| CAMPUSES We deliver courses and programs in communities throughout BC | INFO phone 604.525.5422 or 1.888.865.7764 www.jibc.ca WE VALUE | 2007-2010 Strategic Plan Learning Service Integrity Experiential and applied High quality Educational programs Informed by research Studentcentred Respectful Responsive Business practices Relationships ISO 9001:2000 Registered FM63029 Our Areas of Expertise Our Applied Learning Model ■ experiential learning ~ a strong emphasis on role playing, simulations and practicum settings ■ competency-based instructional design ~ measurable standards of proficiency that reflect expectations of work role performance ■ extended learning ~ the classroom as “home base”, augmented by distance learning, to create substantial interaction and communication amongst learners and faculty ■ emphasis on critical skills and issues ~ for those whose lives are routinely at risk and those who work to keep communities safe ■ expert practitioners as faculty ~ a unique instructional model emphasizing faculty drawn from active, experienced justice and public safety professionals ■ learning linked to employers and the community ~ strong connections to ensure that programs are current and relevant ■ regional delivery model ~ regional campuses increasing accessibility and bringing our programs to communities throughout the province ■ a collaborative approach ~ with educational partners to increase our ability to serve specific regions and specialized markets. The JIBC approach to learning includes a focus on: A range of delivery modes and types of interaction are used to help learners achieve transfer of learning and acquire the skills, knowledge and judgment they require. In particular, this model focuses on the active learning layer. As the chart below demonstrates, applied learning at the JIBC uses peer-based interactions, role playing, simulations and workplace learning to ensure that learners develop and demonstrate the critical skills and decision-making abilities they require for their roles in the community. Public Safety & Security ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Source: Ron Bowles, JIBC The JIBC approach to learning includes a focus on: ■ ■ ■ ■ Bylaw Enforcement Corrections (Custody) Courts Driver & Traffic Education Emergency Management Emergency Social Services Fire Incident Command Personal Safety Policing Private Security Search & Rescue Threat Management Investigation & Enforcement Skills Community & Social Justice ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Abuse & Neglect Community Corrections Conflict Resolution Counselling Family Justice Family Violence Mediation Negotiation Victim Services Youth Justice Health & Pre-Hospital Care ■ ■ ■ ■ Health Emergency Management Paramedic Professional Education for Health Care Providers Substance Abuse Interdisciplinary Studies ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Aboriginal Executive Instructor Development Leadership Management Degree Studies ■ ■ ■ Certificates Diplomas Degrees The JIBC has identified clusters of trends that will drive change for this institution in the years ahead. Key Trends that Inform our Strategic Priorities The light blue circles represent external trends, i.e., those beyond the institution’s control. The green and dark blue circles can be seen to represent the kinds of responses emerging relative to these other external trends, issues or events. The circle size reflects the relative importance of each entry within its cluster. Further elaboration and detail on each of these entries can be found in the JIBC’s Education Plan. OUR MISSION Innovative education and training for those who make communities safe OUR VISION A world leader in justice and public safety education Strategic Priorities and Objectives for 2007 – 2010 Deliver high quality professional training programs that focus on success for our students and clients 1 2 1.1 Work with the provincial government to fulfill its justice and public safety mandate with professional path programs that meet its various training needs 1.2 Provide leadership in our professions by creating learning opportunities that are cross-functional and that reflect the way organizations and agencies work together 1.3 Build and enhance relationships with organizations and agencies to ensure JIBC programs effectively prepare students for their careers 2.1 Implement degree path programs in our areas of expertise that ensure depth, breadth and credit transfer within the post secondary system 2.2 Develop and deliver specialized post baccalaureate certificates and degrees that respond to and advance the professions we serve 2.3 Strengthen and integrate support across the JIBC to serve as a foundation for program development and delivery Develop, gain recognition for and deliver degree path programs for justice and public safety professionals that support their career needs 3 Demonstrate leadership through innovation 3.1 Increase learning opportunities through new approaches for experiential learning along with online and other technology-facilitated processes 3.2 Expand our reach through new products, new services and new markets 3.3 Create interdisciplinary programming that anticipates learners’ needs and capitalizes on the breadth and depth of knowledge in the institute 3.4 Use partnerships to create new learning opportunities for clients and students 3.5 Create a centre for applied research and special projects with faculty and researchers from a variety of disciplines 3.6 Recognize the unique identity and educational needs of Aboriginal Learners, and enhance equitable and collaborative partnerships with Aboriginal Peoples to provide culturally appropriate education and training 3.7 Initiate processes that respond to and link with diverse communities 3.8 Expand student services in response to student needs 4 Ensure organizational effectiveness 4.1 Develop institutional structures and processes to facilitate collaboration and the effective use of institutional resources 4.2 Enhance and support effective internal communication within the organization 4.3 Facilitate achievement of the strategic priorities and objectives through comprehensive human resources planning, including recruitment, retention and employee development activities 4.4 Increase the integration of technology to enhance services 4.5 Expand our capacity to inform institutional decision making with reliable data and crossinstitutional analyses 4.6 Achieve a balance in funding sources that ensures financial sustainability 4.7 Improve the success of JIBC fundraising 4.8 Design and resource the space, equipment and support systems necessary for a quality working and learning environment 4.9 Position the institute as a leader in innovative education and training through a comprehensive marketing and external communications campaign