In most cases, college degrees don't require or incorporate actual work experience. College seniors graduate into the work force to begin obtaining their work experience. This certainly delays prompt advancement in their careers. It was designed to link the workplace with the classroom. It also provides a transition from high school to the work world.
Students participate in job shadowing, internships, apprenticeships and career mentoring.
Students learn that high skill that don't require a college degree are available and are considered honorable employment. Students usually decide early in their high school careers to participate in these types of programs. These programs do provide actual work experience and do prepare students for the work force of the future. But, as excellent as these programs may be, they cannot benefit students who have shown no inclination to enroll in them. The program also gives students the opportunity for work-based learning outside of the traditional classroom setting for at least part of their day.