Contributory Factors of Work Immersion to Employment of ABM Senior High Graduates of CLNHS

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

One of the goals of the K to 12 Basic Education Program is to develop in learners the competencies, work ethic, and values relevant to pursuing further education and/or joining the world of work. To achieve greater congruence between basic education and the nation's development targets, Work Immersion, a required subject, has been incorporated into the curriculum. This subject will provide learners with opportunities: a) to become familiar with the workplace;b) for employment simulation; and c) to apply their competencies in areas of specialization/applied subjects in authentic work environments.

METHODS

A descriptive method of research was utilized. Questionnaire and interview were conducted to gather data.

RESULTS

The data revealed that 34.43% of ABM graduates are employed and 65.57% are enrolled in college universities. The result of this action research was used to monitor the progress of their chosen career. The basic job readiness that they had acquired at Work Immersion subject were communication skills, socialization, responsibility, efficiency and effectiveness as an employee, being productive and it served as the foundation for professionalism also, they have the ability to execute a series of instructions in an organized manner.

DISCUSSIONS

The respondents were limited to 61 Grade 12 ABM students of Conde Labac National High School who graduated under ABM strand. This study focused on the importance of those contributory factors of Work Immersion to the employment of the ABM graduates. The implications of this study are to strengthen those factors that they may apply in real work scenarios. Job Orientation Program of school and company policies was proposed to heighten the awareness and foundation of professionalism and decorum. This highlights the improvement of being effective and efficient novice in the field of work. This also serves as notes for their narrative report during the tenure at the office assigned to them.