Good practice is central to effective implementation.

NAGCAS/ALTC Project Best Practice Principles

For all participants to benefit from the implementation of Career Development Learning in the workplace experience – host employers, students and university staff should:

1. Expect mutual benefit
2. Understand the key objectives of both stakeholders and participants.
3. Understand their respective roles and responsibilities.
4. Have clearly articulated expectations.
5. Have a shared understanding of Career Development Learning and Work Integrated Learning and associated terminology.

Best Practice Tips for Employers: National Council for Work Experience (UK)                                        

1. Find out what the student’s career aspirations and university requirements are and build this into their personal development plan where possible. This will develop clear measurable objectives that can be referred to during and at the end of the placement.
2. Include students in any training available to other staff. It is particularly useful for students to gain transferable employability competencies such as presentation, customer service and IT skills.
3. Allow students to experience different roles to gain an insight into different career opportunities that will help them to make an informed decision about their future career path.

*The Quality Mark is an accreditation awarded by the National Council for Work Experience (NCWE) to recognise employers.