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Mission/Goals
California Community College Mission:
The primary missions of the Colleges are to offer academic
(transfer) and vocational education at the lower division
level for younger and older students, including those persons
returning to school. Another primary mission is to advance
California's economic growth and global competitiveness through
education, training, and services that contribute to continuous
work force improvement and to offer basic skills instruction.
The Mission of CCCAOE:
To provide leadership for occupational education and economic
development professionals involved in workforce development
and the enhancement of California's position within a global
economy.
Goals:
The goals of CCCAOE fall under three broad categories, identified
in the business plan:
- Organization Infrastructure
- Provide a forum for discussion of issues
- Provide for and support the leadership of
the Association
- Insure fiscal stability of the Association
- Liaison with other organizations to maximize
opportunities for members.
- External Operations/Outreach
- Advocate and promote leadership for occupational
education and economic development
- Promote collaborative efforts among public
and private sectors
- Advocate for the needs of occupational education
and economic development
- Promote member involvement in the development
and implementation of policies
- Expand participation of under-represented
students, faculty, administrators, and staff in occupational
education and economic development activities
- Establish effective communication strategies
for CCCAOE
- Growth and Development
- Stimulate innovation and responsiveness
in development and delivery of programs and services
- Disseminate research findings
- Provide for and support the development
of leadership within the Association
CCCAOE objectives and activities are related to each of these
goals. The main activity, the planning and implementation
of two conferences each year, is directed toward accomplishing
these goals.
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