Community Care College | Clary Sage College | Oklahoma Technical College CATALOG
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COURSECommunity Care College | Clary Sage College | Oklahoma Technical College CATALOG Catalog V.45, Effective November 18, 2016 Community Care College www.communitycarecollege.edu 918-610-0027 4242 S. Sheridan Tulsa, OK 74145 Clary Sage College www.clarysagecollege.com 918-298-8200 3131 S. Sheridan Tulsa, OK 74145 Oklahoma Technical College www.oklahomatechnicalcollege.com 918-895-7500 4444 S. Sheridan Tulsa, OK 74145 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ABOUT US Mission……………………………………………………………………………… Page 4 Purpose and Objectives………………………………………………................ Page 4 History and Statement of Legal Control………………………………………. Page 4 Physical Facility Description……………………………………………………. Page 4 Hours of Operation……………………………………………………………….. Page 4 Approvals & Licenses……………………………………………………………. Page 5 Accreditation……………………………………………………………................ Page 5 ACADEMIC POLICIES Curriculum…………………………………………………………………………… Page 5 Credit Definition…………………………………………………………………….. Page 5 Transfer of Credit to Other Colleges…………………………………............... Page 5 Previous Education………………………………………………………………… Page 5 Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)………………………………………………. Page 6 Grading System…………………………………………………………………….. Page 6 Student Advisement……………………………………………………………….. Page 6 Tutoring………………………………………………………………………………. Page 6 Make-Up Work………………………………………………………………………. Page 6 Graduation Requirements………………………………………………………… Page 6 Course Numbering System……………………………………………………….. Page 7 ADMISSIONS Eligibility Requirements………………………………………………………….. Page 7 General Admissions Requirements……………………………………………. Page 7 Online Enrollment…………………………………………………………………. Page 9 COLLEGE POLICIES Non-Discrimination Policy………………………………………………………. Page 10 Cancellation of Program…………………………………………………………. Page 10 Disabilities…………………………………………………………………………... Page 10 Dress Code………………………………………………………………………….. Page 10 Tobacco Policy……………………………………………………………………... Page 10 Drug Free……………………………………………………………………………. Page 10 Records……………………………………………………………………………… Page 10 Gainful Employment ……………………………………………………………… Page 11 FERPA………………………………………………………………………………... Page 11 Closing………………………………………………………………………………. Page 11 Withdrawal Policy………………………………………………………………….. Page 11 FINANCIAL AID Enrollment Standards……………………………………………………………. Page 11 Acceleration of Program………………………………………………………… Page 12 Cancellation/Refund Policy…………………………………………………….. Page 12 Satisfactory Academic Progress………………………………………………. Page 12 Return of Title IX Funds, HEA Policy………………………………................ Page 15 STUDENT POLICIES Attendance………………………………………………………………………….. Page 17 Academic Honesty……………………………………………………………….. Page 18 Career Services…………………………………………………………............... Page 18 Leave of Absence………………………………………………………............... Page 18 Conduct…………………………………………………………………………….. Page 18 Grievance Procedure…………………………………………………………….. Page 19 Appeal and Reinstatement Policy……..……………………………................ Page 19 Program Change………………………………………………………………….. Page 19 PROGRAM OVERVIEWS Program Overviews…………………………………………………………….. Page 20 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Course Descriptions…………………………………………………………….. Page 58 3 ABOUT US MISSION As a private, nonprofit college, the mission of the institution is to transform lives and contribute to society by providing career-focused higher education opportunities that empower students to obtain successful employment, develop leadership skills, and serve their communities. PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES The College believes that our value in the community is measured by the students’ success. We continue through our mission to accomplish this by providing educational opportunities for our students through our commitment to the needs of the industry; therefore, we are dedicated to the accomplishments of the following objectives: ▪ To provide specialized educational services to impart graduates with competitive technical skills ▪ To provide in-depth education in technical programs for the direct entry of the graduate into the job market ▪ To assist employers by providing entry-level employees who are educated in the skills that meet the needs of the industry ▪ To assist the graduate on a local and national level in securing gainful employment in their chosen industry in addition to future positions according the graduate’s abilities, interests and skills HISTORY AND STATEMENT OF LEGAL CONTROL The College is an Oklahoman 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation operating under the control of Community HigherEd Institute. The college was established by Teresa Knox in 1995, originally as a for-profit institution, and then converted to nonprofit status in 2015 in order to further enhance the mission of the college, to expand educational opportunities to those who need it the most, and to increase commitment to the community. Dr. Kevin Kirk is the College President and reports to the executive board of the nonprofit. All inquiries can be made to Dr. Kirk at [email protected]. Public Charity Mission Statement The mission of Community HigherEd, is to advance the purpose of Community Care College, Clary Sage College, and Oklahoma Technical College through active engagement, advocacy, fundraising, and stewardship. PHYSICAL FACILITY DESCRIPTION Community Care College (CCC) is located on the northwest corner of 43rd Street and South Sheridan Road in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The modern three- story structure is constructed of reinforced steel with a glass and aluminum façade with an interior area of approximately 66,000 square feet. Clary Sage College (CSC) is located on six acres off the Broken Arrow Expressway at Sheridan in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Equipped with a walking path and courtyard, the outdoor space is conducive to student fellowship. One of the largest schools of its kind in the United States, the multi-million dollar educational space is comprised of two floors. The three buildings comprising the Oklahoma Technical College (OTC) campus are situated on a nine acre tract located at 4444 South Sheridan Road, Tulsa. Student-to-instructor ratios have a maximum of 25 students per instructor in a lab environment. Student-to-instructor ratios average approximately 30 students per instructor in lecture and online courses. HOURS OF OPERATION The Colleges’ administrative offices are open from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday and 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Numerous courses are available between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Course schedules are as follows: CCC Diploma Programs: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday or 9:00 a.m. to 12:00p.m. Monday-Friday or 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday- Thursday or 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday or 9:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Monday-Thursday. CSC Diploma Programs: Monday -Friday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm or Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 2:00 pm or Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am to 1:00 pm or Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm or Monday - Thursday, 12:30 pm to 5:30 pm or Monday - Thursday, 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm or Monday - Thursday, 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm or Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am to 3:00 and Saturday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm or Monday - Tuesday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm and Wednesday 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. OTC Diploma Programs: 7:00 am – 12:00 pm Monday through Friday or 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Mon – Friday or 12:30 pm – 5:30 pm Mon – Friday or 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Monday – Thursday or 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm Monday – Thursday or 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm & 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Monday – Thursday and Saturday or 4:30 pm – 10:30 pm & 9:00 am – 2:00 pm or 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Mon – Thursday and Saturday. Associate Degrees: 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday-Friday or 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday-Friday or 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday or 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday-Friday or 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, or 7:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Monday-Thursday or 11:00 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. Monday Thursday or 6:00 p.m. – 9:45 p.m. Monday-Thursday or 7:30 a.m.-10:20 a.m. Monday-Thursday or 11:00 a.m. – 1:50 p.m. Monday-Thursday or 6:00 p.m. – 8:50 p.m. Monday-Thursday or 9:00 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. Monday – Thursday Online Courses: These courses are asynchronous and taught completely online around the student's’ personal schedule; however, some lectures and content is scheduled depending on the discretion of the instructor. Learners access primary content and instruction using a variety of tools from the Learning Management System. 4 APPROVALS & LICENSES Community Care College, Clary Sage College, and Oklahoma Technical College are licensed by the Oklahoma Board of Private Vocational Colleges and are authorized by Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education to offer Associate of Occupational Science Degrees. Clary Sage College is licensed by the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering located at 2401 NW 23rd, Suite 84 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73107 (405) 521-2441 Programs licensed: Barber, Basic Cosmetology, Esthetician, Nail Technician, Makeup Artist/Cosmetician, Hair Braiding Technician, and Master Instructor Clary Sage College is recognized as a National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) Assigned School. The College has approvals by, Vocational Rehabilitation, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Workforce Oklahoma, Better Business Bureau Accredited Business, and the United States Department of Education. Community Care College, Clary Sage College and Oklahoma Technical College are approved for Veteran’s Education. ACCREDITATION The College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). ACICS is located at 750 First Street, NE Suite 980 in Washington, DC 20002, (202) 336-6780. The Accrediting Council