The Glossary of Terms page provides a list of terms and definitions used throughout the web portal which may be unfamiliar to portal visitors and dashboard users or that may otherwise require elaboration. While the Glossary of Terms page may touch on methodology to the extent necessary to adequately define a given term, any in-depth exploration of the methodology would be found on the Additional Information page.
Credential Attainment
Data analyzed in the CAAL-Skills Workforce Metrics Report show that the states workforce programs serve a diverse array of participants.
Employment Rate
A nationally or state recognized degree, certificate, or credential. Credentials include, but are not limited to, a high school diploma, GED, or other recognized equivalents, post-secondary degrees/certificates, recognized skill standards, licensure or industry-recognized certificates, and all state education agency recognized credentials..
Fiscal Year
The age group in which the participant falls at the date of program entry or the date of their first service or activity.
Industry of Employment
The age group in which the participant falls at the date of program entry or the date of their first service or activity.
Median Earnings
The age group in which the participant falls at the date of program entry or the date of their first service or activity.
Participant Characteristic
The age group in which the participant falls at the date of program entry or the date of their first service or activity.
Participant Region
The age group in which the participant falls at the date of program entry or the date of their first service or activity.
Participants Exited
The age group in which the participant falls at the date of program entry or the date of their first service or activity.
Provider Region
The age group in which the participant falls at the date of program entry or the date of their first service or activity.
Service Type
The age group in which the participant falls at the date of program entry or the date of their first service or activity.
Training Completion
The age group in which the participant falls at the date of program entry or the date of their first service or activity.
Workforce Program
The age group in which the participant falls at the date of program entry or the date of their first service or activity.