As used in this part 9, unless the context otherwise requires:(1) 'Accelerated certificates program' means the certificate programs that the board may design pursuant to section 23-60-902 to provide career and technical education certificates on an accelerated schedule for eligible adults who have an insufficient level of information or math literacy and are seeking to enter or re-enter the workforce or obtain better employment.(2) 'Board' means the state board for community colleges and occupational education created in section 23-60-104.(3) 'Commission' means the Colorado commission on higher education established in section 23-1-102.(4) 'Eligible adult' means an individual who is eligible to enroll in an adult education program because the individual is underemployed or unemployed.(5) 'Information or math literacy' means an individual's ability to use appropriate mathematical, literacy, or technical skills for career success.(6) 'Local district college' means a local district college operating pursuant to article 71 of this title.Added by 2013 Ch. 358, § 1, eff. 5/28/2013.L. 2013: Entire part added, (HB 13-1005), ch. 358, p. 2104, § 1, effective May 28.