LAPC Handbook - Vision Resource Center Assistance

Welcome to the Vision Resource Center

What is the Vision Resource Center? This where we report our FLEX requirements, as well as find events/ tutorials/ playlists/ seminars/ etc, that we can do on our own time for FLEX credit, but also to develop our professional skill sets. You will find classes varying from accessibility, diversity, inclusion to powerpoint, photoshop, and even how to play guitar. If you have an interest, you may be able to find it in the Vision Resource Center. Below are a few introductory videos to help you navigate the space. You can access the Vision Resource Center the same way you accessed canvas, through the Pierce Online navigation tab on the home page.

FLEX opportunities are offered throughout the year by all colleges in the district. These include our Opening Day convocation in the Fall, and our student success fair in the Spring. All are welcome and encouraged to attend these events for FLEX credit, and to find out more about the happenings at Pierce College.

How do I calculate my annual FLEX obligation?

• Full-Time Faculty must complete and report 33.5 hours.
• Full-Time Faculty with additional hourly loads must complete and report 33.5 hours plus one-half of their total annual hourly assignment.
• Faculty with release time assignments must complete and report on a pro-rata basis. For example, a 60% teaching assignment must complete 60% of 33.5 hours.
• Adjunct Faculty must complete and report one half of their total annual hourly assignment (year equals half the sum of the standard hours value of the fall assignment and the standard hours value of the spring assignment.)
• Non-traditional Instruction such as PACE, TBA, DL, and noncredit, must complete and report one half of their total annual hourly assignment (year equals half the sum of the standard hours value of the fall assignment and the standard hours value of the spring assignment.)
• Non-classroom faculty working on the compressed calendar shall complete and report their required hours by either working or participating in professional development activities

For more information, please contact your AFT 1521 representative or your campus’ Faculty PD Coordinator.

The FLEX Calendar for the academic year begins on July 1st and ends on June 30th of the following year. There is no "reward" for extra FLEX activities, nor is there a roll over of any additional FLEX hours over what your requirment is.

Welcome to the Vision Resource Center

How do I calculate my annual FLEX obligation?

Try Using FLEXIE to figure out your FLEX requirement as well.