Students already employed may participate in the program to enhance their professional growth and earn course credit.  The job must be curriculum-related and approved by the Co-op Coordinator.

Program Definition

Cooperative Education (Co-op) is an educational program designed to enhance the student's academic knowledge, personal development, and professional preparation by blending the traditional academic function of the College (FTCC) with curriculum related work assignments in industry, business, government, and the community.  Students apply their academic training to practical, paid and non-paid work experiences.  The teaching faculty, Co-op Coordinator, and employing supervisor share in the educational process of the student.  Co-op options are outlined on each Student's Educational Plan.

Research studies have shown that employers prefer to hire college graduates who also have some practical work experience.  Co-op gives students that competitive edge in the job market.