Designed for use as a manual, this document is intended to give guidance to the educational system on how it may assist in the implementation of the Manpower Services Commission (MSC) Youth Training Scheme (YTS), a program for vocational preparation. An introduction that explains the background of YTS is followed by eight sections that relate to…

This handbook is designed to assist those responsible for managing cooperative work experience programs at Oregon high schools and community colleges. The coordinator's responsibilities have been broken down into specific tasks and the steps for successfully completing each. These are grouped under the following subheadings: (1) administration…

This trainer's guide is intended to assist supervisors of work-based career training projects in familiarizing students with abbreviations, acronyms, and terminology that are commonly used in the workplace. The guide is one in a series of core curriculum modules that is intended for use in combination on- and off-the-job programs to familiarize…

This trainer's guide is intended to assist supervisors of work-based career training projects in helping students learn about what happens during calving season, and also about observing, recording, and presenting information. The guide is one in a series of core curriculum modules that is intended for use in combination on- and off-the-job…

This trainer's guide is intended to assist supervisors of work-based career training projects in helping students compare the advantages and disadvantages of buying or building a greenhouse, make a decision within cost constraints, and execute the task under supervision. This project is designed to meet the needs of trainees who are of low…

This trainer's guide is intended to assist supervisors of work-based career training projects in teaching students to follow the manufacturing process of a component from the first operation to final inspection. The guide is one in a series of core curriculum modules that is intended for use in combination on- and off-the-job programs to…

This trainer's guide is intended to assist supervisors of work-based career training projects in teaching students the basics of fire prevention in the kitchen. The guide is one in a series of core curriculum modules that is intended for use in combination on- and off-the-job programs to familiarize youth with the skills, knowledge, and attitudes…

This trainer's guide is intended to assist supervisors of work-based career training projects in helping students understand the benefits, advantages, and disadvantages of a microwave oven and its use. The guide is one in a series of core curriculum modules that is intended for use in combination on- and off-the-job programs to familiarize youth…

This trainer's guide is intended to assist supervisors of work-based career training projects in helping students learn about the different types of equipment used to mix or combine foodstuffs. The guide is one in a series of core curriculum modules that is intended for use in combination on- and off-the-job programs to familiarize youth with the…

These six papers examine the issues and review some of the current practices in the developing field of profile recording of young people's attainments. An introductory paper, "A Burst of Interest," looks at some reasons why profiling has developed and examines some major issues involved. "Profiles in Training" discusses…

This publication, one of four academic courses developed for the Vocational Education for Special Students (VESS) program, is designed to serve Course Content; Units of Study; Curriculum Guides; *Learning Activities; academic curriculum to complete their local high school program. The course is to be taught in conjunction with a vocational…

This guide provides information about the available opportunities in New York State for youths to earn credit toward both high school diplomas and college degrees for competencies gained in the Comprehensive Educational Training Act (CETA) training and work experience programs as provided by the Youth Employment and Demonstration Projects Act…

The conference reported here was held for national leaders from industry, labor, education, and youth-serving organizations to (1) provide a forum for the presentation of a sampling of illustrative programs displaying initiative being taken in the private sector to enhance youth career development, and (2) obtain the counsel of participants on how…

The paper discusses the interdisciplinary approach used by the Amity High School House Construction Project to develop a construction cluster in a small high school, to give students on-the-job training, and to teach them the relevancy of academic education. The project's monthly plan of action is briefly described. Suggested activities,…

This booklet on Ontario (Canada) apprenticeship programs describes regulated and non-regulated trades in the following four categories: (1) construction, (2) industrial, (3) motive power, and (4) service. The introductory section covers what apprenticeship is, educational requirements, credits for academic and skill achievements, finding an…