MHF's SimuEmploy curriculum introduces high school students to the working world, this curriculum provides the knowledge and insight necessary to compete in today’s challenging job market. Information provided in SimuEmploy is designed to help students investigate careers as they apply to personal interests and abilities, develop skills and job search documents needed to enter the workforce, explore the rights of workers and traits of effective employees, and address the importance of professionalism and responsibility as careers change and evolve. SimuEmploy curriculum includes modules and lessons that comprehensively address successful preparation, entry, and navigation of the Employee Life Cycle.
Learning Objectives:
Students will achieve the following objectives by completing this curriculum:
- Evaluate the business cycle and determine its effect on employment
- List components of a job application and explain how to complete it properly.
- Describe rules and procedures for maintaining a safe work environment and explain how to respond effectively to workplace emergencies.
- Explain the importance of good communication skills in the workplace and identify methods for improving.
- Summarize how technology is transforming the workplace.
Modules and Lessons Sequence
The units of
study are listed below:
Module 1: Introduction to the Workplace
- Lesson 1: Defining Important Skills for the Workplace
- Lesson 2: Workplace Dynamics
- Lesson 3: Understanding the Employment Landscape
- Lesson 4: Workplace Laws and Histories
- Lesson 5: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity in the Workplace
- Lesson 6: Introduction to the Employee Life Cycle
Module 2: Using Inventories to Prepare
for the Workplace
- Lesson 1: Analyzing Employment Ambitions
- Lesson 2: Non-Traditional Career Paths
- Lesson 3: What Are Your Career Interests?
- Lesson 4: Analyzing the Way You Learning
- Lesson 5: Soft Skill Matching and Team Dynamics
Module 3:
Exploring the Attraction
Phase
- Lesson 1: Developing a Resume and Cover Letter
- Lesson 2: Developing an e-Portfolio
- Lesson 3: Social Media Etiquette
- Lesson 4: Preparing for an Interview
Module 4: Exploring the Recruitment
Phase
- Lesson 1: How Much Do You Need to Make?
- Lesson 2: Understanding Job Descriptions
- Lesson 3: Job Searching and Applicant Tracking Systems
- Lesson 4: Completing a Job Application
Module 5: Exploring the Onboarding
Phase
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Human Resources
- Lesson 2: Analyzing An Employment Offer
- Lesson 3: Pre-Employment Clearances and Background Checks
- Lesson 4: Completing Onboarding Paperwork
- Lesson 5: New Employee Orientation
- Lesson 6: Understanding Organizational Governance
- Lesson 7: Compensation and Benefit Packages
- Lesson 8: Employee Programs
Module 6: Exploring the Learning and
Development Phase
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Learning Management Systems
- Lesson 2: Developing a Career Ladder Plan
- Lesson 3: Creating a Professional Development Plan
- Lesson 4: Understanding Employee Contributions
- Lesson 5: Understanding Organizational Policies
Module 7: Exploring the Performance Management Phase
- Lesson 1: Analyzing Chain of Command
- Lesson 2: Organizational Communication and Goal Setting
- Lesson 3: Performance Evaluations and Improvement Plans
- Lesson 4: Employee Discipline
- Lesson 5: Grievances and Conflict Resolution
- Lesson 6: Analyzing Workplace Culture through Surveys
Module 8: Exploring the Retention Phase
- Lesson 1: Employee Wellness and Work-Life Balance
- Lesson 2: Bonuses, Raises, and Performance Pay
- Lesson 3: Promotions and Demotions
- Lesson 4: Employee Recognition
- Lesson 5: Mentorship Programs
Module 9: Exploring the Separation Phase
- Lesson 1: Preparing to Separate Employment
- Lesson 2: Employment Transfers
- Lesson 3: Employment References and Networking
- Lesson 4: Exiting Employment
Module 10: Transition into Adulthood Planning
- Lesson 1: Developing a Transition Plan
- Lesson 2: School-to-Work Resource Transfer
- Lesson 3: Budgeting and Finances
- Lesson 4: Employment and Post Secondary Education/Training