The Clarendon College Board of Regents learned about a new mobile lab that will enhance workforce education opportunities in the CC service area during their regular meeting on September 15.
Regents approved the curriculums for the mobile lab, which will include instructional capabilities for coursework in Certified Nurse Aide, welding, and Commercial Drivers License.
More details will be released soon about the new lab which is scheduled to be ready for spring semester dual credit classes.
Regents also approved an updated college calendar to reflect adding new eight-week sessions to the cosmetology program.
The board approved the new college catalog and personnel handbook as presented, acknowledged the resignation of Bennie Douglas, and ratified the hiring of Leah James as an administrative assistant.
In his president’s report, Dr. Robert Riza addressed the college having its second highest enrollment in history with a headcounty of 1,482 following the 12th class day. He also reported on a grant from the Higher Education Coordinating Board for $35,000 to help teacher’s aides earn teaching credentials. Dr. Riza will also be attending a small college consortium with local legislators hosted by the Texas Tribune.
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