W. Va. Code R. § 135-11-6

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 35, August 30, 2024

Section 135-11-6 - Intent to Plan

6.1. Intent to Plan: An institution must express to the chancellor by a statement of intent to plan a new Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree program at least 120 days prior to the date when the Council considers approval of the new program. Early consultation allows exploration of such fundamental concerns as needs analyses, consistency with institutional mission, resource requirements, and other issues prior to engaging in extensive and detailed planning. Since community and technical college occupational programs or certificates do not require external approvals, no intent to plan request should be filed for these occupational programs or certificates.

The chancellor and staff will review the statement of intent to plan. Consultants may be used when deemed necessary. Approval of requests to plan shall be made by the chancellor.

Authorization to plan a new academic program does not, however, in any way constitute a commitment on the part of the Council to approve the program at such time as the planning is completed and the program approval request is submitted. The authorization indicates that the program is consistent with the mission of the institution. Planning authorization allows the institution to formulate a proposal for establishment of the new program.

6.2. A request to develop a plan should indicate the projected date of submission of the full proposal and the projected date of implementation. It should also include the following:

6.2.1. A statement describing the educational objectives, the relationship of the objectives to the mission of the institution, and any special features or conditions that make the institution a desirable or unique place to initiate such a program.

6.2.2. A brief description of the program.

6.2.3. A statement describing how the institution will assure high quality standards for the program and maintain a continuing assessment of quality.

6.2.4. A statement listing other institutions in West Virginia that offer similar programs.

6.2.5. A statement on what societal, occupational, research, or public service needs will be met, as well as anticipated student demand for the program.

6.2.6. A statement on what additional resources will be needed to offer the program.

W. Va. Code R. § 135-11-6