What it Does
Every student has access to rigorous, real-world learning because learning happens everywhere—not just in classrooms.
Why it Matters
High-quality work-based learning opportunities like internships and apprenticeships (WBL for short) enable students to explore potential career pathways, gain valuable workplace experience, and graduate with the knowledge and competencies necessary for success after high school.
States can expand access to WBL while also ensuring those experiences are of high quality and grant students credit toward graduation.
To meet the criteria for this policy action, a state will have
A published policy or guidance on implementing high-quality work-based learning; and
Clear policies for when and how students earn credit toward graduation upon successful completion of work-based learning experiences; and
A robust definition of high-quality youth apprenticeships.
