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. Our Work-Based Learning students are juniors and seniors from both Dickson County High School and Creek Wood High School.
2021-2022 participants
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 workplace
Work-based learning in action
Coordinator Contact Information
Nikki Akins (DCHS): nakins@dcstn.org website: DCHS WBL
Veronica Walton (CWHS): vwalton@dcstn.org
Audra Estes (DCHS/CWHS): audraestes@dcstn.org
Jason Wallace (DCHS/CWHS): jwallace@dcstn.org
District CTE Director
Ray Lecomte: rlecomte@dcstn.org