Site-Based Work Experience: CCRD
College/Career Research & Development

This course helps students plan and set academic and career related goals and plan what their  next step is after high school. Students will assess their interests and abilities, explore the world of  work and identify career pathways that match. Students develop self-awareness, career  awareness, financial literacy, communication and indispensable work-related knowledge and skill  sets. Job seeking skills and workplace readiness skills are developed and practiced. A variety of  career and interest assessments, as well as portfolio development, demonstrating workplace and  academic readiness, prepare students for college and careers. 

Taken concurrently with Site-Based Work Experience, students will apply knowledge learned in  CCRD to the practical experience of their site-based learning placement. This course teaches  how to effectively manage career and educational choices through incorporating  employment, education and training goals. It builds financial literacy skills and integrates the  Maryland’s Skills for Success competencies. Students complete a career portfolio that  demonstrates proficiencies in workplace readiness, personal financial management, and  personal growth and development, and employment experiences. 

Students participate in a site-based experience in conjunction with the career seminar class.  Students work directly with industry professionals in a career of interest, while refining career  goals and postsecondary plans. The SBWE teacher completes on-site work evaluations and  assists students with work related issues. Student work sites must be approved and supervised  by the teacher. To earn credit for a double period, students are required to have a minimum  of 135 hours of work experience per semester.