2026-2027 Catalog

Work-based Learning - Work Experience in Your Field of Study

This program allows students to work in a job related to their field of study and receive college credit. The Work-based Learning office will assist in finding a job and help monitor the student’s progress throughout the semester.

 

Cost: Each hour’s credit in Work-based Learning is equivalent to one hour classroom credit and will be charged as such.

 Eligibility:

Any student enrolled in a program offering Work-Based Learning for academic credit is eligible if they meet the following minimum requirements:

1.  A student must be 18 years of age.

2.  Student must be enrolled in a curriculum program that provides a Work-based learning option.

3.  Student must have a minimum 2.0 cumulative program GPA, and have completed a minimum of nine (9) semester credit hours within the appropriate program of study.

4.  Students must obtain approval from their advisor.

5.  Students must obtain approval from the Work-based Learning Coordinator.

*Some AAS programs will have additional eligibility requirements.  Please contact the Work-based Learning Coordinator for more information.

Deadlines:

Must register for Work-based Learning during regularly scheduled curriculum registration.

Location:

Carr Hall, Room 219

Hours:

Monday - Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM or by appointment

Phone:

(828) 448-6057

Appointments: 

Appointments preferred