4c. The program goals, content, and assessment include Virginia’s Workplace Readiness Skills.
The first lesson plan is part of one on career exploration used during the first month of school. It culminates in a nine-week project. During the project, students use information learned in class to self-assess the interpersonal skills they feel they possess, and those they need to develop. As part of the project, students are encouraged to job shadow. This will allow them to witness the presence, or lack of, workplace readiness skills for a deeper understanding of why those soft skills are so important to their success.
The second lesson plan includes several Workplace Readiness Skills, including integrity, positive work ethic, and self-representation skills. The ACT video on Successful Staff Members includes a notes page for students outlining important skills. The page is shown below with WRS highlighted:
Seven Strategies Practiced by
Successful Staff Members
Practice teamwork
Always strive to be helpful
Anticipate the needs of others
Team players stick together until the game is over
Nothing disrupts teamwork faster than Gossip
Conduct yourself in a professional manner
Dress and look professional
Behave in a professional manner
Practice professionalism on the phone
“If you have time to lean, you have time to clean”
First impressions are formed on cleanliness, friendliness, and your appearance
Hospital cleanliness and odor control
Be flexible and continue to grow
Thorough record keeping
“If it is not recorded in the medical record, it did not happen”
Follow Instructions
If you are uncertain as to the instructions given to you, stop and ask questions.
Don’t assume anything!
Admit mistakes when they’ve been made
Practice safety
Prevention is the key
Notify your supervisor when accidents and injuries occur
Veterinary medicine is a people business
Exceed the expectations of the clients and the people you work with
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