work experience

The specific aims and objectives of work experience will vary according to the individual needs of particular students, but there are many common benefits. Work experience can:
help students relate the knowledge and skills they are developing at school to the world of work;
develop students' vocational skills;
increase students' understanding of economic and industrial issues, citizenship, environmental and health education;
help students to develop increased maturity, self confidence, flexibility, self reliance and the ability to work with others;
enable students to clarify their thoughts and make decisions about their future career choices.