Published November 11, 2025 | Version v1
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The Value of Embedding Industry Certifications in Your College Program: The Electric Vehicle Case Study

Creators

  • 1. National Electric Vehicle Consortium, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce Florida, 34981
  • 2. CREATE Energy Center, Madison Area Technical College, Madison, Wisconsin, 53704
  • 3. School of Economics, Wilkes Honors College at Florida Atlantic University, Jupiter, FL, 33458
  • 4. School of Business, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, 32611
  • 5. Clemson University, Clemson, SC, 29634

Description

The rapid growth of the electric vehicle (EV) industry demands a skilled workforce equipped with relevant certifications. This study, conducted by three National Science Foundation (NSF) Advanced Technological Education (ATE) centers, the Center for Renewable Energy Advanced Technical Education (CREATE), Clemson University, and the National Electric Vehicle Consortium (NEVC), explores the alignment between industry certification offerings in community college EV programs and the actual needs of the EV industry. The research aims to understand whether these programs integrate certifications that meet current industry standards or if third-party, paid organizations, or legacy agencies disproportionately influence the certification landscape.

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Funding

U.S. National Science Foundation
National Electric Vehicle Consortium (NEVC) 2202050