The Career Technology Education Council (CTEC) Annual Conference

The World of Welding and Materials Joining: an invitation to explore a broad, hands‑on field that sits at the heart of modern industry. The CWB Foundation is dedicated to helping learners and teachers discover routes, understand the variety of roles available, and gain the practical experience needed to succeed. One of the Foundation’s standout initiatives is the Welding Simulator Lending Program. This program was created to bring realistic, interactive virtual welding into classrooms and training facilities that may not yet have access to full welding shops. By borrowing a simulator, instructors can introduce students to welding fundamentals in a safe, cost‑effective environment. The Foundation also helps bridge the gap to the workforce by sharing career pathway information, guidance about apprenticeships and certification, and opportunities to connect with local employers and trade network. Try virtual welding!

Every worker has occupational health and safety rights and responsibilities. Many teachers experience harassment and violence at work. Many of your students have after-school jobs or will soon enter the workforce. This session will cover essential workplace health and safety information to help you protect yourselves as educators and provide support to your students so that they are prepared to enter the workforce. We will cover worker and employer rights and responsibilities, identifying workplace hazards, psychosocial hazards, violence and harassment prevention, and ergonomics.  Discover a range of resources available to support workers, young workers, parents, and employers, including training materials, educational printouts and where to find the legislation to ensure compliance with legislative standards to enhance workplace safety.