Workplace Skills
Course Introduction
Core Standards of the Course
Strand 1
Students will know and demonstrate the process of getting and will prepare for employment.
Standard 1
Design a resume to be used in the Work-Based Learning placement.
Standard 2
Plan and write a letter of introduction.
Standard 3
Complete a job application.
Standard 4
Demonstrate job interview skills.
Strand 2
Students will identify and follow legal and safety guidelines pertaining to the workplace.
Standard 1
Examine and discuss labor laws applicable to Work-Based Learning.
Standard 2
Examine and discuss workers compensation as it applies to both paid and unpaid student interns.
Standard 3
Examine and discuss safety in the workplace.
Standard 4
Examine and discuss confidentiality in the workplace.
Strand 3
Students will identify and demonstrate professional character traits.
Standard 1
Examine and discuss professional ethical behavior.
Standard 2
Examine and discuss the role of attitude in the workplace.
Strand 4
Students will identify and demonstrate effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communications in the workplace.
Standard 1
Examine and discuss the appropriate use of technology in the workplace.
Standard 2
Appraise and discuss effective conflict resolution skills.
Standard 3
Identify and demonstrate effective teamwork skills.
Strand 5
Students will identify goals and skills learned by evaluating and analyzing the Work-Based Learning experience.
Standard 1
Generate and choose specific skills and tasks to guide the Work-Based Learning experience.
Standard 2
Assess and report on the Work-Based Learning experience.
Standard 3
Research and evaluate job in student career interest area.
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