Priority 2 · Develop programs
North Carolina
A documented CTE program, funding mechanism, or pathway supports targeted development; the current buyer and budget still need qualification.
Documented state signal
Dated outcome evidence reviewed
An established program, statute, pathway, or outcome signal supports research. It does not establish an open purchasing opportunity.
NCDPI reported 382,964 industry credentials earned in 2024–25. This is a count of credentials, not unique students, and demonstrates substantial program activity.
February 4, 2026; outcomes for 2024–25
Workforce needs → Pearson solutions
Essential digital skills and access · Machining and biomanufacturing preparation
State-specific evidence with direct product matches, limitations and proposed measures.
Open the workforce crosswalk →Policy implementation questions & Pearson product fit
Quality beyond credential volume
Amber · Needs assessment requiredThese are explicit needs to investigate, not confirmed deficits. State policy evidence and proposed product fit are shown separately.
- Career readiness gap to validate
- Which student groups or credentials show a documented access or progression gap?
- CTE delivery gap to validate
- Would additional preparation improve a measured problem rather than duplicate successful programs?
- Workforce alignment gap to validate
- Which credentials translate into employer-valued next steps?
Decision constraint: Credential volume alone does not establish a shortage, poor quality or a need for another product.
Potential Pearson matches
- Certiport Learning, practice tests & certifications
- Credly
College credit + career pathways
Career and College Promise
CCP provides transfer and career/technical pathways for eligible high-school students through community colleges.
Dual enrollment: evidence, gaps & resources →College & district relationships
From policy to participating institutions
1 curated partnership/program record in this state. Source dates and open questions travel with each example.
Explore college & district partnerships →Proposed commercial next step
Identify gaps in valued credentials and student progression within existing district CTE programs.
This action is an analytical recommendation, not a reported Pearson plan.