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Ashworth College 2018 College Catalog 6625 The Corners Parkway Norcross, GA 30092 Phone: 1-800-957-5412 Fax: 770-417-3030 [email protected] www.ashworthcollege.edu DC7.1_180302 1 ~ IMPORTANT ~ This catalog is to be read by all Ashworth College students per student’s enrollment agreement. Important Note: For students enrolled in any of the below programs, it is important that you also read the information that is specific to your program in the applicable Student Handbooks at the end of this catalog. BSN (RN to BSN) Student Handbook Military (TEM) Student Handbook Veterinary Technician Student Handbook Ashworth College 2018 Catalog, First Edition Copyright 2018 Ashworth College. All rights reserved. No part of this catalog and/or materials may be reproduced in any form or by any means without written permission. Purpose: The Catalog is the official document for all academic policies, practices, and program requirements. The general academic policies and policies govern the academic standards and accreditation requirements to maintain matriculated status and to qualify for a degree, diploma, or certificate. Ashworth has adopted a ‘grandfather clause’ policy such that students have a right to complete their academic programs under the degree requirements that existed at the time of their enrollment, to the extent that curriculum offerings make that possible. If program changes are made that effect student programs of study, every effort will be made to transition students into a new program of study that meets new graduation requirements. Students proceeding under revised academic policies must comply with all requirements under the changed program. Reservation of Rights: Ashworth College reserves the right to make changes to the provisions of this catalog and its rules and procedures at any time, with or without notice, subject to licensing requirements. This catalog is not a contract but merely a general outline of the programs being operated presently by the school. Certain policies may be grandfathered in at the time of enrollment and other revised policies supersede prior policies. DC7.1_180302 2 Table of Contents Introduction 9 President’s Message 9 History 10 Legal Governance 11 Accreditation and State Licensing 13 National Accreditation 13 State Licensing 13 National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements 13 Student Tuition Recovery Fund Fee and Disclosure: California Residents Only 14 Mission, Values, and Student Learning Outcomes 16 Administration 18 Academic Year, Holidays, Contact Information, Hours of Operation 19 Academic Freedom 23 Admissions 24 Undergraduate 24 Graduate 24 Enrollment Agreement 26 Student Status 26 Student Identity Verification Procedures 27 Transcripts 28 Homeschooled Students 29 Transfer Credits 30 International Students 30 Maximum Allowable Transfer Credits 30 Applying for Transfer Credits 31 Other Important Transfer Information 32 Life/Work Experience 33 Student Referral Bonus 35 Family Savings 35 Alumni Rewards Discount 35 DC7.1_180302 3 Why an Education is Worth the Effort 36 Study Skills and How to Succeed in Distance Education 37 Beware of Dreambusters 37 They’re Really Just Paper Tigers 37 You Can Be an ‘A’ Student 38 Learning to Read at a College Level 39 Organizational Skills 41 Power Tips for Successful Study 42 Student’s Use of Rubrics and Answer Keys 43 Financial Concerns 45 Summary 45 Academic Information 46 Instructional Model 46 Open Enrollment Model 46 Term Enrollment Model 46 Course Load 47 Undergraduate Programs 47 Undergraduate Certificate 47 Associate Degree 47 Bachelor’s Degree 47 Graduate Programs 48 Graduate Certificate 48 Master’s Degree 48 Enrollment Status 48 Transcripts and Grade Reports 49 Changing Program of Study 49 Class Level 49 Course Format 50 Account Access 51 Communication with Students 51 Textbooks and Shipments 51 Student Community 52 Live Orientation 52 Academic Status 52 How to Calculate GPA 54 Classes and Assignments 54 DC7.1_180302 4 End-of-Course Survey 55 Completion Time 55 Undergraduate Programs 55 Graduate Programs 56 Academic Policies 57 Academic Honesty Policy 57 Revocation of Degree/Certificate Policy 59 Grading Policy 60 Exam/Assignment Retake Policy 62 Conduct and Communications Policy 63 Student Affairs 64 Registrar 64 Academic Advising 64 Standards of Progress 64 Academic Dismissal 65 Administrative Cancellation 65 Transferring Ashworth College Credit to a Different Institution 66 Proctored Exams 67 Scholarships and Awards 70 Gary Keisling ACCESS Scholarship 70 DEAC Student of the Year Award 70 Delta Epsilon Tau International Honor Society 70 Learning Resource Center and Library Services 71 Technology Requirements 72 Tuition, Fees, and Payment Options 73 Tuition 73 Fees* 73 Payment Options 76 Collections Policy 77 Payment Methods 77 Re-enrollment 78 Refund Policy 78 DC7.1_180302 5 Rights and Responsibilities 80 Student Responsibilities 80 Maintenance and Confidentiality of Student Records Policy 80 FERPA Policy – Student Right to Privacy Policy 81 Grade Challenge Policy and Procedures 82 Student Complaint Policy 84 Student Complaint Right to Appeal 86 Student Grievance Policy 87 Non-Discrimination Policy 87 Students with Disabilities Act 88 Graduates from High School Special Needs Programs 88 Graduation Policy 89 Graduation Requirements 89 Graduation Items 90 Graduation with Honors 91 Graduation Ceremony 91 Ashworth Personalized Career Services 92 Faculty and Academic Advisors 93 College Faculty 93 Academic Advisors 112 Undergraduate Programs 114 Curriculum 114 Undergraduate Programs 114 Undergraduate Certificate Programs 114 Undergraduate Certificate Program Listings 115 Associate Degree Programs 119 Associate of Applied Science Degree Program Listings 122 Associate of Science Degree Program Listings 150 Bachelor Degree Programs 176 Bachelor of Arts Degree Program Listings 177 Bachelor of Science Degree Program Listings 180 DC7.1_180302 6 Graduate Programs 208 Graduate Certificate Programs 208 Graduate Certificate Program Listings 208 Master’s Degree 211 Master of Business Administration Degree Program Listings 212 Master of Science Degree Program Listings 222 Course Electives 232 Course Descriptions 237 Undergraduate Course Listing and Descriptions 237 Graduate Course Listing and Descriptions 277 Military Student Handbook 290 Term Enrollment and Academic Calendar 291 Course Registration 291 Course Structure 291 Attendance and Participation Policy – TEM Students 292 Exam/Assignment Retake Policy – TEM Students 292 Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal Policy – TEM Students 293 Refund Policy – TEM Students 294 Program Extension Policy 294 VA Notification 295 Contact Information 295 RN to BSN Student Handbook 296 Introduction 298 Accreditation 299 Madison School of Healthcare Nursing Advisory Board 299 RN-BSN Program Mission, Organizing Framework and Student Learning Outcomes 300 Contact Information 306 Admissions 308 Admission Requirements 308 Application and Enrollment Process 308 International Student Nursing Admission Requirements 308 Transcripts 309 Student Status 309 Maximum Allowable Transfer Credits 310 Applying for Transfer Credits 310 DC7.1_180302 7 Life/Work Experience 310 Instructional Model 310 Academic Status 311 Completion Time 313 Course Retake Policy 313 Nursing Course Grade Challenge Policy and Procedures 315 Tuition, Fees, and Payment Options 316 Graduation Policy 316 Nursing Faculty 317 Veterinary Technician Student Handbook 319 Introduction 321 Accreditation 322 Veterinary Technician Advisory Board 323 Veterinary Technician Program Mission Statement, Description and Student Learning Outcomes 324 Contact Information 325 Student Status 326 Transfer Credits 327 Maximum Allowable Transfer Credits 327 Applying for Transfer Credits 327 Life/Work Experience 327 Instructional Model 327 Academic Status 328 Completion Time 329 Course Retake Policy 329 Veterinary Technician Course Grade Challenge Policy and Procedures 331 Tuition, Fees, and Payment Options 332 Animal Care and Use Policies 333 Student Safety 333 Student Health 334 Veterinary Technician Faculty 336 Intellectual Property 338 A Student’s Guide to Avoiding Plagiarism 340 DC7.1_180302 8 2018 College Catalog Introduction President’s Message Greetings, Welcome to Ashworth College. Since 1987, we have been setting new standards of excellence in education and providing education “on your terms.” Today we are a respected, worldwide leader in self-guided distance learning. We bring the finest, most comprehensive instruction, in the most flexible way possible. Ashworth also offers a broader array of study options than other online schools by providing more career- focused instruction and support, greater accessibility to teachers and academic advisors, more opportunities to connect with other students, more affordable tuition, and easier payment plans. Overall, you can look forward to a first-class educational experience that meets your highest expectations. It takes discipline to complete a degree or certificate program as a distance education student. For more than 25 years, Ashworth has been educating busy people like you. In fact, hundreds of thousands of students have entrusted us to help them achieve a better life. Stay focused and set a specific time to study on a regular basis and you will be able to achieve your desired degree or certificate. Your courses have been carefully prepared, using the finest textbooks and eBooks available. The faculty and staff at Ashworth College are exceptional in their fields and in developing and supporting distance