These websites provide access to the most recent VET information produced by government departments, national research organisations and national associations in the United States.

American Association for Adult and Continuing Education (AAACE)
The mission of AAACE is to provide leadership for the field of adult and continuing education by expanding opportunities for adult growth and development; unifying adult educators; fostering the development and dissemination of theory, research, information, and best practices; promoting identity and standards for the profession; and advocating relevant public policy and social change initiatives. The website provides links to the AAACE's two subscription journals (The Adult Education Quarterly and The Adult Learning Quarterly). Membership offers access to an online newsletter, fact sheets and discount to AAACE conferences.

Apprenticeship website - Employment and Training Administration - US Department of Labor
The Employment and Training Administration seeks to build up the labor market through the training of the workforce and the placement of workers in jobs through employment services. This website directs business, adults, youth, dislocated workers and workforce professionals to training and employment services. Employers will find information on several areas, including the setting up of an Apprenticeship Program; the benefits of doing so; and how to find applicants.

Association for Career and Technical Education Research (ACTER)
This professional association has been established for scholars and others with research interests in the relationship between education and work. It aims to encourage research and development activities pertaining to career and technical education; encourage the development of training programs designed to prepare individuals for the responsibilities in research in career and technical education; foster cooperative effort in research and development activities and facilitate the dissemination of research findings and the diffusion of knowledge. The website provides information about the association and how to become a member. Membership includes access to the Journal of Career and Technical Research (CTER) and a directory of Who's Who in Vocational Education Research.

Career and Technical Education Center - University of Hawaii
The Center provides administrative leadership, direction, and coordination for the total of career and technical education in the State and coordinates with other institutions or agencies engaged in workforce education and training. The website provides further information about the Centre, career pathways, special populations, resources, research and statistics, and publications.

Center on Education and Work (CEW)
Part of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, CEW seeks to enhance the quality of career-related learning for all individuals in schools, colleges, and the workplace. CEW undertakes research, development, and capacity-building technical assistance activities to strengthen the connections among educational institutions, workplaces, communities, and families. The website provides information about current projects, workshops and presentations, publications and resources.

National Research Center for Career and Technical Education
The National Centers are a consortium comprising of the University of Minnesota, the Ohio State University, the University of Illinois, Oregon State University and the Pennsylvania State University. The Consortium partners have made a commitment to provide innovate approaches to improving the practice of career and technical education at the local, state and national levels leading to improved student achievement. Their website provides information about the Consortium, electronic access to their suite of publications and links to their predecessor the NCRVE's publications, profiles of their projects/activities and some of the services on offer by the Centers.

US Department of Education - Office of Vocational and Adult Education (OVAE)
OVAE supports a wide range of programs and activities that help young people and adults obtain the knowledge and skills they need for successful careers and productive lives. The ED.gov website has information, research, and resources to help prepare young people and adults for postsecondary education, successful careers, and productive lives.