Administrator/Academic Supervisory Management Professional Development
Administrators/Managers eligible for these funds are those with the job classifications of Administrator or Academic Exempt Supervisory. Classified Exempt Supervisory managers are eligible for Classified Professional Development funds.
The Administrator/Academic Supervisory Management Professional Development Program provides opportunities for Administrators/Managers to attend conferences and workshops and/or to complete college courses.
Eligibility
Administrator/Academic Supervisory Management Professional Development funds are available to employees who have completed the six months probationary status. The Administrator/Academic Supervisory Management Professional Development Program supports the development of:
- Job-related skills and knowledge
- Knowledge and skills for professional advancement
- Work-life balance associated with job performance
Professional Development funds are allocated on a fiscal year basis (July 1 – June 30). Administrators/Managers may request up to $1,000 for conferences/workshops and up to $1,400 for tuition reimbursement per fiscal year. Due to limited funding, applications are approved on a first-come, first-serve basis. Funds must be requested in advance of the conference/workshop/tuition reimbursement opportunity in order to determine fund availability. The professional development amount awarded will be stated at the bottom of the approved application form. Application status will be notified to the applicant by the Cañada College Business Office via email.
Conference/ Workshop Application Process
Please review the SMCCCD Travel Policy for more information on travel: Domestic Travel Policy or International Travel Policy.
Prior to the Conference/Workshop
Administrators/Managers may request up to $1,000 of conferences/workshops reimbursement per fiscal year. Applicants should complete the following steps at least 30 days prior to the conference/workshop:
- Complete the Administrator/ Academic Supervisory Professional Development Application form, including supervisor's signature.
- If requesting an Advance Check, complete the Conference Pre-approval / Advance Form form, including supervisor's signature. Please check the ‘ADVANCE CHECK REQUESTED’ box at the top of the form.
- Submit the signed Professional Development Application form and Conference Pre-approval / Advance Form (if applicable), along with supporting documentation, such as conference agendas, registration fee, lodging cost, travel cost estimates, etc., to Cañada College Business Office at [email protected].
After the Conference/Workshop
Administrators/Managers approved for conference/workshop reimbursement must complete the following steps within 30 days of attendance or completion of the conference/workshop:
- Complete the Statement of Conference Expense form, including supervisor's signature.
Submit the Statement of Conference Expense form and supporting documentation (listed below) to the Cañada College Business Office at [email protected]
- Copy of the approved Professional Development Application form.
- Copy of the Conference Pre-approval / Advance Form (if applicable).
- Itemized original receipts of ALL payments requested for reimbursement for travel, lodging, meals, registration, etc..
- Conference/workshop agenda.
- Map indicating mileage (if applicable).
Tuition Application Process
Administrators/Managers may request up to $1,400 for tuition reimbursement per fiscal year. Applications must also meet the following requirements:
- Coursework must be related to professional development (work-related skills and knowledge) or growth (advancing role within the institution), or part of a college degree program.
- Courses must be taken at an accredited institution.
- Applicant must receive a minimum grade of "C" in the course(s) to receiving reimbursement.
- Reimbursement are for tuition and required textbooks (fees, meals, mileage, and related expenses are not included).
- Applicants participating in the District SMCCCD Pilot Tuition Reimbursement program are not eligible for Cañada Tuition Reimbursement for the same program.
- Applicants are encouraged to discuss their long-term educational/professional development plans with supervisor(s).
Before Your Course(s) Begins
- Obtain supervisor's approval before starting coursework.
- Complete the Administrator/ Academic Supervisory Professional Development Application form, including supervisor's signature.
- Submit the signed professional development application to the Cañada College Business Office at [email protected].
After Completing Your Course(s)
Administrators/Managers approved for Tuition Reimbursement must complete the following steps within 30 days of course completion:
- Complete the Request for Reimbursement form, including supervisor's signature.
- Submit signed reimbursement form, transcripts, and proof of payments to the Cañada College Business Office at [email protected].