Economic Development and Workforce Education (EDWE)
The Office of Economic Development and Workforce Education (EDWE) at Los Angeles City College works collaboratively with internal and both public and private sector partners throughout Los Angeles County to transform communities through excellence in career education. With the support of businesses, industry partners, and a variety of LAUSD schools, LACC is bridging the gap between a competitively skilled and competent workforce, and new, evolving workplace demands.
EDWE is empowered to provide exceptional, targeted programs and services by the administration of federal, state, and local level grants, and various workforce-related projects.
Vision
Transforming student's lives through innovative and competitive educational opportunities.
Mission
To elevate the standards of excellence in career education by providing resources, advancing meaningful partnerships and meeting workforce needs.
Goal 1
Broaden educational and career exploration opportunities to improve student persistence, completion and success.
Goal 2
Enhance education programs by providing resources to modernize and expand opportunities for our students.
Goal 3
Create and strengthen partnerships by promoting, engaging, and committing to collaborations that increase enrollment.
Core Values
Developing advanced, modern, and transformative workforce opportunities that lead to promising careers and employment.
Enhancing opportunities to responsibly contribute to the needs of our students and businesses.
Increasing competitiveness and promoting diversity and inclusion by providing access to career education programs.
Knowing and doing what is right for our students and community.
Services
EDWE facilitates the provision of a broad spectrum of pathways, resources, training, and tools for students, professionals, and businesses including:
- Career Technical Education (CTE)
- Dual Enrollment programs
- Student internships
- LACC Apprenticeship Initiative
- Career advancement services
- Job preparation and readiness support
The EDWE staff and strategy are committed to a sustainable effort toward:
- Broadening educational and career exploration opportunities to improve student persistence.
- Enhancing education programs by providing resources to modernize and expand opportunities for our students.
- Creating and strengthening partnerships by promoting, engaging, and committing to collaborations that increase enrollment and employability.
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