Under the supervision of the appropriate Academic/Campus Dean, the program head is responsible for course content and syllabi for all assigned courses. Each program head/instructor will provide effective instruction in all classes by implementing active learning strategies and focus on student learning outcomes. The program head/instructor must work in compliance with the JRCERT and ARRT guidelines and must maintain an eight year accreditation. The program head is responsible for the budget of the program. In addition, the program head is responsible for the relationship for the clinical affiliations of the program.

At all times, instructional personnel should be aware of the need to continue the personal and professional growth necessary in the performance of a faculty member’s duties.

1. Collaborate with Academic Dean regarding course assignment per semester.
2. Create and maintain course documents such as syllabi, objectives, tests, etc. The course syllabi must be submitted for review to the Academic Dean each semester.
3. Conduct class, lab, and/or clinical according to established meeting patterns.
4. Notify Academic and Campus Dean of any changes to class, lab and/or clinical days and/or times.
5. Update Moodle course page to use in course prior to start of semester.
6. Update and maintain the webpage for public information.
7. Communicate with students via Moodle as appropriate per course design (enhanced, hybrid or online).
8. Provide feedback to students via face to face and Starfish regarding course progression.
9. Record attendance and grades via WebAdvisor in accordance with semester deadlines.
10. Inform Academic Dean of any student issues (academic, attendance, behavior, cheating, plagiarism) as soon as possible.
11. Assess student learning outcomes and demonstrating the use of the results to make improvements to course/program.
12. Maintain suitable class records which show student membership hours, academic progress, student grading systems, etc.
13. Recommend adoption or discontinuance of textbooks and/or other instructional supplies and equipment to the faculty and Academic Dean.
14. Recommend new books, magazines, materials and equipment for use in the LRC to faculty and Academic Dean (as appropriate).
15. Create appropriate course documents, such as syllabi, objectives, tests, lesson plans, etc. to be reviewed.
16. Maintain a minimum of five posted office hours per week for student conferences. These hours may be extended at the discretion of the Academic Dean during registration.
17. Regularly participate as a member of assigned institutional committees and attend scheduled program/department meetings.
18. Serve as a faculty advisor for assigned students in matters pertaining to an advisee’s academic progress, scheduling and related matters.
19. Engages in professional development.
20. Performs community service activities. Participates in student recruitment efforts as directed.
21. Experiments with new, innovative teaching techniques.
22. Work in collaboration with the faculty to write strategies to promote program growth.
23. Obtains and maintains certification in online delivery systems as required by the college.
24. Demonstrates proficiency in technology required by academic program area and in administrative processes as required by the college.
25. Assumes other duties as assigned by the Academic Dean.