WORK EXPERIENCE 12A AND 12B (MWEX-2A and MWEX-2B) 100 hours
Students enroled in Work Experience complete 100 hours of coursework that may help students with career decisions. Students are given assistance in job placement opportunities that are relevant to them and their focus area. Students further develop their resume and understand the importance of cover letters, thank-you letters, work safety, employability skills, interview skills, and the decision-making process. Students continue to examine their interests, values, and skills to help them discover appropriate career paths. The 100-hour work experience component of this course can be completed by way of work experiences including job shadowing, mentoring, volunteer service, and on-site work experience. Students and employers and supervisors are required to complete a work experience evaluation form (for each different job/volunteer location). Completed forms are submitted to the Work Experience Facilitator. These forms are located in Student Services. Grade 11 students may enter Work Experience 12B if they have completed 12A for a further 4 credits. Each Work Experience 12 course is a 4-credit graduation course. All students must complete the WorkSafety certification prior to heading out on placements. The mandatory 30-hour work experience graduation requirement will also be satisfied through the 100-hour course.