Educational Programs Committee
AFFILIATED DEPARTMENT, OFFICE
Academic Affairs
CONTACT EPC
Educational Programs Committee
Academic Affairs Office
The Educational Programs Committee (EPC) is a standing committee of the Steering Committee.
Purpose Statement
The purpose of EPC is to facilitate discussion regarding the comprehensive educational
program offered at Citrus College. The committee reviews the implementation of instruction
and instructional support areas of the Educational and Facilities Master Plan. The
committee reviews comprehensive program reviews for instruction and academic support.
The committee responds to accreditation recommendations and actionable improvement
plans, implementing changes as necessary. (ACCJC Standards 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3,
2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 2.9, 3.4, 3.9, 4.1, 4.2 and 4.3)
The committee reviews policies and procedures for enrollment management, major general education and graduation requirements and program implementation/discontinuance.
The committee ensures career/technical education programs meet regional criteria for approval, monitors the inventory of approved programs and assures that certificates are in compliance with state and/or national requirements.
The committee supports online education, honors transfer and other educational and support programs. In addition, the committee strives to promote communication and collaboration regarding educational programs among instruction, student services and associated students.
2024/2025 Responsibilities
- Review, update and create academic affairs board policies and administrative procedures
- Analyze the Educational and Facilities Master Plan and align implementation with related sections of the Strategic Plan
- Support implementation of actionable improvement plans related to academic programs and services
- Confirm accuracy of inventory of approved programs
- Facilitate open dialogue regarding budget challenges and impact on instructional programs.
Support programmatic changes resulting from Guided Pathways implementation.
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