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Wisconsin Work-Based Learning

Wisconsin Work-Based Learning. Presented by:. Department of Public Instruction Sharon Wendt, Career and Technical Education Director Sara Baird , Career Pathways Consultant. Department of Workforce Development Cathy Crary , Youth & Projects Unit Supervisor

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Wisconsin Work-Based Learning

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  1. Wisconsin Work-Based Learning Presented by: Department of Public Instruction Sharon Wendt, Career and Technical Education Director Sara Baird, Career Pathways Consultant Department of Workforce Development Cathy Crary, Youth & Projects Unit Supervisor Robin Kroyer-Kubicek, Youth Apprenticeship Curriculum Coordinator

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

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

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

  8. Impediments to Growth • Schools have a limited amount of time for outreach • Businesses unsure how to access work-based learning programs • Economic slow down • School Budgets • Teacher attrition

  9. Questions?For more information contact: Sharon Wendt, Director Career and Education Team Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction 608-267-9251 sharon.wendt@dpi.wi.gov Cathy Crary Department of Workforce Development 608.267.7944 cathy.crary@dwd.wisconsin.gov

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