A student who meets the content standard should: - develop and maintain a work ethic necessary for success in the workplace
- that includes honesty, integrity, dependability, punctuality, self discipline, initiative, reliability, accuracy, productivity, respect and perseverance;
- understand how to apply skills and academic knowledge in a variety of work settings;
- understand the process for seeking employment including resume development, application completion, interview skills and appropriate dress for work settings;
- understand the process for developing self-employment opportunities including marketing studies, business plan development, and managing business finances;
- understand how an individual job fits into the overall organization and how the organization fits into the overall economy;
- understand the need for safe practices in workplaces, and;
- understand employer and employee rights and responsibilities.
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