Types of CBLEs
A wide array of CBLEs provides students with a continuum of experiences that meet them where they are. This continuum of activities supports the "Know, Explore, Plan, Go" stages of Wisconsin’s ACP process.
- Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
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Definition: Students participate in specific student organizations (DECA, FBLA, FCCLA, FFA, HOSA, and SkillsUSA) that integrate directly with CTE programs to build technical, leadership, and teamwork skills.
ACP Process: Explore, Plan, Go
- Career Fair
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Definition: Students meet with multiple employers and postsecondary training partners to learn about a variety of career paths.
ACP Process: Know, Explore
- Career Mentoring
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Definition: Students receive ongoing support and guidance from a career-focused adult on career development activities such as resume reviews, e-portfolios, mock interviews, or networking.
ACP Process: Plan, Go
- Career-Related Out-of-School Activities
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Definition: Students participate in other career-themed clubs and competitions.
ACP Process: Explore, Plan, Go
- Career-Related Project
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Definition: Students work with an industry mentor on a real-world problem.
ACP Process: Know, Explore, Plan
- Career-Related Volunteering or Service Learning
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Definition: Students build career skills and awareness while helping others.
ACP Process: Know, Explore, Plan
- Classroom Speaker
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Definition: Students engage in their classroom with an employer or industry partner who shares career insights.
ACP Process: Know, Explore
- Company Tour
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Definition: Students (and/or educators) visit a workplace to observe careers in action.
ACP Process: Know, Explore
- Informational Interview
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Definition: Students interview professionals to learn about a career path.
ACP Process: Explore
- Job Shadow
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Definition: A student follows an employee through a typical day to better understand a career of interest.
ACP Process: Explore