Work-Based Learning (WBL) Resources

Work-Based Learning (WBL) – Perkins V Definition

The term ‘‘work-based learning’’ means sustained interactions with industry or community professionals in real workplace settings, to the extent practicable, or simulated environments at an educational institution that foster in-depth, firsthand engagement with the tasks required in a given career field, that are aligned to curriculum and instruction. Perkins V Sec. 3. [20 U.S.C. 2302] (55)

Work-Based Learning has 3 different levels:

Level 1: Career Awareness & Exploration, Level 2: Career Interactions, Level 3: Career Training Experiences. Each level is defined by the document below:

WBL Continuum.pdf Download WBL Continuum.pdf

Integrating work-based learning opportunities can greatly enhance one's career exploration. Do your best in integrating all levels of WBL experiences. Additionally, refer to the virtual WBL resources below:

Virtual WBL Resource List.pdf Download Virtual WBL Resource List.pdf