Cerritos College sets the standard: Nick Real highlights innovative approach to workforce education at TPM Conference
Instructional Dean of Technology Dr. Nick Real presented at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Talent Pipeline Management (TPM) conference on September 30, discussing how Cerritos
College utilizes labor-market intelligence (LMI) in Washington, D.C. His presentation
outlined a framework for aligning education with employer demand in Southern California’s
automotive sector.
He emphasized the college's transition from traditional program design to agile, data-driven approaches that quickly adapt to industry changes. Nick highlighted the significance of employer collaboration, demonstrating how co-developed skill maps and real-time data keep programs relevant and lead directly to good jobs. He positioned Cerritos College as a model for how community colleges can modernize workforce education to stay ahead of technological advancements.
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