Integrated Education Training (IET)

Central Piedmont’s Integrated Education and Training (IET) programs are designed to help adult learners build academic skills and job skills at the same time. IET programs provide a faster, more supported path into high-demand careers, allowing you to strengthen your reading, writing, math, or English language skills while earning industry-recognized credentials.

What Is an IET Program?

Integrated Education and Training (IET) is a structured approach in which adult education and literacy instruction, workforce preparation, and hands-on workforce training are delivered concurrently and contextually. All three components work together to support your success in a specific occupation or career field.

Every IET program is built around a Single Set of Learning Objectives (SSLO). This means that the academic skills, workplace readiness skills, and technical training are intentionally aligned—so you experience the program as one cohesive learning pathway rather than separate classes.

Why Choose an IET?

IET programs are designed to:

  • accelerate your progress toward a career or further education
  • help you earn industry-recognized credentials while still enrolled in adult high school, high school equivalency, or ESL
  • strengthen academic and workplace readiness skills needed for employment
  • provide coordinated support from instructors, advisors, and workforce partners

Who Are IETs For?

IET pathways are designed for adult learners who want to:

  • improve academic or English language skills
  • train for a new career or advance in their current field
  • enter the workforce more quickly with recognized credentials
  • receive structured support while learning both technical and academic content

Whether you are an ESL student, completing your HSE or AHS diploma, or exploring a new career path, IET programs offer a clear, supported route into the workforce.

Learn more.

Eligibility

To participate in any IET programs, you must be enrolled in a College and Career Readiness (CCR) program at Central Piedmont, such as:

  • Adult High School
  • High School Equivalency (HSE)
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
  • Independence & Literacy Education for Adults with Disabilities (I-LEAD)

If you are not enrolled in one of these programs, please reach out to Admissions.

What Is the Difference Between IET and IELCE?

IET is a broad model available to both ESL and non-ESL students and focuses on integrated academic and workforce training.

IELCE is a federal program specifically for English language learners and must include a connected IET pathway along with English language and civics instruction. IELCE requires that English language instruction and civics education be delivered in combination with workforce training.

IET Courses

All IET pathways are only available during fall and spring semesters. Students must complete their pre-IET courses prior to acceptance into an IET cohort. Students must also interview with an advisor and program coordinator. Students will also be required to attend orientation.

Students may only enter into one IET pathway. ESL students will be placed in the IELCE IET pathways. (ABE) Adult High School, High School Equivalency and I-LEAD students will be placed in regular IET pathways.

Please note: Integrated Education Training Pathways are NOT associate's degrees. They are certification programs that can lead to industry recognized credentials and certifications. Additionally, you will complete coursework that can be applied to associate degrees or continuing education programs at Central Piedmont should you wish to pursue a degree in addition to the IET program. You will learn more about this in your pre-IET Transitions to College and Career Pathways course.

This program is fast paced. You will be: 
- taking college classes 
- learning a skilled trade 
- building job readiness skills 
- preparing for industry certification

To get started, complete the student interest form linked below.

Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration (HVAC) EPA 608 Certification Program

This program begins a path into the career field by getting students started in the first two classes for the Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology Certificate Specialization in Apartment/Rental Maintenance (C35100-C9) certification pathway. Students will earn the EPA 608 Certificate through this program.

Basic Auto Repair - NCSI & OBD II Certification

The Basic Auto Repair Program equips you with basic automotive skills to prepare for a career in the automotive field. The entry level auto repair and maintenance track will include the NCSI certification and OBD II Certification.

Fundamentals of Food - ServSafe® Manager

This program will prepare you to pass the ServSafe® Manager certification exam. You will learn about food safety and prepare for employment in the restaurant industry.

Program Interest Form

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Employers and Community Partners

IET programs are designed in collaboration with local employers to align with real workforce needs. We invite employers to:

  • partner on curriculum development or classroom presentations
  • offer work-based learning opportunities or internships
  • hire IET graduates who are equipped with both foundational and technical skills

For more information, email Tiffany Solod.

Supplemental Courses Through the IET and IELCE Program

Our program regularly offers some supplemental courses that we advise
students to take prior to an IET pathway. Please see our interest form to learn
more about the current classes we are offering or speak with one of our team
members to learn more.

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