Pearson Expands College and Early Career Programming to More Than Half of Connections Academy Schools in the Country
Pearson's Connections Academy has expanded its college and early career program to over 20 schools, now covering more than half of its supported schools in the US. This expansion provides tens of thousands of middle and high school students with opportunities to earn college credits and industry certifications. The program's tri-credit approach offers high school credit, industry-recognized micro-credentials, and eligibility for college credit towards US bachelor's degree programs.
The initiative has doubled career partnerships, increasing students' exposure to industry experiences. New partnerships include Future Business Leaders of America, The Home Depot, HOSA-Future Health Professionals, and the SEMI Foundation. The program also provides access to career assessments, post-secondary planning, career coaching, and engagement with professionals in STEM, film, and creative careers.
Il Connections Academy di Pearson ha espanso il suo programma per le college e le carriere precoci a oltre 20 scuole, coprendo ora più della metà delle scuole supportate negli Stati Uniti. Questa espansione offre decine di migliaia di studenti delle scuole medie e superiori l'opportunità di guadagnare crediti universitari e certificazioni professionali. L'approccio tri-credit del programma offre crediti scolastici, micro-credential riconosciuti dall'industria e idoneità per crediti universitari verso i programmi di laurea negli Stati Uniti.
Iniziativa ha raddoppiato le partnership professionali, aumentando l'esposizione degli studenti alle esperienze nel settore. Le nuove partnership includono Future Business Leaders of America, The Home Depot, HOSA-Future Health Professionals e la SEMI Foundation. Il programma offre anche accesso a valutazioni professionali, pianificazione post-secondaria, coaching professionale e interazione con professionisti nei settori STEM, cinema e carriere creative.
La Academia Connections de Pearson ha ampliado su programa de carrera universitaria y temprana a más de 20 escuelas, cubriendo ahora más de la mitad de las escuelas apoyadas en los EE. UU. Esta expansión brinda decenas de miles de estudiantes de secundaria y preparatoria la oportunidad de obtener créditos universitarios y certificaciones de la industria. El enfoque de tres créditos del programa ofrece créditos de secundaria, microcredenciales reconocidas por la industria y elegibilidad para créditos universitarios hacia programas de licenciatura en EE. UU.
La iniciativa ha doblado las asociaciones profesionales, aumentando la exposición de los estudiantes a experiencias en la industria. Las nuevas asociaciones incluyen a Future Business Leaders of America, The Home Depot, HOSA-Future Health Professionals y la SEMI Foundation. El programa también brinda acceso a evaluaciones de carrera, planificación post-secundaria, asesoramiento profesional y conexión con profesionales en STEM, cine y carreras creativas.
피어슨의 커넥션 아카데미는 대학 및 조기 경력 프로그램을 확장했습니다, 이제 20개 이상의 학교에 걸쳐 있으며, 미국 전역의 지원하는 학교의 절반 이상을 포함합니다. 이 확장은 수많은 중고등학생들에게 대학 학점과 산업 인증을 받을 기회를 제공합니다. 프로그램의 삼중 학점 접근법은 고등학교 학점, 산업에서 인정받는 마이크로 자격증, 그리고 미국 학사 학위를 위한 대학 학점 자격을 제공합니다.
이 이니셔티브는 경력 파트너십을 두 배로 늘렸습니다, 학생들이 산업 경험에 노출되는 기회를 증가시킵니다. 새로운 파트너십에는 Future Business Leaders of America, The Home Depot, HOSA-Future Health Professionals, SEMI Foundation이 포함됩니다. 이 프로그램은 또한 경력 평가, 고등교육 계획, 경력 코칭 및 STEM, 영화 및 창의적 경력의 전문가와의 참여에 대한 접근을 제공합니다.
La Connections Academy de Pearson a étendu son programme de carrière universitaire et précoce à plus de 20 écoles, couvrant désormais plus de la moitié des écoles soutenues aux États-Unis. Cette expansion offre à des dizaines de milliers d'élèves du collège et du lycée des opportunités d'obtenir des crédits universitaires et des certifications reconnues par l'industrie. L'approche à trois crédits du programme offre des crédits de lycée, des micro-certificats reconnus par l'industrie et une éligibilité pour des crédits universitaires vers des programmes de licence aux États-Unis.
L'initiative a démultiplié les partenariats professionnels, augmentant les possibilités d'expositions pour les élèves dans le secteur. Les nouveaux partenariats incluent Future Business Leaders of America, The Home Depot, HOSA-Future Health Professionals et la SEMI Foundation. Le programme offre également un accès à des évaluations de carrière, à la planification post-secondaire, au coaching de carrière et aux rencontres avec des professionnels dans les domaines STEM, du cinéma et des carrières créatives.
Die Connections Academy von Pearson hat ihr Programm für Hochschul- und Frühkarriere erweitert und umfasst nun über 20 Schulen, was mehr als die Hälfte der unterstützten Schulen in den USA abdeckt. Diese Erweiterung bietet Zehntausenden von Schülern der Mittel- und Oberschule die Möglichkeit, College-Credits und Branchenzertifikate zu erwerben. Der Drei-Credit-Ansatz des Programms bietet Highschool-Credits, branchenanerkannte Mikroqualifikationen und die Berechtigung für College-Credits in Richtung US-Bachelor-Studiengänge.
Die Initiative hat die Karrierepartnerschaften verdoppelt, wodurch die Schüler mehr Einblicke in Branchenerfahrungen erhalten. Zu den neuen Partnerschaften zählen die Future Business Leaders of America, The Home Depot, HOSA-Future Health Professionals und die SEMI Foundation. Das Programm bietet auch Zugang zu Berufsbewertungen, postsekundärer Planung, Karrierecoaching und Kontakt zu Fachleuten in den Bereichen STEM, Film und kreativen Berufen.
- Expansion of college and early career program to over 20 schools, covering more than half of Connections Academy-supported schools
- Tri-credit approach offering high school credit, industry-recognized micro-credentials, and college credit eligibility
- Doubling of career partnerships, increasing students' industry exposure
- New partnerships with professional organizations across various industries
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Pearson's expansion of its college and early career program to over half of Connections Academy schools is a strategic move in the evolving education landscape. This initiative addresses the growing demand for skill-based learning and early career exposure, potentially positioning Pearson as a leader in K-12 online education.
The program's tri-credit approach offers significant value to students, combining high school credit, industry micro-credentials and college credit eligibility. This comprehensive package could be a strong differentiator in the competitive online education market, potentially driving enrollment growth and revenue for Pearson's virtual schools division.
Partnerships with industry leaders like The Home Depot and professional organizations expand the program's reach and credibility. These collaborations could lead to increased brand value and open doors for future revenue streams through corporate training programs or expanded educational offerings.
The expansion of Pearson's early career program is a timely response to shifting student and employer priorities. By offering career exploration as early as middle school, Pearson is addressing a important need identified in their research, where
The program's multi-faceted approach, including career assessments, journaling and professional connections, provides a comprehensive career development experience. This holistic strategy could significantly enhance students' career readiness, potentially leading to better post-graduation outcomes and increased satisfaction among Connections Academy families.
The focus on STEM and creative careers aligns well with current job market trends, potentially giving students a competitive edge. However, it's important to ensure the program remains adaptable to rapidly changing industry needs and emerging career fields.
The online program doubles career partnerships, increasing students' exposure to industry experiences
Recognizing the demand for job-focused, skill-building and career exposure, Pearson understood the need to tailor opportunities to middle and high school students and launched the Connections Academy college and early career readiness offerings in 2023.
The program's tri-credit approach enables students to receive high school credit, industry-recognized micro-credentials, and eligibility for college credit toward
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In addition to micro-credentials, and high school and college credit, these type of student needs are met through the program providing access to career assessments and lessons, developing post-secondary plans, selecting specific careers, writing in career journals, watching career videos, connecting with career coaches and earning badges. Programming for the fall also includes engagement with professionals in science, technology, engineering, math, film and creative careers.
Students in more than half of Connections Academy schools now have access to college and early career programming, which will continue expanding to Connections Academy-supported schools in the coming years.
About Pearson
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. That's why our c. 18,000 Pearson employees are committed to creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are the world's lifelong learning company, serving customers in nearly 200 countries with digital content, assessments, qualifications, and data. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. Visit us at pearsonplc.com.
About Connections Academy
Connections Academy is a unique, tuition-free, online public school program for K-12 students. With 20+ years of expertise in online learning, we know how to create a high-quality educational experience that keeps students motivated and engaged in a safe, virtual learning environment. In addition to academics, teachers focus on building fundamental life skills, working closely with families to help students learn how they learn best. Here, students gain the skills and confidence they need to direct their own educational journey, learning to thrive in the real world by first learning how to be resourceful and resilient. Connections Academy-supported schools offer grades K through 12, though some public school programs do not offer all grades. Connections Academy is part of the global learning company Pearson. For more information, call 1-800-382-6010 or visit https://www.ConnectionsAcademy.com.
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