The following chart illustrates the channels through which proposals for new courses, degree curricula, and certificate and diploma curricula must pass before formal adoption by the College. Curriculum development projects must be submitted through supervisory channels to reach the Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs no later than one semester before the project is to take place. For instructions and additional information, contact the Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs.
Origination
Courses: Faculty and/or Local Demand
Degree Curriculums: Local demand through direct contact with administration or Local College Board
Diploma & Certificate Curriculums: Local demand through direct contact with administration or Local College Board
Development
Courses: Instructional Division
Degree Curriculums: Faculty and Local Advisory Committee
Diploma & Certificate Curriculums: Faculty and Local Advisory Committee
Approval
Courses:
- Administration
- Curriculum Committee
- Virginia Community College System
Degree Curriculums:
- Administration
- Curriculum Committee
- Curriculum and Program Committee of the CVCC Board.
- Virginia Community College System
- State Board for Community Colleges
- State Council for Higher Education
- Control of All Areas
- Instructional Div. (content, text, materials, etc.)
- Administration (general and budgetary)
Diploma & Certificate Curriculums:
- Administration
- Curriculum Committee
- Curriculum and Program Committee of the CVCC Board.
- Virginia Community College System
- State Board for Community Colleges
Policy #: CVCC0126
Last Reviewed/Revised: 12/19/2025
Responsible Dept.: Academic and Student Affairs
Other Policy References: NA