Career Prep I

793714  Career Preparation Internship/Employment I

Prerequisite: Junior or Senior classification with a current job or job pending 

Requirements: Students must attend the period on the scheduled day for the length of the period, and must have a job within the first 6 weeks of school

Credits: 3

This program provides opportunities for students to participate in a learning experience that combines classroom instruction with paid business and industry employment experiences and supports strong partnerships among school, business, and community stakeholders. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a fast-changing workplace. This instructional arrangement should be an advanced component of a student’s individual program of study. Students are taught employability skills, which include job-specific skills applicable to their training station, job interview techniques, communication skills, financial and budget activities, human relations, and portfolio development. Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success.