Education Systems Center (EdSystems) has partnered with Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC), local school districts, and industry partners to build a strong and comprehensive system of work-based learning opportunities for students that is aligned to Illinois state frameworks and includes a range of experiences:
The table below illustrates work-based learning opportunities in health sciences and manufacturing. These opportunities were identified and informed by data collected in collaboration with community organizations and school partners through the Taking Back the Trades! grant.
Note that this dashboard reflects reported opportunities to date and is not an exhaustive representation of all available work-based learning experiences. Rather, it serves as a starting point for identifying trends, gaps, and opportunities for expansion as the Southwestern Illinois region continues to strengthen and align its career pathways.
