A career-related educational program offers students paid work experience in a professional setting. Students are employed by an organization for multiple semesters, gaining progressive work responsibilities. An academic program offering students career-related experience for academic credit hours. Typically students work 120-150 hours a semester to earn 3 credit hours. Projects or papers are required and are evaluated by faculty for a grade.
Pay depends on departmental requirements and company offerings.
Special Professional Programs Professional programs that apply skills consistent with educational and career goals required for degree or certification. Often times programs are defined by accrediting bodies. Examples include student teaching, nursing clinicals, architectural studios, counseling practicals, and social work field placements.