About Us
APPEL Knowledge Services: Critical Knowledge and Learning for NASA’s Technical Workforce
APPEL Knowledge Services unites the award-winning curriculum and career development tools from the Office of the Chief Engineer’s Academy of Program/Project & Engineering Leadership (APPEL) with the critical knowledge sharing and knowledge management capabilities of the Chief Knowledge Officer (CKO) to create a comprehensive, knowledge-dedicated resource for NASA. Through robust course offerings, webinars, and workshops, APPEL provides critical learning for project managers, engineers, and practitioners across the agency. Interactive tools and hands-on development programs support career growth, while innovative knowledge-sharing initiatives ensure that NASA’s workforce can access and apply essential insights and lessons learned when they’re needed most.
Since NASA’s founding in 1958, a highly skilled technical workforce has been central to the agency’s ability to explore space, answer questions about our solar system, and push the envelope of aeronautics. Over the decades, internal research and external studies have consistently underscored the importance of capturing lessons learned and applying proven best practices to ensure mission success. Through a seamless integration of learning and development, knowledge management, and educational resources, APPEL Knowledge Services helps equip NASA’s technical workforce with the skills and wisdom required to drive mission success.
Our Mission
Deliver world-class learning and development opportunities, and identify, maintain, and advance critical knowledge that empowers NASA to attain successful outcomes across missions and projects.
Our Vision
Ensure NASA has the knowledge, expertise, and insight to achieve its mission.
Partner Organizations
APPEL Knowledge Services is committed to partnering with organizations across NASA to share expertise in training, knowledge management, career development, and event planning. Each year, these partnerships help NASA organizations host successful training events, reinforce effective knowledge management practices, and build the connections that help the agency advance space exploration. Below is a list of some of our key partners.
Office of the Chief Engineer (Parent Organization)
Chief Program Management Officer
NASA Engineering and Safety Center (NESC)
Office of the Chief Health and Medical Officer
