Course Catalog 2018-2019
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2018 – 2019 Catalog ACCREDITATIONS Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Phone: (267) 284-5000 Email: [email protected] Spanish: [email protected] Website: https://www.msche.org/ Candidacy Status American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), Veterinary Technology Program Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) Physical Therapist Assistant Program Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182 (312) 704-5300 e-mail: [email protected] Radiologic Technology Program National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF), Automotive Technology Program APPROVALS Pennsylvania Department of Education, State Board of Education United States Department of Education, Title IV Assistance Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Veterans Training American Design Drafting Association (ADDA) International Curriculum Certification, Drafter Level, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology Program REGISTRATIONS United States Department of Agriculture www.johnson.edu 3427 NORTH MAIN AVENUE • SCRANTON • PENNSYLVANIA 18508-1495 (570) 342-6404 (800) 293-9675 About This Catalog This catalog is a primary reference source for students, faculty, staff, and the community and will answer many, if not all, questions regarding Johnson College. Johnson College reserves the right, in its sole judgment, to make changes of any nature in its programs, calendar, or academic schedule whenever it is deemed necessary or desirable. Changes may include course content, scheduling of classes, and canceling of classes and other academic activities. The College will make every effort to provide students with timely notification of such changes. This catalog does not establish a contractual relationship but summarizes current information regarding the calendar, admissions, degree requirements, fees, regulations, and course offerings. The information contained in this catalog is correct at the time of printing. Changes in policy, requirements, and regulations may occur during the year. Student Responsibilities Johnson College students are responsible for reading and abiding by all rules and policies described in this Catalog, individual program area handbooks, and the Student Handbook which includes the Community Code of Ethics. Students are personally responsible for following policies and procedures as they affect their academic progress, financial obligations, and relationships with College authorities, and eligibility for graduation. 1 Accreditation Johnson College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC.) The Pennsylvania Department of Education, State Board of Education, has approved Johnson College as a two-year college. Candidate for Accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. Phone: (267) 284-5000 Email: [email protected] Spanish: [email protected] Website: www.msche.org Candidate for Accreditation is a status of affiliation with a regional accrediting commission which indicates that an institution has achieved initial recognition and is progressing toward, but is not assured of, accreditation. It has provided evidence of sound planning, appears to have the resources to implement the plans, and appears to have the potential for reaching its goals within a reasonable time. The Automotive Technology Program is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF) 101 Blue Seal Drive, S.E. Suite 101, Leesburg, VA 20175 Phone: 1-703-669-6650 Email: [email protected] Website: www.natef.org The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Johnson College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; Phone: 703-706-3245; Email: [email protected] Website: www.capteonline.org The Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182 Phone: (312)704-5300 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.jrcert.org The Veterinary Technology Program is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) 1931 North Meacham Road, Suite 100, Schaumburg, IL 60173-4360 Phone: 800.248.2862 Fax: 847.925.1329 Website: www.avma.org 2 Curriculum Approval The Architectural Drafting & Design Technology program has curriculum approval at the Drafter level by the American Design Drafting Association International (ADDA). 105 East Main Street, Newbern, Tennessee 38059 Telephone: 731.627.0802 Fax: 731.627.9321 Website: www.adda.org General College Policies Non-Discrimination Policy Johnson College does not discriminate with regard to race, color, creed, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, including a transgender identity, genetics, veteran status, or ancestry in the administration of its educational and admission policies, scholarship, loan, athletic and other school administered programs, or employment practices in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, or any other legally protected category. For information regarding civil rights and grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator of Johnson College, 3427 North Main Avenue, Scranton, PA 18508; (570) 702-8944. Pregnancy Policy It is the student’s choice whether or not to inform the Department Chairperson of a pregnancy. If a student chooses not to do so, no accommodations can be made regarding the student’s internship assignment or program of study. Students who choose to disclose their pregnancy should contact the Department Chair. Date of Publication July 2018 Updated online Dec. 2018 O. S. Johnson Technical Institute t/a Johnson College 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION 2018-2019 ACADEMIC CALENDAR ............................................................. 8 History of Johnson College ............................................................................... 9 Mission Statement ............................................................................................ 11 Vision Statement .............................................................................................. 11 Institutional Goals ............................................................................................ 11 Shared Values ................................................................................................... 11 Plan of Education ............................................................................................. 12 Degrees Awarded ............................................................................................. 13 Certificates Awarded ....................................................................................... 13 ENROLLMENT INFORMATION ................................................................ 14 Admission Process ............................................................................................ 14 GED Admission Policy .................................................................................... 15 Home-Schooled Admission Policy .................................................................. 15 Veterans ............................................................................................................ 15 College Placement Exam ................................................................................. 15 Campus Visit .................................................................................................... 15 SOAR (Students Occupationally and Academically Ready) ....................... 16 Transcript Evaluation Procedure ................................................................... 16 Acceptance ........................................................................................................ 17 BURSAR OFFFICE - TUITION, FEES, EXPENSES ................................. 18 Application Fee................................................................................................. 18 Tuition Deposit ................................................................................................. 18 Tuition ............................................................................................................... 18 Annual Student Fees ........................................................................................ 19 REFUND AND ADJUSTMENT OF CHARGES ......................................... 20 Tuition Adjustment .......................................................................................... 20 State Guidelines ................................................................................................ 20 FINANCIAL AID OFFICE ............................................................................ 21 Eligibility ........................................................................................................... 21 Grants................................................................................................................ 21 Loans ................................................................................................................