Blog Post

Colorado educators are attending regional trainings from October 2025 to February 2026 to implement the “big 3” initiatives—work-based learning, college credit, and industry-recognized certifications—aimed at ensuring all high school graduates have postsecondary readiness opportunities by 2029, in alignment with new state policies and SB25-315 reforms.

CWDC contributed leadership, collaboration, and workforce innovation to EDCC’s Drive | Lead | Succeed Conference, highlighting statewide efforts to align Colorado’s workforce system with evolving employer and community needs.

We are pleased to announce that the 2025 Talent Pipeline Report will be published on Dec. 16, 2025. This annual report dives into Colorado’s demand for and supply of talent in Colorado, offering insights for workforce and economic development, education and training, business, and program and policy developers.

The CWDC and OEDIT are excited to announce the official transition from convening to action with the launch of seven Regional Action Committees (RACs). Led by Local Workforce Development Boards, these RACs are composed of dedicated leaders from business, education, economic development, and workforce sectors. Each committee is committed to a collaborative approach, driving the implementation of the Tactical Workforce Plans to address the critical needs of their region.

October marks Manufacturing Month, a time to celebrate the industry’s vital role in Colorado’s economy and the collaborative efforts shaping its current and future workforce. Manufacturing leaders voiced clearly throughout 2025 Opportunity Now Regional Talent Summits a desire to attract a younger, tech-savvy generation, and upskill the current workforce to modernize products. During CWDC’s Manufacturing Community of Practice held in October, Sector Partnerships uplifted four ways on how they are doing just that.

Supporting efforts to enhance transparency, the Colorado Workforce Development Council (CWDC) is sharing a data analysis of Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL) programs' wage outcomes. The ETPL is a federally required list that details which programs receive public Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding.

Becca found a new purpose after an unexpected layoff led her to the stimulus-funded Career Coaching Collaborative. Starting as a client, she quickly became a virtual career coach, using her personal experience to guide others facing similar challenges. Now, she emphasizes empathy and active listening, helping Coloradans navigate career transitions.

Colorado's economy is constantly shifting, driven by new technologies and global changes. To keep our state competitive and ensure every Coloradan has a path to a fulfilling career, the Colorado Workforce Development Council is excited to unveil our new Quality Career Pathways Framework. Explore our strategic blueprint designed to connect education, training, and employment systems to create clear, high-quality, and easily accessible paths for all learners and earners.