Work Based Learning (WBL)
Work Based Learning is a training program designed to assist people with disabilities in the development of work skills and behaviors utilizing actual job sites in their own communities. While in training, Easterseals Middle Georgia pays their wages and Workers Compensation Benefits. The ultimate goal is for each individual to be hired at the end of their training period by the community site which they get placed.
Overview
Work Based Learning is an educational approach or instructional method that uses community workplaces to provide students with the knowledge and skills that will help them connect school experiences to real-life work activities and future career opportunities. it is essential that direct employer or community involvement be a component of WBL to ensure in-depth student engagement.
WBL may include in-school or after-school opportunities, experiences outside the traditional school setting, and/or internships. When paid WBL experiences are provided, the wages are to be paid at no less than minimum wage.
Work based learning includes activities and experiences that assist students to:
- Develop work skills through participation in paid and non-paid work experiences in community integrated employment
- Apply classroom knowledge to the workplace
- Gain greater understanding of the soft skills important to success in the workplace
- Learn from people currently working in the occupations and career of interest.
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After 6.5 years, Zane graduated from physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy this summer. Thank you for the years of support with his medical bills.
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Teaching Invaluable Skills
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Making Waves in the Workforce
" I Enjoyed my time doing the Work Readiness Program. I Learned how to manage my soft skills such as time management. I recently started work in the foam shop and have learned many things about the foam. Easterseals has shown me a lot, and I enjoy working here."
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Champion for Children 'Warrior'
"Thank you so much to the entire Easterseals family for your years of kindness and generosity to Jackson! You are making an ENORMOUS difference for kids and families and we are so grateful!” – Kelly Daus, Jackson’s Mother.
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