Description:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have received 225 hours of work experience in an approved training environment. The student should be able to demonstrate the skills required in an entry level management position. An average of 15 hours on the job training/wk. is required.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor’s course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): NONE

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Locate job opportunity using one or a combination of job search techniques.
2. Apply for and secure a position in an approved training situation.
3. Exhibit the ability to work with others.
4. Exhibit punctuality, initiative, courtesy, loyalty and honesty in work environment.
5. Demonstrate the congruency between grooming and dress (image) in the work environment.
6. Demonstrate time management skills by successfully balancing school and work responsibilities.
7. Demonstrate the ability to work as a member of a team.
8. Demonstrate an ability to adapt to and manage change in the organizational environment.
9. Demonstrate method to develop and maintain harmonious relationships with other employees.
10. Demonstrate an understanding of working within the policies and regulations of an organization.
11. Demonstrate the ability to set realistic short-term and long-term personal and professional goals.
12. Demonstrate the ability to take a leadership role.
13. Plan and run a meeting.
14. Exhibit success of goals set for semester.

Content Outline & Competencies:

1. An average of 15 hours per week on-the-job training in an approved
training situation is required, totaling 225 hours for semester. Keep
accurate records of hours worked, job activities and salary earned.
2. Meet with the instructor during the first two weeks of the semester to
discuss your placement and work goals for the semester.
3. Students are expected to inform the instructor of any job or supervisor
changes IN WRITING.
4. Students are expected to keep instructor informed of any problems or
conflicts that arise on the job.
5. Turn in work goals, wage and earnings sheet, and self-evaluation.
6. Fill out internship card and provide instructor with employer business
card.
7. Attend employee-employer breakfast held each spring semester.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

The evaluation of your progress and performance on the job is a
cooperative effort by the supervisor, the facilitator and yourself. See
letter for due dates.

Breakfast                       50 points
Employer/Instructor Evaluation 200 points
Self-Evaluation                 50 points
Work Goals                     150 points
Wage/Earnings                  100 points
TOTAL                          550 points

1. If you work less than 225 hours per semester, your final grade will be
lowered proportionally.
2. Late assignments will be penalized 20% and will not be accepted for
credit after one week following the due date.
3. Your work performance should reflect positively on the fashion
merchandising program at JCCC at all times. If your behavior is deemed by
your instructor to be damaging to the reputation of our program, your
final grade will be lowered one full letter grade. Examples of situations
that will lower your grade include:
   a. If you are fired from your job for reasons in your control.
   b. If you quit your job without giving two weeks' notice.
   c. If you exhibit poor work ethics like being late repeatedly, calling
in sick too often, or poor attitude.

Grading Scale:
   A = 91 - 100%
   B = 80 - 90
   C = 70 - 79
   D = 60 - 69
   F =  0 - 59

Caveats:

1. Students must have transportation to and from work.
2. Students must attend employee-employer breakfast.
3. Students must pass all FASH courses with a grade of "C" or higher for the Fashion Merchandising and Fashion Design degrees.

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.