Policy 6110B

THE OBJECTIVES OF THE INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM

The objectives of the instructional program are stated in the College’s mission statement and Guiding Principles.

The College is a publicly supported comprehensive center for learning, dedicated to providing life-long learning to a diverse and changing society.

In fulfilling its mission, the College is committed to:

  • Provide the opportunity for students to develop, challenge, and enrich their values and beliefs, with diverse opportunities for self-expression and personal development.
  • Provide excellent teaching in:
    • The liberal arts or general education programs for those seeking degrees,
    • The occupational, vocational, and technical programs for those preparing for jobs, or retraining and upgrading their skills,
    • Workforce Training, Continuing education and community service programs for those seeking to broaden their interests or to acquire additional skills, and,
    • The basic and developmental skills programs for those seeking to improve their basic skills.
  • Provide quality support services to enable students to achieve their educational goals.
  • Serve as a resource center for students, citizens, business, industry, government, and other institutions.

See Also:
Policy 7110A Purpose and Mission Statement

Adopted: January 11, 1984
Adopted: October 29, 1987
Revised: October 16, 2014

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