This handbook was prepared to assist work experience program teachers, school administrators, and others involved in the operation of a work experience program to meet Florida program standards and county guidelines of the Dade County Public Schools. The first sections of the guide outline program goals, objectives, and minimum student competencies to be attained in a grade 7-10 laboratory setting. The next sections of the guide cover the following: course ratio and supply allocation, teacher certification, program standards, program review, student selection, student scheduling, related instruction/on-the-job training, student evaluation, child labor responsibilities and requirements, safety, inservice meetings, calendar of events, public relations, field trip suggestions, approved buses, teaching reference, recommended equipment list, information work sheet, projected statistical report, directory of programs, and sample forms. (KC)