Workbased Education

Mission

One of the many goals of education is to prepare students to successfully enter the workforce. A strong academic and Career and Technical foundation and preparation for career opportunities are important educational components for Wisconsin students. Students can benefit from participation in educational programs which provide a work-based experience and a more deliberate selection of course work based on potential career interests.

Students seek a clear connection between their future career(s) and their class work. The opportunity to explore and experience a world of work is beneficial to career decision-making. Interning at a workplace provides a firsthand look at what skills are needed, how knowledge learned in school is put into action in the workplace, and informs the student about career choice. Work-based learning is the key to a successful 21st century.

• Youth Apprenticeship
• Youth Rules
• Job Shadowing
• Mentoring Youth for Success
• Student Workers
• Workbased Learning Brochure [.pdf, 128K, 2pgs] 11 x 17 paper
• Workbased Learning Guide [.pdf, 347K, 56pgs]
• Nationally Recognized Industry-Based Skill Standards [.pdf, 1,354K, 27pgs]

Skills Certificate Programs (Assistant Child Care Teacher Program, Cooperative Education Skills Standards Program, Employability Skills Standards Program, Youth Leadership Program)

Family and Community Services Curriculum
Family and Community Services Portfolio

For questions about this information, contact Ann M. Westrich (608) 267-3161

Last updated on 2/26/2008 1:55:26 PM