Career Pathways
Career pathways in adult education provide structured opportunities that connect education, training, and employment to help learners gain skills, credentials, and career advancement opportunities.
Career Navigator
PD Pathway
CN Expectations & Responsibilities
Career Navigator
A Career Navigator is a dedicated and knowledgeable professional who guides and supports adult learners in their journey to identify, pursue, and achieve their career goals. This role involves providing personalized guidance, resources, and assistance to help individuals make informed decisions about their education, training, and career pathways.​
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Career Navigators should:
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Be working within their organizations to create an overarching plan for transition to careers. This includes the transition to postsecondary education and/or training.
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Be working with the community, employers, and community resources.
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Be working with the local Workforce Investment Boards (WIB).
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Share information about employment, training, and other career-related opportunities
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Resources
MATHEMATICA
Career Navigators in AE
A brief highlighting the role of Career Navigators in adult education, including key responsibilities, competencies, and strategies to support learners’ education, career, and transition goals.
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