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New Program Proposal (Template 1)

<Insert Program Title>

Offering: ☐Full-time☐Part-time

Tuition:☐MTCU Funded Standard Tuition☐MTCU Funded Additional Cost Recovery

(High Demand Graduate Certificates automatically fall in this category) ☐Non-Funded Cost Recovery

Proposed Start Date: <Insert Date>

Proposal Status:☐Intermediate Stage Proposal ☐Final Stage Proposal

Proposal Presentation Date: <Insert Date>

Document Revision Date: <Insert Date>

Submitted by: <Insert Curriculum Consultant and SME Name>

APPLICATION FORM FOR PROGRAM PROPOSAL

A. Funding Request: This proposal will be sent to the MTCU for Approval for Funding. ☐Yes☐No

B. College Name: Click here to enter College NameC. College Contact(s): Person responsible for this proposal.

Name: Title: Click here to enter text.Telephone: Click here to enter text.E-mail: Click here to enter text.

Name: Click here to enter text.Title: Telephone: E-mail:

D. Proposed Program Title: E. Proposed Credential: Please select one (1).

☐Local Board Approved Certificate ☐Ontario College Certificate ☐Ontario College Diploma ☐Ontario College Advanced Diploma ☐Ontario College Graduate Certificate

F. Program Maps (Appendix A): Please complete and attach the two (2) Program Maps.Form 1- Vocational Program Learning OutcomesForm 2- Essential Employability Skills Outcomes

G. Program Description (Appendix B): Please complete and attach the Program Description Form.

H. Program Curriculum (Appendix C): Please complete and attach the Program Curriculum Form.

I. Regulatory Status Form (Appendix D): Please complete and attach the Regulatory Status Form.

J. Date of Submission to CVS: Click here to enter a date.FOR CVS USE ONLY

K. Date of CVS Response: Click here to enter a date.L. CVS Validation Decision:

☐Proposal Validated. APS Number: Reason: ☐Proposal not Validated. Reason:

M. CVS Signature:

Send the completed form and required appendices to: [email protected]. For detailed information on how to complete the Application Form for Program Proposal, please refer to the Instructions for Submission of Program Proposal document at www.ocqas.org.

2 | P a g eOntario College Quality Assurance Service (OCQAS) CVS Application Form for Program ProposalRevised January 13, 2015

http://www.ocqas.org/

F. PROGRAM MAPS (APPENDIX A): Form 1 - Vocational Program Learning Outcomes

Provincial Vocational Program Outcomes☐ Provincial Program Standard, or ☐ Provincial Program Description MTCU code:

Proposed Program Vocational Learning Outcomes

Add additional rows as required to complete the mapping exercise.


F. PROGRAM MAPS (APPENDIX A): Form 2 – Vocational Program Learning Outcomes Mapping

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X= Taught and/or Assessed Indicate T where the outcome is taught and A for assessed. C= Culminating Performance Indicate C for culminating performance. Ontario College Credential: A minimum of two culminating performances should be identified for each program outcome.Algonquin College Certificate: A minimum of one culminating performance should be identified for each program outcome.

Vocational Learning Outcomes – The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to : <insert outcomes here>


Form 3 – Essential Employability Skills Mapping

CourseNumber

CourseName 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

LEVEL ONE

LEVEL TWO

LEVEL THREE

LEVEL FOUR


G. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION (APPENDIX B)

Program Description Provide 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: first paragraph introduces the program and provides an overview of potential career opportunities; paragraph 2 describes what students will be doing in the classroom; paragraph 3 provides examples of in-class experiences, including unique learning opportunities that will be available in the program; paragraph 4 lists fields of future employment. Success Factors Success factors are attributes of students as they enter the program

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

Proposed Program Vocational Learning OutcomesProvide the list of the proposed program vocational learning outcomes. These outcomes should be listed, verbatim as they appear in Appendix A- Form 1.

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

Admission RequirementsIdentify the Admission Requirements (College and program) for the program.


H. PROGRAM CURRICULUM (APPENDIX C)

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Upon successful completion students will have demonstrated an ability to:

Refer to Data Entry Guidelines when writing course descriptions

Find Gen ED course descriptions, hours etc. here


http://www.algonquincollege.com/gened/course-offerings_17w/

http://www.algonquincollege.com/program-development/files/2013/03/DATA-ENTRY-GUIDELINES-for-GeneSIS-2014-FINAL1.pdf

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Add additional rows as required to complete the curriculum chart.*N – New, E – Existing, R – Revised**Be sure to identify those courses designed to deliver General Education by adding the appropriate letter AND number (ie C2):

C (Core) or E (Elective) AND 1 or 2 or 3 or 4 or 5 (The Theme Area - 1 Arts in Society 2 Civic Life 3 Social and Cultural 4 Personal

Understanding 5 Science and Technology)

General Education Requirement

Program Credential

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


I. REGULATORY STATUS FORM (APPENDIX D)

Please complete the following:

There 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 A below- Mandatory Regulatory Requirements)

There 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 B 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.


A. MANDATORY REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

Where 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:

☐ The college is working toward accreditation with the regulatory authority/ designated third party.Describe current status of application: Expected date of recognition:

☐ 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.


B. RECOGNITION BY VOLUNTARY ASSOCIATION

Colleges 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: Expected date of recognition:

☐ Recognition has been received. Date of recognition: Type of recognition (e.g. accreditation, graduates eligible to write membership exams, etc.):

☐ 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.


Algonquin College Documentation

Section 2.1 Program of Study

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TOTAL LEVEL 6 HOURSHybrid % (minimum 20%)

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Co-op Work Term Option Within Program of Study Co-op work terms are to be designated as optional (not mandatory). 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.

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Section 2.2 Narrative Information for GeneSIS and Publications

Employment Opportunities : <Include specific positions which graduates may be qualified for>

Expenses*: <Include information such as: approximate cost of books/supplies, certification fees, uniform etc.>

Specific Laddering Opportunities:

Additional Information: <Include coordinator contact information and any other specific information that should be highlighted, such as co-op>

* Note: 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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Section 2.3 The Algonquin Experience

<insert program title here>Characteristic Activity

(please describe)1. IntegratedBuilding 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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<insert program title here>Characteristic Activity

(please describe)

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 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.

Note: When presenting to Deans and Directors Council, the Algonquin College Executive Team and Academic and Student Affairs Committee of the Board of Governors be prepared to speak to how the program aligns with the following strategic considerations:

SPSP recommendation, if applicable Demand from an enrolment perspective, program/industry need ‘The Algonquin Experience’ characteristics Digital College (mobile, hybrid, online) Clustering and move towards a Centre of Excellence

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Section 2.4 Needs Assessment

Section 2.4.1 Demonstrated Labour Market Demand or Societal Needs

A 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. A summary of this report is to be included in this proposal.

Section 2.4.2 Applicant Demand

Program 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

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Section 2.5 Program Advisory Committee** The Program Advisory section is not mandatory for Algonquin College Certificates; however it should be included when possible, to provide support for the program**

Section 2.5.1 Membership ** Refer to Policy AA01: Advisory Committees for information/guidelines

<Insert Faculty/School Title><Insert Advisory Committee Title>

MEMBERSHIP LIST

Member Name Occupation and/or Employer Contact Information

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Algonquin College Resource Persons: (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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Section 2.5.2 Program Advisory Committee Minutes

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

Language for formal motion of support:

RESOLUTION:

MOVED and SECONDED: name and namethat the xxxxx Advisory Committee has reviewed the curriculum as presented for the <the program name and certification>, 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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Section 2.6 Resource Demand

Section 2.6.1 Cash Flow Analysis/Equipment Projection

Academic 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.

Section 2.6.2 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.

Section 2.6.3 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

Section 2.7 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 Micheline Kraska, Curriculum Administrator, Academic Development, at [email protected] with the final version of the program proposal.

Section 2.8 Board of Governors (the Board) Briefing NotesObtain template from Nancy Makila, Executive Assistant to the SVPA at ext. 7164 or email: [email protected]

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mailto:[email protected]


Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development Documentation

Section 3 Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development

Please complete ‘TEMPLATE 0 – Request for Approval for Funding’ on the Program Development website. http://www.algonquincollege.com/program-development/templates-and-forms/

Reminders....

VLOs: Include new sustainability Vocational Learning Outcome common to all Algonquin programs.

Mapping: once a culminating performance is indicated for an outcome, there should not be an ‘x’ in a later level for that outcome.

Hybrid: Ensure program is hybrid compliant - minimum 20% program hours delivered online.

Co-op: If the program is intended to include a co-op option, ensure there has been communication with the co-op department. It is important that paid placement opportunities be available to the students.

The Algonquin Experience: All sections must be completed.

Formatting: Do not alter the basic formatting of this document as specific sections are extracted and forwarded to the Ministry and must remain as presented. This document should remain in Arial font. Should you experience formatting difficulties with the completion of this document, please contact Trudy Price, Academic Development, ext. 5342 or [email protected]

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