New Program Proposal

<Insert Program Title><Insert Program Credential>

Offering: ☐Full-time☐Part-time

Tuition:☐MTCU Funded Standard Tuition☐MTCU Funded Additional Cost Recovery (High Demand Grad. Cert. fall into this category) ☐Non-Funded Cost Recovery

Proposed Start Date: Click or tap here to enter text.

Proposal Status:Click or tap here to enter text.☐ Intermediate Stage Proposal ☐ Final Stage Proposal

Proposal Presentation Date: Click or tap here to enter text.

Document Revision Date: Click or tap here to enter text.

Contact Information for this proposal:Chair : Click or tap here to enter text.SME: Click or tap here to enter text.Curriculum Consultant: Click or tap here to enter text.

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1. PROGRAM RATIONALEClick or tap here to enter text.

2. VOCATIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES (VLO) – COMPARISON

Provincial VLOs☐Provincial Program Standard or☐Provincial Program DescriptionMTCU Code and Year: Click or tap here to enter text.

Proposed Program VLOs

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3. PROGRAM MAPS3a. Vocational Program Learning Outcome Mapping

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Indicate all that are applicable (T, A, CP) in the above table, mapping to the Vocational Learning Outcomes in the VLO Comparison Table on page 2. T= Taught, A=Assessed, CP= Culminating Performance

NOTE: Ontario College Credential: minimum of two culminating performance for each program outcome.Algonquin College Certificate: minimum of one culminating performance for each program outcome.

Vocational Learning Outcomes – The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to : Insert VLOs here – as indicated in section 2 comparator table

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3b. Essential Employability Skills Mapping

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Indicate all that are applicable (T, A, CP) in the above table, mapping to below EES. T= Taught, A= Assessed, CP= Culminating Performance

Essential Employability Skills: The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:1. Communicate clearly, concisely, and correctly in the written, spoken and visual form that fulfills the purpose

and meets the needs of the audience.2. Respond to the written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.3. Execute mathematical operations correctly.4. Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.5. Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.6. Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems. 7. Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.8. Show respect for the diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others.9. Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the

achievement of goals.10. Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.11. Take responsibility for one’s actions, decisions and consequences.

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3c. Course Descriptions and Course Learning Requirements

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4. PROGRAM INFORMATION

4a. Program DescriptionProvide a brief description of the program, similar to what might be used as, or found in, advertising or a calendar description. Typically this description is 3-4 paragraphs with the following characteristics: headline sentence; first paragraph supports the headline sentence by expanding on and linking to the connection between program learning and employability. It also lists key program benefits; paragraph 2 provides a high-level overview of the skills and knowledge that students develop and highlights interesting program features; paragraphs 3-4 provide details outlining the types of work environments for graduates, and specific industries or sectors where graduates may be employed, rather than specific job titles or careers.

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4b. Success Factors Success factors are attributes of students as they enter the programThis program is well-suited for students who:

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4c. Laddering OpportunitiesProvide a brief description of known laddering into and from the proposed program, e.g. certificate to diploma, diploma to degree, apprenticeship to college, diploma to apprenticeship, college to college, diploma to college degree, etc.

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4d. Occupational Areas Provide a brief description of where it is anticipated graduates will find employment

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4e. Proposed Program Vocational Learning OutcomesProvide the list of the proposed program vocational learning outcomes.

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:1. Insert outcome here2. Insert outcome here3.

4f. Admission RequirementsIdentify College and Program specific requirements. Refer to Click or tap here to enter text.

4g. Work-Integrated LearningIdentify the Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) component(s) of the programClick or tap here to enter text.

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5. ADDITIONAL NARRATIVE INFORMATION FOR GENESIS AND PUBLICATIONS

5a. Employment OpportunitiesInclude specific positions for which graduates may be qualified

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5b. Expenses*Include information such as approximate cost of books/supplies, certification fees, uniform, etc.

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5c. Additional InformationInclude coordinator contact information and any other specific information that should be highlighted, such as co-op (co-op standard language is found here: https://www.algonquincollege.com/coop/cooperative-education-information/ ) Click or tap here to enter text.

The responsibility of entering tuition and incidental fees in GeneSIS resides with the Registrar’s Office (RO). In order for the RO to enter fees, expenses must be entered in GeneSIS and incidental fees communicated to the Manager of Fees.

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6. PROGRAM CURRICULUM/PROGRAM OF STUDYN

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NOTE:*First Column: N =New, E = Existing, R = Revised** Gen Ed Column: Identify General Education courses by adding the appropriate letter AND number (ie C2):

Core/Elective: C (Core) or E (Elective) AND Theme Area: 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 (1 Arts in Society 2 Civic Life 3 Social and Cultural 4 Personal Understanding 5 Science and Technology)

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Co-op Work Term Option Within Program of Study Any eligibility requirements must be clearly specified under additional information (on next page) and students must be informed of the process for pursuing

co-op opportunities. Where optional co-op work terms are offered in the program of study, insert a row to reflect the sequence of delivery. Co-op hours are not calculated in the total program hours. Prior to including optional co-op within the program of study, communication with the Co-op Manager must take place to ensure the program suitability for

co-op. A letter of support from the Co-op Department is required for PRC Final

General Education Requirements by Credential General Education Requirement Algonquin

College Certificate

Ontario CollegeCertificate

Ontario College Diploma& NSDP

Ontario College Advanced Diploma

Ontario College Graduate Certificate

Courses required NA 1 3 3 NACourses that may be mandated NA 1 2 3 NAMinimum Themes learners must cover NA 1 2 2 NAMinimum Themes available to learners NA 1 5 5 NA

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7. REGULATORY STATUS FORM Legislative RequirementThere IS a legislative requirement that program graduates must be certified or licensed by a regulatory authority to practice or work in the occupation

☐ Mandatory recognition of a regulatory authority exists and is being sought.(Please refer to Section 8a below- Mandatory Regulatory Requirements)

Voluntary Licensing/CertificationThere IS a voluntary (i.e., not required by legislation) licensing or certification for entry to practice in the profession or trade.☐ YES☐ NO

☐ Voluntary recognition of a regulatory authority IS being sought. (Please refer to Section 8b below- Recognition by Voluntary Association)

☐ Voluntary recognition is NOT being sought*.Please explain why: Click here to enter text.

*Note: There may be titling implications for programs that are not seeking recognition in an area where existing programs have secured recognition.

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7a. Mandatory Regulatory RequirementsWhere licensing or certification is required by legislation for entry to practice in the profession or trade, the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities requires that colleges ensure that their programs will meet the requirements of the regulatory body in order to be approved for funding.

Name of regulatory authority: Status (please select ALL that apply)

☐ Accreditation or approval by the regulatory authority / designated third party received. Date of recognition: Click or tap to enter a date.

☐ The college is working toward accreditation with the regulatory authority/ designated third party.

Describe current status of application:

Expected date of recognition: Click or tap to enter a date.

☐ The regulatory authority does not accredit educational programs directly or through designated third party. Formal acknowledgement (e.g. in its published or legislated registration requirements) that the program graduates will be eligible to write any required certifying or registration exam(s) or that the program is otherwise recognized for the purposes of certifying or registering a graduate is being sought.

Please submit an acknowledgement and/or evidence from the regulatory authority regarding the status of the recognition.

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7b. Recognition by Voluntary AssociationColleges may choose to have a program accredited or recognized by a voluntary membership organization or association. Graduate eligibility for association recognition or adherence to standards imposed by the body is a recommendation and not a requirement for program funding approval by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.

Name of voluntary association:

Status (please select ALL that apply)

☐ The college is working toward recognition.

Describe current status of application: Click or tap here to enter text.

Expected date of recognition: Click or tap to enter a date.

☐ Recognition has been received.

Date of recognition: Click or tap to enter a date.

Type of recognition (e.g. accreditation, graduates eligible to write membership exams, etc.): Click or tap here to enter text.

☐ The association does not recognize educational programs directly or through designated third party. Formal recognition (e.g. in its published requirements) that the program graduates will be eligible to write any required certifying or registration exam(s) or that the program is otherwise recognized for the purposes of certifying or registering a graduate is being sought.

Please submit an acknowledgement and/or evidence from the regulatory authority or voluntary association regarding the status of the recognition.

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8. The Algonquin ExperienceDescribe how this program encompasses each characteristic of the Algonquin Experience

1. Integrated Building on existing connections already in place, expand Algonquin’s partnerships with local businesses and community organizations across all College programs to ensure the relevance of programming and optimal job preparedness of graduates. These connections focus on expanding applied research activities to involve a greater number of programs, students, faculty and partners, leveraging provincial funding to expand apprenticeship and, enhancing business representation on advisory committees for relevant input to program curricula.

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2. ExperientialIn tandem with integration efforts, expand student involvement in the community through enhanced opportunities for co-operative education, field work, field or clinical placement, service learning, simulation exercises, international learning opportunities, and volunteerism.

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3. Technologically AdvancedEnhance the tools of learning and modes of delivery available to students, including increasing the number courses delivered in the hybrid (online/in-class) format across all programs and introducing a virtual (i.e., online) campus that offers students in Ontario and around the world greater, more flexible access to Algonquin programs.

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4. ConnectedIncrease the number of interprofessional educational opportunities across the College to offer students a greater amount of interdisciplinary exposure as a reflection of the evolving workplace.

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5. GlobalIncrease the number of international work and study exchange opportunities available to students across all programs to ensure students are fully prepared to operate in the global marketplace and comfortable interacting with other cultures. In addition, embed internationalization learning outcomes into College curricula.

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6. SustainableAs a good corporate citizen, embed sustainability into College programming itself and, where applicable, into learning outcomes.

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7. FlexibleTransform the College’s approach to programming to ensure it is more consistently relevant to industry trends and student demand, for example, by offering an expanded range of degree programs developed in collaboration with universities, and more graduate certificate options. Facilitate laddering from one program to another for existing students so they can easily advance their educations. Ensure also that programs are planned and

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structured in a way that reflects the experience Algonquin intends to offer all students, and adopt greater flexibility in program planning to maximize space usage, expand learning timetable and increase the number of intake periods.

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9. Program Advisory CommitteeThe Program Advisory section is not mandatory for Algonquin College Certificates; however it should be included when possible, to provide support for the program. Refer to Policy AA01: Advisory Committees for information/guidelines

9a. Program Advisory Committee Membership

Faculty/Department Name: Click or tap here to enter text.

Advisory Committee Name: (Program/ Program Cluster): Click or tap here to enter text.

MEMBERSHIP LISTMember NameInclude email and telephone

Occupation and/or Employer Related Credentials

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(as stated in Policy AA01 Section 3, ‘College staff and students may serve as resource persons to the Advisory Committees but have no voting rights.’)

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9b. Program Advisory Committee Minutes

Insert any relevant Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes in this section. Ensure that a recent formal motion of support recommending the new program has been included.

The language for formal motion of support is as follows:

RESOLUTION:

MOVED by [insert name] and SECONDED by [insert name]THAT the [insert program name] Ad hoc Program Advisory Committee has reviewed the curriculum as presented for the [insert program name], [insert credential level], supports the need for this program in the community, and recommends this program for approval to the Algonquin College Executive Team and to the Board of Governors.

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10. NEEDS ASSESSMENT

10a. Demonstrated Labour Market Demand or Societal NeedsA study to demonstrate labour market demand will be commissioned by Academic Development when a program is approved for development at Initial Scoping by Deans and Directors Council. Include a summary of this report is to be included in this section.

10b. Applicant DemandProgram developers are to identify similar or comparable programs in the province. Applicant demand data for these programs will be captured from OCAS data obtained by Academic Operations and Planning. Include relevant information in this section.

11. RESOURCE DEMAND

11a. Cash Flow Analysis/Equipment ProjectionAcademic Operations and Planning (AOP) should be contacted at the beginning of the undertaking of the cash flow analysis for assistance in completing the form; which will be subsequently submitted at the Final Level of program development.

11b. Library RequirementsContact Manager, Library to schedule a meeting with a librarian to complete and assessment to quantify the start-up and possible annual learning resource material requirements. Include the Library Impact Statement in this section the completed form providing evidence of consultation and Library recommendations. Ensure that any resource allocation requirements are reflected in the cash flow analysis.

11c. Other Resource RequirementsFor example: Technology requirements such as specialized software or any infrastructure needs Cooperative Education: Identify number of students each term/number of placement required

11d. Program Update/Creation FormThe Program Update/Creation Form (PUF) can be downloaded from the Registrar’s Office web page. This form is to be submitted to the Curriculum Administrator, Academic Development with the final version of the program proposal.

11e. Board of Governors (the Board) Briefing NotesObtain template from the Senior Executive Assistant to the Senior Vice President Academic

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