A Program of Restore Education · Statewide Texas
Stronger pathways.
Stronger workforce.
The Career Pathways Professional Development Center delivers evidence-based training, hosts regional convenings, focus group and advisory forums, and drives employer engagement to advance career pathways and workforce system integration across Texas.
What We Do
Six initiatives. One coordinated strategy.
From an immersive, team-based cohort to targeted regional convenings to a statewide symposium advancing career pathways, CPPDC scales impact across Texas.
Workforce Integration Academy
Intensive multi-month, hybrid cohort guiding 10 AEL provider teams to strengthen partnerships and develop impact plans. Next cohort: 2027.
Learn moreCareer Pathways Symposium
A two-day statewide conference. 200+ AEL providers, employers, and stakeholders. Next Symposium: 2027.
Learn moreRegional Trainings
Three one-day Integrated Education and Training events for 75 providers, regionally responsive.
Learn moreWebinar Series
Virtual sessions engaging cross-sector coordination, communication, and collaboration through learner-, program-, and partner-centered strategies.
Learn moreEmployer Engagement Hub
Multi-sector advisory group meeting monthly, aligning training with industry needs and strengthening employer engagement.
Learn moreProfessional Development
Three tiers of professional development and technical assistance for AEL providers across 28 workforce areas.
Learn moreWho We Serve
Seven stakeholders. One workforce system.
CPPDC convenes the partners who move career pathways forward — from the classroom to the boardroom to the hiring line.
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AEL Providers
State workforce system core programs delivering adult education and literacy.
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Workforce Boards
Local workforce development boards aligning regional talent strategy.
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Business & Industry
Employers building talent pipelines and shaping training to workforce needs.
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Advocacy & Support
Advocacy organizations championing equitable access to career pathways.
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Organized Labor
Labor partners and apprenticeship sponsors connecting training to jobs.
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Postsecondary Education
Colleges and universities collaborating on dual enrollment career pathways and stackable credentials.
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Agency Partners
Public agencies coordinating wraparound services and policy alignment.
All seven, working together.
Upcoming Events
What’s next on the calendar.
Webinars, regional trainings, and the statewide Symposium — register and add to your calendar below.
Career Pathways Symposium 2026
The statewide gathering for AEL providers, workforce boards, employers, and agency partners. Keynotes, breakout tracks, and a full employer engagement day. Hosted at The Embassy Suites by Hilton San Antonio Landmark, 5615 Landmark Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78249.
RSVPDFW Regional Training
Day-long integrated education and training session for North Texas AEL providers and workforce partners.
RegisterHouston Summit Focus Group
Virtual prep session for the Greater Houston Career Pathways Summit. Cross-sector input shapes the day-of agenda.
RegisterGreater Houston Career Pathways Summit
Gulf Coast convening for AEL providers and their partners, workforce boards, and Houston-area employers focused on stackable credentials. Include: higher education, nonprofit organizations, government agencies. 3000 Aldine Mail Route Rd, Houston, TX 77039.
RegisterEmployer Connect Hub
Monthly cross-sector session helping inform alignment of career pathways with industry needs.
RegisterRio Grande Valley Summit
Rio Grande Valley convening for AEL providers, workforce boards, higher education, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and Brownsville/McAllen-area employers focused on stackable credentials.
RegisterReady to strengthen Texas’ career pathways?
Attend the Symposium, engage in an upcoming Regional Summit, or join the Employer Connect Hub Advisory.