A Proposal to the Massachusetts Board of Regional Community Colleges for a New Occupational Program.

The development of a Mental Health Technology Program at Middlesex Community College is proposed. The 2-year program would train the student to become a middle-level generalist in the field of mental health with special abilities as a communicator. On successfully completing the program, the student would receive an Associate Degree in Mental Health Technology. The sections of the proposal are: 1. Purpose of the Program (Major Objectives, Job Performance, Specific Agencies to Be Served); 2. Need for the Program; 3. Program Design (Curriculum, Course Descriptions); 4. Clinical Affiliations; 5. Potential Enrollment; 6. Similar Programs; 7. Faculty Requirements; 8. Physical Plant and Equipment; 9. Cost Analysis; 10. Cover Letter and Attachments. (DB)