Work-Based Learning Pre-Apprenticeship Experience

PA Distance Work-Based Learning Pre-Apprenticeship Experience

Description

The Pennsylvania Distance Learning Charter School Work-Based Learning Pre-Apprenticeship Experience allows students to earn credits towards graduation while successfully gaining experience in the workforce to further assist them in preparing for future education and training programs within their selected career pathway. 

Act 158 Connection

• Aligned to Transition Plan in the IEP

• Students can earn up to 1.0 credits elective credits

  • 0.5 for completing the College and Career Readiness Course

  • 0.5 for the Experience

Student Eligibility Criteria

• 11th-12th Grade Student with a 2.0 GPA or Higher

• Has an employer or volunteer willing to sponsor their experience

• Has reliable transportation to and from the workplace throughout their experience

• Completes and signs a student and parent/guardian contract

• Completes the College and Career Readiness Course Prior to the Experience

Student and Parent/Guardian Experience Requirements

• Receive a C or above in the College and Career Readiness Course (must compete prior to the experience) or other designated course.

• Consistently attend Live Learning Classes throughout the experience

• Maintain academic integrity 

• Works a minimum of 90 hours during WBLE (done in one semester) 

• Maintain acceptable work performance throughout experience

• Report issues or termination of employment or volunteering to your case manager

• Complete all paperwork and assignments tied to the experience through the Vector Pathways Program; including but not limited to the following: 

  • Student and Parent/Guardian Contract

  • Weekly Work Hours Log

  • Student Employability Self-Evaluation 

Employer/Volunteer Requirements

• Company/Organization Contract Form

• Company/Organization Contact and Clearance/Disclosure Form

• Verify Student Hours worked (Weekly)

• Employability Evaluation (Completed on behalf of the student)

• Report any issues to the students' case manager (late arrival, termination, etc.)