California Association of Regional Occupational Centers and Programs
ROCP Data and Accountability
Draft Proposal (working document)
California Association of Regional Occupational Centers and Programs
ROCP Data and Accountability
Draft Proposal (working document)
The ROCPs in California have a need to collect accurate and timely data about the students being served and the impact of these courses / programs on student achievement and the on the economy. The results of this data will ultimately serve as a significant measure of success of the ROCP delivery system and may have an affect of future funding.ROCPs were initially established (Ed Code 52302.5) for the purpose of providing skill training for:
- entry level employment
- upgrading or retraining and
- preparing for advanced training
It is our belief that ROCP's in California should be held accountable for these three purposes by providing accurate aggregated data regarding the students served and their level of success after completion of an ROCP course.
It is also our belief that all ROCPs should be required to provide the following data and be held accountable for the results. All data submitted should be accurate, aggregated, and validated.
Suggested process and procedures:
CDE would provide forms either hard copy or electronic to each ROCP by April 15 of each year. Each ROCP would be required to complete forms and return student follow up information by January 31 the year following the school year (July - June) in question. Final apportionment payment would not be released until data is received by CDE.
Each ROCP would decide the most efficient method of data collection however a description of the method used should be provided. CDE should provide guidelines, examples of acceptable methodologies, and technical assistance where needed.
Each ROCP governing board should review the data and verify' the accuracy of the data provided.
DEFINITIONS ANNUAL ENROLLMENT
Total enrollment - the number of students attending an ROCP course 20 hours or more reported by CBEDS code. The total number shall also include: the number of adults the number of concurrently enrolled high school students the number of male and female identified by ethnic grouping
Total number of returning: students: the number of students who are continuing in the same ROC/P course/ program as of the end of the school year and who have not completed course objectives.
(optional - for local use)
Total number of leavers: the number of students separated by male / female who terminated enrollment prior to completing course objectives.STUDENT FOLLOW-UP ON COMPLETERS
Student completers: The number of students who completed an ROCP course during the school year. A completer is a student who has met the objectives of the ROC/P course and who no longer is enrolled in the course.
Employed in Field of Training -
The number of students who were employed in a field related to training.Employed in Field NOT related to Training (NOT Pursuing Additional Education)
The number of students employed in a job not related to training.Unemployed - Seeking Employment (NOT Pursuing Additional Education)
The number of students who are not employed and not pursuing additional education.Pursuing Additional Education -
The number of students pursuing additional education.Military Service -
The number of students reporting to full-time military service.Status Unknown -
The number of students failing to return the follow-up survey or giving incomplete responses.Value added areas:
Students high school GPA
School attendance (stayed in school)
Graduation from High School
Relevancy with other school subjects
Academic achievement (SAT 9)
Self-esteem
Learn how to learn
Impact on economic development
Acquisition of work ethic and SCANS skills
Job advancement
Usefulness of education
Acquisition of job readiness skills
Other areas of accountability (standards and measures)
Completion rate
Placement rate
Cost per ADA
STATEWIDE DESCRIPTIVE AND DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION Number of ROCPs by governance structure
Total apportionment dollars provided to ROCPs in state budget
Total state enrollment categorized by career subject areas (CBEDS code), gender, and high school, and adult
Total number of businesses participating as:
- affiliates / providing internship sites
- participating on local advisory committees
Results of student follow up:
- number of completers who obtained employment
- number of students who are furthering their education
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