Professional Development Opportunities
Adult education professional development opportunities are open to part-time andfull-time Wisconsin Technical College instructors and staff and our Community-Based educational partners.
Because each opportunity may have different eligibility criteria, please refer to the specific training for more information.
The Adult Education team ensures that professional development opportunities are aligned with the WTCS Student Success Center goals, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title II, and Faculty Quality Assurance System (FQAS).
For questions about professional development options, contact Cristina Parente, Director, ELL Programming.
Fall 2025 Opportunities
WTCS Fall 2025 Professional Development Opportunities For Adult Education
Series : IELCE Section 243 Community of Practice
Mondays @ 9-10am Sept 22 Oct 20 Nov 17 Dec 15
Required for programs who receive Section 243 funds- Please have at least one staff present for the CoP meetings. Share and discover effective strategies for contextualized instruction
✅ Access tools and resources that support career pathways and IET implementation
✅ Stay informed on WIOA and IELCE compliance requirements
✅ Connect with peers
✅ Engage in meaningful discussions that strengthen program quality and impact
Microsoft Teams
WIOA Basics
Sept 24 @ 2-4pm
Audience: Professionals in Wisconsin working for, or with, a WIOA Title or partner program (including, but not limited to, programs required to participate in the one-stop delivery system).
Topics: Provide a general overview of key aspects of WIOA as well as summaries of individual WIOA programs and operations.
World Education Services presents: The Power of Supportive Services
Presenters from Lane Community College, OR and Austin Community College, TX
September 24th @ 2-3:30pm
Join us for a discussion led by community college leaders managing innovative support centers. CARE and Welcoming Centers are essential for providing students with comprehensive support and a gathering place to help them stay safe and ready to learn. Bring what exists on your campus to this conversation, listen for what our speakers do differently, and consider how you might incorporate some of these strategies into your campus. Also, bring your questions about support services.
Registration closes on September 22nd.
CARE Listening Session
Sept 29 @1-2pm
If you attended the June Immigrant and Refugee Conference at Madison College, join us to hear updates, provide feedback, and learn about new resources.
HSED 5.09 Essentials: Training for Instructors and Program Leaders’ Administration-
Oct 10 @ 9:30am 3:30pm –In person in Madison
Tentative Agenda: Welcome and HSED 5.09 overview, breakout sessions per course topic, implementation and planning meetings for WTCS, DOC, CBO, and tribal colleges.
Registration limited to existing HSED Programs
World Education presents- Creative Learning Approaches- Contextualized Work based and Beyond-strategies for working with immigrant and refugee populations
October 24th – 2-3:30pm
Registration closes October 22
IET Mini Boot Camp- The Basics
Fridays @ 3:30- 3:30pm October 17, 24, 31 and November 7
Are you new to Integrated Education and Training (IET) development? Or maybe you’re looking to refresh your skills and stay current? Whether you’re faculty or administrative staff, IET Boot Camp – The Basics is your gateway to understanding how IET strengthens career pathways and improves learner outcomes.
This session is perfect for anyone looking to make a meaningful contribution to student success through integrated learning and workforce development
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Other Professional Development Resources
This LINCS Professional Development Guides share evidence-based professional development opportunities available through the Literacy Information and Communication System (LINCS) for instructors, program administrators, professional developers, state staff, and more. LINCS is a national leadership initiative of the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE), which seeks to expand evidence-based practice in adult education.