Work-based learning courses and experiential learning courses are another option for gaining credit toward graduation. Work-based learning must be for the educational benefit of the scholar, must be tied to current coursework, and must be related to the scholar’s EDP. Work-based learning is an off-site, paid or unpaid internship for specific educational purposes.
Work-based learning is subject to regulations of the Department of Education and the Fair Labor Standards Act. A scholar must sign up for and must have prior approval of work-based learning through the counseling department. Experiential learning courses are specific courses within the school that have specific syllabi and meet with a certified teacher to review course expectations and progress. An experiential learning course allows a scholar to participate in a leadership role in an area of interest.
Important Note: Work based learning and experiential learning courses are NOT intended as a scholar aide or a scholar worker.