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If a student is interested in participating within the Work-Based Learning program, please see Ms. Barlow for an application and work-based learning packet. Applications and work-based learning paperwork must be completed prior by the last day of school for fall experiences. Applications and work-based learning paperwork must be completed prior to winter break for spring experiences.
What is Work-Based Learning?
The term, “work-based learning” means (for the purposes of Perkins V funding):
Sustained interactions with industry or community professionals in real workplace settings, to the extent practicable; OR
Simulated environments at an educational institution that foster in-depth, firsthand engagement with the tasks required in a given career field, that are aligned to curriculum and instruction.
After consultation with various stakeholder groups, such as business/industry partners, school administration, Workforce Development Council, etc., the overwhelming majority agreed that the state indicator should be work-based learning opportunities. Based on this feedback, the North Dakota Department of Career and Technical Education has determined the secondary program quality indicator will be the percentage of CTE concentrators graduated from high school having participated in work-based learning. This guidance has been developed to clarify the components of this secondary program quality indicator. It will provide definitions and examples of work-based learning experiences. An explanation of the use of Career Ready Practices is also included. Data will only be collected once throughout a student’s high school years.
The Mission:
The mission of our Work-Based Learning program is to provide students with practical experiences that prepare them for college, careers, and lifelong success. By participating in internships, job shadowing, apprenticeships, and career mentorships, students can apply what they’ve learned in the classroom to real-world situations, strengthening both their academic and professional development.
The Vision:
Our vision is to ensure that every student graduates with a strong foundation of skills, experience, and confidence to make informed decisions about their future. We strive to offer equitable access to career-connected learning for all students, in partnership with families, educators, and local employers who are invested in shaping the next generation of talent.
Benefits of Work-Based Learning:
Students participating in Work-Based Learning not only benefit from this experience such as building stronger community partnerships, improving student engagement, and having high success rates, but also benefits employers as they are able to shape the future of their business, allow for a fresh perspective, and are able to identify and train potential future employees early. Whether you are a student exploring your interests, a parent supporting your child’s future, a teacher guiding career readiness, or an employer mentoring future professionals — you play a critical role in the success of this program. Together, we can create learning experiences that inspire students and strengthen our community.
Goals of Work-Based Learning
Fill the demand for a trained workforce within the state of ND.
Provide early exposure to careers and prepare students to be successful in the workplace
Create a bridge between education and the labor market so students will be Choice Ready, and communities will flourish.
Engage students, develop a career mindset, and inspire the development of career goals.
North Dakota Work-based Learning will meet goals by –
Collaborating with industry professionals, community stakeholders, students, and educators to create quality work-experiences.
Emphasizing the connection between core education and the workplace.
Facilitating Career Exploration prior to work experience.
Teaching young people, the transferrable skills they need to be successful.
Preparing students for the work-based learning experiences and Preparing students to be an asset in the workplace.
Creating customized training plans for skill development and assessment.
Preparing employers to provide training for students as potential future employees.
Documenting work experience for academic credit.
Creating quality simulated work experiences, project-based learning experiences and other approved WBL activities.
Documenting the WBL Activity for credit.
Fostering a career mindset.
Making education relevant to careers.
Producing Choice Ready high school graduates.
Expand educational opportunities in all classes.
Qualifications
Must be a 12th grade student
Complete 1 credit in the CTE focus area for work-based learning business
Complete the RUReady assessments - Career Cluster & Interest Inventory
Maintain a minimum GPAof 2.5
Submit a resume & cover letter
Complete the Work-Based LEarning Application
Schedule/complete an interview with the work-based learning coordinator
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