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The Community College Services Unit was established in 1966 with the passing of the Community College Act. Over the years, a partnership has been formed between the office and community colleges throughout the state. The major purpose of the office is to provide technical assistance to those
community colleges
receiving Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology grants. These funds provide the community colleges* within the state the opportunity to improve occupational programs by supporting professional development activities, purchasing up-to-date equipment, improving curriculum, and providing support services. The major thrust of this federal legislation is to help students prepare for employment in current or emerging occupations requiring less than a bachelor's degree.
Staff members work continuously with individual colleges, the
Michigan Community College Association
as well as several statewide committees and organizations to ensure the development of the academic, occupational, and technical skills of community college students who elect to enroll in occupational education programs. The unit has been instrumental in supporting the development of the Michigan Technical Education Centers. It has also been active in supporting state-wide conferences and workshops that focus upon community college issues. As the role of the community college, itself, has expanded over the years in a continuous effort to strengthen
Michigan's workforce
, so has the role of the Community College Services Unit.
The work being done by community colleges throughout the State often goes unrecognized. This part of the website highlights the good work that is being done every day at Michigan community colleges. Please click on the Best Pratice Series icon to view
the best practices that have been hightlighted since 2005. Given time and resources, all colleges will eventually be represented since each has something valuable and unique to offer.
To contact Staff of the Community College Services Unit please click
here
.
*Three universities [Ferris State, Northern Michgian University, Lake Superior State Univesrity and 1 tribal college (Bay Mills) which serve a community college function also receive Perkins Grants.
Related Links
Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Act
Data on Michigan Community Colleges
Enrollments in Michigan Community Colleges
Awards Conferred by Michigan Community Colleges
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