2026 ISBE Career Connections Conference

Artificial intelligence is rapidly automating the entry-level tasks that once served as the first rung of the career ladder, creating a unique challenge for today's Career and Technical Education students. This session examines the specific impacts of AI across different CTE clusters and explores how educators can shift their instructional focus toward the critical thinking, adaptability, and interpersonal skills that algorithms cannot replicate.

As the demand for AI skills surges across industries, are your students equipped to leverage artificial intelligence effectively and ethically? Are you prepared to incorporate and teach AI in your classes?  Certiport offers specialized courses designed to teach the foundational requirements of AI in the workplace, culminating in a certification that demonstrates real-world, job-ready expertise. All attendees will receive complimentary access to these courses, practice exams, and certification opportunities—empowering you to help your students stand out in today’s competitive market. Join our session to discover the details of this offer or visit the Certiport booth during the conference for additional information.