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Liberal Arts Instruction/Academic Support/Student Services
Discipline Education in Field Related Work Experience Rating/License/Certificate
HUMANITIES
American Studies Master's    
Art (Applied and Studio)

a) Master's in Art or Fine Art

or

b) Master recognition by Applied Art Community

 

 

b) 10 years

 
Art (History and Theory) Master's    
Art (New Media)

a) Master's in Fine Arts in Studio Art with the specialization in new media art or a related area of study (i.e. design, animation, digital art, digital media, multi-media, computer graphics, film, etc)



or




b) Any Master's degree with coursework in new media art or a related area of study;



or




c) Any Bachelor's degree with coursework in new media art or a related area of study;



or




d) Any Associate's degree with coursework in new media art or a related area of study.

a) 1 year related industry experience















b) 3 years related industry experience









c) 5 years related industry experience









d) 7 years related industry experience

 
Asian Studies Master's    
Communication Master's    
Dance (Performance Oriented)

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

or

c) Master recognition by Dance Community


 

b) 3 years

 

c)10 years

 
Drama and Theatre

a) Master's

or

b) Master recognition by Drama and Theatre Community


 

b) 10 years

 
Drama (Performance Oriented)

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

or

c) Master recognition by Drama Performance Community


 

b) 3 years

 

c) 10 years

 
English (Literature, Writing, ESL)

a) Master's in English

or

b) Master's in <sub-discipline of courses to be taught>

or

c) Master's in Fine Arts (Creative Writing)

   
Filipino Studies

a) Master's in Asian Studies (Specialization in Philippine Studies)

   

or
b) Master's in a Philippine language with at least 9 credits of advanced and/or graduate level coursework or research topic focused on Filipino areas

or
c) Master's in Ethnic or American Studies with at least 15 credits of advanced and/or graduate level coursework or research topic focused on Filipino areas.

or
d) Master's in any Humanities with at least 15 credits of advanced and/or graduate level coursework or research topic focused on Filipino areas

or
e) Bachelor's in Ethnic Studies, Asian Studies, or Philippine Studies with at least 15 credits of advanced and/or graduate level coursework or research topic focused on Filipino areas

e) 3 years

General Humanities Master's (in any Humanities area)    
Hawaiian Studies

a) Master's Degree in Hawaiian Studies,

or

b) Master's Degree in Hawaiian language with at least 9 credits of advanced and/or graduate level coursework focused on Native Hawaiian areas,

or

c) Bachelor's Degree in Hawaiian Studies,

or

d) Master's Degree with at least 15 credits of advanced and/or graduate level coursework or research topic focused on Native Hawaiian areas,

or

e) Master recognition in a specific area of Hawaiian knowledge as recognized by the Hawaiian community in that area








c) 3 years




e) 10 years
 
History Master's    
Journalism

a) Master's

or

b) Master's in English with Bachelor's in Journalism

or

c) Bachelor's in Journalism

 


 

 

 

c) 3 years

 
Languages with widely available Master's degrees



Chinese, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, etc.

Functionally native oral and written fluency in <language>, the ability to communicate in English, and one of the following:

a) Master's in <language> (language or literature);

or

b) Master's in <language> as a Second Language;

or

c) Master's in the study of the culture or history of the people who speak <language>

or

d) Master's in Linguistics, ESL, Education or another language.  At least 12 credits of advanced coursework in second language methodology, <language> literature, <language> culture, or any combination thereof.

   
Languages without widely available Master's degrees



Tagalog, Samoan, Hawaiian, etc.





(Can omit from advertisement items (a) - (h) that do not currently exist or are not applicable to the language being advertised)

Functionally native oral and written fluency in <language>, the ability to communicate in English, and one of the following:

a) Master's in <language> (language or literature);

or

b) Master's in <language> as a Second Language;

or

c) Master's in the study of the culture or history of the people who speak <language>;

or

d) Master's in Linguistics, ESL, Education or another language.  At least 12 credits of advanced coursework in second language methodology, <language> literature, <language> culture, or any combination thereof.

or

e) Bachelor's in <language> (language or literature);

or

f) Bachelor's in <language> as a Second Language;

or

g) Bachelor's in the study of the culture or history of the people who speak <language>;

or

h) Bachelor's in Linguistics, ESL, Education or another language.  At least 12 credits of advanced coursework in second language methodology, <language> literature, <language> culture, or any combination thereof.






















 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


e) 3 years

 


f) 3 years




g) 3 years


 


h) 3 years

 
Linguistics Master's    
Literature:



East Asian Literature, European Literature, Indo-Pacific Literature

Written fluency in <language> and one of the following:



a) Master's degree in <language> (language or literature);

or

b) Master's degree in <language> as a Second Language.

   
Music (History and Theory) Master's    
Music (Performance Oriented)

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

or

c) Master recognition by Music Community


 

b) 3 years

 

c) 10 years

 
Pacific Studies

a) Master's (Focus on Hawaiian and/or Pacific Islands areas)

or

b) Bachelor's


 

b) 3 years

 
Philosophy Master's    
Religion Master's    
Speech Master's in Speech, Communicology, Communication, Communication Studies or Speech Communication.    
Telecommunications

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's


 

b) 3 years

 
NATURAL SCIENCES
Animal Science (Veterinarian) Faculty Positions






DVM




2 years related work or teaching experience Hawai‘i State Veterinarian license.  If no qualified applicants available others not in possession of a Hawai‘i State Veterinarian license will be considered on an Acting Instructor basis .  License must be obtained within 6  months of hire date.
Animal Science (Veterinary Technician) Faculty Positions






Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology (LVT, CVT, RVT) from an AVMA accredited program








2 years related work or teaching experience




Successful completion of the Veterinary Technician National Exam
Biological Sciences [Biology, Botany, Microbiology, Zoology (except Human Anatomy and Physiology), Biomedical Sciences] Master's in <biological science discipline>    
Chemistry Master's in Chemistry or Biochemistry; or Master's in Chemical Engineering, Geochemistry, Chemical Oceanography, Organic Chemistry, Forensics Chemistry, Chemical Physics, or Environmental Chemistry with 18 credits of advanced coursework in Chemistry or
Biochemistry. ("Advanced" coursework" is defined as 300-400 level courses offered in a bachelor's program.)
   
Earth Sciences Master's degree in Geology, Geophysics, Earth Sciences, or Earth and Planetary Sciences.    
Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical) Master's in <engineering discipline>    
Food and Nutritional Science/Food Science and Human Nutrition

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's


 

b) 3 years (non-transfer courses only)

 
General Science a) Master's in appropriate Science area, i.e.

  Master's in any biological science for any biological science courses

  b) Master's in any physical science for any physical science courses
   
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Global Positioning System (GPS)

Master's in one of the following fields:

a) Business

or

b) Computer Science

or

c) Geography
 

or

d) Natural Science


a-d) 1 year of formal education training and/or experiential background with Arc View GIS software

 
Human Anatomy and Physiology

a) Master's in <subject>

or

b) Master's in Zoology, or any Health or Biological Science with 9 credits graduate coursework in vertebrate anatomy and/or physiology.

   
Mathematics










a) Master's

or

b) Master's in Math Education with 18 credits of advanced coursework in math of which 9 credits are at the graduate level1

or

c) Master's of Art in Teaching Math with 18 credits of advanced coursework in math, at least 9 of which are at the graduate level1

or

d) Master's in STEM-related field2 with 18 credits of advanced coursework in math1

   
Oceanography Master's    
Pharmacology

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

or

c) Doctor of Pharmacology, Medicine or Osteopathy


 

b) 3 years

a-c) Current State Licensure
Physical Sciences (Astronomy, Physics) Master's in <physical science discipline>    
Polynesian Voyaging

a) Master's in Natural Science;

or

b) Master's in Education with a Bachelor's in Natural Science

Experience in sailing, boat maintenance, navigation, and crew management, which includes experience in sailing Polynesian vessels. Ability to swim at least 500 yards and tread water for at least 30 minutes in the open ocean.  Medical clearance for engaging in outdoor sailing activities.
Technical Science (non-baccalaureate course)

a) Master's in <technical science discipline>

or

b) Bachelor's





b) 3 years

 
Tropical Forest

Ecosystem and Agro Forestry Management (TEAM)
Master's Degree in geography, biological sciences, environmental sciences, natural resources, conservation ecology, agriculture, forestry or related field2    
SOCIAL SCIENCES
American Studies Master's    
Anthropology Master's    
Economics Master's    
Geography Master's    
Human Development (Family Resources) UH CC System

a) Master's in Human Development (Family Resources)

or

b) Master's Family & Consumer Sciences (Family Resources)

or

c) Master's in Human Development

or

d) Master's in Psychology, social Work, Education, Sociology, Nursing or Public Health with 12 credits of advanced coursework in Human Development (life span).

   
Human Development (Family Resources) Honolulu CC Only


Master's degree in Human Development (Family Resources), Psychology (Developmental), or Social Work.    
Political Science Master's    
Psychology Master's    
Sociology Master's    
Women's Studies

a) Master's

or

b) Master's in <appropriate discipline> (Art, History, etc.)

   
OTHER ACADEMIC DISCIPLINES
Developmental/Remedial Studies, Learning Skills







     Instruction limited to developmental studies only

a) Master's

or

b) Master's in Education and Bachelor's in <subject>

or

c) M.Ed. <subject>

or

d) Master's in STEM-related field 3

or

e) Bachelor's in <subject>








 

 

d) Five years teaching (in subject area) experience, including high school teaching experience

 
Learning Resource Center Masters degree; must be qualified for appointment to a faculty position at the College 3 years in one or more of the following: learning center coordination, community college teaching, curriculum development, counseling, teaching English as a second language, teaching developmental English or teaching developmental math, non-instructional faculty providing learning support (i.e. librarian, educational technologist)  
Physical Education

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's


 

b) 3 years

 
Learning Disabilities

a) Master's in Learning Disabilities

or

b) Master's in Special Education

or

c) Master's in Educational Psychology

or

d) Master's in related field with training in differential diagnosis of individuals with learning disabilities4

   
Reading

a) Master's in Reading

or

b) Master's in Education with reading specialty

or

c) Master's in English, ESL or Linguistics.  At least 12 credits in the teaching of reading.

   
Sign Language

Functionally native fluency in ASL (ASL proficiency interview level 4 or 5), training/education in ASL teaching methodology (e.g. American Sign Instructors Guidance Network, or Signing Naturally Teachers Training) and one of the following:

a) Master's in ASL, ASL studies, literature, or linguistics;

or

b) Master's in Linguistics;

or

c) Master's in Teaching ASL;

or

d) Master's in Deaf Studies;

or

e) Master's in Signed Communication;

or

f) Master's in Deaf Education;

or

g) Master's in Education;

or

h) Master's in ESL;

or

i) Master's in Related field (Special Education, Foreign Languages, Foreign Language Instruction or Interpreting).

or

j) Bachelor's in ASL, ASL studies, literature or linguistics;



or



k) Bachelor's in Linguistics;

or

l) Bachelor's in Teaching ASL;

or

m) Bachelor's in Deaf Studies;

or

n) Bachelor's in Signed Communication;

or

o) Bachelor's in Deaf Education

or

p) Bachelor's in Education;

or

q) Bachelor's in ESL;

or

r) Bachelor's in Related field (Special Education, Foreign Languages, Foreign Language Instruction, or Interpreting).
































 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

j-r) 3 years of related work experience and the ability to communicate in written English.

     

 
Writing

a) Master's in Writing

or

b) Master's in Education with writing specialty

or

c) Master's in English, ESL or Linguistics

   
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Curriculum Specialist Master's in <subject area offered> at the Community Colleges    
Educational Communication and Technology Master's Degree in: Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Learning Design and Technology, Instructional Technology, Instructional Design and Technology, Instructional Design and Development, Educational Communication and Technology, Instructional Systems Technology, or Learning Experience and Design.    
Institutional Assessment Coordinator Master's Degree in any field or discipline offered at the College.  Applicant must meet the minimum qualifications for appointment to a faculty position. 3 years of instructional, counseling and/or other related higher education experience, of which at least one year must include assessment experience.  
Library Master's    
Student Services

(Counseling)

(Note: with prior approval mqs may be tailored to meet specific requirements by combining with other faculty mqs when appropriate.)

(a) Master's in Counseling and Guidance, Counseling Psychology, College Student Personnel Services, Human Resources (to include both CTAHR and Personnel), Communications or related field5


or


(b) Bachelor's in Counseling and Guidance, Counseling Psychology, College Student Personnel Services, Human Resources (to including both CTAHR and Personnel), Communications or related field5





(b) 3 years

 
Student Services

(Mental Health Professional)

(a) Masters degree from an accredited program in social work, counseling, or related field eligible for licensure as Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor by State of Hawai‘i Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs


or


(b) Doctoral degree in psychology or educational psychology from a regionally accredited institution of higher education or in clinical psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) approved program in clinical psychology.

 

(a) Current State of Hawai‘i license as Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor

or


(b) Current State of Hawai‘i license as a Psychologist

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Vocational
Discipline Education in Field Related Work Experience Rating/License/Certificate
BUSINESS (Experience must be within the last 5 years)
Accounting
transfer and non-transfer courses

a) Master's in Accounting (Macc)

or

b) Master's in Business Administration (MBA) including 18 credits in Accounting (undergraduate and/or graduate - 300 level or higher)

or

c) Bachelor's in Accounting

or

d) Bachelor's in related fields such as Business Administration (in areas other than Accounting) including 18 credits Accounting (undergraduate and/or graduate - 300 level or higher)

or

e) Bachelor's in any field

a) None

 

b) None

 


c) 3 years in accounting

 

d) 5 years in Accounting

 

 

 

 

 




e) CPA/CMA or equivalent professional accounting certification (in the USA)

Business Analysis & Statistics

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

 

b) 3 years

 
Business (General Business, Finance, Management, Marketing)

a) Master's in <business discipline>

or

b) MBA

or

c) Bachelor's in <business discipline>

 

 


c) 3 years

 
Business Law

a) Master's in Business Administration or Master's in Accountancy with coursework in Business Law

or

b)
Law Degree

   
Business Technology

(Formerly known as Office Administration and Technology)

a) Master's degree in Business Education

or

b) Master's degree in a Business related field6 with a minimum of 18 credits in Business Technology or Administrative Support courses7

or

c) Bachelor's degree in Business Education

or

d)
Bachelor's degree in Business related field6 with a minimum of 18 credits in Business Technology or Administrative Support courses7

or

e) Bachelor's degree in any field

 

 

 

c) 3 years of related work experience8




d) 3 years of related work experience8

 

e) 5 years of related work experience8

 
Finance (Insurance, Real Estate)

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

 

b) 3 years

 
Information and Computer Science

a) Master's in Information & Computer Sciences, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information & Communication Technology, Information Technology, Information Security and Assurance, Information Systems, System and Network Administration, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.

or

b) Bachelor's Degree in Information & Computer Sciences, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information & Communication Technology, Information Technology, Information Security and Assurance, Management Information Systems, System and Network Administration, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

b) 3 years

 
Information Technology

a) Master's in Information & Computer Science

or

b) Master's in Business with coursework in business computer applications

or

c) Master's in Education Technology with coursework in computer applications

or

d) Bachelor's in Information and Computer Science

or

e) Bachelor's in Business with coursework in business computer applications

or

f) Bachelor's in any field

or

g) Associate degree in Business with some coursework in business computer applications

or

h) 15 college credits in Business with some coursework in business computer applications

or

i) Master recognition by Business Community in computer applications

 

 

 

 

 

d) 3 years

 

e) 3 years





f) 5 years incl. training

 

g) 5 years incl. training

 

h) 7 years incl. training

 

i) 10 years incl. training

 
Sales and Management (Management, Marketing, Merchandising)

a) Master's (MBA)

or

b) Bachelor's (BBA)

 

b) 3 years

 
HOSPITALITY EDUCATION
Food Services

a) Bachelor's

or

b) Associate Degree

or

c) 15 college credits

or

d) Master recognition by Food Services Community

a) 3 years which may include
professional training.

b) 5 years which may include professional training.

c) 7 years which may include professional training.

d) 10 years

 
Hospitality & Tourism

a) Master's degree in hospitality, travel, or tourism

or

b) MBA

or

 

c) Bachelor's degree in hospitality, travel, or tourism

 

or

d) Bachelor's degree in any field

or

 

e) Associate's degree in hospitality, travel, or tourism

or

 

f)
15 college credits 

 

b) 2 years of relevant work experience in the hospitality & tourism field of which at least 1 year must include industry work experience

c) 3 years of relevant work experience in the hospitality & tourism field of which at least 2 years must include industry work experience




d) 5 years of relevant work experience in the hospitality & tourism field of which at least 3 years must include industry work experience

e) 5 years of relevant work experience in the hospitality & tourism field of which at least 3 years must include industry work experience

f) 7 years of relevant work experience in the hospitality & tourism field of which at least 5 years must include industry management or supervisory experience

 
HEALTH SERVICE TECHNOLOGY
Health Information Technology a) Master's degree in any field

or

b) Bachelor's degree in any field

b) 3 years of related work experience

a-b) Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
Community Health Worker

a) Master's in any field

or

b) Master's in a health-related field, of which
15 credits are in Community Health

or

c) Bachelor's in any field

or

d) Bachelor's in a health-related field, of which 15 credits are in Community Health

a) 2 years of experience in developing and delivering community health education program




c) 5 years of experience in developing & delivering community health education programs


d) 3 years of experience in developing & delivering  community health education programs

 
Dental Assisting (Program Administrator)

a) Bachelor's degree or higher in any field

or

b) Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medical Dentistry (DMD)

a) 3 years occupational experience in the application of four-handed dentistry principles, either as a dental assistant or working with a chairside assistant.

a) Dental Assisting National Board "Certified Dental Assistant"

or

b) Dentist licensed to practice in State of Hawai‘i.
     

Dental Assisting (Instructional Faculty)

a) Bachelor's degree or higher in Health Sciences or Biological Sciences.

or

b) Certification as a Dental Assistant; AND Baccalaureate degree or higher in any field.

or

c) Certification as a Dental Assistant; AND Associate degree in any field.

a) 3 years of experience with teaching in health education courses or programs and/or work experience in dental assisting.

or

b) 5 years of experience with teaching in health education courses or programs and/or work experience in dental assisting.

or

c) 7 years of experience with teaching and/or work experience in dental assisting. Must have background in and current knowledge of the specific subjects they are teaching.

a) Must have current Dental Assisting National Board "Certified Dental Assistant" and any current dental assisting credential required by the State of Hawai‘i.

b) Must have current Dental Assisting National Board "Certified Dental Assistant" and any current dental assisting credential required by the State of Hawai‘i.

or

c) Must have current Dental Assisting National Board "Certified Dental Assistant" and any current dental assisting credential required by the State of Hawai‘i.
     

Dental Hygiene

a) Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DDM)

or

b) Master's in Health or Health related field and
Bachelor's degree in dental hygiene

or

c) Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene

or

d) Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene and a baccalaureate degree in any field




c) 3 years




d) 5 years

a) Current State of Hawai‘i License

 

b) Current State of Hawaii License and certified in the administration of intra-oral infiltration local anesthesia and intra-oral block anesthesia by and accredited dental hygiene school or by a certification program previously approved by the Board of Dental Examiners

 

c) Related work experience and current certified dental hygienist plus current State of Hawaii license and certified in the administration of intra-oral infiltration local anesthesia and intra-oral block anesthesia by an accredited dental hygiene school or by a certification program previously approved by the Board of Dental Examiners





d) Related work experience and registered dental hygienist plus current State of Hawaii license and certified in the administration of intra-oral infiltration local anesthesia and intra-oral block anesthesia by an accredited dental hygiene school or by a certification program previously approved by the Board of Dental Examiners

Dietetic Technician

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

 

b) 3 years

 
MICT, EMT, continuing medical education, first responder

a) Master's in Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Nursing or EMS

or

b) Bachelor's in Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Nursing or EMS

 

or

c) Certification as a Paramedic; AND a Baccalaureate degree in any field

 

or

 

d) Associate Degree in MICT

 

 

or

 

e) Medical Doctor

b) 3 years related work experience which should include postsecondary teaching; at least one of the three years must be professional EMS (EMT or MICT) experience.


c) 5 years related work experience which should include postsecondary teaching; at least 2 of the 5 years must be professional EMS (EMT or MICT) experience.

 

d) 10 years related work experience which should include postsecondary teaching; at least 3 of the 10 years must be professional EMS (EMT or MICT) experience.

a-d) Current EMT-P certification by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, and current Hawai‘i certification as a MICT (or certification in progress); OR Registered Nurse and a current Hawai‘i State license as an RN;
AND
Current ACLS Instructor certification; current PHTLS Instructor certification (or equivalent), current PALS instructor certification (or equivalent), and Hazardous Materials Awareness certification (or equivalent)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 




e) Current Hawaii license as an M.D.; current ACLS instructor certification; board eligible, or board certified in emergency medicine

Emergency Medical Service (Medical Director) M.D. Physician with emergency medical exp. as required by the National Standard Curriculum for course(s) to be taught. Licensed Physician
Health

a) Master's (Health or Health related field)

or

b)
Bachelor's (Health or Health related field)

or

c) Associate Degree (Health or Health related field) and a Baccalaureate degree in any field

 

b) 3 years




c) 5 years

a-c) Certificates as appropriate, e.g., First Aid, CPR
    
Medical Assisting (MEDA)

a) Master's degree in a health-related field9

or

b)
Baccalaureate degree in a health-related field9

or

c) Certification as a Medical Assistant; AND a Baccalaureate degree in any field

or

d) Associate Degree in Medical Assisting or health-related field9

or

e) Certificate in Medical Assisting with 30 or more related college credits

 

b & c) 3 years healthcare experience including a minimum of 160 hours in an ambulatory healthcare setting.

 

d) 5 years healthcare experience including a minimum of 160 hours in an ambulatory healthcare setting.

 

e) 7 years healthcare experience including a minimum of 160 hours in an ambulatory healthcare setting.

a-e) Current certification as a Medical Assistant by a credentialing organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

 

 

Medical Assisting Program Director

a) Master's degree in a health-related field9 with academic instruction in educational theory and techniques

or

b)
Baccalaureate degree in a health-related field9 with academic instruction in educational theory and techniques.

or

c) Associate degree in Medical Assisting or health-related field9 with academic instruction in educational theory and techniques.

a) 3 years healthcare experience including a minimum of 160 hours in an ambulatory healthcare setting and a minimum one year teaching experience in postsecondary and/or vocational/technical education.

 

b) 5 years healthcare experience including a minimum of 160 hours in an ambulatory healthcare setting and a minimum one year teaching experience in postsecondary and/or vocational/technical education.

 

c) 7 years healthcare experience including a minimum of 160 hours in an ambulatory healthcare setting and a minimum one year teaching experience in postsecondary and/or vocational/technical education.

a to c) Current certification as a Medical Assistant by a credentialing organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

 

 

Medical Lab Technician Program Director Master's degree in Health or Health-related field 3 years of teaching experience with knowledge of education methods & administration & current NAACLS accreditation procedures & certification procedures. ASCP BOC U.S. generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Technologist.  Plus current State of Hawai‘i license.
Medical Lab Technician Instructors

a) Master's degree in Health or Health-related field

or

b) Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)

or

c) Bachelor's degree in any field or discipline and Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT).

a) At least three years of work experience in a clinical setting.


b) At least three years of work experience in a clinical setting.


c) At least three years of work experience in a clinical setting.

a) Plus current Hawai‘i MLS/MLT State license.


b) Plus current Hawai‘i MLS State license.


c) Plus current Hawai‘i MLS State license.

Medical Record Technician

a) Master's (Medical Records Administration)

or

b) Bachelor's (Medical Records Administration)

or

c) Associate Degree (Medical Records Administration or Medical Assisting) and a Baccalaureate degree in any field

 


b) 3 years


 

c) 5 years

a-b) Current Regis. Records
     

 

 




c) Current Accred. Records Tech

Nursing
  Nurses Aide

a) Bachelor's in Science in Nursing

or

 

b) Associate Degree in Nursing

or

 

c) Diploma in Nursing

a) At least two years of nursing experience, with at least one year in the provision of long-term care facility services.
Must have completed a course in teaching adults or have experience in teaching adults or supervising nurses aides.

b) At least two years of nursing experience with at least one year  in the provision of long-term care facility services.
Must have completed a course in teaching adults or have experience in teaching adults or supervising nurses aides.

c) At least two years of nursing experience with at least one year  in the provision of long-term care facility services.
Must have completed a course in teaching adults or have experience in teaching adults or supervising nurses aides.

a-c) RN eligible for Hawai‘i State License.  License required by effective date of employment.
 Practical Nursing Instructor

a) MSN

or

 

b) BSN

a) At least one year of hospital experience in one of the areas of teaching responsibility. Preferably this experience will have been gained within the last five years of date of application.




b) At least three years of hospital experience in one of the areas of teaching responsibility. Preferably this experience will have been gained within the last five years of date of application.

a) RN eligible for Hawai‘i State License. License required by effective date of employment.




b) RN eligible for Hawai‘i State License. License required by effective date of employment.
 Practical Nursing Lab or
Clinical Instructor

a) MSN

or

 

b) BSN

a) At least one year of hospital experience in one of the areas of teaching responsibility. Preferably this experience will have been gained within the last five years of date of application.




b) At least three years of hospital experience in one of the areas of teaching responsibility. Preferably this experience will have been gained within the last five years of date of application.

a) RN eligible for Hawai‘i State License. License required by effective date of employment.




b) RN eligible for Hawai‘i State License. License required by effective date of employment.
 Practical Nursing Program Director

MSN with academic credits in curriculum development, evaluation, or teaching methods.

Academic preparation for administration or administrative experience or both.

RN eligible for Hawai‘i State License. License required by effective date of employment.
 Registered Nurse Instructor MSN At least one year of hospital experience in one of the areas of teaching responsibility. Preferably this experience will have been gained within the last five years of date of application. RN eligible for Hawai‘i State License. License required by effective date of employment.
 Registered Nurse Lab or
Clinical Instructor

a) MSN

or

 

b) BSN

a) At least one year of hospital experience in one of the areas of teaching responsibility. Preferably this experience will have been gained within the last five years of date of application.




b) At least three years of hospital experience in one of the areas of teaching responsibility. Preferably this experience will have been gained within the last five years of date of application.

a) RN eligible for Hawai‘i State License. License required by effective date of employment.




b) RN eligible for Hawai‘i State License. License required by effective date of employment.
 Registered Nurse Program Director MSN with academic credits in curriculum development, evaluation, or teaching methods. Academic preparation for administration or administrative experience or both. RN eligible for Hawai‘i State License. License required by effective date of employment.
Occupational Therapy Assistant,
Program Director
Master's degree in any field*

NOTE: The master's degree is not limited to a master's degree in occupational therapy.
* A master's degree or a baccalaureate degree that was awarded prior to July 1, 2015, from an institution that was not regionally or nationally accredited, is considered acceptable to meet this standard; for degrees from institutions in countries other than the United States, ACOTE® will determine an alternative and equivalent external review process. 

5 years of experience in occupational therapy which must include:
- one year of experience in a full-
  time appointment with teaching
  responsibilities at the post-
  secondary level.
- clinical practice as OT or OTA;
- administrative experience
  including program planning &
  implementation, personnel
  management, evaluation &
  budgeting;
- understanding of & experience
  with OTAs.
Current OT or OTA Hawai‘i State licensure.
Occupational Therapy Assistant,
Academic Fieldwork Coordinator
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy
(OT)*

NOTE: The master's degree is not limited to a master's degree in occupational therapy.
* A master's degree or a baccalaureate degree that was awarded prior to July 1, 2015, from an institution that was not regionally or nationally accredited, is considered acceptable to meet this standard; for degrees from institutions in countries other than the United States, ACOTE® will determine an alternative and equivalent external review process. 

3 years of experience in field work supervision or 3 years of experience in teaching, curriculum development & administration in an accredited OT or OTA program. Current OT or OTA Hawai‘i State licensure.
Occupational Therapy Assistant,
Program Core Faculty
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy
(OT)*

NOTE: The master's degree is not limited to a master's degree in occupational therapy.
* A master's degree or a baccalaureate degree that was awarded prior to July 1, 2015, from an institution that was not regionally or nationally accredited, is considered acceptable to meet this standard; for degrees from institutions in countries other than the United States, ACOTE® will determine an alternative and equivalent external review process.

3 years of experience in occupational therapy, one of which is in teaching in an OT or OTA program. Current OT or OTA Hawai‘i State licensure.
Physical Therapist Assistant,
Program Director
Master's degree in Physical Therapy (PT)*

*NOTE: All education is a minimum degree for each role and must be from a CAPTE  accredited physical therapist education program.

5 years (or equivalent), full-time post licensure experience that includes a minimum of 3 years (or equivalent) of full-time clinical experience;
- didactic and/or clinical teaching
  experience;
- administrative experience;
- educational theory and
  methodology, instructional design
  & methodology, student
  evaluation & outcome
  assessment in a PTA program
  including equivalent of nine
  academic semester credits of
  coursework in educational
  foundations.
NOTE: Completion of APTA's Education Leadership Institute constitutes nine academic credits.
Current license/certification to practice as a PT or PTA in the State of Hawai‘i.
Physical Therapist Assistant,
Program Clinical Education Coordinator
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy (PT)*

*NOTE: All education is a minimum degree for each role and must be from a CAPTE  accredited physical therapist education program.

3 years of full-time experience in post-licensure clinical practice plus 2 years of clinical practice as a CCCE and/or CI or 2 years of experience in teaching, curriculum development & administration in a PT or PTA program. Current PTA or PT Hawai‘i State licensure.
Physical Therapist Assistant,
Program Core Faculty
Associate Degree in Physical Therapy (PT)*

*NOTE: All education is a minimum degree for each role and must be from a CAPTE  accredited physical therapist education program.

5 years of full time1 (or equivalent) post-licensure clinical experience in teaching clinical physical therapy.

1Full-time: 35 hours per week

Current PT or PTA Hawai‘i State licensure.
Public Health

a) Master's in Public Health (Public Health Science)

or

b) Master's in Epidemiology

or

c) Master's in Health Policy and Management

or

d) Bachelor's (Public Health) and Master's degree in related field15

or

e) Master's in Nursing16

or

f) Doctor of Medicine (MD)16

or

g) Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)16

 

 

 

 

e) 3 years public or community health experience

f) 3 years public or community health experience

g) 3 years public or community health experience

 
Radiologic Technologist
Program Director
Master's Degree Documents eight hours per week of clinical experience in Radiologic Technology for three years; and documents two courses per semester for two years as an instructor in a JRCERT - accredited program; and is proficient in curriculum design, program administration, evaluation, instruction, and academic advising. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists current registration in radiography or equivalent plus current Hawai‘i State licensure
Radiologic Technologist Clinical Coordinator Baccalaureate Degree Documents eight hours per week of clinical experience in Radiologic Technology for two years; and documents two courses per semester for a minimum of one year experience as an instructor in a JRCERT - accredited program; and is proficient in curriculum development, supervision, instruction, evaluation, and academic advising. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists current registration in radiography or equivalent plus current Hawai‘i State licensure
Radiologic Technologist Didactic Program Faculty Baccalaureate Degree Documents eight hours per week of clinical experience in Radiologic Technology for two years; and is qualified to teach Radiologic Technology; and is knowledgeable of course development, instruction, evaluation, and academic advising.   American Registry of Radiologic Technologists current registration in radiography or equivalent plus current Hawai‘i State licensure
Respiratory Care

a) Master's (Health or Health related field)

or

b)
Bachelor's (Respiratory Therapy)

or

c) Associate Degree (Respiratory Therapy) and a Baccalaureate degree in any field

 

b) 3 years

 

c) 5 years

a-c) Current Registered
Respiratory Therapist
School Health Assistant Instructor a) Diploma in Nursing a) Two years of nursing experience; must have completed a course in teaching children, adolescents and/or adults or have experience in teaching children, adolescents and/or adults.  a) RN eligible for Hawai‘i State Licence required by effective date of employment.
Surgical Technology Program Director

a) Bachelor's in any field and certification in Surgical Technology

or

b)
Associate Degree in any field with certification in Surgical Technology

a) 5 years experience in an operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology or a combination of both, within the past ten years.

or

b) 7 years experience in an operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology or a combination of both, within the past ten years.

a-b) Current certification in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
Surgical Technology Instructor

a) Bachelor's in any field and certification in Surgical Technology

or

b)
Associate Degree in any field with certification in Surgical Technology

a) 3 years experience in an operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology or a combination of both, within the past five years.

or

b) 5 years experience in an operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology or a combination of both, within the past five years.

a-b) Current certification in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
PUBLIC SERVICE
TECHNOLOGY
Administration of Justice/
Criminal Justice

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

or

c) Associate Degree

or

d) 15 college credits

 

b) 3 years

 

c) 5 years

 

d) 7 years incl. training

 
Education

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

 

b) 3 years

 
Fire Science/Fire and
Environmental Emergency
Response

a) Bachelor's in Fire Science or related Natural Sciences10

 

or

b) Associate Degree in Fire Science or related Natural Sciences10

or

 

c)
15 college credits

a) 3 years related work experience in Fire Science/Fire and Environmental Emergency Response occupations


b) 5 years related work experience in Fire Science/Fire and Environmental Emergency Response occupations

c) 7 years related work experience in Fire Science/Fire and Environmental Emergency Response occupations

 
Human Services

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

 

b) 3 years

 
Early Childhood Education

a) Master's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field; Child Development, Human Development, Family Resources, Human Ecology, Elementary Education with a specialty in ECE, Early Childhood and Special Education (blended) Elementary and Early Childhood (Dual Preparation) and Curriculum Studies in Early Childhood Education.

or

b) Master's degree in any field and 15 credits in Early Childhood Education (ECE) related courses.

or

c) Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field; Child Development, Human Development, Family Resources, Human Ecology, Elementary Education with a specialty in ECE, Early Childhood and Special Education (blended) Elementary and Early Childhood (Dual Preparation), Social Science with Concentration in Early Childhood Education, and Curriculum Studies in Early Childhood Education.

or

d) Bachelor's degree in any field and 15 credits in Early Childhood Education (ECE) related courses.11

 




b) 1 year

 

c) 3 years

 




d) 5 years

 
Community Service, Social Services, Social Work Master's in Social Work    
Nanny/Nursery Nurse Nursery Nurse Exam. Bd. Certification or equiv.cert. 5 years  
Industrial Education
(Drafting, Electronics,
Indust. Elect., Mach. Shop,
Power Train, Sheet Metal,
Welding, Wood Constr.)

a) Bachelor's

or

b)
Associate Degree

or

c) 15 college credits

a) 3 years





b) 5 years

 

c) 7 years incl. training

a-c) Journeyworker, if
applicable
Law
(Paralegal)

a) Law Degree

or

b)
Bachelor's degree in paralegal

or

c) Any bachelor's degree

or

d)
Any bachelor's degree

a) Experience working with or as a paralegal




b) 3 years

 

c) 3 years





d) 5 years

a) Member in good standing of the Hawai‘i State bar

 

 

c) Recognized post baccalaureate paralegal certificate14

Occupational and Environmental Safety Management

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

or

c) Associate Degree

or

d) 15 college credits

 

b) 3 years

 

c) 5 years

 

d) 7 years incl. training

 
OTHER
TECHNOLOGIES
Advanced Automotive Technology12

a) Bachelor's in Automotive Engineering or
Industrial Education

or

b) Associate Degree

or

c) 15 college credits

a) 3 years




b) 5 years

 

c) 7 years incl. training

a-c) ASE certification in all 8 areas (Master Tech.)
Aeronautics Maintenance

a) Bachelor's

or

b) Associate Degree

or

c) 15 college credits

a) 5 years Per FAA reg.

b) 5 years

 

c) 7 years incl. training

a-c) Current Federal Aviation Admin. (FAA) Airframe & Power Plant License, DME Certifiable
Agriculture

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

 

b) 3 years

 
Sustainable Agriculture

a) Master's degree in agriculture, botany, tropical plant & soil sciences, biological engineering, molecular biosciences & bioengineering, natural resources, natural resources & environmental management, tropical conservation biology & environmental science, biological sciences or ecology.

or

b) Bachelor's degree in agriculture, botany, tropical plant & soil sciences, biological engineering, molecular biosciences & bioengineering, natural resources, natural resources & environmental management, tropical conservation biology & environmental science, biological sciences or ecology.




b) 3 years

 
Auto Body Repair and Painting

a) Associate Degree

or

b) 15 college credits

a) 5 years

 

b) 7 years incl. training

a-b) Journeyworker
Automotive Mechanics Technology

a) Bachelor's in Automotive Engineering or Industrial Education

or

b)
Associate Degree

or

c) 15 college credits

a) 3 years





b) 5 years

 

c) 7 years incl. training

a-c) ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certification in areas to be taught
Blueprint Reading

a) Bachelor's in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Technologies

or

b) Associate Degree

or

c) 15 college credits

a) 3 years




b) 5 years

 

c) 7 years incl. training

 
Building Trades/Industrial Technology

a) Associate Degree

or

b) 15 college credits

a) 5 years

 

b) 7 years incl. training

 
Carpentry

a) Bachelor's degree in any field

a) 5 years including experience as a foreperson or supervisor

 

or b) Associate's Degree in Carpentry or Construction

or b) 5 years

 

or c) 15 credits in Carpentry, Math, or Education or completion of a Department of Labor recognized carpentry apprenticeship program.

or c) 7 years including experience as a foreperson or supervisor

Construction Management

a) Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Technologies or Construction Management

or

b) Bachelor's in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Technologies or Construction Management

or

c) Associate Degree

or

d) 15 college credits




b) 3 years related experience

 

c) 5 years related experience




d) 7 years related experience including training

 

Commercial Aviation
     AVIT 102   (a)
    
     AVIT 104   (b)
     AVIT 202   (c)

     AVIT 203   (d)

     AVIT 205   (e)

     AVIT 208   (f)

     AVIT 214   (g)

     AVIT 250   (h)

     AVIT 251   (i)

     AVIT 252   (j)

     AVIT 253   (k)

     AVIT 254   (l)

     AVIT 255   (m)

a) Bachelor's Degree

or

b) Bachelor's Degree

or

c) Bachelor's Degree /
c) Associate Degree

or

d) Bachelor's Degree /
d) Associate Degree

or

e) Bachelor's Degree
/
e) Associate Degree

or

f) Bachelor's Degree /
f) Associate Degree

or

g) Bachelor's Degree

or

h)
Bachelor's Degree
h) Associate Degree

or

i)
Bachelor's Degree

or

j)
Bachelor's Degree

or

k) Bachelor's Degree

or

l)
Bachelor's Degree

or

m) Bachelor's Degree

a) 1 year flight experience

 

b) 10 years flight exp.

 

c) 5 years airlines exp.
c) 10 years airlines exp.

 

d) 2 years Air Traffic

Control (ATC) exp.
d) 10 years ATC exp.




e) 5 years airline management or operations exp.
e) 10 years flight exp.

f) 5 years flight exp.
f) 10 years flight exp.

 

g)5 yrs. flight instructor exp.

h) 3 years human factors exp.
h) 10 years aviation exp.

i) 2 years flight exp.





j) 2 years flight exp.





k) 2 years flight exp.





l) 2 years flight exp.





m) 2 years flight exp and
1 year multi-engine exp.

a) CFI-A Certification;
FAA Ground Instructor




b) Commercial Pilot License

 

c) Commercial Pilot License




d) Pilot's License

 

e)Commercial Pilot License

 

f) Commercial Pilot License




g)CFI-I with 300 hours
 instructor experience


h) Commercial Pilot License

 


i) CFI-I Certification

 

j) CFI-I Certification


k) CFI-I Certification, or FAA Instructor

 

l) CFI-I Certification





m) CFI-ME Certification

Communications Art

a) Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Fine Arts (MFA),

or

b) Any Master's degree; Must be qualified for appointment to a faculty position at the College,

or

c) Bachelor's degree in any field; Must be qualified for appointment to a faculty position at the College.

a) 1 year of professional work experience (e.g. graphic design, communications, advertising, promotions)

b) 1 year of professional work experience (e.g. graphic design, communications, advertising, promotions)

c) 4 years of professional work experience (e.g. graphic design, communications, advertising, promotions)

 
Computing, Electronics, and Networking Technology (CENT)

a) Master's Degree in one of the following fields: information & computer science, information technology, system and network administration, information security and assurance, or electrical engineering or computer engineering.

or

b) Bachelor's Degree in one of the following fields: information & computer science, information technology, system and network administration, information security and assurance, or electrical engineering or computer engineering.




b) 3 years work experience in one or more related fields of information & computer science, information technology, system and network administration, information security and assurance, or electrical engineering or computer engineering.

 
Computing and Networking courses

a) Master's in Information and Computer Science

or

b) Master's in Electronics or Electrical Engineering with coursework related to courses to be taught

or

c) Bachelor's in Information and Computer Science

or

d) Bachelor's in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

 

 

 

c) 3 years

 

d) 3 years

 
Cosmetology

a) Associate Degree

or

b) 15 college credits

a) 5 years

b) 7 years incl. training

a-b) Current State of Hawai‘i Board of Cosmetology Instructor
Certification
Diesel Mechanics

a) Bachelor's in Automotive Engineering or Industrial Education

or

b) Associate Degree

or

c) 15 college credits

a) 3 years

 

b) 5 years

 

c) 7 years incl. training

a-c) ASE certification in areas 13(Master Tech.) to be taught
Drafting Technology

a) Bachelor's

or

b) Associate Degree

or

c) 15 college credits

a) 3 years

 

b) 5 years

 

c) 7 years incl. training

 
Engineering Option courses

a) Master's in Engineering

or

b) Bachelor of Science in Engineering

or

c) 15 college credits

 

b) 3 years




c) 7 years incl. training

 
Electricity/Electrical Installation and
Maintenance Technology

a) Associate Degree

or

b)
15 college credits

a) 5 years





b) 7 years incl. training

a-b) Current Journeyworker License
  
Electronics Technology

a) Master's in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

or

b) Bachelor's in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

or

c) Associate Degree

or

d) 15 college credits

 

b) 3 years

 

c) 5 years

 

d) 7 years incl. training

 
Fashion Technology

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

or

c) Associate Degree

or

d) 15 college credits

 

b) 3 years

 

c) 5 years

 

d) 7 years incl. training

 
Graphic Arts

a) Associate Degree

or

b) 15 college credits

or

c) Master recognition by Graphic Arts Community

a) 5 years

 

b) 7 years incl. training

 

c) 10 years

 
Home Economics

a) Master's

or

b) Bachelor's

 

b) 3 years

 
Integrated Industrial Technology Instructor

a) Master's degree in one of the following fields: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electronic Technology.

or

b) Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electronic Technology.

or

c) Bachelor's degree

 

b) 3 years work experience in one or more related fields of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electronic Technology.

c) 7 years work experience in one or more related fields of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electronic Technology. 

 




c) International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC) recognized National Certification in Electronics Technology, Controls Technology, or equivalent. 

Machine Shop Technology Associate Degree
15 college credits
5 years
7 years incl. training
Journeyworker
Journeyworker
Marine Technologies:

Boat Maintenance and
Repair (MARMR) Marine
Mechanics (MARMC)
Marine Diesel Maintenance and Repair (MARDS) (within DIESEL programs)
Marine Electricity and Electronics (MAREL) (within ET program)

a) Associate Degree

or

b) 15 college credits

a) 5 years

 

b) 7 years incl. training

 
Metal Working Trades
(Machine Shop, Sheet Metal, Sheet Metal and Plastics, Welding)

a) Associate Degree in <discipline>

or

b) 15 college credits

a) 5 years





b) 7 years incl. training

a-b) Journeyworker, as applicable
Photography and Digital
Art

a) Master's in Fine Arts in Studio Art with a specialization in photography and course work in photography, computer graphics, multimedia design, web design

or

b) Master's degree in any area with course work in photography, computer graphics, multimedia design, web design

or

c) Master's degree in any area

 

 

 

 

 

 




c) 3 years of professional experience in photography, computer graphics, multimedia design or web design

 
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

a) Associate Degree

or

b) 15 college credits

a) 5 years

 

b) 7 years incl. training

a-b) Journeyworker
OTHER
OCCUPATIONAL/
VOCATIONAL PROGRAMS
Cooperative Vocational
Education

a) Master's in any field

or

b) Bachelor's in any field

or

c) Associate in any field

or

d) 15 college credits

 

b) 3 years

 

c) 5 years

 

d) 7 years incl. training

 
Television Production

a) Master's in television or film production or educational communications, or related field

or

b) Bachelor's in television or film production, or educational communications, or related field




b) 3 years

 
Non-Credit
Occupational/Vocational Programs
Education and work experience appropriate to assignment.    

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Footnotes
1"Advanced" coursework" is defined as 300-400 level courses offered in a bachelor's program.  "Graduate level" coursework is defined as post baccalaureate courses at the level specified by the institution where the credits were earned.
2STEM-related fields:  applied math, engineering, physical science, and biological science.
3STEM-related fields: engineering, physical science, biological science or other STEM-related fields that require a minimum of 4-6 math or disciplinary math courses as part of the baccalaureate or masters degree.
4Related field include:  Clinical Psychology, Neuropsychology, Psychology, School Psychology, Social Work, Clinical Social Work, Counseling, Education with specialization in learning or reading disabilities.
5Related fields include: Education (to include all degrees in this field), Family Resources, Human Development, Psychology (to include all degrees in this field), Public Health, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Sociology, and Student Services Personnel.
6Definition of "Business related field" - Business Administration, Management, Accounting, Information Technology, Finance, or any other similar business degree.
7Definition of "Business Technology or Administrative Support courses" - UHCC BUSN alpha courses or similar.
8Definition of "Related work experience" - work experience that includes skills taught in Business Technology Programs, e.g. records management following industry-approved Association for Records Managers and Administrators (ARMA) procedures, document formatting, etc.; and/or secondary or postsecondary Business Education teaching experience.
9Related fields for all include: Nursing, Public Health, Biology, or any Health or Health Science field.
10All Biological Sciences, General Sciences and all Physical Sciences
11Related fields include: Human Development, Family Resources, Human Ecology, and Social work with a specialty in ECE.
12Technical knowledge and trade experience must be at lead technician or shop foreperson level and include automotive diagnostic and repair competencies in the following systems and components: computerized engine, transmission, and air-conditioning controls; electronic fuel injection; front-wheel drive suspension and transaxles; and constant velocity drivelines.
13Master M/H Truck Technician status: T2 - Diesel Engines; T3 - Drive Trains; T4 - Brakes; T5 - Suspension and Steering; T6 - Electrical/Electronic Systems; T7 - Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning and T8 - Preventive Maintenance and Inspection.
14Registered Paralegal (RP) granted by NFPA (National Federation of Paralegal Associations); Certified Legal Assistant/Certified Paralegal (CLA/CP) granted by the Association of Legal Assistants (NALA); Professional Paralegal (PP) granted by NALS (the Association of Legal Professionals) Programs G-401) (2008).  A bachelor's degree in paralegal, any bachelor's degree with a certificate and/or appropriate work experience meets this standard.
15Related fields include: Nursing, Public Health, Psychology, Social Science, and all Biological Sciences.
16For purposes of lecturers and non-tenure track positions only. MQs to be revisited when tenure track positions are created to consider whether current licensing requirements should be part of the MQs.

 

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