We're here to help you grow as a person and employee! Our Classified Professional Development fund can assist you as a classified professional to attend and participate in professionally relevant conferences, workshops, courses, and memberships.
Applications must be received before the activity start date. Applications for past activities will not be considered. Advanced studies (Higher education courses/programs) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
All classified professionals are eligible for funding upon completion of their initial trial service. Applications are reviewed monthly and award funds on a first-come, first-served basis.
Provided funding is available, individuals can receive up to $3,900 per fiscal year in professional development reimbursements.There is a $3,900 maximum per department, per fiscal year maximum as well.
Next Application Deadline: Sep. 15, at 11:59 PM.
Applications are due on the third Tuesday of each month. Please allow up to two weeks after the deadline for notification of the committee's decision.
Pursue a Degree or Certificate program (long- and multi-term programs)
- Reimbursement for individuals up to $975 for terms lasting 12 weeks or less and up to $1300 for terms lasting more than 12 weeks.
- Applies to out-of-pocket tuition, fees, and textbooks after tuition waivers, grants, scholarships, or other free money.
- A direct manager must approve classes taken during normal work hours.
- Grades or proof of certification are required for reimbursement.
- Course supplies, late fees, and electronic payment fees are not eligible for reimbursement.
- Funded by the Advanced Studies fund.
Take a Class
- Reimbursement for individuals up to $975, regardless of class length.
- Applies to out-of-pocket tuition, fees, and textbooks after tuition waivers, grants, scholarships, or other free money.
- A direct manager must approve classes taken during normal work hours.
- Grades are required to prove completion.
- Course supplies, late fees, and electronic payment fees are not eligible for reimbursement.
- Funded by the Advanced Studies fund.
Attend a Conference, Workshop, Seminar, or other Short-term Training
- Reimbursement for individuals up to $975 per activity.
- Applicable to registration fees, per diem hotel accommodations, per diem meals & incidentals (M&IE), parking, and mileage. See GSA per diem rates for hotel and M&IE maximums.
- Only the most economical mode of transportation can be reimbursed.
- Meals that are offered at the event must be deducted from meal reimbursement, whether or not you avail yourself of them.
- Only the most economical parking option can be reimbursed (valet parking is not eligible).
- Funded by the Professional Development fund.
Membership, Subscription, Fellowship, Professional Licensure, and Certification Dues and Fees
- Reimbursement for individuals up to $975 per instance.
- Applicable to fees and dues.
- Funded by the Professional Development fund.
Applications
Training and short-term courses
Conference, single course, workshop, seminar, and expo
Long- or multi-term courses/advanced studies
Degree and Certifications
Reimbursement is Available to Departments and Employees
Employee Out-of-pocket Reimbursement
If your request for funds is approved, you will receive an award email from Monica Hancock via Smartsheet within two weeks of the application due date. Please follow the steps in the award email.
Out-of-pocket expenses can be reimbursed using the the Classified Professional Development Reimbursement Request form. Some professional development expenses can be made in advance of activity completion and requests should be made no later than 14 days after completion. Proof of attendance/successful completion is required.
You can sign up for direct deposit through College Finance's reimbursement direct deposit form (different from Payroll direct deposit).
Department Reimbursements
To facilitate department reimbursements, please have your department admin contact Monica Hancock at x5111 or hancockm@lanecc.edu.
Direct Charge
Some professional development expenses can be paid directly by CPD. Proof of attendance/successful completion is required. Failure to provide proof within 30 days of completion will result in the requirement of repayment to the college and elimination from consideration for future professional development fund awards. Please contact Monica Hancock for details at x5111 or hancockm@lanecc.edu.
How Funds Cannot Be Used:
- Required training, certifications, and licenses mandated by external agencies, employment contracts, or the employee's department.
- Tools, computers, and supplies recommended or required for courses.
- Courses involving sports, games, or hobbies, unless required for the employee's degree program.
- Health- and wellness-related activities.