With the authorization of Perkins IV in 2006, USDOE issued further guidance on how states measure performance. A copy of this guidance and other information related to Perkins IV is provided on the Peer Collaborative Resource Website
The following contains direct links to resource documents that can assist colleges with understanding Perkins IV and the related performance measures:
• Perkins IV legislation
• USDOE definitions for core indicators of performance
• Crosswalks for identifying nontraditional students, programs by cluster, etc. Note: this is based on the classification of instructional programs (CIP), which are assigned to VCCS degrees, diplomas, and certificates by SCHEV. Career studies certificates do not have assigned CIP codes:
In response to the development of the Perkins IV performance measures, VCCS will hold a series of conference calls with colleges to discuss the measures, received feedback, and develop metrics for measuring performance. Upon completion of the calls, VCCS will present these findings to the Workforce Development Services and Academic and Student Services Advisory councils in the fall of 2008 and later to the college presidents.
The following is a list of scheduled calls and supporting materials.
June 5: Nontraditional Measurement
Crosswalk of nontraditional programs to VCCS programs
College data on nontraditional enrollments from 2004-05 to 2006-07
College data on nontraditional graduates from 2004-05 to 2006-07
June 28: Technical Skills Attainment
Survey of licensure programs and certifications provided to colleges
July 14: Employment/Technical Skills
Watch the recorded online session
Power point presentation
Community College Employment data
Aug 7: Completion
Watch the recorded online session
Power point presentation
September 5: Retention
Watch the recorded online session
September 9: Recap and Loose ends (CANCELLED)
Watch the recorded online session
Power point presentation
Note: All calls are scheduled for 10am.
Phone: 866-842-5779
Pass code: 804-819-4947#