The primary purpose of the Faculty Professional Development Team (FPDT) is to make recommendations to the Vice President of Academic Affairs regarding professional development for both full and adjunct faculty.It is also incumbent upon the Team to foster a college-wide commitment to the professional development goals of ManateeCommunity College.
The MCC Faculty Professional Development Team (FPDT) provides opportunities for ongoing in-service training.
All members will carry voting status. In addition, grant directors and additional faculty may be asked to serve as appropriate. Membership must include representation from both the Bradenton and Venice Campus.
Appointments are made for a period of three years. No appointee may serve more than two consecutive terms on the FPDT Team.
OPERATING GUIDELINES
Official Business
Official business shall not be conducted unless a quorum and the Chair or his/her designee are present.
Management
The Chair of the Team shall be responsible for the overall management of the FPDT Program. The Chair shall make recommendations based on rules, procedures and priorities.
College rules and procedures.
All professional development shall follow the College rules and procedures. All activities, expenditures and final reports for FPDT college expenses shall be completed within the fiscal year of the College., i.e., July 1.
Any non-expendable materials (including books) or equipment purchased with FPDT funds are the property of the College