Professional Development
AIWP provides quality professional development to Iowa’s workforce professionals through an annual conference and monthly professional development webinars that offer the latest information on training and emerging workforce issues.
May 6+7, 2021
Now in its 20th year, the AIWP Annual Conference is the premier professional development conference for Iowa's workforce development professionals, Local Workforce Development Board members and CEOs, and program partners across the state.
Virtual Professional Development Series
As part of AIWP’s commitment to professional development, we are hosting a monthly Professional Development Webinar Series! Each month, we will feature an expert on a topic related to workforce development in Iowa. It is our hope that these professional development opportunities will continue to keep you and your staff engaged with best practices throughout the year.
Upcoming Webinars
Wednesday, April 13, 2021; 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST
Veteran Employment, Jathan Chicoine of Home Base Iowa
Join us for a conversation with Jathan Chicoine of Home Base Iowa! This discussion will cover topics relating to veteran employment and what role workforce development professionals can have in recruiting more veterans into the labor force.
Past Webinars
Wednesday, January 13th, 2021; 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Developments in Assistive Technology
Bob Hendrickson; Independent Living and Assistive Technology Specialist with Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Tuesday, December 15th, 2020; 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM
Engaging Youth Virtually: Cassie Gerst; Outreach Coordinator at Burlington Community School District
Presentation Slides
November 16, 2020
United Way of Central Iowa Panel
Serving Individuals Experiencing Homelessness