
Career and Technical Education; Industry Certifications; Carl D. Perkins Act; Work-Based Learning
Dissertation Committee Chair
Randal H. Wilson
Committee Chair
Randal H. Wilson
Committee Member
Eric Batts
Committee Member
David Meinschein
Document Type
Dissertation
Recommended Citation
Childs, Ashley, "EXPLORATION OF INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS WITHIN CAREER PATHWAYS" (2022). Murray State Theses and Dissertations. 267.
https://digitalcommons.murraystate.edu/etd/267
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