What is Work Based Learning?
The Cherokee County Work-Based Learning Program is an educational opportunity for juniors and seniors who have an identified career objective to obtain experience and skills in a workplace setting and begin working in their career pathway while still in high school. Students have the opportunity to connect what they learn in school with work-site application, enabling a smooth transition into the work force and/or education beyond high school.
Work Based Learning Benefits Students, Employers and the Community
How do students benefit?
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Ability to explore various career opportunities
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Connection between educational and work experiences
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Promotion of self-confidence at school and work
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Growth and development of their technical skills
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Development and exercise of beneficial behaviors and attitudes related to the job such as accountability, critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork.
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Earn high school credit while learning and exploring a new potential career.
How do employers benefit?
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Ability to provide students with a better understanding of a career field
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Opportunity to influence student training in order to meet ever changing industry requirements
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Work-based learning decreases the cost of training and recruitment, matching interested, invested young individuals and in a broad spectrum of industries.
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Expanded pool of qualified applicants
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Opportunity to collaborate and build a meaningful partnership with local school/system
How does the community benefit?
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Development of a skilled work force
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Enhanced youth employability
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Economic growth through an expanded skilled workforce and taxpayer base
