Each community college and college of applied technology in this state is authorized to establish a LEAP under this part, with the appropriate approvals as required by the higher education commission and the board of regents; provided, that the LEAP shall enable students to obtain a postsecondary credential; and to achieve one (1) or more of the following outcomes:

(1) Acquire and demonstrate competency in basic skills, including English and math;

Terms Used In Tennessee Code 49-7-1207

  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the several territories of the United States. See Tennessee Code 1-3-105
(2) Acquire and demonstrate competency in a specified technical field; and
(3) Any other goals identified by the departments and the higher education commission, made in consultation and agreement with the board of regents.