§ 410.308 Training to obtain an academic degree

5 CFR 410.308(a)(a) An agency may authorize training for an employee to obtain an academic degree under conditions prescribed at 5 U.S.C. 4107(a).

5 CFR 410.308(b)(b) Colleges and universities participating in an academic degree training program must be accredited by a nationally recognized body. A “nationally recognized body” is a regional, national, or international accrediting organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The listing of accrediting bodies is available through the Department.

5 CFR 410.308(c)(c) The selection of employees for an academic degree training program must follow the requirements of § 335.103(b)(3), § 335.103(c)(1)(iii), and subpart A of part 300 of this chapter. The selection and assignment must be accomplished to meet one or more of the criteria identified in 5 U.S.C. 4107(a). Therefore, an agency may competitively select and assign an employee to an academic degree training program that qualifies the employee for promotion to a higher graded position or to a position that requires an academic degree.

5 CFR 410.308(d)(d) Agency heads must assess and maintain records on the effectiveness of training assignments under this section.

5 CFR 410.308(e)(e) On a periodic basis, OPM may request agency information on the use and effectiveness of training assignments under this section.