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Applications open now
2026–27 Cohort
Lead the futureof workforce education.
The Workforce Deans Academy is a cohort-based leadership program for aspiring and newer workforce leaders across Washington's community and technical colleges — building the practical skills, statewide network, and equity-minded leadership needed to advance student outcomes.
Key dates
Applications due
September 21, 2026
Virtual kickoff
October 22, 2026
First in-person session
November 5–6, 2026 · Green River College
Dates for the additional virtual sessions and the spring in-person session will be announced by the start of the Academy.
What's included
- Facilitated virtual and in-person learning with experienced workforce leaders
- Ongoing peer connection and a statewide cohort network, with new mentoring opportunities in development this year
- Academy materials, lodging for overnight sessions, breakfast and lunch
$2,500 participant fee, plus travel and release time, are the sponsoring college's responsibility.
To apply
- Currently employed at a Washington community or technical college, in a role supporting or transitioning toward workforce or professional/technical education
- Completed WDA application and current CV or resume
- Supervisor recommendation form — submitted by your supervisor
Your application is not complete until your supervisor submits the recommendation form.
Applications accepted now · Apply by September 21, 2026
Apply herehttps://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2627WDA
Supervisor recommendation form: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2627WDARec
Questions: Jamie Wells · Education Center of Excellence, Green River College
jrwells@greenriver.edu · (253) 333-4963
workforcedeansacademy.org