Overview
Work Experience Education is a unique, experiential, academic program that allows individuals to apply what they've learned in the classroom to a work environment. Upon completion of their Work Experience, students may earn one (1) to four (4) units of transferable credit with a letter grade.
Work Experience serves: College interns, volunteers, and employees. It also satisfies the Living Skills graduation requirement for an associate degree.
Work Experience (WEXP) Courses
WEXP 198 Work Experience - General
- Units:0.5 - 3
- Hours:27 - 162 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Enrollment Limitation:Before students can enroll or participate in the Work Experience program, Los Rios Community College District must have a signed Employer Agreement on file with the student’s worksite. If the employer already has an active agreement with the district (viewable at losrios.edu/wexpemployeragreement), no further action is required. In addition, students must have a paid or unpaid internship, volunteer position, or job that aligns with their career exploration goals and a cooperating worksite supervisor who will sign all required course documents. High School students are not permitted to enroll in Work Experience courses.
- General Education:Local GE L7B
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2026
This course provides students with opportunities to develop marketable skills in preparation for employment or advancement within a career. It is designed for students interested in exploring various career options. Course content includes understanding the application of education to the workforce; completion of required forms which document the student's progress and hours spent at the work site; and developing workplace skills and competencies. Appropriate level learning objectives are established by the student and the employer. During the semester, the student is required to participate in a weekly orientation and complete 27 hours of related work experience for 0.5 unit. An additional 27 hours of related work experience is required for each additional 0.5 units. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 units. This course may be taken up to three times when new or expanded learning objectives are introduced. Students may take up to 16 units total across all Work Experience course offerings. Only one Work Experience course may be taken per semester.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- SLO #1: Demonstrate Professional Growth through the Application of Industry Knowledge
- Reflect on personal strengths, areas for growth, and career goals while applying industry-specific knowledge and theoretical concepts in professional settings, and develop realistic career goals based on feedback.
- Collaborate with supervisors to evaluate performance, seek feedback, and build professional relationships that support ongoing career development and continuous learning.
- SLO #2: Analyze and Apply Critical Thinking to Solve Problems
- Analyze workplace challenges using information from multiple sources, communicate findings and reasoning effectively, evaluate potential solutions using logical reasoning, and integrate diverse cultural and personal perspectives into decision-making.
- SLO #3: Advocate for Equity and Inclusion
- Recognize and describe diverse identities and experiences in the workplace, communicate respectfully across perspectives, analyze examples of inclusion and exclusion, and contribute to equitable environments by incorporating multiple cultural viewpoints.
- SLO #4: Exhibit Effective Leadership and Teamwork
- Identify and leverage team strengths, support and motivate peers toward shared goals, communicate effectively in collaborative settings, respond constructively to feedback, and plan and manage small-scale projects or tasks.
- SLO #5: Model Professionalism and Ethical Behavior
- Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and integrity by maintaining attention to detail, being prepared, aligning behavior with organizational and ethical standards, and communicating professionally with colleagues and stakeholders.
- SLO #6: Collaborate Effectively in Diverse Teams
- Work effectively with diverse team members by communicating clearly, respecting differing perspectives, resolving conflicts constructively, and assuming responsibility for assigned tasks.
- SLO #7: Apply Technology and Industry Knowledge Competently
- Select and ethically utilize appropriate technologies, communicate technical and industry-specific knowledge effectively, adapt to emerging digital tools, and apply ethical standards to evaluate and complete tasks in professional settings.
WEXP 298 Work Experience in (Subject)
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Hours:27 - 216 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Enrollment Limitation:Before students can enroll or participate in the Work Experience program, Los Rios Community College District must have a signed Employer Agreement on file with the student’s worksite. If the employer already has an active agreement with the district (viewable at losrios.edu/wexpemployeragreement), no further action is required. In addition, students must have a paid or unpaid internship, volunteer position, or job that aligns with their career goals and a cooperating worksite supervisor who will sign all required course documents. High School students are not permitted to enroll in Work Experience courses.
- General Education:Local GE L7B
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2026
This course provides students with opportunities to develop marketable skills in preparation for employment in their major field of study or advancement within their career. It is designed for students interested in work experience and/or internships in associate degree level or certificate occupational programs. Course content includes understanding the application of education to the workforce; completion of required forms which document the student's progress and hours spent at the work site; and developing workplace skills and competencies. Appropriate level learning objectives are established by the student and the employer. During the semester, the student is required to participate in a weekly orientation and complete 27 hours of related work experience for 0.5 unit. An additional 27 hours of related work experience is required for each additional 0.5 units. Students may take up to 16 units total across all Work Experience course offerings. This course may be taken up to four times when new or expanded learning objectives are introduced. Only one Work Experience course may be taken per semester.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- SLO #1: Demonstrate Professional Growth through the Application of Industry Knowledge
- Reflect on personal strengths, areas for growth, and career goals while applying industry-specific knowledge and theoretical concepts in professional settings, and develop realistic career goals based on feedback.
- Collaborate with supervisors to evaluate performance, seek feedback, and build professional relationships that support ongoing career development and continuous learning.
- SLO #2: Analyze and Apply Critical Thinking to Solve Problems
- Analyze workplace challenges using information from multiple sources, communicate findings and reasoning effectively, evaluate potential solutions using logical reasoning, and integrate diverse cultural and personal perspectives into decision-making.
- SLO #3: Advocate for Equity and Inclusion
- Recognize and describe diverse identities and experiences in the workplace, communicate respectfully across perspectives, analyze examples of inclusion and exclusion, and contribute to equitable environments by incorporating multiple cultural viewpoints.
- SLO #4: Exhibit Effective Leadership and Teamwork
- Identify and leverage team strengths, support and motivate peers toward shared goals, communicate effectively in collaborative settings, respond constructively to feedback, and plan and manage small-scale projects or tasks.
- SLO #5: Model Professionalism and Ethical Behavior
- Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and integrity by maintaining attention to detail, being prepared, aligning behavior with organizational and ethical standards, and communicating professionally with colleagues and stakeholders.
- SLO #6: Collaborate Effectively in Diverse Teams
- Work effectively with diverse team members by communicating clearly, respecting differing perspectives, resolving conflicts constructively, and assuming responsibility for assigned tasks.
- SLO #7: Apply Technology and Industry Knowledge Competently
- Select and ethically utilize appropriate technologies, communicate technical and industry-specific knowledge effectively, adapt to emerging digital tools, and apply ethical standards to evaluate and complete tasks in professional settings.
WEXP 498 Work Experience in (Subject)
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Hours:27 - 216 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Enrollment Limitation:Before students can enroll or participate in the Work Experience program, Los Rios Community College District must have a signed Employer Agreement on file with the student’s worksite. If the employer already has an active agreement with the district (viewable at losrios.edu/wexpemployeragreement), no further action is required. In addition, students must have a paid or unpaid internship, volunteer position, or job that aligns with their career goals and a cooperating worksite supervisor who will sign all required course documents. High School students are not permitted to enroll in Work Experience courses.
- Transferable:CSU
- General Education:Local GE L7B
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2026
This course provides students with opportunities to develop marketable skills in preparation for employment in their major field of study or advancement within their career. It is designed for students interested in work experience and/or internships in transfer level degree occupational programs. Course content includes understanding the application of education to the workforce; completion of required forms which document the student's progress and hours spent at the work site; and developing workplace skills and competencies. Appropriate level learning objectives are established by the student and the employer. During the semester, the student is required to participate in a weekly orientation and complete 27 hours of related work experience for 0.5 unit. An additional 27 hours of related work experience is required for each additional 0.5 units. Students may take up to 16 units total across all Work Experience course offerings. This course may be taken up to four times when new or expanded learning objectives are introduced. Only one Work Experience course may be taken per semester.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- SLO #1: Demonstrate Professional Growth through the Application of Industry Knowledge
- Reflect on personal strengths, areas for growth, and career goals while applying industry-specific knowledge and theoretical concepts in professional settings, and develop realistic career goals based on feedback.
- Collaborate with supervisors to evaluate performance, seek feedback, and build professional relationships that support ongoing career development and continuous learning.
- SLO #2: Analyze and Apply Critical Thinking to Solve Problems
- Analyze workplace challenges using information from multiple sources, communicate findings and reasoning effectively, evaluate potential solutions using logical reasoning, and integrate diverse cultural and personal perspectives into decision-making.
- SLO #3: Advocate for Equity and Inclusion
- Recognize and describe diverse identities and experiences in the workplace, communicate respectfully across perspectives, analyze examples of inclusion and exclusion, and contribute to equitable environments by incorporating multiple cultural viewpoints.
- SLO #4: Exhibit Effective Leadership and Teamwork
- Identify and leverage team strengths, support and motivate peers toward shared goals, communicate effectively in collaborative settings, respond constructively to feedback, and plan and manage small-scale projects or tasks.
- SLO #5: Model Professionalism and Ethical Behavior
- Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and integrity by maintaining attention to detail, being prepared, aligning behavior with organizational and ethical standards, and communicating professionally with colleagues and stakeholders.
- SLO #6: Collaborate Effectively in Diverse Teams
- Work effectively with diverse team members by communicating clearly, respecting differing perspectives, resolving conflicts constructively, and assuming responsibility for assigned tasks.
- SLO #7: Apply Technology and Industry Knowledge Competently
- Select and ethically utilize appropriate technologies, communicate technical and industry-specific knowledge effectively, adapt to emerging digital tools, and apply ethical standards to evaluate and complete tasks in professional settings.
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