Orientation about work immersion in the midst of pandemic

2. DepEd Order No. 30 s.
2017

3. Work Immersion is one of the course
requirements for graduation. A Senior High
School student has to undergo Work Immersion
in an industry that directly relates to the
student’s postsecondary goal. Through Work
Immersion, the students are exposed to and
become familiar with work-related environment
related to their field of specialization to enhance
their competence.

4. Specifically, the students are able to:
(i)gain relevant and practical industrial skills under the guidance
of industry experts and workers;
(ii)appreciate the importance and application of the principles
and theories taught in school;
(iii)enhance their technical knowledge and skills;
(iv)enrich their skills in communications and human relations;
and
(v)develop good work habits, attitudes, appreciation, and
respect for work. These prepare them to meet the needs and
challenges of employment or higher education after
graduation.

5. MEMORANDUM
DM-CI-2020-00085
Released date: June 2,
2020

6. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has
caused massive disruption in the education
sector. In the context of basic education, crisis
is a condition in Which the regular operation
of schools including the relevant offices in
the division, region, and central levels is
suspended; and its learners’ physical
attendance in school is prohibited or limited.

7. Work Immersion (WI) aims to provide SHS
learners with opportunities to familiarize
themselves with the workplace; to simulate
employment; and to apply their competencies
in areas of specialization/applied subjects in
authentic work environments. However, its
implementation must be flexible enough to fit
the complex setup and needs of learners,
schools and partner institutions in the country.

8. PHASES
PHASE 1:
PRE-IMMERSION
Work Immersion Orientation
E-portfolio
PHASE 2:
IMMERSION
PROPER
A. UNDERSTANDING WORK IMMERSION
Expected behavior under work immersion
Work Immersion Rules and Regulation
Career Path
B. APPRECIATING THE IMPORTANCE OF CREDENTIALS
Conducting a Job Interview
Making a concept paper/project proposal
PHASE 3:
POST IMMERSION
Consolidating Outputs for E-portfolio
Submission of E-portfolio