St. James the Less Rothesay, New Brunswick   Policy:  Continuing Education

 

 

Purpose

·        To advise paid staff, department heads and leaders on the process for obtaining education funding

 

Scope

·        This policy applies to all paid staff, department heads, and leaders at St. James the Less.  All other members of St. James the Less who are seeking education funding should apply to the Outreach Fund through the Missions Dept.

 

Policy Statement

 

At St. James the Less, we believe that it is important to invest in those who have been appointed to leadership roles and positions of authority.  By investing in our leaders, we are ultimately investing in the development of all members of St. James the Less.  Accordingly, some resources will be established in the annual planning and budgeting process to offset or pay for continuing education.

 

Applying for Continuing Education Funding

 

Staff, Department Heads and Leaders

Annually, through the planning and budgeting process, the Rector will request resources for continuing education in strategic areas of ministry.   The disbursement of funds is based on the Rector’s discretion.  Paid staff, department heads and leaders are encouraged to apply for funding to support their continuing education needs.  All decisions for funding will be based on the following:

·        Budget

·        Availability of Courses etc.

·        Strategic Direction

·        Program Priorities

·        Individual Education Profiles

 

Rector

According to Diocesan policy, the Rector can apply to the Diocese for up to $600/ year for continuing education. ref: Diocesan Guidelines A-14  Recognizing that the Diocesan policy may limit appropriate education, the Rector may submit a plan for additional continuing education funding for consideration in the annual planning budgeting process.