Work-Based Learning Initiative
Through leadership, innovation, and collaboration, 91重口 is creating clear pathways to improve the workforce and economy of our community. To support this goal, we have established a new Work-Based Learning Initiative鈥攁 collaboration with local business and industry to develop career and work experience opportunities, internships and mentoring programs, and community work and study placements directly related to a vocational field of training. This partnership benefits both employers and students, ensuring a talent pipeline of skilled workers from our college to the workplace and reinforcing and expanding students鈥� classroom learning.
Work-Based Learning Benefits to Employers
- Obtain an expanded pool of qualified applicants.
- Recruit and screen potential employees.
- Evaluate potential employees in work settings, prior to hiring.
- Develop a quick, reliable source of skilled labor.
- Improve the quality of life and work skills in the community.
- Reduce turnover of entry-level employees.
- Influence curriculum development to meet industry requirements.
Work-Based Learning Benefits to Students
- Earn income and gain work experience while attending college.
- Get access to good jobs.
- Develop contacts to broaden employment options.
- Build self-confidence and experience success at college and work.
- Gain individualized support for educational and professional needs and goals.
Industry Sectors Served By 91重口
Public Safety and Health Sciences:
Administration of Justice, Administrative Medical Assistant, Biomedical Sciences, and Fire Sciences/Paramedic/Emergency Medical Services
Business and Entrepreneurship:
Business/Marketing/Accounting, Early Childhood Development, Interior Design, and Viticulture and Enology
Advanced Manufacturing and Transportation:
Automotive Technologies, Engineering Technology, Welding and Fabrication, and Occupational Safety and Health
Information, Communication, and Technology:
Computer Sciences, Mass Communication, Theater Technician, and Visual Communications/Digital Media