Work-Based Learning (WBL) programs are an extension of academic and Career and Technology Education (CTE) coursework. WBL opportunities offer students the ability to earn high school credit. Internships and Cooperative Education (Co-op) courses are offered at all high schools in Lexington School District One.
A cooperative education (co-op) experience is designed for junior or senior students who have completed or are currently enrolled in the final level of a career and technology program. It is a structured training program requiring a Training Agreement. Students may earn 1-2 units of elective credit each semester they are eligible.
An internship is designed for senior students who wish to gain experience in an area of interest that relates to their career goals. It is a structured program requiring a Training Agreement. Seniors may earn 1 unit of elective credit each semester that they are eligible.
Read the Lexington County School District One Work-Based Learning Manual and complete a Work-Based Learning Application.
Be at least 16 years old (see WBL Manual for Exclusions)
Submit the application to the Career Specialist at your high school by the term due dates, which are listed in the Work-Based Learning Application
Agree to conform to the rules, regulations, and responsibilities outlined by the school, district, and business/organization
Provide own transportation and health and accident insurance coverage throughout the WBL experience to cover the student to and from the worksite
Ensure that the class(es) to be dropped from their schedule are not a graduation requirement
For more information about Work-Based Learning opportunities, requirements, and applications,