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Glossary of Terms

Release time (reassigned workload): a reduction in the teaching workload to allow for the
administrative functions associated with the responsibilities of the program director or clinical
coordinator or other responsibilities as assigned.

Sponsoring institution: the facility or organization that has primary responsibility for the
educational program and grants the terminal award. A recognized institutional accreditor must accredit
a sponsoring institution. Educational programs may be established in: community and junior colleges;
senior colleges and universities; hospitals; medical schools; postsecondary vocational/technical schools
and institutions; military/governmental facilities; proprietary schools; and consortia. Consortia must be
structured to recognize and perform the responsibilities and functions of a sponsoring institution.