The professional development program is intended to increase an employee’s value to the University through opportunities for research, writing, professional and intellectual renewal, further education, or other experiences of professional value.
The non-unit professional development program is subject to the terms outlined in UCF Regulation 3.014.
Eligibility
- Non-unit faculty, except those serving in tenure-earning or tenured positions.
- Employees who are compensated through a contract or grant may receive a PDP only if the contact or grant allows a PDP and the employee meets all other eligibility requirements.
Participants must return to UCF employment for at least one academic year following the conclusion of a PDP. Failure to return to the university for the required one academic year or failure to spend the time as approved for the program shall require the participant to reimburse the university within 60 days for salary and benefits received during the PDP.
Application and Procedures
In the event that an exceptional opportunity arises, a non-unit faculty member may request a NPDP to pursue a prestigious academic award/activity. The non-unit faculty member will initiate the process by providing a detailed outline/summary of the activities that will be accomplished and the benefit to the University that is anticipated as a result of a NPDP. Participation in a NPDP must be approved by both the immediate supervisor and dean in advance before the non-unit faculty member is released from their regular duties.
Application Form Forthcoming
Completed applications must be submitted to Faculty Excellence.