Delaware Technical & Community College
Campuses Dover Georgetown Stanton Wilmington

COLLEGE EFFECTIVENESS & PLANNING:
Expanded Mission Statement


Approved by the Board of Trustees April 6, 2004

MISSION

Delaware Technical & Community College is a statewide multi-campus community college committed to providing open admission, post-secondary education at the associate degree level. The College offers comprehensive educational opportunities including career, general, developmental and transfer education, lifelong learning, workforce education and training, and community services.

The College believes in the practical value of higher education as a means of economic and personal advancement. The College respects and cares for students as individuals and as members of diverse groups, and supports their aspirations for a better life.

GOALS

The College will achieve its mission through these goals:

1. Academic programs will prepare students for successful employment upon completion and transfer to a senior institution.

2. Developmental education will prepare students in math and English to be successful in entry level College program courses and occupational skills training.

3. Occupational skills training will prepare students with basic job skills to enter the labor market and to continue their education through degree programs.

4. Continuing professional development programs for business and the professional community will support a competitive workforce by providing education and training to advance career skills, and earn/retain certifications.

5. Programs, activities, and services will maximize the benefits of diversity by teaching students to understand multiple perspectives and effectively function in diverse groups.

6. Community services and programs will provide personal enrichment opportunities and promote lifelong learning.

7. Administrative and educational support services will provide an environment conducive to student learning.

8. College and partnership resources will be obtained and utilized to advance the College Mission and Goals.




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