Florida law authorizes school districts and the Florida College System to offer similar types of workforce education programs. These programs include postsecondary career education programs that prepare individuals to work in specific jobs or occupations, and adult education programs that provide training to improve literacy, basic education, or English language skills.
Colleges achieved slightly better outcomes than school districts in postsecondary career education programs. College students were more likely to complete their programs, transition to full-time employment, and earn higher earnings after completing programs.
Performance was mixed for adult education programs. Although teenage students were more likely to stay in school or graduate after leaving school district adult education programs, adult students had similaremployment-related outcomes regardless of whether they attended adult education programs offered byschool districts or colleges.

Career Statewide Articulation Agreements
Report 23-10 November 2023
Florida College System Industry Certifications
Report 19-10 October 2019
School District Postsecondary Industry Certifications
Report 19-09 October 2019
Summary of OPPAGA Reports Examining Workforce Education Programs and Legislative Options
Report 11-07 February 2011

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