Gateway to the Future

Published in 1995, Gateway to the Future, the earliest known outline of comprehensive skill standards for entry-level technical workers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and clinical laboratory sectors. The document was produced by the Education Development Center through a broad collaboration between industry experts, educators, and government agencies to address the need for a highly skilled workforce. It introduces the concept of a "Learning Occupation," which promotes versatile training across a cluster of related roles rather than focusing on narrow, specific job titles. To ensure practical application, the standards utilize real-world scenarios and integrated assessments that measure a candidate's ability to solve problems and perform routine tasks. Ultimately, the project aims to create clear educational pathways and portable credentials that help students secure high-wage positions while meeting the evolving demands of the bioscience industry.

The document was obtained from: ERIC (The Institution of Education Sciences) - https://eric.ed.gov/?q=Worker&ff1=subEntry+Workers&pg=15&id=ED392931