The SC Service, Work & Learning Center

Is a regional center that supports local and regional partnerships between business, education and the communities in south central Minnesota, as well as developing global options that prepare learners for the workforce by connecting learning to the world of service and work.

• Regional Clearinghouse
• Point of entry for Service Learning at SCC
• Leadership for Carl Perkins & Tech Prep Initiatives
• Partnership Training
• Service Learning Training
• Curriculum Development
• Career Pathways Implementation
• Assistance in Developing Service Learning Sites
• Marketing Assistance
• Resources and Referrals
• Network with state and national agencies
• Development of International Service Learning Options

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Who Benefits

• Students are prepared for the world of work and continued education and gain a deeper understanding of the world and their place in it. Service Learning also helps build self-esteem and community values.
• Business and Industry benefit from a highly skilled workforce -- and thus can better compete in the global economy.
• Schools gain valuable resources from business: mentors, tutors, advisors and use of technology. They also gain up-to-date information and a renewed sense of mission.
• Communities become stronger and more economically sound as the result of a better- prepared, engaged workforce.