EDUCATION & TRAINING
Mark Davis, an entrepreneur in the real estate business, got interested in green technology during the 2008 presidential run. After taking training and certification classes in solar power, Davis partnered with a Washington, D.C., nonprofit that prepares teens and young adults for work in the trades, such as carpentry and plumbing.
In today’s competitive job market, a new degree, certificate or specialized training can be the ticket to an encore career.
ENCORE FELLOWSHIPS
A bridge to a new stage of work, Encore Fellowships are paid, yearlong positions for people who want to shift from midlife careers to encore careers.
OTHER PATHWAYS
Colleges aren’t the only place to train for an encore career. Recognizing the value of encore talent, corporate, government and nonprofit programs are helping experienced workers prepare for encore careers. More >
MORE RESOURCES
- The American Association of Community Colleges’ Plus 50 Initiative
- The American Council on Education’s project, Reinvesting in the
Third Age: Older Adults and Higher Education - The Nonprofit Technology Network’s webinars for nonprofit
professionals
HEADLINES
HARVARD EQUIPS LEADERS FOR ENCORES
The Harvard University Advanced Leadership Initiative prepares experienced leaders to transition to community and public service in the next phase of their careers. More >
HOW CAN BOOMERS STRENGTHEN EDUCATION?
10/06/2010 - 11:27:05am
Two papers from Encore.org help experienced professionals understand how they can help deliver services to young people, including working with schools to strengthen instruction in math- and science-related fields.
- by: Terry Nagel | More >
JITTERS?
Returning to the classroom later in life can be daunting. These books can help.
The Adult Student’s Guide to Survival & Success
