Linux Professional Institute (LPI)

How Colleges Can Turn Open Source into Career Outcomes: Webinar
2026-08-20 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
Thursday, August 20, 2026
1:00 – 2:00 PM ET (5:00 PM UTC) (Online)

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) invites provosts, deans, department chairs, workforce development leaders, and program coordinators to a focused executive briefing on integrating open source credentials into academic programs.
This 45-minute webinar addresses how colleges and universities can turn Linux and open source coursework into measurable career outcomes for students through vendor-neutral certification pathways.
Who Should Attend
Academic decision-makers at institutions teaching Linux or open source topics, including:

Provosts and deans
Department chairs and program coordinators
Workforce and continuing education leaders
Faculty development administrators

Why Open Source Credentials in School Matter
Employers continue to need Linux and open source capability across industries. Vendor-neutral validation helps institutions demonstrate student outcomes without locking programs into single-vendor technology stacks.
LPI provides learning materials, exams, scoring, and credentials that reduce internal friction for academic programs while giving students globally recognized certifications that enhance employability.
Webinar Agenda

Welcome and market context
Why Linux and open source matter to academic outcomes
What academic leaders need from a credentialing partner
Education model and credential pathways
How to start: pilot models, faculty enablement, student pathways
Q&A and next steps

The LPI Academic Partner Framework
LPI supports institutions through:

Vendor-neutral curriculum and learning materials
Flexible exam delivery and credential management
Faculty enablement resources
Integration with degree, certificate, workforce, and continuing education programs

Following the webinar, attendees are invited to schedule consultative sessions to evaluate how the LPI Academic Partner framework can integrate with their existing educational offerings.
Join us to explore how open source certification can strengthen your institution’s workforce development outcomes and student career pathways.
Register for the Webinar

LPI at ACTE CareerTech VISION 2026: Open Source Careers for CTE
2026-12-02 08:00 - 2026-12-05 17:00 | Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, United States
December 2-5, 2026
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) will participate in ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2026, the premier event for career and technical education (CTE) professionals and the centerpiece of ACTE’s centennial celebration marking 100 years of leadership, innovation, and impact in CTE.
CareerTech VISION convenes more than 6,000 secondary and postsecondary educators, business leaders, and industry experts from around the world. This four-day event represents the largest annual gathering in the CTE community, bringing together the decision-makers and educators who define curricula for career-related training programs across the United States.
LPI and Career Technical Education
Career and Technical Education programs prepare students for high-demand careers across industries increasingly dependent on technology infrastructure. Linux and open source skills represent essential foundations for technology career pathways, from IT administration and cybersecurity to cloud computing and DevOps.
LPI will showcase certification pathways, learning materials, and career opportunities in the open source industry. The event provides an opportunity to connect with CTE program leaders who are shaping workforce development curricula and preparing students for technology careers.
Vendor-Neutral Credentials for CTE Programs
LPI’s vendor-neutral approach aligns naturally with CTE program objectives. Institutions can integrate globally recognized Linux and open source certifications into career pathways without committing to single-vendor technology stacks. This flexibility allows programs to focus on foundational skills while giving students credentials valued across industries.
LPI provides learning materials, exam delivery, and credential management that integrate with existing CTE infrastructure, reducing implementation barriers for schools and colleges.
Honoring a Century of Career Education
CareerTech VISION 2026 honors ACTE’s legacy while engaging with leaders and experts shaping the future of education and workforce development. The centennial celebration recognizes CTE’s critical role in preparing students for meaningful careers and addressing workforce needs across sectors.
Visit the LPI booth to explore how Linux and open source certification can strengthen your CTE program’s technology career pathways and student outcomes.

Event website:

https://www.careertechvision.com/
