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Research and Planning

Research and planning is at the very core of all activities within the Division of Workforce and Economic Development.  The Division engages in a continuous research, planning, development, and outcomes assessment cycle in its operations including: program and curriculum development; industry, sector-based initiatives; and adopting or developing best practices.  The Research and Development arm of the Division often conducts primary and secondary research to support planning and development activities. 

Below are links to research and planning documents of the Division of Workforce and Economic Development.

 
 
Green Workforce Development Research and Presentations - Numerous reports and presentations have been commissioned or prepared by the Division on the emerging green economy, green jobs, and green workforce development.  Click here to access the reports and presentations.

Sector-Based Initiative Research - Through REDI, the Division of Workforce and Economic Development engages in continuous program development  to ensure that education and training programs are available to address workforce shortages in highest demand industries in Los Angeles.  More specifically that programs are readily available to prepare individuals for successful employment in entry-level positions that lead to career opportunities; to provide training for incumbent workers to acquire new skills to advance, and to fulfill specific occupational shortages in industries critical to the economic vitality of Los Angeles.  Currently REDI is engaged in two industry sector development initiatives as follows:

       Utility/Energy Sector Report - July, 2008

       Hospitality Sector (Restaurant and Food Service) - Draft, March 2009

Workforce and Economic Division Planning Documents - The following are planning documents that guide the operations of the Division of Workforce and Economic Development:

       LATTC Comprehensive Workforce Development Strategy - a comprehensive
               environmental scan (economic and demographic) of Los Angeles Trade-Technical
               College's service area and Los Angeles and Orange counties.  For an executive
               summary of the report, click here.

       Workforce and Economic Development Division Organizational Chart (2009)

       Workforce and Economic Development Division Overview

       Workforce and Economic Development Division Criteria for Program Innovation

       Workforce and Economic Development Division Innovation Decision Matrix

       Workforce and Economic Development Division Program Review



Division of Workforce and Economic Development
@ Los Angeles Trade-Technical College


W 400 Washington Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90015
213.763.5534