Key points of the convening:
- Discover what we do and don’t know about Tennessee’s nondegree options and their connection to economic opportunity for the state as a whole and for individuals.
- Identify next steps for policymakers, educators, and business leaders to support students in their pursuit of nondegree credentials throughout Tennessee — including a better understanding of the range of nondegree credential options and how to prioritize those with the most impact.
- A discussion of ways to clearly communicate the value of nondegree credentials to our state and to our students, employees, and employers.