Jobs for the Future (JFF)

“There’s an explosion of programs—over a million credentials—and too many lead to dead ends.” — Jeff Bulanda, JFF We need career navigation systems rooted in transparency, accountability, and real outcomes for learners. Read more >> hubs.la/Q04g2ljD0 #CredentialsOfValue

Not all credentials create real opportunity. “If a credential doesn’t lead to better outcomes, we have to ask: why does it exist?” — Greg DeSantis, JFF We need credentials that are transparent, skills-based, and connected to real economic mobility. Read more >> hubs.la/Q04g2bkL0 #CredentialsOfValue

Not all credentials create real opportunity. “If a credential doesn’t lead to better outcomes, we have to ask: why does it exist?” — Greg DeSantis, JFF We need credentials that are transparent, skills-based, and connected to real economic mobility. Read more >> hubs.la/Q04g2mNj0 #CredentialsOfValue

Too many credentials fail on cost, time, and connection to quality jobs. At JFF, we believe: • Skills are the currency • Credentials are the signal • Economic advancement is the outcome Read more >> hubs.la/Q04g2lW60 #CredentialsOfValue

Too many credentials fail on cost, time, and connection to quality jobs. At JFF, we believe: • Skills are the currency • Credentials are the signal • Economic advancement is the outcome Read more >> hubs.la/Q04g2h6D0 #CredentialsOfValue

The strongest models combine paid work, skill building, credentials, and real career mobility. Read Maria’s full Forbes piece on why apprenticeship belongs at the center of America’s workforce strategy: hubs.la/Q04fc9Ct0 #NAW #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #Apprenticeship

That means expanding apprenticeship into more high-growth fields, from health care and education to AI, cybersecurity, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing. It also means ending the outdated idea that apprenticeship is a lesser alternative to college or only for certain careers. 🧵 6/7

Everyone agrees apprenticeships work. So why are we still treating them like a backup plan? 🧵 1/7

When colleges pair data with student insights and a clear framework for action, more learners can access and complete programs that lead to high-wage, high-growth careers. ✨ Read more ➡️ jff.org/blog/evidence-…

At @ForsythTechCC, student feedback is reshaping Mechatronics programs with flexible schedules, mentorship, and stronger supports.

Imagine a student enrolling in a community college program, hoping it leads to a stable, well-paying job. Halfway through, she realizes it doesn’t align with what employers are actually hiring for. She keeps going anyway. Many do. So where does the system break down? 🧵

Workforce Pell could transform access to short-term training—but are colleges ready? With SCC6 (Round 6) due May 20, now’s the time to plan. Join JFF May 1 (2pm ET) to break down what it takes to build high-quality pathways. Register: hubs.la/Q04dDJr-0…

@JNJNews 1/2 2️⃣ We’re supporting the Apprenticeships Unlocked initiative, led by @jfftweets, which mobilizes 100 companies to create new apprenticeships in high-demand & emerging sectors across the US. Read today's announcements from the #GoogleMITAIEconomyForum: goo.gle/4dGy7cN