2018 – 2019 Catalog

Southern West Community and Technical College 1-866-SWVCTC1 www.southernwv.edu

This catalog is for informational purposes only and is not considered a binding contract between Southern Community and Technical College and its students. The College reserves the right to change any statement in this publication concerning, but not limited to, rules, policies, tuition, fees, refunds, curricula, and courses without advance notice or obligation. Failure to read this catalog does not excuse students from the regulations and requirements described herein. Institutional Accreditation

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College is accredited by the:

Higher Learning Commission Radiologic Technology 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Chicago, Illinois 60604-1413 Technology Phone: 312.263.0456 or 800.621.7440 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Fax: 312.263.7462 Chicago, IL 60606-3182 http://www.hlcommission.org Phone: 312.704.5300 Fax: 312.704.5304 Programmatic Accreditation http://www.jrcert.org Agencies accrediting specific program offerings at Community and Technical College include: Respiratory Care Technology Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care Medical Laboratory Technology 1248 Harwood Road National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Bedford, TX 76021-4244

Sciences Phone: 817.283.2835 5600 River Road, Suite 720 Fax: 817.354.8519 Rosemont, IL 60018 http://www.coarc.com Phone: 847.939.3597 or 773.714.8880 Fax: 773.714.8886 Paramedic Science http://www.naacls.org Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions Nursing 8301 Lakeview Parkway Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) Suite 111-312 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850 Rowlett, TX 75088 Atlanta, GA 30326 Phone: 404.975.5000 Surgical Technology http://www.acenursing.org Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs West Virginia Board of Examiners for Registered 25400 US Highway 19 N Professional Nurses Suite 158 90 MacCorkle Avenue, SW, Suite 203 Clearwater, FL 33763 South Charleston, WV 25303 Phone: 727.210.2350 Phone: 304.744.0900 or 1.877.743.NURS(6877) Fax: 727.210.2354 Fax: 304.744.0600 E-mail: [email protected] http://www.wvrnboard.wv.gov http://www.CAAHEP.org E-mail: [email protected] Disclaimer This catalog is for informational purposes only and is not considered a binding contract between Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College and its students. The College reserves the right to change any statement in this publication concerning, but not limited to, rules, policies, tuition, fees, refunds, curricula, and courses without advance notice or obligation. Failure to read this catalog does not excuse students from the regulations and requirements described herein. Affirmative Action Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provisions of its education and employment programs and services.

It is the policy of Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College to provide equal opportunities to all prospective and current members of the student body, faculty, and staff on the basis of individual qualifications and merit without regard to race, ethnicity, sex, color, gender, religion, age, sexual or gender orientation, disability, marital status, veterans status, or national origin.

This nondiscrimination policy also applies to all educational programs, to admission, to employment, and to other related activities covered under Title IX, which prohibits sex discrimination in higher education.

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College also neither affiliates with nor grants recognition to any individual, group, or organization having policies that discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, sex, color, gender, religion, age, sexual or gender orientation, disability, marital status, veterans status, or national origin. Inquiries regarding compliance with any state or federal nondiscrimination law may be addressed to:

Affirmative Action Officer Mr. Doug Kennedy Director of Human Resources Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College P.O. Box 2900 Mount Gay, WV 25637 304.896.7408

Title IX Coordinator Mr. Darrell Taylor Director of Enrollment Management and Student Engagement Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College P.O. Box 2900 Mount Gay, WV 25637 304.896.7432

Section 504 Coordinator Ms. Dianna Toler Director of Disability and Adult Services and Interim Vice President for Student Services Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College P.O. Box 2900 Mount Gay, WV 25637 304.896.7315 A Welcome from the President

Welcome to Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College, and thank you for selecting us as your institution of higher learning. By attending a community college, you join millions of others who have made the decision to take advantage of quality educational opportunities that are both accessible and affordable.

At a time when everyone is concerned about paying for college, Southern’s tuition and fees are among the lowest of West Virginia colleges and universities. Our affordable tuition, combined with comprehensive financial aid opportunities, make it possible for you to get the training and education that you need to take you directly into the workforce or to transfer to another college of your choice to complete your baccalaureate degree.

The faculty and staff at Southern are focused on student success. Classes and support services are designed to help students meet their academic, professional, and personal objectives. Our focus on students means that Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College is an ideal place for all types of people. Whether you are graduating from one of our area’s high schools, making the choice to return to college for better job prospects, or deciding to finish something you started long ago, Southern has the tools and resources to support you in reaching your educational goals. Whatever your circumstances, Southern has a long history of introducing students just like you to a college education and seeing lives changed.

We are pleased to share our 2018-2019 academic catalog with you. Consider it your pathway to the future because inside you will discover that we offer a variety of associate degree and certificate programs through a variety of delivery modes to fit into your life. We continue to initiate new programs and articulation agreements with four-year colleges and universities, both in-state and out-of-state, to meet the workforce needs of our region and state. I encourage you to take advantage of the resources that are available for you and to enjoy the benefits of attending an institution that gives students the preparation they need to succeed.

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College is dedicated to providing accessible, affordable, quality education and training that promote success for those we serve. That is our mission and we intend to achieve it with you in mind. I wish you the very best as you pursue your educational and employment goals and thank you for choosing Southern. We look forward to working with you to create your pathway to success.

Robert E. Gunter, Ed.D. President Table of Contents

Academic Calendar...... 1

About Southern ...... 5

Southern’s History...... 6

Mission Statement...... 7

Our Core Values...... 7

Vision Statement...... 8

General Education Philosophy and Goals...... 8

Campus Locations ...... 9

Off-Campus Courses...... 9

Admission Procedures...... 11

General Admission...... 12

Classification of Students ...... 12

Residency Determination...... 14

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