Special Webinar

Special Webinar:

In collaboration with Language Testing International, FLANC is pleased to offer our FLANC members the following webinar as a FLANC membership benefit (no registration fee). The webinar is open for non-FLANC members for a nominal registration fee of $15. 

When: Monday May 19, 2025

Time:  5:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Where: Virtual

Topic: Leveraging Language as an Asset: Integrating Language Assessments for College and Career Readiness

Presenter: Michael Herrera, ED.D is a nationally recognized leader in Career and Technical Education (CTE) and workforce development.

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Leveraging Language as an Asset: Integrating Language Assessments for College and Career Readiness

There’s a growing focus on College and Career Readiness (CCR) and career-connected learning —but where do world language programs fit in? This session explores how educators can leverage language credentialing with industry recognized assessments to align language programs with CCR initiatives. We’ll examine how language proficiency credentials support college and workforce readiness, offering students a competitive edge. Attendees will gain insights into employer recognition of language skills, real-world applications, and strategies to advocate for language programs within CCR frameworks, ensuring their long-term value and sustainability. Additionally, we will explore how language credentialing can be integrated into Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. Recognizing language proficiency as a critical workforce skill, language credentialing empowers multilingual students with industry-recognized credentials that enhance employability and economic mobility. Participants will learn how this model bridges the gap between language skills and technical training, fostering inclusive career readiness for diverse student populations.

Michael Herrera, Ed.D. is a nationally recognized leader in Career and Technical Education (CTE) and workforce development. His innovative curriculum design and strategic community engagement have significantly advanced student employability outcomes and economic mobility. As the Executive Director of Upper Bucks County Technical School (PA), Dr. Herrera has driven substantial growth in student enrollment and industry partnerships, emphasizing the vital role of language proficiency and technical competency in workforce success.

Dr. Herrera is committed to advocating for policies that strengthen language education as a key component of career readiness and economic development. As a Vice President of Region 1 (Incoming) for the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) and an experienced national presenter, he collaborates with legislators and industry leaders to shape policies that connect education, business, and labor.

With over two decades of experience in public education, Dr. Herrera has authored numerous articles and participated in the national ACTE Fellowship program. He holds a doctorate from St. Elizabeth University and a master’s degree from Seton Hall University, both in educational leadership. He enjoys outdoor adventures with his family and dog in his spare time.