California Economic & Workforce Development

California Economic & Workforce Development (EWD) invests in California's economic growth and global competitiveness through industry-specific education, training and services that contribute to a highly skilled and productive workforce. EWD is an integral part of the California Community Colleges, investing funding and resources in key industry sectors. EWD's industry-specific programs invest in the skills of California's workforce – now and in the future – through highly specialized industry training, technical consulting and business development. The end result is the ability for businesses to better understand the trends and labor market pertaining to their industry, and make informed decisions about how to grow and compete. EWD's industry-specific programs offer highly specialized industry training, technical consulting and a multitude of services that invest in the skills of California's workforce - now and in the future. The end result is the ability for businesses to better understand the trends and labor market pertaining to their industry and make informed decisions about how to grow and compete.