Student Handbook: Definitions continued

Secondary
A student enrolled in grades 9-12 in whatever kind of school the grade levels exist, or who is under the age of 19, or who meets the definition of a disabled student under UCA 53A-15-301.

Occupational Upgrade
An employed individual enrolled in a technical training course or program for the purpose of completing short-term course work, upgrading skills, increasing job security, or to receive training at the request of an employer.

Lifelong Learning
An individual enrolled in a technical training course or program to enhance skills for personal reasons. Lifelong learners who are 62 years and older are eligible to register without regular tuition charges in accordance with Utah Code Title 53B, Chapter 9, as described in Regents Policy R-510, Section 6.2.

Basic Skills
An individual enrolled in non-technical course work which enhances his/her ability to succeed in a technical training program and/or to obtain employment. Services may include, but are not limited to basic math, reading, language and spelling skills, job application preparation, interviewing techniques and on-the-job survival skills.

COMPETENCY BASED CURRICULUM

Competency-based curriculum is developed with the input of business and industry representatives, which ensures that the skills and knowledge necessary for success in the work place are taught in the program and courses in which the student enrolls. The focus is on the ability of students to demonstrate mastery of the required skills and knowledge, or competencies. It is a practical approach to education. Curriculum is organized in a module-based system facilitating the open entry/open exit system of UCAT campuses.