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Careers start here. Perhaps never before in the history of America has the importance of education been so much in the forefront. President Obama, in his first state-of-the-union address, called for every American to complete at least one year MCC’s Mission of college. The mission of Mohave Community College is to serve students and The American Council on Education has created a communities by providing an national project called Solutions for Our Future to environment for educational increase awareness of the need for America to improve excellence, innovation and the quality of education and raise the level of education so that this country can awareness. better compete in the global market. MCC’s Goal At MCC we salute you for your interest in higher education. Your time spent with us Mohave Community College strives will improve your life, your earning power and the long-term health of well-being of to provide high quality, affordable your family – even if you haven’t started a family yet. and accessible higher education to all who seek it. As a community college, MCC serves people of all ages and with many different goals. MCC can be your first step toward a bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate degree. Reaching out to serve all of Core academic classes at MCC transfer seamlessly to more than a dozen universities Mohave County and neighboring offering both traditional and online degrees. communities, Mohave Community College’s district covers more than Students who complete an associate of arts, business or science at MCC are 13,000 square miles and includes automatically accepted at our state universities – and with university admission such sites as the Colorado River and requirements getting more stringent, that can be a marked advantage for students. its lakes, the Hualapai Mountains, and the Arizona Strip in the Those who are not university bound can earn associate of applied science degrees northwestern-most part of the state. at MCC in a wide variety of career and technical fields from allied health services, business and computer science to industrial technology and public safety. With campuses in Bullhead City, Colorado City, Kingman, Lake Havasu Complete details about the programs, curriculum and courses can be found in this City and a Distance Education catalog, and friendly MCC academic advisors are available to help you set your path Campus, a wide variety of classes for the future. Whether you’re seeking a bachelor’s degree or education in a high- at off-site locations and extensive demand, high paying technical field, careers start here at MCC. Distance Education course offerings, MCC offers students throughout the county and around the world the ability to enhance their lives through education. Michael J. Kearns President, Since its inception in 1971, MCC has Mohave Community College grown to serve nearly 14,000 students annually. 1.866.664.2832 • www.mohave.edu 09-10 MCC Catalog & Student Handbook MCC Accreditations status of affiliation with the Commission Mohave Community College is accred- on Accreditation in Physical Therapy ited by the Higher Learning Commis- Education that indicates the program is MCC’s Board sion of the North Central Association of progressing toward accreditation. of Governors Colleges and Schools, 30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504. Equal Opportunity Policy 312.263.0456. Statement Mohave Community College does not The Mohave Community College discriminate on the basis of sex, color, Nursing Program is accredited by The race, religious preference, age, disability, National League for Nursing Accrediting national origin, Veteran status or any Commission, 3343 Peachtree Road NE, other legally protected class in any of John T. Neal, Suite 500, Atlanta, Georgia 30326 President its policies, practices, and procedures, 404.975.5000, Fax 404.975.5020, and it is an affirmative action and www.nlnac.org. This program is also equal opportunity employer. For more approved by the Arizona State Board information, call the Human Resources of Nursing, 4747 N 7th St., Suite 150, Office at 928.757.0835, 1971 Jagerson Phoenix, AZ 85014. 602.331.8111. Ave., Kingman, AZ 86409. Grievance procedures are available at the Mohave The Mohave Community College Para- Community College libraries in Bullhead medic and Emergency Medical Tech- City, Colorado City, Kingman and Lake Jerry Ambrose, nician programs are certified by the Havasu City. Arizona Department of Health Services Secretary Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, Americans With Disabilities 150 North 18th Ave., Suite 540, Phoe- nix, AZ 85007. 602.364.3150. Act (ADA) Policy Statement Mohave Community College strives to facilitate, within reason, appropriate The Mohave Community College Dental resources, services, and auxiliary aids Hygiene Program is accredited by the to allow each qualified person with Commission on Dental Accreditation. a documented disability equitable The Commission is a specialized ac- access to educational programs, social Kathleen Hodel, crediting body recognized by the United Trustee experiences and career opportunities. States Department of Education. The The vice president of administration, Commission on Dental Accreditation director of human resources and the can be contacted at 312.440.4653, or at vice president of instruction and student the American Dental Association, 211 services shall act as ADA coordinators East Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60611. for the college to oversee compliance in the areas of facilities, student The Mohave Community College Surgi- accommodations and employment cal Technology Program is accredited practices. Julie Bare, by the Commission on Accreditation of Trustee Allied Health Education Programs [CAA- Safety on Campus HEP] in cooperation with the Accredita- Mohave Community College is proud tion Review Committee on Education in of its reputation as a “safe place to be.” Surgical Technology. Safety requires constant vigilance by the college, students, staff and all those Mohave Community College has been using college facilities or resources. granted Candidate for Accreditation The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Judy Selberg, status by the Commission on Accredita- Security Policy and Campus Crime Trustee tion in Physical Therapy Education of the Statistics Act requires MCC to disclose American Physical Therapy Association statistics on crimes committed on and (1111 North Fairfax St., Alexandria, VA, near its campuses for the previous 22314; phone: 703.706.3245; E-mail: three years. You can obtain a copy of [email protected]). Candidacy is this report by accessing the following not an accreditation status nor does it website: http://www.mohave.edu/ assure eventual accreditation. Candidate pages/236.asp for Accreditation is a pre-accreditation 09-10 MCC Catalog & Student Handbook 1.866.664.2832 • www.mohave.edu MCC’s Values Statement These values govern our actions and our interactions with the members Table of Contents of our communities. This statement represents what we value most about MCC Phone Directory 4 Understanding Transfer 27 the service provided by MCC. Admission Information 5 Assured Course Offerings 29 Assessment for Placement 9 Transferrable Courses 30 Integrity We consistently work toward Advising 9 AGEC-A Requirements 33 overcoming the barriers that may Registering for Classes 9 AGEC-B Requirements 36 hinder honesty, trust and sincerity by Tuition & Fees 12 AGEC-E Requirements 38 showing respect for all. In decision making, we practice conviction and Refunds 15 AGEC-S Requirements 40 act with courage. We trust others and Financial Aid 15 AAS Requirements 42 are trustworthy. VA Benefits 16 Career & Technical Programs 43 Supportive Environment Scholarships 16 Course Descriptions 65 We are committed to being student Academic Services 16 Administration 113 centered and exercise patience, compassion and inclusiveness. Distance Education 19 Academic Administration 113 Non-Academic Services 19 Resident Faculty 113 Quality Academic Expectations 20 Full-Time Staff 116 We aim for excellence in all that we do. We value efficiency and Grading Standards 21 Associate Faculty 119 consistency in our roles. Graduation 23 Student Handbook 123 Responsiveness Programs at MCC 25 Index 165 We encourage all individuals to be creative and innovative and pledge to be open and flexible. We take pride in our communities and give our time and talents to respond to the needs of each community. Having Fun This catalog presents the academic programs offered at MCC, specific areas We embrace the concept of having of interest and course descriptions, and an outline of the steps necessary for fun and finding joy in our work and enrollment at MCC. services. The catalog does not establish a contractual relationship but it summarizes the total Commitment requirements which the student must presently meet before qualifying for a faculty We believe in our values and accept recommendation to the District Governing Board to award a degree or certificate. responsibility for our actions and decisions. Mohave Community College reserves the right to change, without notice, any materials, information, requirements, regulations, or fees published in this catalog. 1.866.664.2832 • www.mohave.edu 09-10 MCC Catalog & Student Handbook MCC Phone Directory At-A-Glance Academic Advising Dental Hygiene . 928.704.7797 LHC . 928.453.1139 BHC . 928.758.1404 NCK . 928.757.0839 LHC . 928.505.3389 NMC. 928.875.9125 NCK . 928.757.0877 Distance Education . 928.757.0867 NMC. 928.875.9116 Registration Information BHC . 928-704-5092 Adult Basic Education English Language Learners LHC . 928-453-1139 BHC . 928.704.7786 BHC . 928.704.7796 NCK . 928.757.0839 LHC . 928.505.3332 Spanish hotline . 1.866.664.2832 NMC. 928-875-9125 NCK . 928.692.3040 NMC . 928.875.9120 Financial Aid Small Business BHC . 928.758.8407 Development Center Angel™ LHC . 928.505.3307 NCK . 928.757.0894 1.866.749.8239 NCK . 928.757.0855 Assistance . NMC. 928.875.9116 Student Services Bookstore BHC . 928.704.5090 BHC . 928.704.9403 General Education Chair LHC . 928.505.3389 BHC .