The purpose of the funds is “…to assist occupational education faculty by providing support to upgrade their skills and competencies through the acquisition of knowledge and experience directly related to the occupational content of their teaching assignment(s).” The activities funded by Fast Track need to “…change or revise the occupational content of the course or program.” The occupational education faculty for which funding is sought must be directly involved in teaching occupational specialty courses and supportive courses that are part of a State approved occupational program. Not all occupational programs at Kellogg Community College are State approved.

To determine if your activity qualifies for Fast Track funding and ascertain that funds are available, contact the office of the Dean of Career and Occupational Education. Should Fast Track funding seem feasible, the next step is to submit an application form to the office of the Dean of Career and Occupational Education. Information from the form is submitted to the State for approval. Once State approval is received, follow KCC travel procedures to formalize permission for the professional development activity.

Upon completion of the Fast Track activity, the faculty member must submit a Fast Track narrative report to the Dean of Career and Occupational Education.