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WORK-BASED LEARNING

Work-Based Learning in Mississippi is an attempt to combine the expertise of business/industry and education through a partnership arrangement to produce the type of worker critical to the economic success of our state. This program combines school-based, work-site instruction, and work-site learning experiences, in such a way that the learners see the connection between school and work. As a result, students in post-secondary programs are prepared upon graduation for good jobs in a technical work force.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF BUSINESS/INDUSTRY

  • Business/Industry sign an agreement with students and school officials defining skill requirements.
  • Provide structured, paid on-the-job training for students.
  • Provide on-site instruction through a skilled mentor and supervisor.
  • Evaluate and report student performance.

BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAM TO BUSINESS/INDUSTRY

  • Gain a direct chance to recruit and screen potential employees.
  • Evaluate potential employees in work settings prior to hiring.
  • Develop a quick reliable source of skilled, educated workers

    Work Based Learning Coordinator

    Mitsy Prichard

    Mississippi Delta Community College

    P.O. Box 668 , Moorhead , MS 38761
    Phone (662)246-6523 Fax (662)246-6258
    e-mail: mprichard@msdelta.edu