Describes a successful program in which students get college credit for working in the offices of local government officers. (DC)

Two basic types of internship plans used by community college health programs are used: (1) lecture/internship mix and (2) block internship. Neither type adequately addresses the problems of small, rural, community colleges attempting to establish quality health occupations programs. The proposed model curriculum uses the advantages of both types.…

This is a report and evaluation of a Ford Foundation-funded 5-year project to help prepare more effective teachers for 2-year post-high school occupational programs. It was conducted jointly by the Junior College District of St. Louis-St. Louis County and Southern Illinois University from July 1, 1966 to June 30, 1971. The primary goal of the Ford…

Internships have traditionally been an important component in counselor training. At Bronx Community College (BCC), a model counselor training program has been developed which emphasizes student input as well as field experience. The underlying assumption of the model is that both the student interns and the host college can teach one another…

Intended as a reference for students, faculty, and field placement supervisors at New Jersey's Hudson County Community College, this manual identifies explicit responsibilities and presents guidelines for field placements. After an introduction to the general principles of service learning, the following materials are provided: (1) descriptions of…

Designed for students enrolled in LaGuardia Community College's (LCC's) Cooperative Education Preparation class, this workbook contains readings, written assignments, and in-class activities which prepare the students to participate in internships. The workbook provides materials corresponding to the following class sections: (1) Understanding…

Recounts the growth of service learning programs in community colleges nationwide and discusses their impact on student learning and real-world application, where there are clearly demonstrated connections between service and academic concepts. Examines the benefits of service learning, challenges to implementation, impact on the community, and…