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MORTON COLLEGE CATALOG 2020-2021 OFFICIALLY RECOGNIZED BY CERTIFIED AND ACCREDITED PROGRAMS • The lllinois Community College Board 401 East Capitol Avenue Nursing Program Springfield, IL 62701-1711 • llinois Department of Financial andProfessional (217) 785-0123 Regulation Fax: (217) 524-498 100 W. Randolph, Suite 9-300 1www.iccb.state.il.us Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 814-2715 MEMBER OF www.idfpr.com • American Association of Community Colleges One DuPont Circle NW, Suite 410 Accreditation Commission for Education in Washington, DC 20036-1135 Nursing, Inc. (ACEN) (202) 728-0200 3343 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 850 Fax: (202) 833-2467 Atlanta, GA 30326 www.aacc.nche.edu (404) 975-5000 www.acenursing.org • Council on Higher Education Accreditation One DuPont Circle NW, Suite 510 Nursing Assistant Program Washington, DC 20036-1135 • Illinois Department of Public Health (202) 955-6126 525-535 W. Jefferson Street Fax: (202) 955-6129 Springfield, IL 62761-0001 www.chea.org www.idph.state.il.us • Illinois Community College Trustees Association Physical Therapist Assistant Program 401 East Capitol Avenue, Suite 200 • C ommission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Springfield, IL 62701-1711 Education (217) 528-2858 1111 N. Fairfax Street Fax: (217) 528-8662 Alexandria, VA 22314 www.communitycolleges.org (703) 706-3245 www.capteonline.org • Association of Community College Trustees • Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Automotive Technology Program • Continuous Quality Improvement Network • ASE Education Foundation • League for Innovation in Community Colleges 1503 Edwards Ferry Rd., NE • National Alliance of Community and Technical Suite 401 Colleges Leesburg, VA 20176 703-669-6650 APPROVED FOR www.aseeducationfoundation.org • Veterans’ Benefits ACCREDITED BY • The Higher Learning Commission 230 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 Chicago, IL 60604 (312) 263-0456 Fax: (312) 263-7462 www.hlcommission.org PARA INFORMACIÓN EN E SPAÑOL LLAME AL (708) 656-8000, OPCIÓN 2 IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS Morton College provides a printed version of its catalog as a convenience for students. However, the online catalog is the most recent and up to date version. The online version will supersede any difference between the two versions. Tuition and Fees Tuition and fees are subject to change by official action taken by the Morton College Board of Trustees. Review of tuition and fees will occur at times deemed necessary by the Board in conjunction with the College administration. For up-to-date information visit our website at morton.edu. Course Cancellations Courses will be held as scheduled unless cancelled due to insufficient enrollment or other College considerations. The College reserves the right to cancel any course for insufficient enrollment or for other reasons deemed necessary by the College. The College, at its discretion, may adjust course starting and ending dates as well as meeting times or days. Should a course be cancelled, a full refund of tuition and fees will be issued. For more information, please see the Tuition Refund Schedule on our Web site at www.morton.edu. Licensure Requirements Students enrolling in instructional programs with state and/or federal licensure requirements, including residency and employment eligibility requirements, should contact the appropriate regulatory agency prior to enrolling in classes. Student Right to Know MC is pleased to provide this informational resources for students as required under federal and state regulations and/or college policy, and to increase students’ accessibility to essential information. For details, please visit: morton.edu/About-Morton/Student-Right-To-Know-Information. 3801 South Central Avenue, Cicero, Illinois 60804 (708) 656-8000 | morton.edu i STUDENT QUICK GUIDE HOW CAN WE ASSIST YOU? Call (708) 656-8000. For specific questions dial extensions below. FINANCIAL AID? The Financial Aid Office, Ext. 2428, can provide information on the various forms of financial aid available. REGISTERING FOR COURSES? We highly recommend seeing an Academic Advisor for academic guidance; make an appointment with an Academic Advisor today, Ext. 2250. The Office of Admissions and Records, Ext. 2346, can answer admission or registration questions. PLACEMENT TESTING? The Testing Center, Ext. 2250, can help set up a testing appointment. PAYING YOUR TUITION? For information on tuition payment options and due dates call the Cashier’s Office, Ext. 2268 or the Business Office, Exts. 2305 through 2308. TRANSFERRING COLLEGE CREDITS? The Academic Advising Center, Ext. 2250, can provide information on transferring college credit. ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS? Adult Education programs include ESL (English as a Second Language), high school completion preparation courses, as well as tutoring for English language and literacy learners, Ext. 2383. COMMUNITY AND CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS? For more information contact Community & Continuing Education Office, 245C I 708.656.8000 X 2383 I [email protected] OBTAINING A STUDENT ID? The Student Activities Office can provide information about when and where ID cards may be obtained. Dial Ext. 2318. CAMPUS SAFETY The Campus Safety Office at Ext. 2200 can provide assistance with vehicle/room lock-outs, vehicle jump starts, escort to vehicle, and lost and found. Academic Advising Center Ext. 2250 See Page 64 Admissions and Records Ext. 2346 See Page 3 Adult Education Ext. 2373/2374 See Page 79 Community and Continuing Education Ext. 2383 See Page 89 Business and Professional Services Ext. 2382 See Page 93 Campus Police Ext. 2200 See Page 66 Child Care Center Ext. 2284 See Page 67 Financial Aid Ext. 2428 See Page 21 Library Ext. 2321 See Page 67 Fitness Center Ext. 2274 See Page 76 PARA INFORMACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL, LLAME AL (708) 656-8000, OPCIÓN 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Academic Calendar .............................................iv Mission Statement ...............................................vi Diversity Statement ............................................vii College History .................................................... v Frequently Called Numbers...............................viii Getting Started at Morton College....................... 1 Tuition and Fees................................................ 13 Financial Aid ...................................................... 22 Registration ....................................................... 38 Academic Information and Campus Regulations........................................................ 43 Student Services ............................................... 70 Adult Education .................................................. 86 Business & Professional Services ..................... 93 Community and Continuing Education .............. 95 Degree and Certificate Requirements ............. 102 Educational Programs ..................................... 108 Course Descriptions ........................................ 214 Index ................................................................ 307 Campus Map ................................................... 312 iii FALL SEMESTER 2020 ACADEMIC Semester Begins (All Classes) ............................ August 24 100% Refund ........up to 8 calendar days from start of course CALENDAR 50% Refund ............... 9–16 calendar days from start of course Labor Day Recess (College Closed) .................September 5-7 2020-2021 College Fair ..........................................................September 24 Columbus Day (College Closed) ........................October 12 Midterm Week .............................................. October 18-24 Graduation Petition Deadline ...........................November 1 Spring ’21 Registration Current Students (30+ hrs. completed & veterans) .................. November 2 Current & new students ........................................ November 9 Veterans Day (College Open) ........................November 11 Last Day to Withdraw .....................................November 25 Thanksgiving Recess (College Closed) ....November 26-29 Final Exam Week ......................................December 12-18 Winter Recess Begins (No Classes) ...............December 19 SPRING SEMESTER 2021 Faculty Seminar Day (No Classes) ....................January 14 Martin Luther King Day (College Closed) ..........January 18 Semester Begins (All Classes) ...........................January 19 100% Refund ........up to 8 calendar days from start of course 50% Refund .........9–16 calendar days from start of the course President’s Day (College Closed) .................... February 15 Pulaski Day (College Closed) .................................March 1 Midterm Week ................................................ March 14-20 Spring Break (No Classes) .............................. March 21-27 Graduation Petition Deadline .................................... April 1 Fall & Summer ’21 Registration Current Students (30+ hrs. completed & veterans) ....................... March 29 Current & new students ...................................................April 5 Fall & Summer ’20 Registration Current & new students ...................................................April 6 Spring Recess .......................................................... April 2-4 Last Day to Withdraw .................................................May 3 Final Exam Week ................................................May 14-20 Commencement ............................................................TBA Memorial Day (College Closed) ...............................May