CTE 5150 - SPOC Implementation of Work-based Learning Internships

Students learn the basics of planning, organizing, and implementing internships. Primary areas of study include how to implement training plans and agreements; develop liaison relationships with the community; evaluate student performance; provide relevant classroom instruction; involve parents and guardians; and counsel students for job application, work performance and transition into work/post-secondary training. Federal and Iowa state employment laws as well as other primary resources to assist in the coordination process will be identified and utilized in developing a customized, local plan for implementing internships. This course meets the coordination of cooperative programs requirement for the Multi-occupations (MOC) and Work Experience Coordinator endorsements. Prerequisite(s): junior standing.