Work-Based Learning
Connecting Today's Students to Tomorrow's Careers!
DMACC’s Work-Based Learning provides activities and resources for students, educators, and businesses across central Iowa. We connect education and business by providing students with opportunities to increase awareness of career options, explore careers and workplaces virtually and in-person, and get a start in their careers with learn and earn programs. Through work-based learning events, courses, and special programs, DMACC WBL helps students find their next step toward a rewarding career!
What is Work-Based Learning at DMACC?
Awareness
- Career Exploration Days
- Virtual Ask a Professional & Business Spotlight
- Career Discovery Library
- WBL 100: Career Exploration
- Course/Program Specific Activities
Exploration
- Worksite Industry Experience
- WBL 110: Employability Skills
- WBL 150: Job Shadowing
- Course/Program Specific Activities
Workplace Learning
- Internship
- Practicum
- Field Experience
- Apprenticeship
- DMACC Scholars Programs
DMACC Career Discovery Event Calendar & Registration
Register for a Career Discovery Event.
Event Calendar
DMACC Career Discovery Video Library
Learn from professionals about industries, careers, & career paths.
Browse Library
DMACC Work-Based Learning Courses
DMACC WBL credit courses focus on career awareness and exploration.
View Courses