Is defined as: Gainful and productive

employment which provides valuable and enjoyable experiences in so doing enrich our way of life.

Work enables us to: Satisfy our basic needs for food, shelter,

clothing and health care Earn money in order to provide a

reasonable standard of living, security and independence

Confer our status, meaning, it is often used to determine our social status or social class

To satisfy our social and psychological needs of human beings

Realise a deep source of achievement

A good worker usually possess and demonstrate the following characteristics:

A sense of responsibility Pride in work Work habits and attitudes that are important

competence on the job and personal maturing Skills, knowledge and personal qualities necessary

to become more employable Ability to follow instructions Ability to maintain good physical, mental and

emotional health in relation to work A well groomed look for work

Work experience refers to programmes where students are able to combine theory and on the job experience and so access greater understanding of the subject area.

Benefits include:Assist students in thriving for successFoster a cooperative spirit between the

employer and the school, where the employer takes part in goal setting

Students possess the ability to relate practice with theory

Prepares students with values and attitudes for the world of work

Practical Nurse

Cook/Chef

Foods Researcher

Nutritionist

Flight Attendant

Waiter/waitress

Fashion Designer

Seamstress

Home Maker

Lecturer/Teacher

Child Care Specialist

Dietician