5.130 Professional Growth and Development

Policy Number: 5.130

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BACKGROUND/HISTORY

This update modifies language of the original policy adopted in 1991.

SCOPE

All full-time faculty members.

POLICY STATEMENT

Faculty members are required to continue professional growth and may satisfy this requirement by participating in any of the following professional development activities:

1. By successfully seeking additional credentials and/or certifications in a field of study that is relevant to the faculty member’s area of instruction or that benefits the College.
2. By actively participating in a professional higher education organization.
3. By actively participating in the institution's in-service faculty development programs.
4. By participating in the College's community service programs.
5. By conducting approved research.
6. By other work experience, approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Vice President for Academic Affairs and/or the appropriate supervisor are responsible for supervision of this requirement and determining that the necessary professional growth and development requirements are being met on an annual basis.