10.55.1701 CAREER AND VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM DELIVERY STANDARDS (1) In general, a basic program in career and vocational/technical education shall: (a) meet the following conditions: (i) skill development leading to lifelong pursuits; (ii) program development in consultation with an advisory council; and (iii) opportunities for authentic application, work experience, and/or articulation with postsecondary education. (b) include the following practices: (i) foster skill development for employment, advanced training, and lifelong learning; (ii) input from representatives of business and industry; (iii) analysis of skills and knowledge required in paid and non-paid careers; (iv) leadership and character development through participation in career and technical student organizations (CTSOs) ; (v) progression of skills and knowledge from basic to advanced; and (vi) integration of career and vocational/technical competencies with academic knowledge in a contextual setting. History: Sec. 20-2-114, MCA; IMP, Sec. 20-2-121, 20-3-106, 20-7-101, MCA; NEW, 1989 MAR p. 342, Eff. 7/1/89; AMD, 2001 MAR p. 953, Eff. 6/8/01. |