Making Good Things Happen
Pathways for Economic Mobility
Scale Strategic Solutions has been at the forefront of efforts to reengage “some-college, no-degree” learners and boost postsecondary completion so all learners can see economic progress. Scale applies proven methods for procedures and workflows for cross-institutional regional collaboration, internal data mining, and student re-engagement to increase credential attainment. We draw on more than a decade of experience, including technical assistance we provided for Ohio’s Credit When It’s Due and the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP)’s Degrees When Due initiative, implemented across nearly 200 institutions in 23 states. These evidence-based practices have produced meaningful gains in degree completion rates and economic mobility. Our team walks alongside state agencies and postsecondary education institutions with training, coaching, project management, and facilitation to customize implementation to your context.
As detailed in IHEP’s Lighting the Path report and reinforced by Scale’s own Promoting High-Value Education Beyond High School in Ohio landscape analysis, success in today’s education landscape requires agile, data-driven operations that connect students to credentials of value and in-demand careers. With a clear focus on success for all, workforce alignment, and long-term economic impact, Scale helps partners translate policy momentum into measurable results for students and institutions alike.
Why It Matters Now
- Federal and state policies, such as Workforce Pell, are increasing focus on workforce development.
- Higher education institutions are navigating federal and state mandates that are complicating how they serve and communicate opportunities to student populations who have faced the greatest challenges in persisting and completing credentials.
- Industry changes rapidly, and workers need to remain agile in applying and building their skills.
- Scale is positioned to help systems and institutions move from complexity to clear impact—validating credentials of value, updating data processes, supporting adult reengagement, and bridging policy and practice.
Your Path Forward with Scale
- Embed IHEP-aligned frameworks in institutional practice
- Implement adult-friendly policies recommended in Lighting the Path
- Establish program and credential review processes to take advantage of Workforce Pell policy
- Enhance program completion through credit for prior learning and earned industry credentials
- Bridge policy and performance, harnessing public policy and showing impact
Ready To Light the Path Forward?
Scale is actively supporting institutions and systems seeking to operationalize these outcome-driven strategies under the current landscape. Let’s connect—reach out to learn how we can help you accelerate completion and improve education outcomes in your community now.
