Questions for Your Academic Program Checklist
1. Is the Program in Demand?
Relevancy must top your checklist for determining the best academic program for your institution. If students aren’t interested in the subjects available for content licensing, all your effort will be wasted.
To answer this question, start by assessing the workforce and industry demands. Look at local employment trends, which can benefit students and employers in your area. In-demand skills are top of mind for MedCerts Partner Solutions, as we not only offer opportunities for content licensing in two of the fastest-growing industries nationwide, healthcare and IT, but we focus on specializations where we see talent gaps, like geriatric care
Look at any skills gaps that may be hindering businesses in your area from filling vacancies. Then, research the certification programs that students need to find jobs quickly. By offering the necessary training, your institution will provide a valuable service to your local economy.
2. Is the Program Outcomes-Driven?
The second important consideration when choosing an academic program is whether it gets results. Programs may claim to meet the needs of the ever-changing workplace, but not if students aren’t graduating and finding jobs.
To check this off your list, first evaluate the completion rates of the students.
Then, look closer at why: Students who require flex learning often benefit from a robust structure of support that must be built into the academic institution. MedCerts, for example, offers career coaching, employment partnerships and wraparound support.
3. What Instructional Delivery Models Are Best?
The final question to consider is whether the delivery models fit with the current best practices of online academic institutions. If the program isn’t engaging or relevant, students may not complete the coursework.
MedCerts programs work thanks to online, simulation-based instructional models. Students can benefit from interactive learning that is easily retained. Adult learning principles, such as flexibility, are built into the programs. Students can work at their own pace, making success more likely.
Check the Boxes for the Right Academic Program
The right academic program for your institution must offer in-demand skills and industry-recognized certifications, and it must get results. To be successful, it must deliver instruction with a model that follows best practices. It’s a lot to consider, but it’s worth the time to research before choosing where to license content.
If you have more questions about how MedCerts can help expand your curriculum, connect online today.
