Work Based LearningCoordinator
Ms. Lynn Johnson
Work-Based Learning Options are included in each program of study. In addition to acquiring a broad base of academic education, all students should be prepared with the skills necessary to gain employment when they leave the educational system. Listed below are some of the options.
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Apprenticeships: A students works (paid) in his/her career area of interest for two to four years, typically beginning in the junior year of high school.
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Cooperative Education: A student works (paid) in a job which is related to an occupational area of study, usually for a time period of nine weeks to one year.
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Internships: A student works (paid or unpaid) in his/her career area of interest from one week to six months.
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Mentoring: A student receives career and education related information from an adult community volunteer or an individual at the work site.
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Service Learning: A student works (unpaid) for a community agency or project to complete specific goals and activities.
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Shadowing: A student observes a job by following an employee for a half or whole day.
Work-based Credit
This approved on-the-job training provides hands on learning in an area of student interest. The student is required to work 120 hours under the supervision of a mentor for one unit of credit. A contact is developed that outlines the expectations and responsibilities of all parties. The student must be in the 11th grade and at least 16 years of age. Students should apply to the Work Based Learning Coordinator for entry into the program.