Work-based learning gives CTE students the real-world experience to understand their future career and hone their craft. Various work-based learning opportunities are available, including workplace tours, job shadowing and school-based enterprises, internships and apprenticeships.

Work-based learning offers experiences that help students develop the knowledge and skills they need to effectively compete in the workforce and allows students to have meaningful interactions with professionals in their chosen field. Students who participate in work-based learning are provided with advance training and are closely supervised by an educator.