FAQs

Work-Based Learning FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Work-Based Learning?

Work-Based Learning (WBL) is an opportunity for you to link your class work and career interests with a paid job or unpaid internship. You leave school during your assigned WBL block/s and receive class credit for your job/Internship and WBL assignments. Work-Based Learning is available for morning or afternoon blocks.

2. What are some of the benefits of Work-Based Learning?

•  Learn more about your career choices

• Get paid or unpaid work experience

• Individual Career Plan for college and work after high school

• Improve job skills

• Network, earn good job recommendations, and build resume

3. What are the requirements for Work-Based Learning?

•  On-track for graduation

•  Provide your own transportation to work

•  Have good attendance and behavior

•  Submit a completed WBL application

4. Do I have to attend CEC for Work-Based Learning?

You do not have to attend CEC. Work-Based Learning serves all schools.

5. Will Work-Based Learning provide a job for me?

WBL directors are not employers, and they do not guarantee you a job. WBL directors may provide job leads, job search advice, or job shadow opportunities. You may be given the chance to interview for a job, but the employer makes the hiring decisions. You may be able to use your current job for WBL.

6. Is a paid job a requirement for Work-Based Learning?

WBL internships (jobs) may be paid or unpaid.

7. What happens after I submit my application?

Qualified applicants will be contacted and interviewed by a Work-Based Learning director. During registration students need to remember to list WBL as an elective on your registration form. If you want to take WBL for more than one block, you will have to put WBL on your registration form for the number of blocks you wish to take WBL.

8. Can I earn some of my Work – Based Learning credit in the summer?

Yes. Depending on your job and career area, class credit for summer internships may be an option.