22. Local business and industry utilize the innovative training available at NCCCS. In 2006-07, over 30 thousand workers participated in over 600 classes. BioNetwork is used by 20 colleges in order to offer training in the pharmaceutical & biomanufacturing Industry. There are over 200 courses which would lead to the certification or recertification required by outside agencies. The Career Start program available on 31 campuses provides job placement and training. It bridges the gap between education and job skills. 11,242 students used this program in 2006-07. In 2006, 84,310 unemployed workers received skills training through the Human Resource Development program.
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Editor's Notes
The North Carolina Community College System is made up of 58 campuses, 28 mini-campuses and 74 off-campus sites serving all 100 counties within the state. This translates to classes being held only a 30-minute drive away from any given student, outside of “distance learning.” “ There are more than 1,000 curriculum programs under more than 250 curriculum titles offered across the state. Programs are offered at the certificate, diploma and associate degree levels. New programs are established as a response to local and regional labor market needs and student demand.” http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/News_Releases/GetTheFacts.htm
Currently, the NCCCS enrolls about 800,000 students in comparison to the University System of North Carolina which, as of Fall 2009, serves 176,133 undergraduate students and 46,189 graduate students. There are also over 60 of proprietary business/technical/trade/correspondence private colleges in North Carolina, including ECPI College of Technology, ITT Technical Institute, Universal Technical Institute (which includes NASCAR Tech), Miller-Mote Technical College and The Art Institutes of Raleigh-Durham and Charlotte. The State Board of Community Colleges is in charge of licensing these programs via Article 8 of the North Carolina General Statutes (115D). Sources: http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/Proprietary_Schools/docs/Directory_Proprietary_Schools_2008_2009.pdf http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/External_Affairs/History/history.htm
The underlying reason to develop the Community College system was to support economic growth and prosperity through education. Each institution within the system offers certificate, diploma and associate degree programs. There are also very clearly defined programs for college transfer, as well as job training, literacy and continuing education opportunities. Source: http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/External_Affairs/History/history.htm
In April 2009, the report based on the Study on the Admission of Undocumented Students was published. Current policy has only three types of students who may be admitted: 1) high school students who had been dual enrolled, 2) participants in non-college level course (e.g., GED) and 3) those who can provide proper documentation as defined under Federal Law , 8 U.S.C. §1641. Source: NCCCS Fact Book, 2005, p.62 http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/Reports/undocumented%20students/Study%20on%20the%20Admission%20of%20Undocumented%20Students.pdf
Occupational and ConEd coursework is also available for “distance learning” opportunities. In 2006-2007, approximately 45,000 students were enrolled in such classes. This enrollment was a 34% increase in this type of instruction from the previous instructional year. Sources: http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/successstories/story.aspx?story=542 http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/pr/newsreleases/GetTheFacts.htm
These programs are provided tuition-free and are offered in order to keep the typical high school student on a path toward postsecondary education. Sources: http://www.rockymounttelegram.com/news/early-college-high-schools-transform-education-19000
Employment within the NCCCS is 1-12 months in length. The definition of FT, Less-Than-FT and PT faculty is determined by each individual college. Source: http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/Statistical_Reports/collegeYear2008-2009/docs/Anntbl80-2009.pdf
I was surprised by the high numbers of Faculty and Senior Administration who did not have a Doctorate of any kind. This realization indicates that once I have achieved my master’s my career opportunities should increase greatly if I consider moving into a community college system. Source: http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/Statistical_Reports/collegeYear2008-2009/docs/Anntbl78-2009.pdf
The website offers resources for all educators, K-20. It includes user videos available to explain the website in detail. There is also instruction on the Blackboard Integration system, the preferred course management program. Source: http://www.explorethelor.org/ccfaculty_profile.html
Ten members are appointed by the Governor, four members are elected by the State Senate, four more by the State House. The Lt. Governor and the State Treasurer are considered ex officio members, as well as the current president or vice president of the North Carolina Comprehensive Community College SGA. Board meetings occur at least ten times a year. A Chair is elected by the members to serve as leader and is responsible for projecting proper guidance. Source: NCCCS Fact Book, Section 1-Pages 7 and 8
Source: NCCCS Fact Book, Section 1-Page7
The local board of trustees sets policy for its given college. It elects the college president, contingent on approval by the State Board. *Often, faculty decisions are made by a committee with presidential input. Source: http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/Publications/docs/Publications/fb2008.pdf (pp, 7-8)
The formula for disbursement of state funds to the separate colleges is found in Section 2D.0300 of the North Carolina Administrative Code. Source: NCCCS Fact Book, Section 1 – Page 9
Source: National Association of State Budget Officers, State Expenditure Report – Table12, p. 23, also Table 48, p.83 http://www.nasbo.org/Publications/StateExpenditureReport/tabid/79/Default.aspx
Additional fees are applicable and vary by program. Source: http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/Stu_Dev_Services/
Citing tuition and fees listed within the 16 institutions of the University of North Carolina System, costs are significantly higher. In comparison, a FT student at an NCCCS institution would pay approximately $1,300/year in tuition & fees. Source: http://www.northcarolina.edu/finance/tuition/2009-10_UG_tuition_fees.pdf
The latest Strategic and Marketing Plans for Career & Technical Education was adopted in July of 2009. Source: http://www.ncpublicschools.org/docs/cte/perkins/fiveyearplan.pdf http://www.dpi.state.nc.us/docs/statesuperintendent/office/commissions/meetings/20091029/nc-cte-strategicplan.pdf
Special populations such as the homeless, learning disabled adults, and adults in correctional facilities. GED programs offer preparation for the five tests that would certify the individual has attained high school equivalency skills. Source: http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/Basic_Skills/index.html
The above website will allow a student to look up credits by community college or by intended four-year institution. Agreements were first established in 1997. Sources: http://www.northcarolina.edu/aa/articulation/index.htm
For transfer credit, a minimum grade of C must be received. Also, the number of hours is limited to 64. Source: http://www.northcarolina.edu/aa/articulation/CAA_Brochure_Final_03.2006-1.pdf
Meetings are scheduled three times a year to review coursework and the possible transfer thereof. Source: http://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/Programs/comprehensive_a_a.htm
