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Advancement on the salary schedule requires taking graduate coursework and/or approved workshops, seminars and committee work.

 

  1. Is there a form and where do I find it?
    Yes, copies of the form, entitled "Application for Approval of College Courses for Salary Schedule Credit", are available in your school office.  
  2. Who uses this form?
    Every teacher or other professional staff member who wants to get salary credit for graduate courses they take.
  3. When do I fill it out?
    Complete the form BEFORE you take the class. You can use one form to get approval for up to three classes. All courses require prior approval even if the course is part of a prescribed degree program.
  4. Where do I send it?
    To the Human Resources Office.
  5. How do I know the class has been approved?
    The Human Resources Office will send you a copy of your form signed by the Human Resources Director.
  6. Do all college classes count?
    No. Classes MUST be graduate classes taken at a NCAT approved institution. Beware of classes described as "post bachelor," "continuing education," "professional development," or "graduate level."
  7. How do I receive credit?
    Class work must be completed by August 31st and a transcript/grade report must be submitted to the Human Resources Office by November 1st to receive credit for the current school year. Copies of the transcript/grade reports are acceptable.
  8. How do workshops, seminars and committee work get translated into graduate credit?
    If these are taken or performed outside of the normal school day/hours, the Staff Development Office will notify the Human Resources Office. Twenty workshop credit hours = 1 graduate semester hour and will be used in calculating your salary for the upcoming year.
  9. Is there something I should read to get more details?
    Yes. Read your Master Agreement (a.k.a. union contract), paragraph 423.
  10. Who do I call if I have questions?
    Call the Human Resources Office. 313.432.3017