1. A. “Adult education program” means an adult education program approved and funded by the department.
2. B. “Contractor” means an entity contracted with the department through a request for proposal process to deliver stipends to participants of the program.
3. C. “Department” means the New Mexico higher education department.
4. D. “Integrated education and training program” or “IET program” means a department-approved program that provides adult education activities concurrently and contextually with workforce preparation activities and workforce training for a specific occupation or occupational cluster for the purpose of educational and career advancement.
5. E. “Participant" means a New Mexico resident approved by the department to participate in the program.
6. F. “Pilot program” or “program” means the workforce training economic support pilot program which is a three-year study by the department to evaluate the expansion of workforce training programs.
7. G. "Workforce training program" means a department approved training or educational program or other work-based learning program that, upon successful completion, will lead the participant earning a certification, license or credential, or acquiring specialized qualifications or skills recognized within an industry or field as appropriate to obtain employment in that industry or field, and includes IET programs.

[5.9.2.7 NMAC - N, 2/11/2025]