Work based learning
Work Based Learning allows students to apply classroom theories to practical situations, to explore career options, and to pursue personal goals. Ultimately, students may participate in Work Based Learning opportunities such as internships and clinical experiences within our local businesses and industries for an average of 6 hours per week while earning high school credit. Students have been known to be placed at local veterinary offices, humane society, police stations, schools, businesses and more!
Our Work-Based Learning students are juniors and seniors from both Dickson County High School and Creek Wood High School.
Benefits of Work Based Learning for Students & Employers
Students
Gain real-world work experience in a chosen focus area while earning academic credit and begin networking with future employers
Employers
Assists high school students with real-world applications and hands-on experience for future careers
Gives employers a voice on what skills they would like to see in a ready graduate entering the work
Some of our Work Based Learning students in action!
CREEK WOOD HIGH SCHOOL
DICKSON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
CTE DISTRICT COORDINATOR
WORK BASED LEARNING DISTRICT SPECIALISTS
CTE/WORK BASED LEARNING ASSISTANT
A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR 24-25 WORK BASED LEARNING PARTNERS!