Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act (CTEA)

The Carl D. Perkins Strengthening and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act  (Perkins V) provides funds to postsecondary institutions, preparing students to be more competitive in the world economy. Funds are used to provide the supplementary services that students may need to succeed in career and technical programs through Title I formula funding applications.

These funds improve the academic performance of students, especially special population students, who are enrolled in career and technical education programs. Title I funding includes the initiative to improve gender participation and completion in nontraditional programs that prepare individuals for underrepresented occupations.

The Office of Postsecondary Access, Support and Success of the State Education Department receives Perkins IV federal funding for technical programs. These funds are allocated to the State’s community colleges based on the number of students receiving Pell in their colleges. The community colleges use these funds to supplement their technical programs. Examples are funding for instructors, laboratory assistants, student tutoring, and necessary equipment and supplies.

At SUNY Orange there are several different departments involved in ensuring that these funds are being utilized effectively. The grant is overseen by college administration as well as a local advisory committee made up of community members not employed by the college.

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