ACTE Postsecondary CTE Summit 2026

Artificial intelligence, automation, advanced manufacturing, and other emerging technologies are rapidly changing the future of work. Postsecondary Career and Technical Education must evolve to prepare learners for these new realities. As industries adopt innovative technologies and workforce expectations continue to shift, colleges are reimagining how they design programs, prepare faculty, and equip students with the technical and durable skills needed to succeed.
This panel will bring together leaders from postsecondary education and industry to examine how institutions are integrating emerging technologies into CTE programs while maintaining a strong focus on student success and workforce relevance. Panelists will share promising practices for redesigning curriculum, strengthening industry partnerships, investing in faculty professional development, and creating learning environments that reflect today's rapidly evolving workplaces.
The discussion will also address critical challenges, including faculty readiness, access to technology and equipment, funding constraints, ethical considerations surrounding artificial intelligence, and policies that can either accelerate or hinder innovation. Attendees will gain practical insights and actionable strategies for leveraging emerging technologies to strengthen postsecondary CTE programs, expand workforce opportunities, and prepare learners for the jobs of today and tomorrow.