Dual Enrollment Administrative Handbook, August 2019
Dual Enrollment Program
Administrative Handbook For
High School Teachers
Administrators
MCC Faculty
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Table of Contents
Welcome and Introduction
About MCC
MCC Dual Enrollment Program
Accreditations and MCC Schools
Administrative Overview
College Policies and Dual Enrollment
o FERPA o Attendance o Materials o Academic Honesty o Prerequisites, Registration, and Grades o Enrollment Closure o Drop for non-payment o Requesting a Transcript o Course Cancellation o Withdrawal
Service Area and Out of County High Schools
MCC Schools
Establishing a Dual Enrollment Course at Your High School
High School Teacher Certification
Role of High School Primary Contact and Role of the High School Teacher
Role of the MCC Faculty Liaison and Site Visits
Glossary of College Terms
Appendix A (List of Approved Courses), Appendix B (High School Teacher
Requirements)
Dual Enrollment Contract available online or at the end of this handbook.
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onroe Community
College’s Dual Enrollment
Program works with high
schools to provide college
credit courses to students. The
Dual Enrollment office facilitates
communication between high
schools and the college to create
partnerships for a common purpose
of preparing students for success
beyond high school.
This Administrative Handbook is a
tool I know will be a valuable
resource for all involved in Dual
Enrollment. As a partner, MCC
values educational excellence and
sharing information.
This handbook helps clarify roles
and responsibilities, outline the
structure of Dual Enrollment, and
facilitates the forging of strong,
long-term partnerships.
The Dual Enrollment Program is
another way MCC inspires students
every day.
Sincerely,
Mary Méndez Rizzo
Dual Enrollment Coordinator
M
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Inspiring since 1961.
Innovation has always been at the heart
of Monroe Community College. For more
than 50 years, we’ve evolved to meet the
ever-changing needs of our students and
our community. We’ve developed new
and exciting degree programs, created
unique educational and workforce
initiatives, and built contemporary urban
and suburban campus facilities.
Monroe Community College was
established in 1961 under founding
chairman, Samuel J. Stabins, M.D. MCC’s
first Board of Trustees comprised
Rochester’s leading professionals in
business, health care, education and law
as appointed by Monroe County and New
York State. That same year, MCC was
established as a member of the State
University of New York (SUNY) System.
Carrying on the vision of our founders,
MCC continues to provide a quality
education at an affordable price. Today,
we offer more than 100 outstanding
academic programs taught by award-
winning faculty members for a much
lower cost than private colleges. That’s
what has made MCC a smart choice for
half a century. Since 1961, nearly half a
million people have been inspired by
MCC. We hope to continue our traditions
of innovation and value for many years to
come.
College Vision
Monroe Community College will be the
nationally recognized leader in
championing equity, opportunity,
innovation, and excellence while
transforming students’ lives and
communities.
Mission
Monroe Community College, through
access to affordable academic programs,
leads excellence and innovation in higher
education, inspires diverse students to
transform their lives and communities,
drives regional economic development,
and builds global engagement and
understanding.
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MCC Dual Enrollment
Program
Since 1995 Monroe Community College
has partnered with local school districts
to enhance academic opportunities and
college accessibility. Initially known as
the Tech Prep Program where the focus
was on technical and trade courses, the
program grew to include academic as well
as technical courses, and in 2001 became
known as the Dual Credit program.
Staying true to the main objective, the
program strives to provide opportunities
for students to earn college credit while in
high school and get a jump-start on their
college and career trajectory.
Through the years, the program has
expanded throughout Monroe county and
Genesee, Ontario, Orleans, Livingston, and
Wayne counties. With over 70 courses
(Appendix A) and more than 50 high
school and BOCES partners, the program
is one of the largest concurrent
enrollment programs in New York State.
In 2012, the program adopted the name
Dual Enrollment to more accurately
reflect the philosophy of the program:
that students are engaging in college level
work, expectations and rigor by enrolling
in a college course while enrolled in high
school.
Program Vision
Monroe Community College and area
school districts working together to
support high school student development
toward college and career success.
Purpose
The Dual Enrollment program values
academic excellence, collaboration, and
information sharing. Our purpose is to
promote partnerships with schools and
districts to share curricula and high-
impact practices, introduce students to
college culture, and help prepare high
school students for post-secondary
opportunities at MCC.
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Accreditations
MCC is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the unit of the
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools that accredits degree-granting colleges
and universities in the Middle States region, which includes Delaware, District of Columbia,
Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands.
Curricula are registered and approved by the New York State Department of Education and
the State University of New York.
The MCC Dual Enrollment program is accredited through the National Alliance of
Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP). NACEP works to ensure that college
courses taught by high school teachers are as rigorous as courses offered on the sponsoring
college campus. As the sole accrediting body for concurrent enrollment partnerships,
NACEP helps colleges adhere to the highest standards so students experience a seamless
transition to college and teachers benefit from meaningful, ongoing professional
development. NACEP quality standards can be found here:
http://www.nacep.org/docs/accreditation/NACEP_Standards_2017.pdf .
Finally, MCC is a member of the League for Innovation in the Community College. The
League provides direction and leadership for experimentation and innovation in two-year
colleges. Its members are recognized as the best community colleges in the United States
and Canada.
Schools at MCC
In Fall 2016, MCC instituted degree pathways which clarify the specific coursework needed
to complete MCC degrees / certificates. All students, including “undecided” and those
wishing to complete only their “Liberal Arts” classes, are matriculated into a pathway. Each
pathway is housed in an academic home or “School”. The seven (7) MCC schools are:
Many Dual Enrollment courses are part of a pathway leading to an MCC degree or certificate. To learn more about MCC Schools and career pathways visit www.monroecc.edu/schools.
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Administrative Overview
This section of the Administrative Guide will serve to outline the various processes
involved in Dual Enrollment. By sharing these “behind the scenes” processes, we hope to
increase transparency and understanding.
What is Dual Enrollment?
Dual Enrollment is an MCC course:
Offered at a high school location during the regular school day,
With a high school teacher whose background is similar to an on-campus adjunct,
The course runs concurrently with a high school class (is embedded in the high
school class format),
And counts as BOTH credit toward high school graduation as well as credit toward
an MCC certificate or degree.
The Monroe Community College Dual Enrollment program is one of the largest in New York
State.
34 School Districts, 6 Counties
400 High School Teachers
Superintendents, Principals, Building
Administrators
Students (approximately4,500 per year)
80 MCC Faculty
Parents, Guardians, Advocates
MCC Dual Enrollment program
Accreditors, College Administrative Offices, and Faculty Contract
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Length of Dual Enrollment courses
Dual Enrollment Calendar
Some high school classes run for half year
and others run the full academic year. There
are three possible terms (or semesters) for
Dual Enrollment courses: Fall only, Spring
only, and full-year.
Approximate term lengths are:
Fall only – begins in September and runs
through January.
Spring only – begins in February and runs
through June.
Full year – begins in September and runs
through June.
August – Dual Enrollment promotional materials are delivered to schools. Schools disseminate to teachers, classrooms, and families. A preview of courses offered at each school is available online.
September – registration opens for Fall and full-year courses. An email confirmation is sent to the student and parent email provided. Within one week of registration, student is mailed an account activation letter with information required to activate MCC student account, apply for scholarships, and pay the bill online. High school teachers can access rosters online which show the students that have registered for college credit. October – registration closes. Scholarships are processed and applied to the bill for award winners. Students are mailed an official college bill. During this month, student payment activity is monitored. Automatic calls and mail are used to remind / encourage payment. Low enrolled courses may be cancelled. When courses are cancelled the Dual Enrollment office sends an email to the teacher and faculty liaison. Also during October, the Dual
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Enrollment office begins planning for Spring semester courses. Dual Enrollment staff are available for high school Open House/Parent Nights. November – Dual Enrollment tuition is due. Students with unpaid bills will be “de-scheduled” or dropped from the MCC roster. There is no academic or financial penalty for students that are dropped. Students may remain in the class for high school credit only. Faculty liaisons may conduct class visits.
December – faculty liaisons facilitate exams (midterm and finals) and conduct class visits. Students receive an electronic evaluation via email of their Fall course. Spring course schedule is finalized and is available for “preview” on the Dual Enrollment webpage.
January – Fall course withdrawals are due in early January. Dual Enrollment promotional materials for Spring classes are delivered to schools. Fall course final grades are due in late January. Dual Enrollment staff members are available for high school curriculum planning night presentations.
February – registration opens for Spring courses. An email confirmation is sent to the student and parent email provided. Within one week of registration, student is mailed an account activation letter with information required to log in to the MCC student account and pay the bill online. High school teachers and MCC faculty liaisons are emailed weekly rosters to show which students have registered for the college course. Registration will close by the middle of the month. Sections with low enrollment may be cancelled. Faculty liaisons continue communication with partner teachers and may conduct class visits. Fall grades are available online via student portal.
March – Scholarships are processed and applied to the Spring bill for award winners. Students are mailed an official college bill. During this month, student payment activity is monitored and automatic calls and post mail are used to remind / encourage payment. Also during March, the Dual Enrollment office begins planning courses for next academic year. Schools are contacted and asked for details needed to build the schedule. Faculty may conduct class visits.
April – Dual Enrollment tuition is due. Students with unpaid bills will be “de-scheduled” or dropped from the MCC roster. There is no academic or financial penalty for students that are dropped. Students can remain in the class for high school credit only. Faculty may conduct class visits. Full-year course withdrawals are due near the end of April.
May – faculty facilitate final exams and conduct site visits. Student evaluation of Spring course is emailed to students. Spring course withdrawals are due near the end of May. High school course requests for the following year are due.
June – Full-year and Spring course final grades are due in June. Full Year and Spring grades are available online via student portal. Academic departments make final approval decisions on Dual Enrollment master schedule for the upcoming year.
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College Policies and Dual Enrollment
Overview
Students who register for a Dual Enrollment course earn college credit while in high school.
Because the course is offered for MCC credit, MCC administrative policies apply to the
course. This distinction is important since high school processes for communicating with
students, enrolling in a class, and grading schematics may be different.
FERPA
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
rules state: “When a student turns 18 or
attends a school beyond high school level
at any age, all rights afforded to parents
under FERPA transfer to the student.” In
essence, MCC will communicate directly
with the student for purposes of
registration and billing. With regard to
Dual Enrollment students, FERPA rules
allow for the high school and MCC to
freely share information regarding
students they have in common. College
administrative offices are happy to assist
parents but may be limited with the
information that can be shared.
Attendance
Prompt and regular attendance at all class
and laboratory sessions is expected.
Excessive absence may be reported and
may adversely affect the student’s
academic achievement in a particular
course.
Materials
High school teachers use the college
curriculum, and follow the college course
information sheet. The textbook,
assessments, and other instructional
materials have also been reviewed and
approved for use by the MCC faculty
liaison supervising the course.
ACADEMIC HONESTY
In the academic process, it is generally
assumed that intellectual honesty and
integrity are basic responsibilities of the
student. Violations of these
responsibilities consist mainly of cheating
and plagiarism. Cheating is defined as the
unauthorized use or exchange of
information by students or others for the
purpose of achieving unfair advantage in
the classroom or assessment process.
Plagiarism is using someone else’s work
as if it were one’s own, whether or not it
is done intentionally. This includes, but is
not limited to: using the exact language,
using nearly the exact language, and using
ideas without showing they originated in
another’s work. The work taken from
another person or source (including
publications, web sites, speeches, etc.)
may be as little as an isolated formula,
portions of a speech, a simple sentence,
an idea, or as much as entire paragraphs,
papers, or writings of professionals and
other students.
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The Monroe Community College Catalog
and Student Handbook (available online)
describes the college’s expectations
regarding academic honesty in more
detail, and outlines the procedures for
handling violations of this policy as well
as disciplinary action which may be
executed.
Course Prerequisites
Since the Dual Enrollment course is a
college class running at the high school
location, MCC course prerequisites apply.
Some courses require evidence of a level
of skill or knowledge before a student can
register. In some cases, the MCC
prerequisite is different than the high
school prerequisite for the class. As
stated in the MCC Catalog and Student
Handbook:
“Admission to a particular course
may be denied to students without
the background and/or prerequisites
deemed necessary by the College.
The College reserves the right to
evaluate students for their readiness
for a particular course or activity
and to require appropriate
documentation of a student’s
readiness.”
Students/teachers/schools will be asked
to provide prerequisite information in the
form of transcripts, standardized test
reports, and/or ACCUPLACER test results.
Registration for Dual Enrollment courses
takes place online. Students with no
Internet access and those with special
residency designations can complete a
paper registration form. Registration
information is delivered to schools in
August for courses beginning in
September and in January for courses
beginning in late January / early February
giving schools ample time to inform their
community about the courses available to
them. Since MCC does not have direct
access to students in designated Dual
Enrollment classes, we rely on the high
school teacher and school to disseminate
registration information so that students
and families are informed and can meet
registration timelines.
The Dual Enrollment Program adheres to
the college schedule adjustment period.
The schedule adjustment (add / drop)
period is the first three weeks of each full
semester course. During this time
students may drop the Dual Enrollment
course with no financial or academic
penalty.
Only students who officially register
during the open registration period will
be added to the MCC roster.* This
requirement is in contrast to high school
policies that allow students to adjust their
schedule via their counselor. Students
who miss the registration period or add
the high school class to their schedule
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after the MCC registration deadline has
passed will not be eligible for MCC credit.
*Students added to the roster have
also met MCC prerequisite
requirements for the course.
Grades
The MCC final grade will be calculated
according to the standard set by the
College, and the high school grade will be
calculated according to the high school
standard. The MCC grading standard for
each course is outlined on a Course
Information Sheet. Some Dual Enrollment
courses require an additional project or
exam and / or may not accept extra credit
and late work. For these reasons, a final
high school grade may be different from
the MCC grade.
The college uses a +/- letter grading
system for courses. The conversion of a
numerical class grade to an MCC letter
grade is determined by each MCC
department. The high school teacher will
consult with his/her MCC faculty liaison
for an explanation on grade conversion.
Enrollment Closure
No students may be registered for the
class once registration has closed or at
the end of the third week of the high
school class. The Enrollment Closure
policy is to prevent late and retroactive
registration, a practice that permits
students to choose whether to register for
college credit late depending upon
his/her performance in the class, prior
knowledge, or any other situation that
prevented timely registration.
High schools will disseminate registration
information so that students and families
are informed and can meet registration
timelines.
Drop for Non-payment
Students who register for Dual
Enrollment credit incur a bill from
Monroe Community College. The college
uses email, post mail, and automated
telephone messages to inform the student
of the bill and encourage on-time
payment.
Understanding that Dual Enrollment
students are generally under the age of
18, and not wanting an outstanding MCC
bill to negatively impact the student, the
college will de-schedule or “drop”
any student who does not pay their bill on
time. Students who are dropped for non-
payment will not owe any money to MCC
and will not be eligible to receive MCC
credit. They can however stay enrolled in
the high school class and earn high school
graduation credit.
Requesting a Transcript
All official academic transcripts must be
requested by the student. Official
transcripts may be requested online by
logging into the student account, in
person by visiting the Registration and
Records office at MCC, or by mail / fax.
For more detailed information on
requesting transcripts, visit
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www.monroecc.edu/depts/recreg/.
Transcripts are issued at no cost to the
student.
Course Cancellation
At times, conditions may exist that
preclude the offering or warrant the
cancellation of Dual Enrollment courses.
When a Dual Enrollment course is
“cancelled,” it is removed from the MCC
schedule of course offerings. High school
students who registered for the section
are dropped with no penalty; meaning
they incur no cost and there is no record
of the course on their college transcript.
The student remains in the high school
class, which will count toward high school
credit; however there will be no MCC
credit attached to the course.
Dual Enrollment courses will be cancelled
when:
Departmental supervision of the
course is not available.
The high school teacher is not
approved to instruct the
curriculum.
MCC has credible evidence that the
integrity of the course has been
compromised.
Additionally, courses may be cancelled for
low enrollment, which is when an
enrollment threshold is not met.
A high school principal may also request
that an active MCC Dual Enrollment
course be cancelled. Such requests must
be made in writing and before final
grades are recorded.
Compromised Course Integrity
If during the term the faculty liaison
determines the high school class is
misaligned, or the liaison has lost contact
with the high school teacher and is
therefore unable to determine the
progress of the course, the liaison will
contact the Dual Enrollment office and
initiate a sequence of corrective action.
The liaison and Dual Enrollment office
will outline a minimum of three
measurable objectives that must be met
by a specified date in order for the class to
remain active. This plan will be shared
with the high school teacher, dual
enrollment contact, and school principal.
Once the date of plan completion has
been reached, the faculty member will
review progress of the course and make a
recommendation for the course to:
remain active, be canceled, or outline
further corrective plan. If the course is
cancelled, registered students will be de-
scheduled and refunded accordingly.
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Withdrawal
If a student is not performing well in a
Dual Enrollment course, and it is
believed he/she may earn less than a C
grade, they may consider withdrawing
from the course. A withdrawal is
recorded on the MCC transcript as a
grade of “W”. In general, a W is less
academically harmful than a final grade
of D or F. The W grade will not affect the
student’s GPA, but it is important to note
that W grades may affect the student’s
future eligibility for financial aid.
Withdrawing from the MCC course has
no effect on the high school schedule.
This means a student may withdraw
from MCC credit but remain scheduled in
the high school class.
If the student and teacher agree that
withdrawing from the course is in the
student’s best interest, the teacher must
contact the MCC faculty liaison. In order
to receive the grade of W a student must
be officially withdrawn from the MCC
course. It is important to note the strict
withdrawal deadlines. Per college
academic policy a withdrawal cannot
be submitted at the time final class
grades are due. Failure to properly
withdraw from a course will result in the
student receiving the final letter grade
earned. Late withdrawals cannot be
processed. Students who no longer
attend class, quit school, or move out of
the district also must be withdrawn from
their MCC course. There is no tuition
refund for a course withdrawal.
Withdrawal for Health Reasons
In the case of a serious illness, injury, or
medical condition that results in an
extended absence, students may
withdraw from the course for medical
reasons. These requests must be made
in writing and must be accompanied by
documentation. These requests are
reviewed by committee and decisions
are final. Health withdrawal requests
can be submitted up until the date for
final grades.
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Service Area and Out of County High Schools
Monroe Community College serves high schools and BOCES locations within the limits of
Monroe County. According to SUNY guidelines, MCC has first right of refusal in working
with schools within Monroe County. This means schools will first seek Dual Enrollment
partnership with MCC and if MCC is willing and able, a partnership will be established. If
the high school teacher meets departmental standards for Dual Enrollment teachers, and
MCC is unable or unwilling to partner with the school for a particular course, this will be
stated in writing. A letter from the MCC Provost will be written allowing the school to seek
partnership with another community college. SUNY guidelines allow community colleges
to update agreements annually. Letters are not written when teacher credentials do not
match MCC criteria.
When a high school outside of Monroe County wishes to partner with MCC the process is
the same. The school will first seek partnership with the community college that serves the
county in which the school is located. If the community college is unable or unwilling to
partner with the high school, the Chief Academic Officer will write a letter allowing the
school to partner with MCC.
This process provides consistency in service delivery and maintains a transparent and
collaborative relationship within SUNY institutions.
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Establishing a Dual Enrollment Course at Your High School
If you would like to offer an MCC course for
credit at your school, and you are willing to
modify your high school curriculum to meet
our requirements, we encourage you to
review the list of courses MCC currently
offers for Dual Enrollment. Appendix A
provides a list of courses that are currently
offered for Dual Enrollment. The list may
change from year to year as college and
community needs change. If there is an MCC
course not on the list that you would like to
explore, please contact the Dual Enrollment
program coordinator for information and
guidance on how to proceed. We encourage
teachers to seek the support of their
Principal and Curriculum leader. If your
school already participates in Dual
Enrollment with MCC, we suggest you
contact your school / district Dual
Enrollment liaison so they are aware of your
request.
For a high school course to be considered for
Dual Enrollment credit, three key processes
must be completed:
1. High school teacher credentials must
be reviewed by MCC and match
published guidelines established by
each academic department.
2. High school curriculum must be
aligned to an MCC course, and the
teacher must attend course-specific
training.
3. MCC academic departments must
determine if faculty supervision is
available for the proposed course.
High School Teacher Credentials
High School Teachers are an essential
component to the Dual Enrollment process.
MCC criteria for teaching a course in high
school require high school teachers have the
academic background and experience
equivalent to adjunct faculty. High school
teachers are regarded with a high level of
respect and entrusted to convey the spirit
and rigor of the MCC experience in their
classroom.
Teacher credentials will be reviewed for
each individual course and each individual
teacher. When requesting a course, include
the teacher’s resume and unofficial
transcripts (both graduate and
undergraduate are required). Some
departments also require certifications. (See
Appendix B for teacher criteria breakdown
by course.)
High school teachers may be asked to meet
with a department chairperson or faculty
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member for an interview, training
workshop, and/or classroom visit before
being approved. See Appendix B “High
School Teacher Requirements” for
guidelines on teacher criteria.
High School Curriculum Review
If your course request and teacher are
approved, an MCC faculty member will work
directly with the high school teacher from
that point forward. If your request or
teacher is not accepted, we will provide you
with details about how we came to that
decision.
High School teachers and MCC faculty will
work together to create a Course
Information Sheet (CIS).
MCC Academic policy requires the
distribution of this information to students
in the Dual Enrollment class. The CIS is read
by many people, not just students. Faculty
and administrators at MCC and other
colleges review this information when
making decisions about transfer evaluations,
course content, and student grievances.
Faculty Supervision
An MCC Faculty member is assigned to every
high school Dual Enrollment course. The
faculty member is commonly referred to as a
Faculty Supervisor, Faculty Liaison, or
Faculty Mentor and works closely with the
approved high school teacher. The
relationship between high school and
college faculty is critical to the success of the
Dual Enrollment course. We strive to
provide teachers with the support and
resources needed to facilitate the college
experience in their classrooms. Our long-
standing, collaborative partnerships with
high school teachers are essential to the
Dual Enrollment process and we hold our
high school counterparts in high regard.
Where and When to Request new courses
We are committed to being responsive to
your requests for new Dual Enrollment
courses. To allow us the time needed to
review teacher credentials and faculty
availability, we ask that requests for
Fall/Full Year courses be made by May 15th,
and requests for Spring courses be made by
November 15th. Course requests and
teacher credentials can be submitted via
email to Mary Méndez Rizzo, Program
Coordinator, at [email protected] or
via post to MCC DUAL ENROLLMENT
OFFICE, 1000 East Henrietta Road,
Rochester, New York 14623.
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Dual Enrollment High School Teacher Certification
Overview
As a member of the National Alliance of
Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships
(NACEP), we follow published standards
of excellence for dual enrollment
programs. In MCC’s Dual Enrollment
program, high school teachers are a
crucial element in offering a high quality,
rigorous, college-level experience to
students. Students are only eligible for
MCC credit when they are seated in the
class of a Dual Enrollment- certified
teacher. For these reasons, a review of the
credentials of the proposed high school
teacher is required.
Dual Enrollment high school teachers
who meet educational and experience
criteria, as determined by MCC academic
departments, will either be “certified” or
“conditionally certified” to teach a Dual
Enrollment course at the high school. If
“conditionally certified” a letter will be
sent to the teacher and school with
additional information. Appendix B
outlines teacher requirements for each
MCC academic department and course.
Teacher criteria vary depending on the
MCC course, therefore it is possible for a
teacher to meet the established criteria
for one MCC course but not another. MCC
does not offer a general certification to
teach all courses.
Once certified, each high school teacher is
assigned a faculty liaison who will
provide detailed course information,
guidance and serve as an overall resource.
Length of Certification
Teacher certification is renewed annually
unless a situation arises that prohibits
recertification.
Certification can lapse or expire when:
The high school teacher does not
respond to faculty calls, emails,
and other communications
attempts.
The high school teacher does not
maintain departmental standards
for curriculum and / or grade
assignment.
The faculty member is prohibited
from visiting the school and
observing the classroom.
Changes in MCC policy, course
content, and / or accreditation
warrant a change in teacher
credentials.
A Teacher misses two or more
professional development
offerings.
A course offered with the teacher
shows a pattern of low or zero
enrollment.
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Lapse in Certification / Recertification
If certification should lapse or expire,
teachers can request recertification.
Written recertification requests should
include: Teacher name, High School, MCC
Course and High School class title, and a
brief explanation of circumstances that
contributed to the lapse in certification.
High school teachers may be asked to
resubmit credentials, or meet with a
department chairperson or faculty
member. Requests for recertification can
be submitted via email or post to the Dual
Enrollment Program Coordinator, Mary
Méndez Rizzo, [email protected],
1000 East Henrietta Road, Rochester New
York, 14623.
How to Apply to be a Dual Enrollment
Teacher
To apply to teach a Dual Enrollment
course, teachers must submit transcripts
of graduate and undergraduate
coursework. Unofficial transcripts are
acceptable for submission. Candidates
may also be required to submit a resume
and certifications. Since credentials are
reviewed in relation to a specific course,
applicants should indicate which MCC
Dual Enrollment Course they would like
to be considered for. Documents are
submitted via email or post to Mary
Méndez Rizzo, Coordinator of Dual
Enrollment.
Teacher Extended Absence /
“Substitute Teachers” /
In the case that an approved high school
teacher will be out of school for an
extended absence* or illness, the high
school will notify the Dual Enrollment
office immediately. The school
administration will provide the Dual
Enrollment office with credential
information (resume and transcripts) of
the substitute which will be reviewed by
the appropriate MCC department. After
review, the high school administration
and substitute will be notified as to
whether the substitute has been
approved to instruct the MCC curriculum.
MCC’s commitment to student success
extends to our Dual Enrollment
population and we will make every
attempt to achieve a positive outcome in
this situation. MCC will handle the course
in a manner it deems fit should the
substitute’s credentials not meet
published guidelines.
* An extended absence is when the
approved teacher is replaced by
substitutes, or a long-term substitute, for
a prolonged length of time.
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Role of the High School Primary Contact
Communication regarding the overall implementation of dual enrollment programming
occurs between MCC’s Dual Enrollment office and a primary contact at each high school.
The primary contact is the schools spokesperson for questions and concerns and is the
person MCC will connect with for anything location-specific. The primary contact works to
gather and share information in a timely manner with their school community.
Role of the High School Teacher In Dual Enrollment
Overview
In MCC’s Dual Enrollment program, teachers certified to teach the MCC curricula at their
high schools uphold college standards for the course.
Role and MCC Expectations of the High School Teacher
The Dual Enrollment high school teacher will:
Maintain the philosophical, pedagogical, and theoretical orientation of the MCC
course in their classroom as shared by their MCC liaison.
Disseminate Dual Enrollment information to students in the class.
Inform students of registration deadlines and MCC course prerequisite
requirements.
Verify roster accuracy, and inform MCC faculty liaison of students to be withdrawn
or removed from the roster.
Submit final grades to MCC faculty liaison according to the Dual Enrollment
Important Dates schedule.
Share with MCC the academic information needed to determine student
prerequisites and course eligibility.
Provide a Course Information Sheet to all students registered for MCC credit.
Follow the MCC grading system for grades submitted to the faculty liaison.
Facilitate a site visit at the high school for the MCC faculty liaison.
Encourage students to complete the MCC Dual Enrollment course evaluation.
Attend an annual teacher orientation and / or MCC professional development
activity.
If necessary, maintain a high school grade book and an MCC record of grades if there
are differences in grading policies.
Contact the Dual Enrollment Program Coordinator if they experience difficulty
communicating with their faculty liaison.
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Role of the Dual Enrollment Faculty Liaison
Overview
MCC departments and faculty work closely with high school teachers to provide a high
quality, rigorous, college-level experience for students. The faculty liaison will have on-
campus experience teaching the course. In addition to curricula, faculty share pedagogy,
course-specific theory, college expectations, and serve as a general resource for high school
teachers. The faculty-teacher relationship is highly regarded, important to the success of
the program, and beneficial to our mutual educational goals.
Role and Expectations of the MCC Faculty Liaison
The Dual Enrollment faculty liaison will:
Review high school teacher credentials and course instructional materials.
Assure curriculum, instructional materials, assessment measures, and course
outcomes meet college standards for the course.
Provide / supplement course materials and resources to the high school teacher if
needed.
Share the philosophical, pedagogical, and theoretical orientation of the course with
the high school teacher.
Provide orientation* and training to the high school teacher.
Certify attendance and/or outline an attendance policy for the high school class.
Inform teachers of registration deadlines, verify roster accuracy, and submit grades
(Withdrawals and final grades) according to the “Dual Enrollment Important Dates”
schedule.
Visit each Dual Enrollment section at least once per offering to observe classroom
teaching.
Approve the Course Information Sheet before it is given to students registered for
MCC credit.
Submit the Course Information Sheet to their academic department and Dual
Enrollment.
Review student performance in cooperation with the high school teacher.
Maintain contact with the high school teacher to assure course quality and serve as
an overall college resource.
Facilitate the implementation of the MCC Dual Enrollment course evaluation and
share results with teacher.
Assign final grades to students and sign off on final grade reports.
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Coordinate with college administrative offices for Dual Enrollment courses under
their supervision.
Notify the Coordinator of Dual Enrollment of any issues affecting the high school
course.
Each MCC department reserves the right to involve faculty beyond that stated above. The
relationship between MCC faculty liaison and high school teacher should be collegial and
professional. Departments will assign liaisons with mindfulness of these guidelines.
Dynamics that question the ethics of this relationship will be avoided.
*Teacher orientation will include the following:
Teacher Orientation Checklist
o Finalize and review the Course Information Sheet
o Provide and review the schedule of Important Dates for Dual Enrollment
o Confirm and share contact information and preferred method of contact
o Schedule date for class visitation
o Review Dual Enrollment policies
o Review Dual Enrollment Roles / Expectations for Faculty and Teachers
o Schedule date of delivery of MCC exams, assessments, projects according to
departmental policy
o Provide dates and agenda for Professional Development opportunities on campus
o Share results of Student Course Evaluation
Site Visits Conducted by MCC Faculty Liaison
Monroe Community College policy and NACEP Accreditation Standards require site visits to
be completed by a Faculty Liaison. The Liaison will observe the course content and delivery,
student discourse, and rapport to assess and ensure Dual Enrollment (DE) offerings are
equivalent to the courses offered on-campus. During the visit the Faculty Liaison will assess:
the extent to which the DE content represents the on-campus course
impressions of student interest and involvement
whether student assignments demonstrate rigor and depth equivalent to the on-
campus course
how instructor’s evaluation of student work compares to on-campus evaluation
comments offered by students, and recommendations for moving forward.
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The site visit observation allows faculty liaisons the opportunity both to validate that the college’s expectations for the course are being met and to continue to strengthen collegial collaboration. To that end, we prefer to make the most of a site visit and may also include time for the following:
reviewing the syllabus, graded assessments, and grade norming
discussing discipline specific updates
article reviews, information sharing, and professional development
guest lectures and presentations to students
updating any departmental changes that may affect the course
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Glossary of College Terms
Academic honesty: the basic responsibility of a student in being honest and having
integrity in an academic setting. To refrain from cheating which is defined as the unauthorized use or exchange of information for the purpose of achieving unfair advantage in the classroom or assessment process. Also, to refrain from plagiarizing which is defined as using someone else’s work as if it were one’s own, whether or not it is done intentionally. This includes, but is not limited to: using the exact language, using nearly the exact language, and using ideas without showing they originated in another’s work. The work taken from another person or source (including publications, web sites, speeches, etc.) may be as little as an isolated formula, portions of a speech, a simple sentence, an idea, or as much as entire paragraphs, papers, or writings of professionals or other students.
Accreditation: an independent review of a college’s educational programs to determine that they are uniform, of sound quality and adhere to academic standards. Once a college is accredited, it is able to participate in federal and state aid programs and its students may transfer credits to other colleges.
ACCUPLACER: a suite of tests used to assess students’ knowledge in math, reading and
writing as he/she prepares to enroll in college-level courses. The results of the assessment, in conjunction with the student’s academic background, goals and interests, are used by academic advisors and counselors to place the student in appropriate college courses that meet his or her skill level.
Certificate: a credential issued to a student who has gained a high degree of specialization through a short program of study. Completion of curriculum is recognized rather than the earning of a degree.
Certificate of residence: a form that must be completed each academic year, by the
student, to certify that they have been a legal resident of New York state for the past year and a resident of Monroe County for the past six months. (The form is submitted to the Student Accounts Office.)
Course: an organized series of instructional and learning activities dealing with a subject.
At the high school level, study of a subject is often referred to as taking a “class.” At the college level, it is referred to as completing a “course.”
Course cancellation: a circumstance when a course is removed from the schedule of course offerings because a condition (perhaps low enrollment) exists. Students are dropped
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from the cancelled course without incurring a cost and there is no record of the course on their college transcript. The term “de-scheduled” relates to this process.
Course Information Sheet: a document that includes course learning outcomes, class policies, and grading information. This document is given to students by the faculty member near the beginning of the course.
Credentials: a qualification, achievement, personal quality, or aspect of a person's background, typically when used to indicate that they are suitable for something. For instance, all high school teachers teaching Dual Enrollment courses must have the “credentials” (academic background and experience) equivalent to an MCC adjunct faculty member.
Credit hour: a unit that gives weight to the value, level or time requirements of an academic course. In high school, classes are usually the same number of hours and students earn one credit for a class that lasts all year or half of one credit for a class that lasts one semester. At a college or university, students typically receive credit “hours” based on the number of "contact hours" per week in a course for a term. A contact hour includes any lecture or lab time when the professor is teaching the student or coaching the student while they apply the course information to an activity. Regardless of the duration of the course, each course carries a certain number of “credit hours.” The total number of “credit hours” that a student is registered for determines whether they are considered a part-time or full-time student for the term.
Cumulative grade-point average: an overall average from the grades and grade points earned from all the courses completed (also known as one’s GPA or Grade-Point Average). GPAs range from 4.00 for an “A” to 0.00 for an “F”.
Curriculum: the academic content, standards, and outcomes of a course. A program of courses approved for a specific degree or certificate. To earn a degree or certificate in a specific program, you must complete the curriculum for that program.
Drop-add: scheduled times when a student can drop a course that he or she has registered for and/or add a new one.
Dual Enrollment: a concurrent enrollment program offered at high school locations
with the purpose of promoting partnerships with districts, sharing curricula and high-impact practices, and introducing students to college culture to help prepare students for post-secondary opportunities.
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Electives: credit courses of the student’s choice that can be applied toward the requirements of a degree or certificate.
FERPA: an acronym for the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act - a federal law that
protects the privacy of student education records. FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children's education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level.
Full-time student: a student who is enrolled for 12 or more credit hours in a term.
Matriculated student: a student who has applied for and been formally accepted as a candidate for a degree or certificate in a specific curriculum. A student must be a matriculated student in order to receive financial aid.
Non-matriculated student: a student who is taking courses without applying for candidacy for a degree or certificate.
Orientation: a program designed to help new students become part of the college
community. A college orientation introduces students to campus life, helps the student to make connections with other members of the college community and informs the student about facilities, services and resources. An academic orientation serves to describe a specific program of study and its requirements.
Part-time student: a student who is taking fewer than 12 credit hours in a term.
Prerequisites: something that is required as a prior condition for something else to happen or exist. For instance, the Principles of Macroeconomics course has a prerequisite. Before a student can take Principles of Macroeconomics, they must complete Intermediate Algebra or MTH 104 with a passing grade.
Registration: the process of selecting and signing up for courses that a student would
like to take in a semester. The timeframe in which students can register is known as the “open registration period.” Students who miss the “open registration period” are not eligible to register.
Registration and Records: an office at Monroe Community College’s Brighton
Campus, building #6, room 203 (phone 585-292-2300) or the Damon Campus (phone 585-262-1670). The office staff serve students with the processing of their registration: adding classes, dropping classes, withdrawing from classes and with providing official transcripts.
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Student Accounts: an office at Monroe Community College’s Brighton Campus, building #6, room 201 (phone 585-282-2015) or the Damon Campus (phone 585-262-1670). The office staff members are responsible for maintaining student account information, issuing tuition bills, receiving payments for tuition and fees, and collecting on delinquent accounts.
Student number: a number that is assigned as a permanent, unique identifier for the sake of student records. At MCC, the student number is referred to as an “M number.”
Transcript: an official record of the courses a student has taken and the grades he or she
earned in each course.
Two Plus Two (2+2): a transfer degree program set up to enable a student to gain
his or her associate’s degree at the community college and to be guaranteed admission to a participating four-year college as a junior.
Withdrawal from courses: a process of officially removing one’s self from a course after the add-drop period has passed. A withdrawal may also be processed by a faculty member; for instance, if the student is not attending. Both voluntary or faculty removal from the course occurs without a refund of tuition and a “W” is shown on the student’s transcript.
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Appendix A MCC Dual Enrollment Classes Available* *subject to changes and updates
Course Title Credit Hours
ACC-101 Accounting Principles I 4.00 ACC-102 Accounting Principles II 4.00 AGS-101 Introduction to Agriculture 1.00 ART-101 Art Essentials 3.00 ASL-102 American Sign Language II 3.00 ASL-203 American Sign Language III 3.00 ATP-100 Automotive Services 3.00 BIO-116 Intro to Environmental Sci-GR 3.00 BUS-104 Introduction to Business 3.00 BUS-110 Entrepreneurial Studies I 3.00
BUS-135 Supervision for 21st Century 3.00 CIT-112 CAD for Construction 2.00 CLT-100 Intro to Med Lab Technology 2.00
COM-115 Computer Generated Images 3.00 CRC-110 Intro to Web Site Design 1.00 CRC-125 Microsoft Office 4.00 CRJ-101 Intro to Criminal Justice 3.00 CRJ-121 CJ Education Intern I 3.00 ECE-150 Exp Early Care & Education 3.00 ECE-151 Dev Appro Practice for Young C 3.00 ECO-101 Introduction to Economics 3.00 ECO-103 Personal Money Management 3.00 ECO-110 Personal Investing 3.00 EDU-100 Intro to Teaching Profession 1.00 ELT-111 Intro to Digital Electronics 3.00 ELT-130 System Electricity 3.00 EMS-101 EMS First Responder 3.00 EMS-110 Emergency Medical Technician 6.00 ENG-101 College Composition-WR 3.00 ENG-105 Introduction to Literature-WR 3.00
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FPT-101 Fire Behavior and Combustion 3.00 FRE-102 Elementary French II 3.00 FRE-203 Intermediate French I 3.00 FRE-213 Intermediate French Conversation I 2.00 FSA-103 Fundamentals of Food Prep 5.00 FSA-107 Menu Planning 3.00 GEG-130 Digital Earth 3.00 GEO-108 Dangerous Earth-GR 3.00 GER-102 Elementary German II 3.00 GER-203 Intermediate German I 3.00 HED-115 Death and Dying 3.00 HED-130 Found of Health and Wellness 3.00 HIS-111 US History I to 1865-WR 3.00 HIS-112 US History II - Since 1865-WR 3.00 HSP-101 Intro to Hospitality Industry 3.00 HVA-101 Basic Refrigeration Theory 3.00 ITA-102 Elementary Italian II 3.00 ITA-112 Elementary Italian Conversation II 2.00 ITA-203 Intermediate Italian I 3.00 LAW-101 Fundamentals of the Law 3.00 LAW-110 Great Trials 3.00 MET-101 Technical Graphics 3.00 MET-121 Comp Aided Drft/Dsgn- Sol Mod 3.00 MTH-160 Statistics I 3.00 MTH-175 Precalculus 4.00 MTH-210 Calculus I 4.00 MTH-212 Calculus III 4.00 OFT-110 Keyboarding 3.00 OPT-110 Intro to Optical Technology 3.00 OPT-131 Optical Elements and Ray Optic 4.00 PEC-179 Lifeguarding 2.00 PHO-101 Photography For Non-Majors I 3.00 PHO-106 Photography I 3.00 PHY-145 College Physics I 4.00 PHY-146 College Physics II 4.00 SPA-102 Elementary Spanish II 3.00
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SPA-112 Elem Spanish Conversation II 2.00 SPA-203 Intermediate Spanish I 3.00 SPA-204 Intermediate Spanish II 3.00 SPA-213 Intermediate Spanish Convers I 2.00 SPA-214 Intermediate Spanish II 2.00 SPC-143 Small Group Communication 3.00 TAM-101 Machine Theory I 3.00 TAM-121 Mathematics for Machinists 3.00 TAM-131 Machine Shop Print Reading I 3.00 TAM-141 Machine Shop Laboratory 3.00
MCC Dual Enrollment
High School Teacher Requirements For all disciplines, approved teachers are required to attend course-specific training before a course is
available for student registration.
MCC Academic Department / School
Courses Available for Dual Enrollment High School Teacher (and Course) Requirements
Applied Technologies School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
ATP 100 – Automotive Services Bachelor’s degree plus NYS teacher certification in Vehicle Mechanical Repair or CTE or similar combination of degree and experience. Lab space will adhere to state requirements for approved programs or meet criteria as defined by MCC Auto faculty.
HVA 101 – Basic Refrigeration Theory
Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years industry experience OR Associate’s degree plus 10 years industry experience.
TAM 101 – Machine Theory I TAM 121 – Mathematics for Machinists I TAM 131 – Machine Shop Print Reading I TAM 141 – Machine Shop Lab
Associate's degree in related field and 5 years’ experience in the machining industry. Or New York State Journeyman’s Papers in Tool and Die, Mold making, CNC Machining, Automated Equipment Building plus 10 years related industry experience.
Biology School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
BIO 116 – Intro to Environmental Science Master’s Degree in environmental science or related STEM field, or a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours of environmental science or related STEM field as determined by department. Once an instructor is identified, MCC departments will assist with a review of lab equipment and curriculum.
BIO 133 – Human Biology (with optional 1 credit BIO 132 Lab)
Master’s Degree in a biological subject or a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours of Biological Science. Once an instructor is identified, MCC departments will assist with a review of lab equipment and curriculum.
BIO 136 – Intro to Forensic Science Master’s Degree in a biological subject or a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours of Biology, chemistry, or related field as determined by department. Once an instructor is identified, MCC departments will assist with a review of lab equipment and curriculum.
CLT 100 – Introduction to Laboratory Technology
Master’s Degree in a biological subject or a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours of Biological Science. Once an instructor is
Appendix B
MCC Academic Department / School
Courses Available for Dual Enrollment
High School Teacher (and Course) Requirements
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identified, MCC departments will assist with a review of lab equipment and curriculum.
Business Administration School of Business, Hospitality, and Entrepreneurism
ACC 101/102 – Accounting Principles I & II
Master’s degree in Accounting or Master’s degree in Business discipline with 12 credit hours in Accounting
BUS 104 – Introduction to Business BUS 110 – Entrepreneurial Studies I BUS 135 – Supervision for 21st Century
Master’s degree in Business discipline or Master’s degree plus New York State Business Teacher certification
ECO 101 – Introduction to Economics ECO 103 – Personal Money Management
Master’s degree in Business discipline or Master’s degree with minimum 6 credit hours in Economics
ECO 110 – Personal Investing Master’s degree in Economics or Master’s degree in Business discipline or Master’s degree with 12 credits in Economics Course requires the use of the MCC text.
ASL and World Languages School of Arts and Humanities
ASL 102/203 – American Sign Language II and III
FRE 102 – Elementary French II (with optional 2-credit conversation course FRE 112)
FRE 203 – Intermediate French I (with optional 2-credit conversation course FRE 213)
GER 102 – Elementary German II GER 203 – Intermediate German I ITA 102 – Elementary Italian II
(with optional 2-credit conversation course ITA 112)
ITA 203 – Intermediate Italian I (with optional 2-credit conversation course ITA 113)
SPA 102 – Elementary Spanish II (with optional 2-credit conversation course SPA 112)
SPA 203 – Intermediate Spanish I (with optional 2-credit conversation course SPA 213)
SPA 204 – Intermediate Spanish II (with optional 2-credit conversation course SPA 214)
Bachelor’s degree required in the language of the course, Master’s degree preferred. NYS Foreign Language Certification required. Experience in the field is an important factor when considering qualifications. Experience teaching a foreign language in high school is valued. A residency overseas, preferably complemented with formal language training, is also highly valued. Candidates will be interviewed and are required to attend an orientation. Courses require the use of MCC text and assessments.
Education School of Community
ECE 150 – Exploring Early Care and
Education ECE 151 – Developmentally Appropriate
Practice for Young Children
Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, plus two years teaching experience. Teacher Certification preferred. Ability to teach courses in Early Child Care as evidenced by actual teaching experience or training.
MCC Academic Department / School
Courses Available for Dual Enrollment
High School Teacher (and Course) Requirements
Enrollment Administrative Handbook, revised August 2019
Engagement and Development
EDU 100 – Introduction to the Teaching Profession
Master's degree in Education or related field, plus two years teaching experience. Teacher Certification preferred. Ability to teach courses in education as shown by actual teaching experience or training.
Emergency Medical Services Fire Protection Technology School of Applied Sciences & Technologies
EMS 101 – EMS First Responder EMS 110 – Emergency Medical
Technician
Certified by NYS Department of Health Bureau of EMS as a CI/C (Certified Instructor /Coordinator) AND Certified high school teacher or certified for teaching CTE if in a vocational environment. Contact Dual Enrollment office one year prior to offering course in order to meet additional departmental and programmatic deadlines.
FPT 101 – Fire Behavior Combustion (3
credits) Bachelor’s degree required Five years of experience in a
municipal or industrial fire service organization required
Commitment to an inclusive educational environment required.
Strong written and oral communications skills required
Strong written and oral communications skills required
Teaching experience preferred Knowledge of/experience using a
variety of teaching strategies preferred.
Engineering Technology School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
CIT 112 – CAD for Construction ELT 111 – Introduction to Digital
Electronics ELT 130 – System Electricity MET 101 – Technical Graphics MET 121 – Computer Aided Drafting /
Design – Solid Modeling
NYS Certified high school teacher plus technical teaching certificate or specific training in the discipline of the particular technical dual enrollment course being taught (ELT, MET, CIT), as approved by the MCC faculty liaison. MET 101 instructor needs to have experience in mechanical drafting (by hand), AutoCAD (2D software) and AutoCAD inventor (3D modeling) software as it is applied to the drawing of mechanical products MET 121 instructor needs to have experience in SolidWorks 3D modeling software.
MCC Academic Department / School
Courses Available for Dual Enrollment
High School Teacher (and Course) Requirements
Enrollment Administrative Handbook, revised August 2019
CIT 112 instructor needs to have experience with AutoCAD for architecture/engineering/construction, and ideally Revit (an AutoCAD product). AutoCAD software is free to high schools.
OPT 110 – Introduction to Optical Technology
Master’s degree and NYS certified Technology / Science teacher. Will consider a similar combination of degree and experience. Coursework / experience in Physics, Chemistry, Biology preferred. Summer curriculum training required before course can be offered.
English School of Arts and Humanities
ENG 101 – College Composition ENG 105 – English Literature
Master’s degree in one of the following areas from an accredited institution: • MFA and BA/BS English or • MA Liberal Studies and BA/BS English or • ME Teaching and BA/BS English or MA Humanities and BA/BS English
Courses require a contained class of students with MCC prerequisite completed AND the use of the MCC texts. Candidates will be interviewed and are
required to attend training / orientation minimum 6 months before course can be offered.
Geosciences School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
GEG 130 – Digital Earth GEO 108 – Dangerous Earth
Master’s degree in one the geosciences (geology, geography or related subject). Bachelor’s degree may be acceptable for certain courses depending upon the nature of the course and the field of expertise. Candidates will be interviewed and are required to attend training / orientation one year before course can be offered.
Hospitality School of Business and Entrepreneurism
FSA 103 – Culinary Arts I: Fundamentals of Food Preparation
FSA 107 – Menu Planning HSP 101 – Introduction to the Hospitality Industry
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Three to five years of relevant experience required in the hospitality industry, as it relates to the course or courses being taught. Thorough knowledge of the assigned course curriculum with the ability to effectively teach; knowledge of, or experience in implementing a variety of teaching strategies required.
MCC Academic Department / School
Courses Available for Dual Enrollment
High School Teacher (and Course) Requirements
Enrollment Administrative Handbook, revised August 2019
Health and Physical Education School of Health Science and Physical Wellness
HED 130 – Foundations of Personal Health and Wellness
Master’s degree in health or health education from an accredited institution; or master’s degree and health certification. SAVE Certification or obtain prior to teaching assignment. Child Abuse Certification or obtain prior to Teaching Assignment. Certification in health (CHES or NYS certification).
HED 115 – Death and Dying
Master’s degree in health education, counseling, social work, hospice, or other health related fields from an accredited institution. Experience in hospice, funeral arrangements, grief counseling and care of the dying.
History School of Social Science and Global Studies
HIS 111 – US History to 1865 WR
HIS 112 – US History since 1865 WR
Master’s degree in History or Master’s in Education + Bachelors in History, or Master’s in Education + graduate coursework (12 – 18 hours) in History
Candidates will be interviewed and are required to attend training / orientation minimum 6 months before course can be offered.
Information and Computer Technology School of Business and Entrepreneurism
CRC 110 – Introduction to Web Site design
CRC 125 – Microsoft Office
OFT 110 – Keyboarding
Master’s degree in Business Education, Computer Science, information Technology or related technology field, Business Teacher Certification preferred.
Experience in the field is an important factor when considering qualifications. Experience teaching Microsoft Office Software packages (i.e., word, excel, access, PowerPoint) in high school is valued.
Some courses require the use of the MCC text.
Law and Criminal Justice School of Community Engagement and Development
CRJ 101 – Introduction to Criminal Justice CRJ 121 – Criminal Justice Education
Internship I
Course requires the use of the MCC text. Master’s degree AND experience in the Criminal Justice field, specifically law enforcement for police, courts (lawyers and judges) or corrections/probation/parole officers
MCC Academic Department / School
Courses Available for Dual Enrollment
High School Teacher (and Course) Requirements
Enrollment Administrative Handbook, revised August 2019
LAW 101 – Fundamentals of the Law Master’s degree in Business discipline or Master’s degree and certification as high school Business teacher. Course requires the use of the MCC text.
Mathematics School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
MTH 160 – Statistics I MTH 161 – Statistics II MTH 175 – Precalculus and Analytic
Geometry MTH 210 – Calculus I MTH 211 – Calculus II MTH 212 – Calculus III
Minimum Requirements: 1. Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a
closely related field and 2. A minimum of 15 graduate or post-
calculus semester credits of mathematics and/or statistics from an accredited institution.
Preferred requirements: 1. Master's degree in Mathematics,
Mathematics Education, Statistics, or a closely related field and
2. Evidence of recent successful teaching experience in mathematics at the secondary, college, or university level
The MCC faculty liaison must see a copy of transcript before approving the high school teacher. The MCC Mathematics Department must also approve any long term substitute instructors.
Physics School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
PHY 145 – College Physics I PHY 146 – College Physics II
Master’s degree in Physics or Engineering or in a related subject / major
Psychology School of Social Science and Global Studies
PSY 100 – Psychology of Interpersonal Relationships
Master’s degree in psychology OR some related degree AND 30 graduate hours in psychology
Visual and Performing Arts School of Arts and Humanities
ART 101 – Art Essentials COM 115 – Computer Generated Images
MA or MFA in Studio Art MA or MFA with a concentration in Graphic Design, Digital/Visual Communication, Digital Arts, or Media Design
SPC 143 – Small Group Communication
Master’s degree in communications or related field (Education, Counseling, Organizational Behavior etc.)
MCC Academic Department / School
Courses Available for Dual Enrollment
High School Teacher (and Course) Requirements
Enrollment Administrative Handbook, revised August 2019
Experience in the field. Teaching experience preferred but not required.
PHO 101 – Photography for Non Majors PHO 106 – Photography I
Master’s degree in Photography or related field, and sound understanding of digital and film photography. Department will review a digital portfolio.