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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:
  1. 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.
  1. 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
  1. 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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