2009/2010 Competency-Based Task/Competency List

Tasks/competencies designated by bullets in the left-hand column are considered essential statewide and are required of all students. In some courses, all tasks/competencies have been identified as essential. Tasks/competencies without bullets are considered optional; they and/or additional tasks/competencies may be taught at the discretion of the school division. Tasks/competencies marked with an asterisk (*) are considered sensitive, and teachers should obtain approval by the school division before teaching them.

Please note: Each task number links to additional framework information, including the task definition, SOL correlation, and other related data.

WRS
co-op not available
1 to 36 weeks		 Virginia's Workplace Readiness Skills
TASKS/COMPETENCIES
  Enhancing Workplace Readiness Skills
• 001 Demonstrate reading skills on a level required for employment in a chosen career field.
• 002 Demonstrate math skills on a level required for employment in a chosen career field.
• 003 Demonstrate writing skills on a level required for employment in a chosen career field.
• 004 Demonstrate speaking and listening skills on a level required for employment in a chosen career field.
• 005 Demonstrate computer literacy on a level required for employment in a chosen career field.
• 006 Demonstrate reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• 007 Demonstrate understanding of the "big picture."
• 008 Demonstrate a strong work ethic.
• 009 Demonstrate a positive attitude.
• 010 Demonstrate independence and initiative.
• 011 Demonstrate self-presentation skills.
• 012 Maintain satisfactory attendance.
• 013 Participate as a team member to accomplish goals.