At the core of every program is a partnership focused on expanding access, scaling impact and meeting real workforce needs.
Across Oregon State University, PACE collaborates with colleges and external partners to deliver high-quality programs to learners in all 50 states, supporting workforce growth and lifelong learning.
The following case studies highlight just a few examples of that broader impact.
What began as a specialized turfgrass program grew into a global training resource for industry professionals.
This case study shows how Oregon State University partnered with PACE to expand the program’s reach, develop specialized courses and connect turf and landscape professionals with flexible, science-based training.
What started as a single course grew into a statewide literacy credential.
This case study shows how a strategic partnership between OSU’s College of Education and PACE turned faculty innovation into a scalable program that expands educator impact and strengthens early literacy instruction.
What began as a training program to support frontline health workers grew into a statewide workforce initiative.
This case study shows how Oregon State University’s Community Health Worker Training Program partnered with PACE to expand access, train hundreds of CHWs, and strengthen community health systems across Oregon and beyond.

