Work-Based Learning Education Courses
Work Based Learning courses are courses in which students are employed for specific periods of on- or off-campus work. This employment is related as closely as possible to each student’s course of study and individual interests. The blend of classroom theory and practical on-the-job training adds a vital dimension to learning experiences. Numerous advantages accrue from the work-based learning approach to learning, such as career direction for participating students and an avenue to better relate the college to the community.
A student may participate in a course and earn credit toward degree requirements depending on their major.
In order to be eligible for the course, the student must:
Be enrolled in a curriculum program that includes a work-based learning course as an option or requirement.
Have been at Isothermal for at least one semester.
Have at least a 2.0 GPA.
Be employable.
Be at least 17 years of age.
Have met the curriculum restrictions in accordance with the NCCCS Curriculum Procedures.
Registered Apprenticeship Programs
Registered apprenticeship is a training program designed to meet the needs of an employer by providing the employee with structured on-the-job learning, related instruction, and a progressive wage scale. Apprenticeship creates a seamless career pathway, giving students an opportunity to learn skills necessary for a career with high earning potential, personal growth, and continued workplace learning after graduation. Students must possess strong academic and technical skills in order to be successful in an apprenticeship program. For additional information about apprenticeships, contact the work-based learning coordinator.