Common use of Qualifying Education Clause in Contracts

Qualifying Education. The submission of any units of college credit, certificate or degree shall be from an institution of higher learning accredited or recognized through the Office of the State Fire Marshal or the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities (WASCACSCU) or equivalent accrediting institution for units earned from an institution outside the State of California prior to employment with the City of Burbank. Upon employment with the City of Burbank, all coursework from an institution outside the State of California must be verified classroom participation and accreditation through an organization of the same stature as WASCACSCU. NOTE: Any classes taken through the approved alternate means must have access to an instructor. It is incumbent upon the employee to provide proof of compliance with this section. Any questions pertaining to this pay should be addressed prior to the enrollment in the class, program or school.