I hadn't heard about the NCRC and am intrigued. I'll look into it more.

These are good ideas for developing support for WBL with school staff who may see it as a detraction from the academic setting.

Organization is key to a successful program. Researching laws and expectations will make me the expert, and knowing my potential partners is another important piece.

Liability is a common and frustrating argument with my superintendent. This course is giving me great resources for continuing the conversation.

A solid training plan and communication can keep partners and gain more.

This section discussed the importance of building strong relationships with potential employers. It is important to know institutional information to share w/ potential employers, how the institution can benefit the employer, info related to programs and how we can help the employer accomplish their talent acquisition goals. I will ensure I am building strong partnerships w/ potential employers to develop long-term invested relationships.

This section discussed the importance of communication and how to be successful in the work environment. I will use the 5 keys to work success when talking w/ students to help set a good foundation for work ethic, and will discuss the importance of constructive communication and how to use it to be an effect communicator personally and professionally.

This section discussed the importance of presentation and the importance of interview etiquette. It is important to dress professionally, act professionally, and to be confident in your appearance and ability to interact with the interviewer. I will use mock interviews to help students with interview etiquette and help them develop a check list to ensure they are prepared for the interview.

This section talked about the importance of building a strong resume and cover letter. The resume and cover letter are the first thing a potential employer sees about a candidate so it is important to reflect the candidate in a strong and professional manner that aligns w/ the company's goals/position. I will make sure we review the resume to ensure all spelling/grammar is correct, make sure all sections are included with skills and information relevant to the student's desired position, and will ensure the student is able to speak professionally about all info listed on both the resume and cover… >>>

This module discussed the importance of readiness and the value of being prepared when it comes to job searches, presentation, and networking. It also discussed the importance of tracking activities to remain organized. I plan to implement the tracking method to help w/ organization and f/u. I also plan to provide the resources available to give my students the best opportunity to prepare themselves for potential employer interaction and to help them spend their time wisely finding a job that fits their needs.