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
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