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ACC: A Critical Regional Resource
Economic Development Summit
July 31, 2009
Kirk White, RN, MSNInterim Executive DeanACC Continuing Education
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Role and Mission of Texas Community Colleges
Provide freshman and sophomore general education courses for students choosing to transfer to a four-year college or university.
Provide vocational, technical, and academic courses, including short-term certificate programs, for students wishing to enter the workforce after one or two years.
Provide remedial and compensatory education for students who are not college-ready.
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Facts About Texas Community Colleges
50 community college districts in Texas. 95% of state’s population resides within a community
college service area. All Texas community colleges are open admissions
institutions. A locally-elected board of trustees governs each
community college district. Community colleges provide a gateway to higher
education. In fall 2008, 617,507 college credit students were enrolled in two-year Texas colleges.
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Texas Community Colleges Are Unique
Open Door Admissions Philosophy Commitment to Accessibility Commitment to Affordability Commitment to Diversity Assistance to those not yet “College-Ready”
Foundation Skills/Access Programs(GED, ESL, Adult Basic Education)
Developmental Education
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ACC Overview:Texas Higher Education
Community Colleges Universities Locally-elected board Governor appoints regents Local tax funding No local revenue Board sets tuition/fees State sets tuition/fees Independent agency State agency Single or multiple colleges University systems Geographical service area set
by law
Serve all of state; state approves locations
Regulated by Texas Higher Ed. Coordinating Board
Regulated by Texas Higher Ed. Coordinating Board
Accreditation: SACS Accreditation: SACS
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ACC Facts
Opened in 1973, celebrating 35 years
Seven comprehensive college campuses
Eighth ACC campus opening fall 2010 in Round Rock
Nine regional centers, and two administrative support centers
Enrolls over 35,000 credit students each semester
Enrolls over 13,000 continuing education students annually
College credit transfer students perform as well or better than those who begin at a four-year college or university
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Student Demographics Fall 2008 – credit students
Male 15,9486 (43.3%)
Female 20,312 (56.7%)
Average age 25.4
Full-time students 9,328 (26.1%)
Part-time students 26,470 (73.9%)
Average SCH Hours attempted 13 f/t, 6 p/t
Average class size 22
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Student Intent Spring 2008 – credit students
Earn Credits for Transfer 14,594 47.4%
Earn Associate Degree 7,439 24.15%
New or better job 3,126 10.15%
Personal enrichment 1,436 4.7%
Earn Certificate (< 2 years) 1,431 4.6%
Did Not Respond 2,772 9%
Total 30,798 100%
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Top Ten Transfer Institutions
In order of number of transfers:
1. Texas State University2. UT Austin3. Texas A&M4. UT San Antonio5. University of North Texas6. University of Houston7. Angelo State8. UT Arlington9. Stephen F. Austin/Sam Houston State
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ACC Programsat a Glance
Academic Transfer University Transfer College Connection
Associate Degrees Workforce Training Continuing Education Access Programs
Adult Education for Basic Education, GED, and ESL Developmental Education in Reading, Writing, Math, and
Study Skills Comprehensive Student Support Services
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Types of Programscollege credit certificates and degrees
Associate of Arts (AA) and Associate of Science (AS) Awarded as transfer degrees (2 year) Correspond to first two years of a baccalaureate program
at four-year institutions Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT)
First 2 years of baccalaureate program leading to initial Texas teacher certification
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Leads to employment Certificate options available (1 year)
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Types of Programscontinuing education
Workforce Certificate Programs Awarded as Continuing Education certificate Can be up to one year in duration Typically lead to entry-level workforce position
Workforce Short Term Certification Courses Can be as short as 1 to 2 months Typically lead to industry certification
Professional Development Courses Typically single course, or a brief series of courses Provide focused skills development
Personal Enrichment Courses
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Continuing Educationat a Glance
Community Programs Workforce Development Center
Health Professions Institute High Technology Institute Business and Industry Institute
Teacher Education Customized Training Business Assessment Center
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Workforce Education College Credit
o Applied Technology, Multimedia & Public Serviceo Business Studieso Computer Studies & Advanced Technologyo Health Sciences
Continuing Educationo Workforce Development Center
Health Professions Institute High Technology Institute Business and Industry Institute
o Teacher Educationo Customized Trainingo Business Assessment Center
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Workforce EducationWorkforce EducationCore GoalsCore Goals
Expand access
Maintain affordability
Respond to the needs of business and industry
Expand instructional capacity (Closing the Gaps)
Expand faculty & staff
Enhance student success
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Business & Industry Business & Industry PartnershipsPartnerships
ACC strives to: Maintain strong relationships with local
workforce boards and other area agencies that support student success and employment
Include business and industry in program needs assessments and advisory committees
Draw faculty/instructors directly from industry Involve business and industry in curriculum
development
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Business & Industry Business & Industry PartnershipsPartnerships
ACC strives to:
Share space, equipment and resources to develop new programs
Partner with professional/business associations, and accreditation and regulatory agencies
Respond quickly to emerging industries and technologies
Collaborate on grant-funded projects
Provide customized training to meet business and industry needs
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ACC: THE MOST IMPORTANT RESOURCE IN CENTRAL TEXAS
ACC is a gateway to higher education and training for the majority of people who enter higher education:
Half of all public higher education students are in community colleges Over 70% of all college freshmen are enrolled in community colleges ACC is the largest provider of transfer students to area four-year
institutions ACC students do as well or better than those who begin at a four-year
institution
ACC is the best resource for developing a qualified workforce. ACC is the institution with the greatest potential to enhance social
equity and promote economic development. ACC gives people the knowledge and skills to obtain good jobs,
earn more income, and increase their quality of life.
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