Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon

This course is required for the NKBA Certificate.

Transferability of credit depends entirely upon the institu­tion to which the student wishes to transfer.

Students must be capable of reading and communicating in the English language and may be required to pass a listening competency test administered by the department.  Students who may have a disability and wish an accommodation should make arrangements to meet with the instructor outside of class to discuss specific requests.  Any request for accommodation may require that documentation of disability be reviewed by the Office for Students with Disabilities

The student will be able to:

• Observe and recognize functions specific to the assigned job site.
• Successfully perform tasks relative to the work experience plan.
• Communicate effectively with associated co-workers, supervisors, and staff.

Evaluation generally consists of site visitations by the Coordinator/Instructor and a written evaluation by the Employer/Supervisor.

• An on-site/field experience is essential to the development of the student within a real world context.
• Graduates need to be able to communicate and work effectively with employers and related staff.
• Cooperative Education establishes a vital link between the college and the prospective employer.

Competencies and Skills:
The student will be able to:

• Communicate effectively with employer using various methodologies.
• Demonstrate competency while performing assigned field experience tasks.

Successfully complete the written agreement forged between the student and the participating employer.