This class is designed to make school easier for students by learning various study and job skills. Students who register will automatically be inducted into the National Career Association, which will be a great job contact in the future. Field trips, work sheets, directed study guides, small group discussion, and guest speakers are utilized in the course. The lab experience will involve a rotation through Auto Mechanics, Graphics, Construction Trades, Manufacturing and Fabricating Technology, Small Engine Repair, Drafting, and Electronics every 5 weeks. Students attend classes in a modified schedule which provides course instruction in English, math, physical education, health, science, history, global cultures, government, work and family, life skills, related instruction, employability skills, and at least two periods a day in workforce skill development or a work environment.
Students learn their vocational skills on the job.
A job coach is provided if needed. The work involved is usually in single skill or operator entry-level occupations. Credits are awarded as determined by time period spent on the job and approval of the Vocational Director. This program is housed at Lakewood Hospital where students train in a variety of departments depending on their interests and abilities. A personalized program is designed for each student and may include training in dietary, material management, housekeeping, clerical, or other areas.