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2021-2022 (7/08/21-7/07/22) College Catalog Los Angeles Main Campus 3440 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 310 Los Angeles, CA 90010 T:(213)487-2211 F: (213)487-2299 ABHES School ID: I-005 BPPE School Code: 32878375 City of Industry Branch Campus (Relocation: May 2014) 17595 Almahurst St., Suite 101-3 City of Industry, CA 91748 T: (626)965-5566 F: (626)965-1166 ABHES School ID: I-005-01 BPPE School Code: 58073198 OPEID: 041604 www.angelescollege.edu Publication Date: July 08, 2021 ANGELES COLLEGE 7/08/21 – School Catalog 7/07/22 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 Disclaimer Information 1 1.2 Accreditation and Approvals 2 1.3 Ownership & Governance 5 1.4 History 5 1.5 Mission Statement and Objectives 5 1.6 Administration & Faculty 7 1.6.1 Faculty Directory (Located at end of Catalog) 8 1.7 Disclosure of Language Used in Program Study 8 1.8 Facilities (Los Angeles - Main | City of Industry - Non-Main | Separate Education Center) 8 1.9 Non-Degree (Certificate) and Degree Programs 11 1.9.1 Non-Degree (Certificate) Programs 11 1.9.2 Degree Programs 11 2. ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2.1 Definition of Academic Year and Fiscal Year 12 2.2 Academic Calendars/Schedule of Classes 12 2.3 Holidays/Constitution Day 17 3. ADMISSION/ENROLLMENT INFORMATION 3.1 Eligibility 18 3.2 Procedures for Enrollment 18 3.3 International Students and Visas 24 3.3.1 International Students and General Information 25 3.3.2 International Students and Financial Resources 25 3.4 Orientation 26 3.5 Re-enrollment 26 3.6 Reinstatement Policy 26 4. FINANCIAL INFORMATION 4.1 Tuition and Other Fees* - Certificate Program 27 4.2 Tuition and Other Fees* - Degree Program 27 4.3 Tuition Payment Policy 28 4.4 Processing Fee & Late Fees 29 4.5 Tuition Collection Policy 29 4.6 Refund Policies - Certificate Programs 30 4.7 Refund Procedures & Refund Method & Pro Rata Refund Calculation Module - Certificate 31 Programs 4.8 Refund Policies - Degree Programs 33 4.9 Refund Procedures & Refund Method & Pro Rata Refund Calculation Module - Degree 34 Programs 4.10 Comparison of Return of Title IV Funds Policy to AC's Tuition Refund Policy 36 4.11 Statement of Indebtedness 36 4.12 Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) Statement 36 i ANGELES COLLEGE 7/08/21 – School Catalog 7/07/22 5. FINANCIAL AID 5.1 General comment on Consumer Information 38 5.2 About Financial Aid 38 5.3 Financial Aid Office & Business Hours 38 5.4 Financial Aid Links 39 5.5 Financial Aid Student Eligibility 39 5.6 Available Financial Aid Programs 40 5.7 Financial Aid Funds Disbursement Policy 41 5.8 Loss of Financial Aid Eligibility 43 5.9 Steps to Apply for Financial Aid 43 5.10 Tips for Students 45 5.11 Return of Title IV Funds Policy 45 5.12 Federal Refund Requirements 46 5.13 Withdrawal Date 46 5.14 Calculation of Earned Title IV Assistance 46 5.15 Post-Withdrawal Disbursement 47 5.16 Return of Unearned Funds to Title IV 48 5.17 Comparison of Return of Title IV Funds Policy to AC's Tuition Refund Policy 49 5.18 Loan Dispute Intervention 49 5.19 Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy for Title IV 50 5.20 Satisfactory Academic Policy - SAP Requirements 50 5.20.1 Angeles College SAP Requirements 50 5.20.2 Veterans Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy 51 5.21 Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average/Percentage (Qualitative) 52 5.22 Per Term Completion Rate (Quantitative) 52 5.23 Maximum Unit (Credit or Clock Hour) Time Frame 52 5.24 Academic Progress Status 53 5.25 Warning and Reinstatement Procedures 53 5.26 Appeal Procedures - Financial Aid Recipients 54 5.27 Gainful Employment Disclosure 55 6. ACADEMIC POLICIES 6.1 Definition of Clock Hour and Credit Hour 56 6.2 Grading Policy 57 6.3 Grading Standards - Certificate Programs 57 6.4 Grading Standards - Degree Programs 58 6.4.1 Method of Evaluation 59 6.5 Probation and Remediation Policy 60 6.6 Non-Punitive (pass/fail) grades 60 6.7 Make-Up Classes 60 6.8 Auditing a Class, Non-Credit Courses and Repeating a Class 60 6.9 Testing Policy 61 6.10 Failure to Complete the Program 61 6.11 Withdrawal from Program 62 6.12 Transfer of Credits Policy 62 6.12.1 Transfer of Credits Policy for Degree Programs 63 6.12.2 Transfer of Credits Policy for General Certificate Programs 64 6.12.3 Transfer of Credits Policy for Vocational Nursing Program 64 6.12.4 Transfer of Credits Policy for Bachelor of Science in Prelicensure Nursing Program 65 6.12.5 Military Personnel and Veterans Credit Policy for the BS in Prelicensure Nursing 66 6.13 Advanced Placement and Credit for Experiential Learning 68 6.14Attendance Policy 68 6.14.1 Non-Degree/Certificate Programs 68 6.14.2 Degree Program (Residential) 69 6.14.3 Degree Program (Blended) 69 ii ANGELES COLLEGE 7/08/21 – School Catalog 7/07/22 6.14.4 Veterans Attendance Policy 70 6.15 Expulsion Policy 70 6.16 Leave of Absence (LOA) Policy 70 6.17 Graduation Requirement 72 6.18 Licensure/Certification Process 72 6.19 Transcript Requests 76 6.20 Satisfactory Academic Progress 76 6.21 Academic Appeal 76 7. STUDENT RIGHTS 7.1 Notice of Student’s Right to Cancel 77 7.2 Student’s Right to Records 77 7.3 Student’s Right to Privacy (FERPA) 77 7.4 Non-Discrimination Policy 78 7.5 Educational Safety Environment 79 7.6 Hygiene & Dress Code Policy 79 7.7 Americans with Disability Act (ADA) 79 7.7.1. ADA Compliance on Virtual and Online Learning 80 7.8 Students Seeking Reasonable Accommodations 80 7.9 Equal Opportunity 81 7.10 Student Grievance Policy 82 7.11 Right to Appeal 83 8. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY 8.1 Student Code of Conduct 84 8.2 Standards and Student Conduct 84 8.3 Discipline Procedures 84 9. CAMPUS SECURITY AND SAFETY POLICY 9.1 The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act 85 9.2 Geography: Location 85 9.3 Annual Campus Security Report 86 9.4 Campus Crime Statistics 86 9.5 Timely Warning 89 9.6 Security of Campuses Facilities 89 9.7 Campus Law Enforcement 89 9.8 Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Policies 90 9.9 Sexual Assault Prevention/Reporting 90 9.10 Firearms and Weapons Policy 91 9.11 Potentially Infectious Agents and/or Hazardous Materials Policy 91 9.12 Hate Crimes and the Law 92 9.13 Violence Against Women Act Compliance 92 9.14 Distribution of Report/Policy 93 9.15 Crime Prevention 93 9.16 Daily Crime Log 93 9.17 Emergency Notification 93 9.18 Safety Tips 94 9.19 Important Security/Safety Phone Numbers 97 10. STUDENT SERVICES 10.1 New Student Orientation 98 10.2 Counseling: Career and Placement Assistance 98 10.3 Counseling: Course Advisement and Tutorial Services 98 10.4 Library and Computer Lab 99 iii ANGELES COLLEGE 7/08/21 – School Catalog 7/07/22 10.5 Student Parking 99 10.6 Student Lounge 99 10.7 Housing 99 10.8 Veterans Services 100 10.9 Veterans and Eligible Persons Receiving Educational Benefits 101 11. NON-DEGREE PROGRAM INFORMATION 11.1 Medical Assistant (CI Campus) 102 11.2 Nurse Assistant (CI Campus) 110 11.3 Vocational Nursing (LA & CI Campus) 115 12. DEGREE PROGRAM INFORMATION 12.1 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN)*-Residential; Blended (LA Campus) 129 12.2 Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration (BABA) (CI Campus) 148 12.3 Bachelor of Science in Prelicensure Nursing (BSPN) (LA Campus) 164 12.4 Master of Business Administration (MBA) (CI Campus) 199 13. APPENDIX Appendix I: Faculty/Staff Directory 207 • Faculty /Staff Directory – Los Angeles Campus 208 • Faculty /Staff Directory – City of Industry Campus 214 iv Angeles College 7/08/21- School Catalog 7/07/22 SCHOOL CATALOG July 08, 2021- July 07, 2022 Los Angeles Campus & City of Industry Campus 1. GENERAL INFORMATION As a prospective student, you are encouraged to review the School Catalog prior to signing an enrollment agreement. You are also encouraged to review the School Performance Fact Sheet, which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement. 1.1 Disclaimer Information This catalog has been published for informational purposes. Every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. However, the provisions of this catalog are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between the student and Angeles College (hereinafter referred to as AC). AC reserves the right to change any provisions or requirements at any time, while taking precautions that such changes do not cause hardships towards students enrolled. Students should consult the current schedule of classes for supplementary information. Any questions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to: The Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) Physical Address: 1747 N. Market Blvd., Suite 225, Sacramento, CA 95834 Mailing Address: P.O.Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818 Website Address: www.bppe.ca.gov Telephone and Fax #’s: (916) 574-8900 or by fax (916) 263-1897 Toll-Free (888) 370-7589 or by fax (916) 263-1897 Inquiries may also be directed to: The Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) 7777 Leesburg Pike, Suite 314 N Falls Church, VA 22043 Phone: (703) 917-9503 Web site: www.abhes.org E-mail: [email protected] Publication Date: July 08, 2021 1 Angeles College 7/08/21- School Catalog 7/07/22 Angeles College does not have a pending petition in bankruptcy, is not operating as a debtor in possession, has not filed a petition within the preceding five years, and has not had a petition in bankruptcy filed against it within the preceding five years that resulted in reorganization under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code.