Cooperative Education Association

The Cooperative Education Association (CEA) is an organization that supports and promotes cooperative education programs, which integrate classroom learning with practical work experience. Through partnerships between educational institutions and employers, these programs help students gain real-world skills, industry contacts, and a clearer understanding of their career paths. CEA provides resources, advocacy, and professional development for educators and practitioners dedicated to enhancing work-integrated learning, ultimately preparing students more effectively for their future careers and benefiting employers with a skilled, workplace-ready talent pipeline.