Coursework Reimbursement. 1. The Cuyahoga DD shall reimburse employees for actual expenses for tuition fees for approved courses and/or training that are taken in a live classroom environment or with a distance learning component to a maximum of $5,000 per contract year. Coursework must be taken from a fully accredited college or university. 2. Courses which are specifically related to the employee's position or are necessary to meet certification requirements will be approved. Courses will be considered that will offer the employee growth and development opportunities for any and all position within the Cuyahoga DD. 3. Employees are encouraged to submit coursework for pre-approval with the Human Resources department. If the staff member does not request and receive pre-approval, coursework reimbursement cannot be guaranteed. Requests for approval and reimbursement must be submitted within 3 months of course completion. Approval or rejection will be received in ten (10) days. 4. The employee must receive a letter grade of “C” or better or Pass in P/F option in order to be reimbursed.
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Sources: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement