Purpose of Committee

The Advisory Committee serves a vital role in assisting a vocational program in remaining dynamic and in touch with its community. Through communication and close cooperation with the community, a college can continue to develop and conduct practical and realistic vocational education programs which will prepare students for useful and productive lives.

Advisory Committees Provide

• Advice on skills, knowledge, and attitudes required for occupations.
• Assist in keeping programs current.
• Inform the public of services the college can provide

Typical Advisory Committee Functions

• Reviews and makes recommendations regarding program curriculum.
• Identifies the relevant and current specific skills, knowledge and attitudes that should be included in the program.
• Assists in development and dissemination of program information to the community.
• Assists in identifying work experience and employment opportunities.
• Provides information on changes in labor market and specific employment needs.
• Assists the college in evaluating the effectiveness of vocational programs.
• Assists in community surveys related to vocational education.