Establishes healthcare careers pilot program for certain institutions of higher education and proprietary schools.
Impact
The bill seeks to impact state education and workforce development laws by aligning educational opportunities with market demand, particularly in healthcare. The program is expected to enhance academic achievement and facilitate pathways for students from at-risk backgrounds to gain vocational skills necessary for entering the workforce. Through annual grant provisions, educational institutions will be supported in implementing tailored programs that integrate healthcare-related coursework, mentorship, and job placement assistance that aligns with the needs highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Summary
Assembly Bill A1311 establishes a four-year healthcare careers pilot program aimed at fostering partnerships between institutions of higher education and proprietary schools with the Jobs for America's Graduates New Jersey (JAGNJ) program. The initiative targets high school students in underserved areas, specifically those with low graduation rates, encouraging them to complete their education and pursue careers in the healthcare field. The program emphasizes experiential learning and the development of employability skills, providing valuable resources and support for participants.
Contention
Discussions surrounding A1311 have indicated positive reception from various stakeholders, highlighting its potential to address workforce shortages in the healthcare sector while simultaneously supporting at-risk youth. However, the implementation will rely on adequate funding and the successful engagement of institutions willing to partner with JAGNJ. A point of contention may arise around the distribution of funds and the effectiveness measurement of the pilot program, as many educational and community leaders seek assurances that resources will effectively reach the intended students.
Requires institutions of higher education and certain proprietary institutions to notify Higher Education Student Assistance Authority of approved federal borrower defense loan discharge.
Establishes process for merger or consolidation of public institution of higher education with other institutions of higher education or certain proprietary institutions; requires executive and legislative approval of merger or consolidation.
Requires certain institutions of higher education and degree-granting proprietary institutions to submit certain documentation on online program managers to Secretary of Higher Education.
Concerns incentive compensation and contracts between online program management companies and institutions of higher education and certain proprietary institutions.
Concerns incentive compensation and contracts between online program management companies and institutions of higher education and certain proprietary institutions.
Requires undergraduate students to file degree plan and requires institutions of higher education and certain propriety institutions to develop pathway systems to graduation.
Requires institutions of higher education and certain proprietary institutions to notify Higher Education Student Assistance Authority of approved federal borrower defense loan discharge.
Requires undergraduate students to file degree plan and requires institutions of higher education and certain proprietary institutions to develop pathway systems to graduation.
Requires undergraduate students to file degree plan and requires institutions of higher education and certain propriety institutions to develop pathway systems to graduation.
Applies provisions of "New Jersey College Student and Parent Consumer Information Act" to proprietary schools and limits eligibility for State student assistance programs to students enrolled in certain proprietary schools.
Establishes provisions for use of applicant and student criminal history at institution of higher education and degree-granting proprietary institution.
Requires certain institutions of higher education and degree-granting proprietary institutions to submit certain documentation on online program managers to Secretary of Higher Education.
Provides that former law enforcement officers who retired due to disability are eligible to receive tuition assistance to attend public institution of higher education or proprietary institution licensed to confer academic degrees.
Provides that former law enforcement officers who retired due to disability are eligible to receive tuition assistance to attend public institution of higher education or proprietary institution licensed to confer academic degrees.