Work-Based Learning @ CTC

The work-based learning program at CTC allows students to experience a hands-on career placement (within their CTC-aligned pathway) during the conventional school day. Students have opportunities for paid and unpaid employment, Youth Apprenticeships and internships within their career fields.

• Youth Apprenticeship: The MD Youth Apprenticeship program is ideally suited for 11th and 12th grade students who want to gain experience in the workplace with plans to continue in that industry after graduation. Employers are approved through the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. A listing of available apprenticeship positions and employers is included in the FCPS Apprenticeship web page. Interested students must apply using the student application, also on the FCPS web page or from their CTC Work-Based Learning Coordinator. Student applications are sent to the employer and employers select applicants to interview. If a student is hired, they are employed in paid part-time positions under the cooperative supervision of the employer/mentor and the Work-Based Learning Coordinator. Most students are scheduled for two ninety-minute periods of a school day. Apprentices are responsible for arranging their own transportation.

• Work Study: Students are employed in paid part-time positions under the cooperative supervision of the employer and Work-Based Learning Coordinator. Work locations are approved by the school to assure that the employment activities have educational significance, are related to the students career goals, and/or are a continuation of previous training. Places of business are required to cover workman's compensation and follow all labor laws. Most students are scheduled for work study for two ninety-minute periods of a school day. Work study students are responsible for arranging their own transportation.

• Internships: Students explore career opportunities that they may consider studying in a post-secondary setting. Students are placed for one or two semesters with adult mentors to explore the responsibilities, benefits, advantages, and disadvantages of a career choice. Each mentor is primarily responsible for the daily tasks and/or learning activities of the intern. CTC's Work-Based Learning Coordinator serves as a conduit between the school and internship site. An approved project is completed during the internship and requires the demonstration of both oral and written communication skills. Interns are responsible for arranging their own transportation.