Creative Problem Solving & Decision Making Series

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

A.    Course Objective:  Participants learn to effectively solve problems and make good decisions

B.    Description:  Participants will develop the skills necessary to analyze a problem, generate creative solutions, and decide which solution most closely matches their needs.

C.    Competencies to be achieved: 
    Apply logical tools to properly analyze problems for root causes.
    Establish and compare options in a variety of situations.
    Identify the best choice from various options and address group think.
    Achieve group consensus about important decisions.
    Apply a four-step process to systematically solve problems and decide on appropriate solutions.
    Use methods and tools (systematic process and fishbone diagramming) to discover the underlying cause of a problem.
    Use brainstorming, mind mapping, and several other creative thinking techniques to generate possible solutions to the problem.
    Use the following decision-making techniques: Pro/Con, Force Field Analysis, Decision Matrix, Feasibility/Capability Analysis, and Cost/Benefit Analysis.
    Create an action plan to implement the appropriate solution
D.    Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
$300
E.    Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Handbook is provided as part of the cost.
F.    Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
n/a
G.    WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification: 
Name:   Mary Mendola
Email:  mmendola@mohave.edu
Phone number: 928-302-5332

H.    Direct Website link to the program: https://www.mohave.edu/about/corporate-education/

I.    Additional information: 
•    Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
n/a
•    Other requirements needed:

J.    Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
http://catalog.mohave.edu/content.php?catoid=62&navoid=19208#College_Policies_and_Procedures

K.    Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
•    Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: Extensive surveys and focus groups with area employer in In-Demand Industry Sectors, including the Kingman and Mohave Manufacturing Association, the Northern Arizona Contractors Association and area Chambers of Commerce identified these trainings as an urgent need in Mohave County.
•    Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes, the series build increasingly advanced skills.
Career Pathway:  Construction, Healthcare & Social Assistance, Manufacturing, Transportation & Warehousing, Leisure & Hospitality and Administration & Waste Services.

•    Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
 Yes or No (Explain):  Yes, these are recognized by other educational institutions.

•    Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No:  No
 Accrediting Agency and link to website:

J.    Credential Attainment Rate:  Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. 
New program so this data is not yet available.

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