The California Community Colleges Economic and Workforce Development program (EWD) develops training and curriculum in key industries like advanced manufacturing, health care, and green jobs to create employment opportunities. A survey found that employers face challenges with globalization, adapting education to emerging sectors, and preparing workers economically. During 2008-2009, EWD experienced a reduction in new job placements after years of growth due to business caution during the economic downturn. However, EWD continued providing upskilling and retraining to over 65,000 individuals through strategic partnerships and innovative initiatives, creating or retaining over 10,000 jobs while investing in California's long-term economic growth.

1. A Year in Review 2008/2009: Annual Report Highlights

3. EWD: Aligning Community College Programs with Emerging Sectors Advanced Manufacturing Advanced Transportation Technology & Energy Biotechnology Business & Entrepreneurship Environmental, Health, Safety & Homeland Security Health Care International Trade New Media & Entertainment Workplace Skills and Education

5. Hiring Trends California businesses are demonstrating significant caution in creating and filling new jobs . In 2008-2009, EWD experienced a reduction in the number of new job placements after a three-year rising trend. Number of Job Placements Program Year 2005 - 2009

6. Weathering the Storm The upskilling and retraining provided by EWD and the community colleges are critical to maintaining the competitiveness and employability of California’s workforce while we weather the economic storm.

10. Small Business and Entrepreneurship By conducting research and adapting education to meet the needs of employers who are struggling to compete in the new economy, EWD Technical Assistance through the Small Business Development Centers resulted in over $110 million in sales increases and funded loans for businesses.

12. EWD Fact #2 Last year the EWD program trained 65,105 people and provided 828,802 hours of training . People Being Trained for Jobs Program Year 2008 - 2009

14. EWD Fact #4 Most EWD grants extend community college resources and improve project outcomes by requiring matching funds -- resources contributed to EWD projects by partners. In 2008-2009, over $50.5 million was invested in EWD through matching funds. 2008-2009 Approved Expenditures

15. Three Reasons EWD is a Smart Investment

19. Funding California Community Colleges and the EWD programs is a smart investment for California’s economic growth – now and in the years to come.

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