California Adult Literacy Professional Development Project

From the ADVANCE IET initiative, this checklist is designed to support IET providers in developing a comprehensive, integrated syllabus that can serve as a roadmap for their IET students. 

Apply now for CALPRO's Fall 2025 Integrated Education and Training (IET) Implementation Clinic. IET Clinic is designed for program staff who seek more support in meeting the IET implementation challenges they face and are interested in learning from other IET practitioners. Clinic overview:Each participating agency team includes three members: an IET program administrator, an English as a Second Language (ESL) instructor, and a Career and Technical Education (CTE) instructor.The innovative format of this fully online clinic includes the following elements:Two day-long virtual training sessionsThree live, interactive webinars (75–90 minutes each), with topics tailored to the needs and interests of the participating teamsOngoing discussions in an online community of practice Team capstone projectCoaching (following completion of the clinic)Link to application and additional details:CALPRO Application: Online Integrated Education and Training (IET) Implementation Clinic, Fall 2025To apply, each member of the agency team must complete the application by September 26, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.  Notifications of acceptance will occur by October 3, 2025. [Please note that each member of your three-person agency team is required to submit an application.]Clinic topics:Topics will be tailored to the needs of the participating practitioners and identified through the application process. Sample topics includeStarting Strong: Developing the Team-Teaching PartnershipBuilding an Integrated SyllabusPromising Intake & Onboarding Strategies for IETand moreEligibility to apply:Membership and participation are free of charge and open to all California adult education funded programs. Preference will be given to IET program team staff working in an Integrated EL Civics IET program that is funded through Section 243 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Title II: Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (WIOA, Title II: AEFLA) grant. Not sure if you’re eligible? Let CALPRO help—email calpro@air.org or call 1-916-286-8803.Key dates:September 26, 2025 — Applications due; each member of your team must submit a separate application; access the application hereOctober 8, 2025, 1–2:15 p.m. — Webinar 1: Kickoff and orientation sessionOctober 24, 2025, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. — Virtual Session 1November 12, 2025, 1–2:30 p.m. — Webinar 2December 3, 2025, 1–2:15 p.m. — Webinar 3January 16, 2026, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. — Virtual Session 2Contact information:Contact CALPRO at calpro@air.org or (916) 286-8803.

Hosted by Sweetwater UHSD Adult EducationThis tailored three-hour in-person CoP is designed for faculty at Sweetwater UHSD Adult Education. Using scaffolding, differentiation, and explicit strategy instruction, this interactive workshop empowers CTE instructors to support English Language Learners in their class. The session will showcase effective instructional practices that leverage learners' strengths and support strategy development in contextualized learning. Registration Information:This tailored regional CoP is designed for the Sweetwater Adult School teachers.There is no registration fee to participate; CALPRO professional development opportunities are available to all California Adult Education Program (CAEP) agencies and employees. 

Apply now for CALPRO's Spring 2026 Integrated Education and Training (IET) Implementation Clinic. IET Clinic is designed for program staff who seek more support in meeting the IET implementation challenges they face and are interested in learning from other IET practitioners. Clinic overview:Each participating agency team includes three members: an IET program administrator, an English as a Second Language (ESL) instructor, and a Career and Technical Education (CTE) instructor.The innovative format of this fully online clinic includes the following elements:Two day-long virtual training sessionsThree live, interactive webinars (75–90 minutes each), with topics tailored to the needs and interests of the participating teamsOngoing discussions in an online community of practice Team capstone projectCoaching (following completion of the clinic)Link to application and additional details:CALPRO Application: Online Integrated Education and Training (IET) Implementation Clinic, Spring 2026To apply, each member of the agency team must complete the application by February 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.  Notifications of acceptance will occur by February 13, 2026. [Please note that each member of your three-person agency team is required to submit an application.]Clinic topics:Topics will be tailored to the needs of the participating practitioners and identified through the application process. Sample topics includeStarting Strong: Developing the Team-Teaching PartnershipBuilding an Integrated SyllabusPromising Intake & Onboarding Strategies for IETand moreEligibility to apply:Membership and participation are free of charge and open to all California adult education funded programs. Preference will be given to IET program team staff working in an Integrated EL Civics IET program that is funded through Section 243 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Title II: Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (WIOA, Title II: AEFLA) grant. Not sure if you’re eligible? Let CALPRO help—email calpro@air.org or call 1-916-286-8803.Key dates:February 6, 2026 — Applications due; each member of your team must submit a separate application; access the application hereFebruary 25, 2026, 1–2:15 p.m. — Webinar 1: Kickoff and orientation sessionMarch 20, 2026, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. — Virtual Session 1April 16, 2026, 1–2:30 p.m. — Webinar 2April 29, 2026, 1–2:15 p.m. — Webinar 3June 5, 2026, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. — Virtual Session 2Contact information:Contact CALPRO at calpro@air.org or (916) 286-8803.

The “IET At‑a‑Glance Guide” provides a clear, streamlined overview of how agencies should classify and document Workforce Preparation and Workforce Training within Integrated Education and Training (IET) programs. It outlines which courses qualify as workforce preparation (e.g., digital literacy, vocational ESL, financial literacy, and career readiness skills) and distinguishes these from workforce training options, including CTE pathway courses and industry‑recognized credential programs. This guide serves as a quick reference to help programs correctly categorize offerings and ensure alignment with state guidance for IET implementation.

This workroom supports the professional development of adult education instructors who teach classes of English language learners of varying proficiency levels.

Workshop Description :How can you prepare your learners to succeed in the workforce? Find out what employers say are essential skills for today's workforce. This session shows you how to connect transferable skills in the classroom to the workplace.This is the first of two sessions; each session is broken into two parts (4 webinars total). Part 2 of Session I will take place on May 16, 2024, from 4:00-5:30pm. Session II is geared toward implementing integrated and contextualized instruction for specific content areas.Please note: Registering for Part 1 of either session automatically registers you for Part 2 of that session.Goals :The goal is to provide background on skills transferable from the classroom to the workplace and to teach students how to articulate those skills. Session I emphasizes the need to directly teach transferable skills and the connection between using these skills in the classroom and in the workplace. With an overview and comparison of four frameworks, Session I provides participants an opportunity to reflect on the practice and importance of teaching transferable skills in the classroom.Registration Information :CALPRO professional development opportunities are available to all California Adult Education Program (CAEP) agencies, employees, and consortia members.Contact Information :Please contact CALPRO at calpro@air.org or call 916-286-8803 for more information.