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How to Immerse VET Learners in Work-Based Learning (WBL)

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Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs are crucial in equipping VET learners with the practical skills and knowledge necessary for entering today’s speedily evolving job market and fostering a successful career. Work-Based Learning (WBL) is one of the most effective strategies of bridging the gap between theory and real-life application, offering hands-on experience and allowing learners to be immersed in working environments. Enrolling learners in WBL requires a structured approach that includes strong industry partnerships, well-defined learning objectives, and continuous support and assessment. By collaborating with industry professionals and tailoring educational outcomes to meet workforce needs, WBL offers learners invaluable opportunities to acquire relevant skills and gain practical experience, thus improving their employability. Station 3 explores the strategies, best practices and benefits of integrating WBL into VET programs and will lead VET trainers, administrators, and industry professionals through a step-by-step guide necessary for the successful implementation of WBL.