LOS ANGELES COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH
  Policy 604.01 Educational Leave (Without Pay)
 
  PROCEDURES
  1. A formal application for an educational leave of absence shall be submitted to the Deputy Director, or designee, through the appropriate supervisory channels at least three (3) months prior to date such leave will commence. The application shall include and be accompanied by the details of the applicant's plan, along with a statement of the benefits that would be derived by the County and LACDMH obtained from the course of study.
     
  2. Justification for requested educational leave shall include the following information:
     
    1. Any interest and capability for the academic goals identified.
       
    2. Any demonstrated interest and capability for the work.
       
    3. Identification of a course of study that will significantly add to the employee's effectiveness on the job and be of benefit to the County.
       
    4. Identification of requirements to achieve the degree or certificate and the time required for completion.
       
    5. Evidence of having been accepted by an accredited school.