Academic Program Proposal

Date Proposal Activated	Institution and Proposal	Degree Awarded	Academic Program Name	Objection Deadline	MHEC Final Action	Final Decision Date
	Garrett College Proposal	Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)	Professional & Technical Studies	2/7/2024	Approved	2/13/2024
Professional & Technical Studies Program Description
The A.A.S. in Professional &amp; Technical Studies is designed for students who plan to enter the workforce immediately upon graduation. The availability of this program will offer advantages for students including a career-ladder opportunity for students who begin their coursework in Continuing Education and Workforce Development (CEWD) and decide to continue their studies; a reduction of tuition costs for Garrett County high <br>school graduates who take advantage of the Garrett County Scholarship Program; and increased employment opportunities for graduates in Garrett County, regionally and nationally. The proposed substantial modification to the course design of the Professional &amp; Technical Studies A.A.S. clearly defines a pathway for students to either complete credit courses and workforce programming simultaneously or to complete a workforce program and then begin credit coursework. Utilizing a set of core courses of introduction to business, leadership development and industry field experience, the degree provides <br>students with technical certifications an opportunity to build stackable credentials of “soft skills” as identified by local employers.
	American University Proposal	Masters of Arts (M.A.)	Teaching	8/30/2024
Teaching Program Description
Grow your skills as an educator and broaden your perspective. Our MA in teaching is designed for those who have a bachelor's in another field and want to obtain a teaching license. No previous training or teaching is required. Specialize in one of four tracks: elementary education, early childhood education, secondary education or ESOL.