Continuing Education

Administrative Procedure: 275

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Background
Learning is a life-long process and the provision of appropriate continuing learning opportunities can enhance the personal development of community members of all ages and the quality of community life.

Procedures

1. Within the limitations of provincial legislation, the District shall operate a Continuing Education department which will focus upon:
1.1 Programs that offer the community cultural, recreational, academic and vocational opportunities;
1.2 Programs, in cooperation with other agencies, organizations and institutes, which address community needs and interests;
1.3 Coordination and promotion of the effective community use of District facilities.

2. Sources of funds for Continuing Education programs are fees, government grants, funded programs by government and other agencies, and rental charges.

3. Fees, rental charges and salary rates will be set with due consideration for market conditions and the self-supporting nature of the operation.

4. Continuing Education programs and operations will be integrated to as great a degree as possible with other District operations.

Reference: Sections 22, 65, 85 School Act

Revised: May 2013

Procedure 275