| Healthcare Education : Mission
Mission
The Health Care Integrated Educational System (HCIES) is a comprehensive
and integrated system for health care education within the Maricopa County
Community College District (MCCCD). It is designed to respond to the dynamic
and evolving nature of the health care system; it is focused on collaboration
with the local health care community; and it is sensitive to access for
diverse populations. All programs and educational offerings within the
HCIES emphasize the achievement of relevant competencies and ensure value
to the individual, the employer and the community.
Goals
- To provide effective and relevant education/training programs that
support professional standards of practice and meet contemporary and
emerging needs of the healthcare community.
- To provide healthcare curricula and programs that are flexible,
responsive, and accountable to the evolving nature of the healthcare
system; meet standards for professional accreditation; and provide
opportunities for graduates to earn licensure or certification as
may be required.
- To collaborate and develop partnerships with the healthcare community
that maximizes opportunities for student success, achievement, and
employment.
- To provide education and training programs that are accessible to
diverse populations.
- To recruit, retain, and reward qualified faculty and support personnel
who promote a standard of excellence while reflecting the diversity
of the community.
- To provide efficient policies and operations that promote self-correction
and continuous improvement, maximize resources, prevent redundancies,
and ensure structural integrity.
- To provide opportunities for re-careering and professional renewal
that is consistent with the mission of the community colleges.
Major Work Areas
- Educational Support
- Clinical Education Partnerships
- Assessment of Student Competency
- Communication
- Workforce Developmen
- Research and Evaluation
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