Work-based learning offers students opportunities for instruction through academic learning, occupational skills, career exploration, and field studies. Students are able to connect the content learned in the classroom setting with work-site applications for a smooth transition into the working world or education beyond high school.

Benefits for Students:
- Motivates by showing relevancy of school and work
- Provides exposure and realistic experience to possible career fields
- Develops work skills: responsibility, positive attitudes, team work, problem-solving, etc.
- Allows opportunity for future employment

Additional Benefits:
- Increases enrollment in career and technical education courses
- Integrates content with real-life and work experiences
- Improves attendance and reduces drop-out rates
- Develops partnerships with businesses and organizations in the community

Work-Based Learning Experiences Offered in Richland One:

Job Shadowing Enterprise
Apprenticeships
Structured Field Trips
School-Based
Career Mentoring
Service Learning
Internships
Cooperative Learning

SC Department of Education: Work-Based Learning

If you have questions regarding work-based learning, please contact Dr. Charnice Starks-Ray at charnice.starks-ray@richlandone.org or (803) 735-3349.