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Wisconsin Work-Based Learning

Wisconsin Work-Based Learning. Programs, YA, Child Labor And Best Practices. Presented by: Sara Baird and Robin Kroyer-Kubicek. Wisconsin Work-Based Learning. Overview What is Work-Based Learning (WBL)? Why is it important? WBL Options & Implementation Youth Apprenticeship

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Wisconsin Work-Based Learning

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  1. Wisconsin Work-Based Learning Programs, YA, Child Labor And Best Practices Presented by: Sara Baird and Robin Kroyer-Kubicek

  2. Wisconsin Work-Based Learning Overview • What is Work-Based Learning (WBL)? • Why is it important? • WBL Options & Implementation • Youth Apprenticeship • Child Labor Laws

  3. Wisconsin Work-Based Learning Overview • What is Work-Based Learning (WBL)? • Planned educational experiences • Why is it important? • Improving the quality of skills youth have upon entering the workforce • Ensure that students are College & Career Ready

  4. Wisconsin Work-Based Learning Career Development Programs of Study www.WICareerPathways.org

  5. Wisconsin Work-Based Learning • State-Level • State credential earned • Industry-endorsed competencies • Local-Level • Local credential earned • Compliments local programs

  6. WBL Definitions/Options WBL Options & Definitions • Volunteer/Service Learning • Job Shadowing • Student “work-like” activities • Intern/Trainee • Work-Based Learning • Co-op, Skills Co-op, YA • School-Based • Entrepreneurship • SAEs

  7. State Certificate Completion Skills Standards Co-Op Certificates issued from 1999-2012

  8. Local WBL Implementation • Supervised Agriculture Experiences (SAEs) • School-Based Enterprises (SBEs) • Local Co-op • Collaboration and Partnerships

  9. Employment Experiences for SWD

  10. What is YA again? • One type of WBL • Integrated Classroom & Worksite Training • ALL in-school Juniors & Seniors eligible • State grant funds to consortiums with matching funds • 1 or 2 year programs; 450 hrs/year • 40 Career Options • State Certificate

  11. Employer Driven! • Employer Mentors train, support, and guide students to learn the employability, safety, and technical skills listed on the Skills Standards Checklist • YA Coordinators recruit & link students & businesses together; train mentors; and coordinate classroom & worksite activities and documentation

  12. YA Updates • All programs revised using Career Pathways model • Skills updated with current National & Industry skill standards • Skills reviewed by Employers! • Employability, Safety & Security skills standardized across YA programs • Standard curriculum structure

  13. Those Pesky Child Labor Laws Child Labor Law Guidance DRAFT Child Labor Law Guide Sections • Introduction • Definitions • Work Permits • Liability & Insurance • Hours & Wages • Employment & Equipment Restrictions

  14. HS Class vs. Employment HS Class vs. Employment School CTE classes vs. employment • Child labor laws only regulate employment, NOT classroom instruction • School has burden to provide safety instruction • Use common sense- RISK ASSESSMENT

  15. Work Permits Work Permits • Work permits are required for all teen workers AND student learners • NOT required for minors working under a Youth Apprenticeship agreement (however, a permit is still a good idea- especially if doing extra work not associated with the YA program)

  16. Student Learner Student Learner • Must be attending an accredited school (DPI) • Employed on a part-time basis to obtain school credit and employment training • Must have a written school-work training agreement between student, employer and school Must be PAID at least Minimum Wage!

  17. Hazardous Restrictions NEWChild Labor Law Guide • Agriculture • Construction • Manufacturing • Driving Child Labor Law INFO

  18. Note About Liability & Insurance • Student Learner vs. After School Job • Product, Personal, Worker’s Compensation • Call other WBL Employers! Don’t Know Unless the Employer Asks!

  19. Just a FEW Best Practices • Brillion & Ariens • LTC, Plymouth, Sargento & Johnsonville • WCTC, YA, DWD-WOW • Milwaukee Talent Dividend, MA WIB, Greater MKE Committee, Lead to Succeed • CESA6, Fox Valley Chamber, FOCUS

  20. Thank You! Sara Baird Career Pathways Consultant DPI 608.266.2022 sara.baird@dpi.wi.gov Robin Kroyer-Kubicek YA Curriculum Coordinator CESA6 for WI DWD-YA 920-236-0579 rkkubicek@cesa6.org

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