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2013-14 Academic Catalog EAGLE GATE COLLEGE Main Campus: Murray 5588 South Green Street Murray, Utah 84123 (801) 333-8100 Additional Locations: Layton 915 North 400 West Layton, Utah 84041 (801) 546-7500 Salt Lake City 405 South Main Street, Ste. 130 Salt Lake City, Utah 84111 (801) 333-7120 Revised July 2013 - 1 - Welcome to Eagle Gate College Congratulations on your decision to further your education and to embark upon a promising career path. Just as you are making a commitment to your future, we are committed to providing you with a quality education. Eagle Gate College was founded on the ideal that technical, communication and interpersonal skills are intertwined in today’s business world. The administration, faculty, and staff are dedicated individuals with a vast array of experience and expertise. We are committed to passing this knowledge on to you and helping you obtain the information you will need to be successful. We want to make your educational experience a positive and productive force in your life. Our enthusiasm and pride in our students’ accomplishments only grows as time passes. We love career education and want to pass that love on to you. We look forward to our association with you and wish you success in your academic pursuits. “Think of yourself as on the threshold of unparalleled success, a whole clear, glorious life lies before you. Achieve! Achieve!” –Andrew Carnegie Janet Head Operations Director Murray, Layton and Salt Lake City Campuses - 2 - Table of Contents ABOUT EAGLE GATE COLLEGE ............................................................................................................................. 4 ADMISSIONS ............................................................................................................................................................... 6 TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ..................................................................................................................... 10 FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS ................................................................................................................................. 13 ACADEMIC INFORMATION AND STANDARDS ................................................................................................. 22 STUDENT LIFE.......................................................................................................................................................... 40 CAREER SERVICES .................................................................................................................................................. 42 GRADUATION PROCEDURE .................................................................................................................................. 42 OPERATING POLICIES ............................................................................................................................................ 43 PROGRAMS OF STUDY ........................................................................................................................................... 46 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 74 COLLEGE ADMINISTRATION................................................................................................................................ 97 PROGRAM DIRECTORS AND FACULTY ............................................................................................................. 98 ACADEMIC CALENDAR ....................................................................................................................................... 101 NURSING CALENDAR ........................................................................................................................................... 101 TUITION AND FEES ............................................................................................................................................... 103 - 3 - ABOUT EAGLE GATE COLLEGE Institutional Mission We are caring professionals who empower individuals to achieve personal excellence through student-centered, market-driven education. This mission is further defined by: Objectives . Deliver quality, career-related education, which produces competent graduates who are qualified for entry-level positions in their chosen professions . Develop professionalism and confidence through career-related education . Provide a quality environment that includes ethical and moral conduct codes Governing Values . Make a positive difference in people’s lives by teaching skills that empower individuals to make meaningful contributions to society . Live by and teach proper professional behavior . Adapt to change and create innovation . Accept those who are associated with the College as members of a team by recognizing that each has a unique contribution to make to that team effort Strategies . Commit each employee and student to live by a code of conduct that reflects professionalism . Design curricula to fit the growing needs of industry through expansion and modification . Obtain instructors who have the knowledge and experience to provide students with an in-depth and expedient educational experience . Provide Career Services resources to develop opportunities for employment utilizing the skills obtained at the College Vision Statement The Eagle Gate Group is known for giving power to students and associates by teaching cutting-edge, competency- based education, and leadership and personal effectiveness skills to have the career and life they desire. Eagle Gate College History The College was founded in 1979 under the name Intermountain College of Court Reporting. The College provided quality education and training for students to become professional court reporters. In July 2001, the College was acquired by Bullen and Wilson, LLC, and the name was changed to Eagle Gate College. The name change reflected the broadened scope of the College with the addition of diploma programs in business, computer, and medical fields. In January 2002, the College was approved to offer Associate of Science degrees. In October 2007, the College was approved to offer Bachelor of Science degrees. In September 2004, a branch campus was established in Layton, Utah, to meet the educational needs of the local population. In March 2005, the downtown Salt Lake City branch campus was established. Location: Eagle Gate College – Murray Campus is located at 5588 South Green Street (360 West), Murray, Utah, near I-15 and 5300 South. Eagle Gate College – Salt Lake City Campus is located at 405 South Main Street, Suite 130, Salt Lake City, Utah. Eagle Gate College – Layton Branch Campus is located at 915 North 400 West, Layton, Utah, near I-15. - 4 - Building and Facilities: All Eagle Gate College campuses have well-lighted, air-conditioned classrooms and supporting facilities. College facilities include classrooms, computer labs, pharmacy, nursing, dental and medical labs, massage therapy and personal fitness labs, and administrative offices. Eating Facilities: Facilities are equipped with food and beverage machines for student use. Many commercial facilities are located in the vicinity of each campus. Parking and Public Transportation: Parking facilities are provided at the College for students, faculty, and administration. The facilities are conveniently located close to the freeway and are easily accessible by public transportation. There is a fee for student parking at the downtown Salt Lake City campus. Housing: Eagle Gate College maintains no housing accommodations for students. There are a number of apartment buildings in the general vicinity of each campus. For further housing information, students should check with Student Services. Office Hours: Administrative offices are open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Appointments after hours and at other times may be made by calling in advance. Photo Identification: Students will receive student photo identification cards at New Student Orientation at no charge. Accreditation Eagle Gate College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award bachelor and associate degrees, and diplomas. The address of ACICS is 750 First Street, N.E. Suite 980, Washington D.C. 20002-4241, telephone number (202) 336-6780. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The Nursing program offered at Eagle Gate College is a candidate for accreditation by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). Students successfully completing the program will meet the educational requirements for licensure and will be eligible to sit for the Registered Nurse licensure examination (NCLEX-RN). The address of the NLNAC is 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Ste. 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, telephone number (404) 975-5000. Authorizations, Approvals, and Memberships Eagle Gate College is exempt from the registration requirements of U.C.A. 13-34-105 by virtue of accreditation by a national accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education. The College has been granted an Accredited Institution Certificate of Exemption from the Utah State Department of Commerce Division of Consumer Protection. Eagle Gate College is licensed by Murray