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Work-Based Learning & Forms

Work-Based Learning

skills

 

Work-based learning can be integrated with identified core academic coursework, career and technical education curricula or electives to support strong secondary and postsecondary education opportunities that prepare students for mid- and high-level skilled careers in the 21st century. Work-based learning experiences provide immense value in helping students network with business/industry representatives.

(SC Department of Education, 2023).


USE YOUR KSA'S (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES) TO FULFILL YOUR PERSONAL AND  PROFESSIONAL GOALS

 Benefits of Work-Based Learning 

 Students

School

Business

Community

Provide realistic experience to career fields

Develop future workforce

Contribute to a more productive local economy 

Increase parental involvement

Learn employability skills

Become involved in the community

Benefit from having a trained workforce

Offer extended educational opportunities

Discover/explore potential employment opportunities

Reduce cost for training and recruitment

Make a successful transition from school to work

Expand the curriculum beyond the classroom

 


Types of Work-Based Learning Experiences

WBL - SFS
              
Job Shadowing

 

Service Learning
               
Internship

 

Career Mentoring
                  
School Based Enterprise
               
Apprenticeship

Internship and Apprenticeship meet the College Career Ready (CCR) indicator. 

For more work-based learning information: SC Department of Education Work-Based Learning.


Resources for Work-Based Learning

 


 

Work-Based Learning Forms