960-746 – Entering the Workforce

The competency Entering the Workforce is part of the program of study for a DVS (diploma of vocational studies) in Secretarial Studies.

As learners perform the assigned tasks, they acquire elements of the competency Entering the Workforce:

• searching for a practicum
• preparing themselves for spending time in the workplace
• communicating with the work team
• observing and performing activities in the workplace

Duration: 90 hours (6 units)

Content:

This learning guide is designed to help learners through each step on the way to entering the workforce, providing them with a procedure to follow and tips to ensure they find the practicum position that is right for them. As a result, they will be better prepared to take on their responsibilities and meet the requirements of the workplace. Throughout their practicum, this guide provides learners with tools and techniques to record information and then to share experience by writing a report.

The learning guide Entering the Workforce consists of three work situations:

• Finding a Practicum Position
• Preparing for Your Practicum
• Making Your Practicum a Success

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