2020-2021 Student Handbook and Catalog
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FCTC Mission The mission of First Coast Technical College is to provide career, technical and adult education to meet the changing needs of students, businesses and the regional workforce. FCTC EEO Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement First Coast Technical College acts in compliance with all federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination. Discrimination based on race, national origin, sex, handicap, age, religion, or marital status against a student or an employee at FCTC is prohibited. No person shall, on the basis of race, national origin, sex, physical handicap, age, religion or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity or in any employment conditions or practices. Questions, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding discrimination or harassment may be sent to the Principal. FCTC Student Handbook and Catalog Rev: 08/2020 Page 1 of 120 TABLE OF CONTENTS A Career and Technical College .................................................................................................................................... 1 FCTC Administration ................................................................................................................................................. 1 FCTC Vision ............................................................................................................................................................... 1 FCTC Mission ............................................................................................................................................................. 1 FCTC EEO Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement ................................................................................................. 1 Career and Adult Education Centers .................................................................................................................... 5 Accreditation ..................................................................................................................................................... 5 General Information ............................................................................................................................................. 7 Equal Opportunity Education ........................................................................................................................... 7 Release of Student Information ........................................................................................................................ 7 Student Center and Bookstore ......................................................................................................................... 7 Main Campus Office Hours ............................................................................................................................... 7 Class Schedules ................................................................................................................................................. 7 Length of Grading Period (Secondary Students) .............................................................................................. 8 Child Care – Tech Tots....................................................................................................................................... 8 Articulation Agreements ................................................................................................................................... 8 Secondary and Dual Enrollment Programs ....................................................................................................... 8 Application Process ........................................................................................................................................... 9 Dining Facilities ............................................................................................................................................... 10 Insurance ........................................................................................................................................................ 10 Parking ............................................................................................................................................................ 10 Transportation ................................................................................................................................................ 10 Visitor Policy ................................................................................................................................................... 10 Admissions .......................................................................................................................................................... 11 Ability to Benefit ............................................................................................................................................. 11 Admission Policy ............................................................................................................................................. 11 Residency Status ............................................................................................................................................. 11 How to Enroll in 4 Easy Steps! ........................................................................................................................ 12 Application Process ......................................................................................................................................... 13 Transfer of Credit ............................................................................................................................................ 13 Assessment ..................................................................................................................................................... 13 Applied Academics for Adult Education (AAAE) ............................................................................................. 14 Services to Students with Special Needs ........................................................................................................ 14 Attendance/Withdrawals ............................................................................................................................... 14 Financial Information .......................................................................................................................................... 18 Refunds ........................................................................................................................................................... 18 Fee Policies ..................................................................................................................................................... 19 Starting FAFSA ................................................................................................................................................. 21 FCTC Student Handbook and Catalog 08/2020 Page 2 of 120 NEW to the FAFSA Process: ............................................................................................................................ 21 Returning User: ............................................................................................................................................... 21 Need Help? ..................................................................................................................................................... 21 Final Steps ....................................................................................................................................................... 21 Verification Policy ........................................................................................................................................... 22 Consent to Release Student Information Form ...................................................................................... 23 Laboratory/Facility/Equipment Use Fees ....................................................................................................... 24 Financial Aid – Guidance ................................................................................................................................. 27 Satisfactory Academic