Work-Based Learning (WBL) Programs are structured educational experiences that integrate classroom learning (school-based) with productive, structured work experiences (work-based), related to a student's career goal.

Key Components:

• School-Based Learning
• Work-Based Learning
• Connecting activities
• Provides paid or unpaid work experience
• Promotes a partnership between education and industry
• Integrates academic and technical instruction

WBL Requirements:

• 16 years old (Junior/Senior)
• Reliable Transportation
• On-track for Graduation
• At least 2 Teacher Recommendations
• Must have or have had at least one CTAE course

Youth Apprenticeship (YAP) is a structured combination of school-based and work-based learning. Through a coordinated effort involving business and industry, Youth Apprenticeship addresses the dual role of preparing students for the world of work and providing Georgia with a highly skilled, technologically competitive workforce. A student participating in the Youth Apprenticeship Program receives an education that is both academically challenging and relevant to employment in today’s economy. The program enables a student to receive a high school diploma, a post-secondary certificate or degree, and certification of industry-recognized competencies applicable to employment in a high-skilled occupation.  A YAP student must have a minimum of 720 hours of on-the-job training.

WBL/YAP opportunities are available at Richmond County High Schools.

For more information on the WBL or YAP Programs, please contact:

Richmond County School System, CTAE Department

864 Broad Street

Augusta, Georgia 30901

Office:  (706) 826-1115

Fax:  (706) 826-4653