Lincoln Technical Institute Lincoln Mall 622 George Washington Highway Lincoln, Ri 02865 (401) 334-2430

Lincoln, Rhode Island Campus 2020-2022 Official School Catalog Volume XXVII Revised and Effective, December 2020

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LINCOLN TECHNICAL INSTITUTE LINCOLN MALL 622 GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGHWAY LINCOLN, RI 02865 (401) 334-2430

Lincoln Technical Institute, Rhode Island Is a Branch Campus of LINCOLN TECHNICAL INSTITUTE 675 ROUTE 1 SOUTH, 2ND FLOOR ISELIN, NJ 08830 (732) 548-8798 “ www.lincolntech.edu

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Marie G. Acker CAMPUS PRESIDENT

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INTRODUCTION 3 Our Mission 3 History 3 Philosophy 3 A Letter from the President & CEO 4 CAREER PROGRAMS ...... 5 Computer Systems Support Technician 6 Dental Assisting 7 Medical Assistant 8 Medical Office Assistant 9 Practical Nursing 10 Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Technician ...... 11 Course Descriptions 12 GENERAL INFORMATION 19 Accreditation 20 Approvals/Certifications/Licenses 20 Associations 20 Statement of Ownership 20 Compliance with City, State, and Federal Regulations 20 Notice to Students 20 Harassment Policy 20 ADMISSIONS POLICIES ...... 22 Criteria for Admission 23 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy 34 Important Disclosures Regarding Practical Nursing Program 23 Course and Academic Measurement 34 Orientation 23 Grading 34 Introductory Period of Enrollment 23 Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAP) 34 Single Courses 24 Introduction 34 Withdrawal 24 S atisfactory Academic Progress– Practical Nursing 35 FINANCIAL INFORMATION 25 Qualitative Measure of Progress Financial Aid Programs 26 (Grade Point Average) 35 Scholarships 26 Quantitative Measure of Progress Tuition & Fees 26 (Pace of Progression and Maximum Time Frame) 35 Cancellation & Refund Policy 26 Evaluation Period 35 Return of Title IV Federal Student Aid 26 Failure to Meet Standards 35 Rhode Island Refund Policy 27 Appeals and Probation 36 GENERAL STUDENT INFORMATION ...... 28 Notification of Status and Appeal Results 36 Building Hours 29 Reinstatement 36 Dress Standard 29 Treatment of Grades and Credits ...... 36 Career Services 29 Satisfactory Academic Progress for VA Beneficiaries 37 School Calendar 29 Transcripts (Progress Records) 37 School Closing 29 Transfer Credits 37 Smoking 29 Externship Requirements 38 Student Complaint/Grievance Policy 29 Withdrawals and Incomplete Grades 38 Visitor Policy 30 Course Repeats 38 Official Student Communication 30 Grade Appeal Policy 38 Educational Equipment 30 Leave of Absence 38 ACADEMIC INFORMATION 31 Re-entrance Policy 38 Class Schedules 32 Graduation Requirements 39 Certificate and Diploma Programs 32 CAMPUS INFORMATION ...... 40 Student Conduct 32 Corporate Administration 41 Attendance 33 Campus Information 41 Attendance for Blended Programs 33 Administration and School Faculty Addendum Make-up 33 Academic Calendar Addendum Consultation and Tutoring 33 Schedule of Fees Addendum Student Advising 33 Holiday Schedule Addendum

2 Introduction At LTI, you can get on the path History Philosophy to a great career quickly. A Commitment to Complete Preparing the whole person for Lincoln Technical Institute is specifically designed to help dedicated men and women Training… a changing world achieve success. In less than a year, you can In the Spring of 2001, Lincoln Technical Lincoln Technical Institute is dedicated have job-ready skills that meet the demand Institute, Inc. purchased the Computer- and committed to providing an up-to-date, of today’s work environment. Ed Institute(s) in Woburn (which soon high-quality, and enriching instructional Each program offers a dynamic after moved to a much larger facility program, designed for serious-minded curriculum that’s continually updated and in Somerville), Boston, and Brockton, students in quest of excellence in education. monitored to keep pace with advancing Massachusetts; North Providence and The philosophy of the Institute technology. You can be assured the Lincoln, Rhode Island; Marietta and extends beyond the teaching of technical program you choose will provide the skills Norcross, Georgia and Henderson, Nevada. proficiencies and practical knowledge. needed to meet your career goals. In June, 2001 the new branch campus in Each and every member of the student By training on appropriate equipment Lowell, Massachusetts started its first class. body is cared for, recognized, and you can gain the skills to qualify In the Summer of 2002, the company respected. Concern for individual needs, for great entry-level employment decided to expand its program offerings abilities, and interests is the hallmark of opportunities. To prospective employers, to include Allied Health Programs. our philosophy of education. such instant productivity is valuable and In July of 2003 the Computer-Ed We believe the fundamental purpose of it’s just a part of what sets LTI graduates Institute schools started the application education is to help individuals to develop apart from the others. process to change their name to more fully, to help inculcate them with ideals The instructors will often work with accurately reflect the diversity of our and attitudes, to enhance their ability you, one-on-one, helping you master program offerings. to adapt to variations and differences, the skills you need to get the job you In February, 2004 final approval of and to enable them to make a definite want. Because the faculty members are the name change to Career Education contribution to society. professionals, they have often worked in Institute was received. We believe that education augments the same fields they are teaching. They In May 2006, The Career Education the moral worth and dignity of bring both their knowledge and experience Institute schools started the application all individuals and broadens their to the classroom so you learn job skills process to change their name to more intellectual horizons, affording them and practical applications. Your Lincoln accurately reflect the corporation greater opportunities for living a more Technical Institute education carefully name, Lincoln Technical Institute, Inc., meaningful and productive life. simulates the workplace helping to give and received approval to change their We believe that an individual learns as you the confidence to feel comfortable name to Lincoln Technical Institute a total person and that learning requires and successful in your future career in August, 2006. The reasons for the self-activity, discipline, and skill-mastery environment. change are the result of goals established practices on the part of the learner. As you work toward completion of your in the long-range strategic plan for our We believe education means growth in program, you’ll benefit from LTI’s staff of institute(s) and its parent corporation, purpose and self-direction. Students should well-connected career services professionals. Lincoln Educational Services (LESC), grow to feel that their destinies are within Using your goals and interests as a guide, and the perception of the institute(s) to their own control. they’ll assist with targeting employers for prospective students and employers in We believe that the time-honored values job interviews, teach you how to write a Rhode Island. of truth, honesty, consideration, sincerity, resumé, and coach you on how to make Lincoln Educational Services and the putting forth of one’s best effort at the most positive impression. If you’re Corporation is a leading provider of all times promote a sense of “esprit de corps” ready to benefit from a supportive, hands- diversified career-oriented postsecondary within our school community. on education that prepares you to be in education. Lincoln offers recent high Lincoln Technical Institute is proud of its demand right away, we have what you need: school graduates and working adults many graduates who have taken their place in the tools, the confidence, and the contacts degree and diploma programs in five the industry for which they were trained, and to become a success. principal areas of study: health sciences, will continue to exercise its leadership role automotive technology, skilled trades, in training persons for marketable skills by Our Mission hospitality services and business and constantly revising and updating programs as information technology. Lincoln has technological change occurs in the industry. Lincoln’s mission is to provide superior provided the workforce with skilled education and training to our students technicians since its inception in 1946. for in-demand careers in a supportive, Lincoln currently operates over 20 accessible learning environment, campuses in 14 states under 3 brands: transforming students’ lives and adding Lincoln College of Technology, Lincoln value to their communities. Technical Institute, and Euphoria Institute of Beauty Arts and Sciences.

3 Introduction

A Letter from the President & CEO

We believe education and training increase In addition to careful and detailed your self-esteem and enable you to work in a instruction, faculty, staff and administration rewarding and satisfying career. In order to provide ongoing support and encouragement. achieve our high educational standards, we You gain skills and confidence at LTI, so you carefully select qualified instructors that can achieve success here and in other areas offer competency and experience, as well as a of your life. caring commitment to each student’s success. It is our desire to provide you with the In the development of curricula, we ability and awareness to be of value in continuously monitor the current industry a technologically changing world. Your standards and update our courses regularly education and training here will be enriching, to reflect change in the employment trends. relevant and empowering. In a very short time, Our classrooms offer industry standard you can become a well-rounded, capable equipment that simulates the workplace as employee in the professional or technical field closely as possible. you choose.

Sincerely,

Scott M. Shaw President & Chief Executive Officer

4 Career Programs

Enjoy the far-reaching, fast-moving pace of the business, professional and technical world.

Computer Systems Support Technician 6 Dental Assisting 7 Medical Assistant 8 Medical Office Assistant 9 Practical Nursing 10 Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Technician ...... 11 Course Descriptions 12

5 Career Programs Course Descriptions begin on page 12. Computer Systems Support Technician CSST100D– DIPLOMA PROGRAM DAY/AFTERNOON/EVENING PROGRAMS total instructional hours ...... 990 total semester credits* ...... 34 . .5 weeks to complete – day . . . . . approximately 45 (including holidays and scheduled breaks) weeks to complete – eve . . . . . approximately 64 (including holidays and scheduled breaks) *The listing of credit hours is not meant to imply that credits can be transferred into college or other private career school programs. Transfer credits are at the sole discretion of the receiving school.

program objective

The Computer Systems Support Technician program will provide students Upon completion of this program, students will be trained for entry level with a strong foundation on which to build a successful career in Information positions in the IT field as Computer and Information Systems Technicians, Technology. Students will be exposed to the core principles and procedures Software Support Technicians, Systems Administrator, Computer Support of networking concepts, office applications, computer hardware and software, Specialist, Help Desk Support Technician, and other employment in the and desktop operating systems. They will also be exposed to the unique Information Technology field. Students will be encouraged and eligible to sit challenges of the IT business world and become skilled in customer service for a specific set of industry certifications such as; CompTIA ITF, CompTIA essentials. This program emphasizes hands-on learning experiences (software A+, and Network+. Students will be required to complete out-of-class and hardware) based on performance based objectives, and incorporates assignment in each course, except externship. troubleshooting techniques in every course.

lecture lab ext total credit number course hours hours hours hours hours prerequisites

IT101T IT Fundamentals with Student Success 20 70 0 90 3.0

IT150T PC Repair and Support 30 60 0 90 3.5

IT161T PC Operating System Support 30 60 0 90 3.5

IT121T Introduction to Networking Tools and Techniques 30 60 0 90 3.5

IT192T Advanced Networking with Routing and Firewalls 30 60 0 90 3.5 IT121T

IT130T Desktop Operating Systems 30 60 0 90 3.5

IT206T Microsoft Windows Server 30 60 0 90 3.5 IT121T, IT130T

IT208T Cloud Computing with Remote Service 20 70 0 90 3.0 IT121T, IT130T, IT206T

IT210T Introduction to Security 30 60 0 90 3.5 IT121T, IT130T, IT206T

IT101T, IT150T, IT161T, IT121T, IT208T, IT250 Information Technology Externship 0 0 180 180 4.0 IT130T, IT192T, IT206T, IT210T TOTALS 250 560 180 990 34.5

Note: Course numbers and sequences are listed here for reference only. The actual delivery sequence of courses contained in this program may vary depending on individual campus scheduling.

* The Information Technology Externship is a full-time commitment of 180 hours at 24-30 hours per week for 6-8 weeks. Externship hours are daytime hours for both day and evening programs. All weeks exclude holidays, course change days and make-up hours for absences during externship. Actual times are set by the externship sites. Students are responsible for transportation to and from the extern site, as well as meals.

MAXIMUM TIME FRAME (MTF) = 51 5. CREDITS CIP CODE–11 1006. • SOC CODE 15-1151

6 Career Programs Course Descriptions begin on page 12. Dental Assisting DA515T – DIPLOMA PROGRAM DAY/AFTERNOON/EVENING PROGRAMS total instructional hours ...... 1200 total semester credits* ...... 41 . 0. weeks to complete – day . . . . . approximately 51 (including holidays and scheduled breaks) weeks to complete – eve . . . . . approximately 72 (including holidays and scheduled breaks) *The listing of credit hours is not meant to imply that credits can be transferred into college or other private career school programs. Transfer credits are at the sole discretion of the receiving school.

program objective

The Dental Assisting program is designed to prepare the student with a strong range of opportunities for the graduate, the program also focuses on the business foundation on which to build a successful career as a competent entry-level aspects of a dental practice including practice management. dental assistant. A well-rounded curriculum offers the student knowledge and This program prepares students for certification testing, although there is no skills in the technical areas of preventive dentistry, four-handed dentistry, chair guarantee of passing the certification test and passing the test is not a graduation side assisting with emphasis in diagnostics, operative, fixed prosthodontics, requirement. pediatric dentistry, orthodontic procedures, endodontic procedures, surgical Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course, procedures, and expanded functions, and dental radiology. Because of the wide except externship.

lecture lab ext total credit number course hours hours hours hours hours prerequisites

CORE COURSES

DA133T The Dental Profession and Dental Office Management 45 45 0 90 3.5

DA108T General and Dental Anatomy 45 45 0 90 3.5

DA109T Infection Control and Dental Sciences 45 45 0 90 3.5

DA110T Chairside Assisting I 45 45 0 90 3.5 DA108T, DA109T

DA111T Chairside Assisting II 45 45 0 90 3.5 DA108T, DA109T, DA110T

DA112T Restorative Procedures and Prosthodontics 45 45 0 90 3.5 DA108T, DA109T, DA110T, DA111T

DA113T Dental Health and Dental Specialties 45 45 0 90 3.5 DA108T, DA109T, DA110T, DA111T

DA114T Dental Radiography I 45 45 0 90 3.5 DA108T, DA109T, DA110T, DA111T DA108T, DA109T, DA110T, DA115T Dental Radiography II 45 45 0 90 3.5 DA111T, DA114T OTHER COURSES

HD111T Computers and Software Applications as Productivity Tools 45 45 0 90 3.5

DA116T General Practice Externship 0 0 150 150 3.0 §

DA117T Specialized Practice Externship 0 0 150 150 3.0 §

TOTALS 450 450 300 1200 41.0

NOTE: Course numbers and sequences are listed here for reference only. The actual delivery sequence of courses contained in this program may vary depending on individual campus scheduling.

§Successful completion of all in-school coursework.

Mode of delivery: Residential, Blended Learning or Online are the methods we may use to deliver content in each course. The Residential courses are offered on ground at the campus. Blended courses are offered by delivering a fraction of the course in an online format as well as traditional face to face method. Online courses are delivered 100% online. The Blended delivery and Online delivery plan will implement distance education activities into each course in the program of study. The use of simulations, case studies, assessments and multimedia will be used to enhance the students understanding of the learning objectives outlined in the course syllabus.

MAXIMUM TIME FRAME (MTF) = 61 5. CREDITS CIP CODE–51 0601. • SOC CODE 31-9091

7 Career Programs Course Descriptions begin on page 12. Medical Assistant MA524DT – DIPLOMA PROGRAM DAY/EVENING PROGRAMS total instructional hours ...... 900 . total semester credits* ...... 31 .5 weeks to complete – day . . . approximately. 39 (including holidays and scheduled breaks) weeks to complete – eve . . . approximately. 54 (including holidays and scheduled breaks) *The listing of credit hours is not meant to imply that credits can be transferred into college or other private career school programs. Transfer credits are at the sole discretion of the receiving school.

program objective

The Medical Assistant program prepares students to be multi-functional delivers practical preparation in the healthcare environment. practitioners, thoroughly prepared to perform front office and clinical patient Graduates of this program may find entry-level positions as Office Medical care duties, as well as, basic urgent care procedures. Topics covered include Assistants, EKG Technicians, Unit / Ward Clerks (in a hospital setting), or anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, insurance billing and coding, Medical Records and Health Information Technician. It also provides the electronic health records, ethics, clinical procedures, aseptic technique, diversity of other job options in the hospital or laboratory environment. minor surgical procedures, universal precautions, general skills in document Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each formatting, basic accounting, EKG, and pathophysiology. This program course, except externship. lecture lab externship total credit number course hours hours hours hours hours prerequisites

BIO101T Anatomy and Physiology I 60 30 0 90 3.5

BIO102T Anatomy and Physiology II 60 30 0 90 3.5 BIO101T

SSS150T Student Success Strategies 25 20 0 45 1.5

MCB100T Health Administration and Records Management 45 45 0 90 3.5

IT105T Computer & Information Literacy 15 30 0 45 1.5

MST107T Phlebotomy 30 60 0 90 3.5 BIO101T, BIO102T

MST108T Clinical Procedures 45 45 0 90 3.5 BIO101T, BIO102T

MST130T Pharmacology 45 45 0 90 3.5 BIO101T, BIO102T

MED120T The Virtual Medical Office 45 45 0 90 3.5

EX201T† Clinical Externship 0 0 180 180 4.0 § TOTALS 370 350 180 900 31.5

Note: Course numbers and sequences are listed here for reference only. The actual delivery sequence of courses contained in this program may vary depending on individual campus scheduling.

§ Successful completion of all in school course work must be completed prior to clinical externship.

† The Clinical Externship is a full-time commitment of 180 hours at 30 hours per week for 6 weeks. Externship hours are daytime hours for both day and evening programs. All weeks exclude holidays, course change days and make-up hours for absences during externship. Actual times are set by the externship sites. Students are responsible for transportation to and from the extern site, as well as meals.

MAXIMUM TIME FRAME (MTF) = 47 0. CREDITS CIP CODE–51 0801. • SOC CODE: 31-9092

8 Career Programs Course Descriptions begin on page 12. Medical Office Assistant MA524DT – DIPLOMA PROGRAM DAY/EVENING PROGRAMS total instructional hours ...... 900 . total semester credits* ...... 32 .0 weeks to complete – day . . . approximately. 40 (including holidays and scheduled breaks) weeks to complete – eve . . . approximately. 55 (including holidays and scheduled breaks) *The listing of credit hours is not meant to imply that credits can be transferred into college or other private career school programs. Transfer credits are at the sole discretion of the receiving school.

program objective

The Medical Office Assistant program prepares students to be multi- Graduates of this program may find entry-level positions as Medical Office functional practitioners, thoroughly prepared to perform front office and Assistants, or Unit / Ward Clerks (in a hospital setting). It also provides the Administrative duties. Topics covered include anatomy and physiology, diversity of other job options in the physician’s office, insurance companies, medical terminology, insurance billing and coding, electronic health records, and hospital or laboratory environment. ethics, aseptic technique, universal precautions, general skills in document Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignment in each course, formatting, basic office finance, and Pathophysiology. This program delivers except externship. practical preparation in the healthcare environment.

lecture lab externship total credit number course hours hours hours hours hours prerequisites

BIO101T Anatomy and Physiology I 60 30 0 90 3.5

BIO102T Anatomy and Physiology II 60 30 0 90 3.5 BIO101T

EMR101T Electronic Medical Records 45 45 0 90 3.5 Introduction to Coding & Reimbursement with HIM112T 75 15 0 90 4.0 BIO101T, BIO102T Lab MCB100T Health Administration and Records Management 45 45 0 90 3.5

MED120T The Virtual Medical Office 45 45 0 90 3.5

MOA101T Office Systems Applications 30 60 0 90 3.5

SSS150T Student Success Strategies 25 20 0 45 1.5

IT105T Computer & Information Literacy 15 30 0 45 1.5

EX202T† Administrative Externship 0 0 180 180 4.0 §

TOTALS: 400 320 180 900 32.0

NOTE: Course numbers and sequences are listed here for reference only. The actual delivery sequence of courses contained in this program may vary depending on individual campus scheduling.

§ Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all in school course work must be completed prior to externship.

† The Administrative Externship is a full-time commitment of 180 hours at 30 hours per week for 6 weeks. Externship hours are daytime hours for both day and evening programs. All weeks exclude holidays, course change days and make-up hours for absences during externship. Actual times are set by the externship sites. Students are responsible for transportation to and from the extern site, as well as meals.

MAXIMUM TIME FRAME (MTF) = 48 0. CREDITS CIP CODE–51 0710. • SOC CODE: 43-6013

9 Career Programs Course Descriptions begin on page 12.

LINCOLN TECHNICAL INSTITUTE HOLDS AN Practical Nursing ARTICULATION AGREEMENT WITH NEW ENGLAND INSITUTE LPN112DRIT– DIPLOMA PROGRAM OF TECHNOLOGY DAY/EVENING PROGRAM total instructional hours ...... 1425 total semester credits* ...... 50 .0 weeks to complete – day . . . .approximately . 52 weeks (including holidays and scheduled breaks) weeks to complete – eve . . . .approximately . 90 weeks (including holidays and scheduled breaks) *The listing of credit hours is not meant to imply that credits can be transferred into college or other private career school programs. Transfer credits are at the sole discretion of the receiving school.

program objective The Practical Nursing Program prepares the individuals to become entrylevel the National Practical Nursing Licensing Exam. The classrooms and labs Practical Nurses. Practical Nurses provide nursing to clients of all ages are equipped with the necessary medical equipment and materials essential with common health problems in a variety of health care settings under for training Practical Nurses. Major equipment includes anatomical and the direction of the Registered Nurse; participate in the nursing process to simulation manikins, wheelchairs, stethoscopes, electronic thermometers, promote, maintain, and restore health or administer care to dying patients; personal computers, and IV pumps. practice within the legal and ethical framework of the nursing profession; Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course and function as a member of the health care team in a variety of health care in this program. environments. Graduates of the program are eligible to sit for the NCLEXPN,

lecture lab/shop clinical total credit number course hours hours hours hours hours prerequisites

SCI170T Anatomy and Physiology I 45 30 0 75 3.0

PN176RT Fundamentals of Nursing I 90 30 0 120 5.0

GEN190T English Composition I 45 0 0 45 2.0

CEN111RT Clinical Experience: Nursing I † 0 0 45 45 1.0

SCI171T Anatomy and Physiology II 45 30 0 75 3.0 SCI170T

PN177RT Fundamentals of Nursing II 45 30 0 75 3.0 SCI170T, PN176RT, CEN111RT

GEN160T Psychology 45 0 0 45 2.0

CEN112RT Clinical Experience: Nursing II† 0 0 90 90 2.0 SCI170T, PN176RT, CEN111RT

PN179T Mental Health Nursing 30 0 0 30 1.0 SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, CEN111RT, CEN112RT

CEN113RT Clinical Experience: Nursing III† 0 0 135 135 3.0 SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, CEN111RT, CEN112RT

PN178T Pharmacology with Medication Lab 45 15 0 60 2.5 SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, CEN111RT, CEN112RT Introduction to Nursing Across PN180RT the Life Span 45 15 0 60 2.5 SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, CEN111RT, CEN112RT PN182T Maternal-Child Nursing 30 0 0 30 1.0 SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, CEN111RT, PN178T, PN180RT, CEN112RT, CEN113RT, PN179T

CEN204RT Clinical Experience: Nursing IV † 0 0 90 90 2.0 SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, CEN111RT, PN178T, PN179T, PN180RT, CEN112RT, CEN113RT

PN201RT Nursing Across The Life Span I 105 15 0 120 5.5 SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, CEN111RT, PN178T, PN180RT, CEN112RT, CEN113RT, PN179T

PSY105T Human Growth and Development 45 0 0 45 2.0 SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, CEN111RT, PN178T, PN179T, PN180RT, PN182T, CEN112RT, PN202T Nursing Across The Life Span II 75 15 0 90 4.0 CEN113RT, CEN204RT, PN201RT, PSY105T SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, CEN111RT, PN178T, PN179T, CEN112RT, CEN113RT, CEN204RT, CEN205RT Clinical Experience: Nursing V† 0 0 135 135 3.0 PN180RT, PN182T, PN201RT, PSY105T SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, CEN111RT, PN178T, PN179T, CEN112RT, CEN113RT, CEN204RT, PN203RT Professional Development 60 0 0 60 2.5 PN180RT, PN182T, PN201RT, PSY105T TOTALS 750 180 495 1425 50.0

NOTE: Course numbers and sequences are listed here for reference only. The actual delivery sequence of courses contained in this program may vary depending on individual campus scheduling.

† Clinical experiences are integrated into the program. Students are required to complete and master all clinical skills of each section prior to moving to the next level. Clinical hours are not optional and are required to complete the program. Clinical hours vary each module. No more than 10% of the total hours of clinical may be missed. Actual times or clinical are set by the clinical sites. An average clinical day is 7.5 hours. Students are responsible for transportation to and from the clinical site, as well as meals.

MAXIMUM TIME FRAME (MTF) = 75 0. CREDITS CIP CODE–51 .3901 • SOC CODE: 29-2061

10 Career Programs Course Descriptions begin on page 12. Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Technician DP523T – DIPLOMA PROGRAM DAY/ EVENING PROGRAMS total instructional hours ...... 750 total semester credits* ...... 30 . 0. weeks to complete – day . . . . . approximately 36 (including holidays and scheduled breaks) weeks to complete – eve . . . . . approximately 51 (including holidays and scheduled breaks) *The listing of credit hours is not meant to imply that credits can be transferred into college or other private career school programs. Transfer credits are at the sole discretion of the receiving school.

program objective

The Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Technician program is designed to and the skills necessary for the student to begin a rewarding practice of their prepare the student with a strong foundation on which to build a successful own. This program prepares students for licensure in the states of Rhode Island career as a competent entry-level massage therapist. A well-rounded curriculum and Massachusetts, and graduates will be adequately prepared to begin their offers the student knowledge of the structure and function of the human body role as a successful independent practitioner in the healthcare community, blended with hands-on techniques used in therapeutic massage and a variety sports clinic or day spa. of specialized modalities. Because of the wide range of opportunities for the Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each graduate, the program also focuses on the business aspects of a massage practice course, except externship.

lecture lab total credit number course hours hours hours hours prerequisites

BIO103T Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professionals 90 0 90 4.0

TMB101T Introduction to Asian Bodywork Theory and Shiatsu 45 45 90 3.5

TMB102T Palpatory Anatomy: Myology and Kinesiology 60 30 90 3.5

TMB103T Clinical Pathology for Massage Therapy 90 0 90 4.0 BIO103T

TMB105T Swedish Massage Therapy 30 60 90 3.5 BIO103T

TMB110T Deep Tissue and Neuromuscular Therapy 30 60 90 3.5 BIO103T, TMB102T, TMB105T

MEB101T Medical Ethics and Practice Essentials 90 0 90 4.0 BIO103T, TMB101T, TMB102T, TMB103T, TMB111T Massage Capstone 10 20 30 1.0 TMB105T, TMB110T, MEB101T BIO103T, TMB102T, TMB103T, TME100T Clinical Experience 0 90 90 3.0 TMB105T, TMB110T TOTALS 445 305 750 30.0

NOTE: Course numbers listed herein are for reference only. The sequence of course offerings may vary depending upon scheduling needs.

MAXIMUM TIME FRAME (MTF) = 45 0. CREDITS CIP CODE–51 .3501 • SOC CODE: 31-9011

11 Course Descriptions Career Programs begin on page 6. Course Numbering is discussed on topical and local anesthetic and Student knowledge and skills are developed with System assistance with the administration of nitrous oxide. hands-on learning, by mixing the materials and Prerequisite(s): None understanding what is necessary to prepare, place 100 LEVEL COURSES DA110T – CHAIRSIDE ASSISTING I and cleanup dental restorative materials. These are courses that may or may not have 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits This course also reviews the many materials prerequisites defined and normally are This course describes the components of a dental utilized in the dental laboratory and during the offered to the student during the learning office and explains the equipment found in each procedures of removable and fixed prosthodontics. process in the first academic year. section as well as its function. The students learn Students will learn how to handle reversible about different types of dental practices and how hydrocolloid materials, take impressions, bite 200 LEVEL COURSES the dentist’s personality and professional goals registrations and pour dental models. The students will learn the skill of trimming the dental study These are courses that may or may not have affect the office setting. Concepts of chairside models. The dental assistant student will gain prerequisites defined and normally are assisting are explained, including how to prepare offered to the student during the learning the office for patients and how to seat and discharge knowledge and skills in all phases of removable process in the second academic year. dental patients. Ergonomic positioning for the and fixed prosthodontics treatment, including assistant and the operator are discussed. This dentures, partials, including cosmetic/esthetic course includes information for the dental assistant dentistry, dental implant retainers, and core build- Dental Assisting Courses to work with patients that have special needs. The ups. Hands-on learning of instruments and tray students will learn how to transfer instruments to setups assists the student’s learning of this specialty. DA108T – GENERAL AND DENTAL ANATOMY the dentist while chairside assisting and how to Students will learn how to handle final impression 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits maintain the operating field. This includes the use materials, fabricated temporary crowns, take bite This course introduces the student to general and of the dental light, the air/water syringe, the high registrations, pack retraction cord, make bleaching dental anatomy and physiology. All the body volume evacuation, saliva ejector and mouth props. trays, and review gingival retraction procedures. systems are described in terms of their functions The scope of Prosthodontics is discussed to include Hands-on learning includes identifying instruments, the patient considerations and case presentations. and the head and neck anatomy as it relates to rotary instruments and hand-pieces used in Prerequisite(s): DA108T, DA109T, DA110T, DA111T dentistry. The student will learn the landmarks diagnostic and operative dental procedures. This of the head, face and oral cavity. Embryology is DA113T– DENTAL HEALTH AND DENTAL also includes handling, sterilization and storage SPECIALTIES covered with specific information covering the techniques. Hands-on training on manikins human face development and changes during and student partners will allow the student the 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits the zygote and embryo phases. Material on the opportunity to master chairside functions. This course discusses the importance of caring for components of the periodontium and each fiber Prerequisite(s): DA108T, DA109T the oral cavity properly. The student will learn the group associated with the periodontal ligament DA111T – CHAIRSIDE ASSISTING II skills necessary to brush and floss teeth, maintain and the gingival tissue will be covered. The student healthy teeth and gums, and motivate patients in will learn the study of the structure and form of 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits the proper methods of maintaining optimal oral teeth. The course will cover the location, eruption This course covers how to prepare and care for health. The course covers the many oral hygiene schedule and function of each tooth in the primary the patient during dental procedures. The Dental aids and their uses, the types of toothbrushes and and permanent dentition. Students will learn how Assisting student will learn the proper way to their techniques, types of floss, along with the to record conditions in the patient’s oral cavity on review medical, dental and health history with oral hygiene skills for patients with special needs. a dental chart using symbols, numbers, and colors the patients. The students will learn the proper The history of fluoride and its use in dentistry are is a shorthand technique. Accurate charting is way to take and record vital signs, which include: covered. Adequate nutrition and the importance of stressed as part of the patient’s legal record that is body temperature, pulse, respiration and blood choosing the right foods for optimum dental health maintained in the office. This course covers both pressure. The student will also be introduced to are also a component of this course. manual and computer charting. the methods used to manage pain and anxiety This course also discusses the scope of Pediatric Prerequisite(s): None related to dental procedures. General, local, topical Dentistry and Orthodontic Dentistry as well as DA109T – INFECTION CONTROL AND DENTAL anesthesia and general sedation/premedication are the role of each team member. Through the study SCIENCES discussed. Detailed information is discussed on of common behavior characteristics of children, topical and local anesthetic and assistance with 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits students will gain the knowledge and skill to the administration of nitrous oxide. The section on understand and manage children of various ages, The successful dental assistant must have the oral pathology will review pathological conditions background knowledge in microbiology to lay the handle common emergencies, and work with the that may interfere with planned dental treatment parents or guardian of the patient. Hands-on foundation for the skills necessary in infection and the overall health of the patient. The student control. This course covers the Occupational Safety training on manikins and student partners of will gain information on how the body responds to common procedures and equipment in pediatric and Health Administration (OSHA) standards disease and injury through inflammation. pertaining to the dental office and the role of the dentistry are covered including how to perform dental assistant under these with regard to aseptic Chairside procedures are practices which include a coronal polish and how to place sealants. The control. Necessary personal protective equipment the dental dam, matrix and wedge, placing cavity student will learn the scope of Orthodontics and the will be covered along with other barriers utilized in liners, cavity varnish and cement bases. Hands- procedures and instruments used in Orthodontic the dental clinic. In depth content will be provided on training on manikins and student partners Dentistry. Basic Endodontic procedures, such as on disinfectants and types of sterilization and will allow the student the opportunity to master root canal treatment, pulpotomy and pulpectomy, monitors. Skills necessary for infection control will chairside functions. and surgical Endodontics are clearly defined and be demonstrated. Prerequisite(s): DA108T, DA109T, DA110T demonstrated. Students will master the procedure DA112T – RESTORATIVE PROCEDURES AND tray set-ups and the sequence of the procedure, and The students will learn and perform vital signs PROSTHODONTICS and clinical evaluations. This course covers gain an understanding of pulpal and periapical pharmacology and its relationship to dentistry. In 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits diseases. This course will also cover the knowledge addition, the students will be introduced to the This course discusses dental materials used in and skills relating to procedures commonly skills necessary for the dental assistant to develop dental restorative procedures. The students will performed by the Periodontist. preparedness for a dental and medical emergency. learn the standards and organizations that regulate Prerequisite(s): DA108T, DA109T, DA110T, DA111T Certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation dental materials. Properties of dental materials are DA114T – DENTAL RADIOGRAPHY I (CPR) will be a course component. This course discussed and applied to restorative materials. This 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits introduces the methods used to manage pain course covers materials used to restore teeth such This course discusses the properties and effects of and anxiety related to dental procedures. General, as dental amalgam and composite. It also identifies radiation. The components of a dental x-ray unit local, topical anesthesia and general sedation/ dental cements, bases and liners, cavity varnish and are discussed. The function of each component premeditation are discussed. Detailed information bonding agents. To enhance the students learning of the x-ray unit is explained as well as the safety the steps in cavity preparation are explained.

12 Course Descriptions Career Programs begin on page 6. precautions. The student will learn how x-rays an entry-level dental assistant in specialty offices, EX201T – CLINICAL EXTERNSHIP are produced. This course covers the composition, such as, Orthodontics, Periodontics, Endodontics, 180 Contact Hrs (180 Externship); 4.0 Semester Credits sizes, types and storage of dental x-ray film. The Prosthodontics, Oral Surgery and Pediatric During the clinical externship the student applies dental assisting student will learn how to expose Dentistry. practical application and experiential learning quality radiographs on various patients. Both Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all in-school coursework. opportunities using all skills learned in a real life the bisecting and the paralleling techniques for DA133T – THE DENTAL PROFESSION AND DENTAL clinical setting prior to taking the certification/ exposing intra-oral films will be discussed. This OFFICE MANAGEMENT registry examination. course demonstrates extra oral x-ray techniques, 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all in school course equipment, film, and production. The student This course discusses all of the recognized work must be completed prior to externship. will learn normal and abnormal radiographic specialties of dentistry. Students will be given IT105T – COMPUTER & INFORMATION LITERACY landmarks and common x-ray production errors. information on the organizations that represent 45 Contact Hrs (15 Lecture, 30 Lab); 1.5 Semester Credits The knowledge and skills to produce special the many members of the dental team. Students In this course, students will learn important radiographs, such as, occlusal, pediatric, edentulous will gain an understanding of the communication computer and digital technology concepts and skills surveys, Endodontic radiographs and radiographs required to effectively care for the patients. The necessary to succeed in careers and in life. No prior on special need patients will be covered. Hands-on client’s basic needs and multi-cultural interaction computer experience is assumed. Students will training on a patient simulator manikin (Typodont) are identified. The importance of understanding become familiar with essential concepts, including will allow the student the opportunity to master the human psychology and an individual’s belief system an introduction to computers and the Internet, safety measures, infection control techniques, the is explored in order to improve communication and computer hardware and software. Students exposure, the processing, mounting, and storage skills. This course covers the many skills necessary will learn about computer networks, email, and of patient x-rays. Knowledge and skills necessary to manage a dental office. The student will utilize Internet security and privacy. Skills introduced to ensure quality radiographs are integrated into a computer with database software to register are essential and valuable for all professions. They this course. patients and perform other data entry necessary for include operating systems and file management, Prerequisite(s): DA108T, DA109T, DA110T, DA111T a dental office. An introduction to bookkeeping, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation DA115T – DENTAL RADIOGRAPHY II dental insurance, basic accounting, and coding software, Web research, and personal information 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits and billing procedures is introduced. Employment management. This course discusses the various ways a dental strategies, ethics and jurisprudence are discussed. Prerequisite(s): None radiograph can be taken. The dental assisting student Prerequisite(s): None MCB100T – HEALTH ADMINISTRATION AND will learn how to expose quality radiographs on a HD111T – COMPUTERS AND SOFTWARE RECORDS MANAGEMENT APPLICATIONS AS PRODUCTIVITY TOOLS patient simulator manikin. Both the bisecting and 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits the paralleling techniques for exposing intra-oral 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits This course provides the student with the knowledge films will be discussed. This course demonstrates Students in this course will learn how computer to understand the background and importance of extra oral x-ray techniques, equipment, film, and operations and software applications, such as insurance claims completion, accounts receivable, production. The student will learn normal and word processing, spreadsheet, database, and coding, and billing. Students will have the abnormal radiographic landmarks and common presentation software work together to increase opportunity to become familiar with the basic x-ray production errors. The knowledge and skills productivity in the workplace. Students will electronic health information process and the to produce special radiographs, such as, occlusal, explore the fundamentals of information literacy opportunity to apply necessary knowledge for the pediatric, edentulous surveys, Endodontic and use the learning resource center tools to release of patient information and maintain HIPAA radiographs and radiographs on special need research and produce a research paper on a topic privacy rules. The student will have the opportunity patients will be covered. Hands-on training on chosen from a list. to understand basic principles and terminology a patient simulator manikin (Typodont) will Prerequisite(s): None of electronic data interchange (EDI) and to allow the student the opportunity to master the demonstrate understanding of computers, records safety measures, infection control techniques, the Medical Assistant/ management, and electronic claims submission. exposure, the processing, mounting, and storage Prerequisite(s): None of patient x-rays. Knowledge and skills necessary Medical Office Assistant MED120T – THE VIRTUAL MEDICAL OFFICE to ensure quality radiographs are integrated into Courses this course. 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits Prerequisite(s): DA108T, DA109T, DA110T, DA111T, BIO101T – ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I This course is designed to teach the student the DA114T 90 Contact Hrs (60 Lecture, 30 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits importance of maintaining a professional demeanor DA116T – GENERAL PRACTICE EXTERNSHIP This course provides the students, primarily in at all times along with knowledge of the law and the possible consequences of unprofessional 150 Contact Hrs (150 Externship); 3.0 Semester Credits health-related programs, an understanding of the behavior. While participating in a virtual medical The goal of the clinical externship is to foster the anatomy and physiology and medical terminology of the human body. This course focuses on the office simulation, the student will learn how to student’s personal and professional development work within their scope of practice as a member as a Dental Assistant. The externship offers the following body systems: Integumentary System, Skeletal System, Muscular System, Nervous of a team, set measurable goals and develop time student the unique opportunity to work on a management skills and conflict resolution. In variety of patients with varying conditions under System, the Senses, and Digestive System. Prerequisite(s): None addition, the student will be able to identify and the immediate supervision of a licensed dentist. process an ethical problem and to explain the BIO102T – ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II Throughout the clinical experience the student will differences between ethical issues and legal issues. build confidence and master their skills as an entry- 90 Contact Hrs (60 Lecture, 30 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits Administrative competencies of the medical office, level dental assistant. This course is a continuation of BIO101T Anatomy including keyboarding, insurance forms, patient Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all in-school and Physiology I. This course provides students billing, and the uses of specialized forms and coursework. with an understanding of the structure, function reports and office management are included. DA117T – SPECIALTY PRACTICE EXTERNSHIP and medical terminology of the remaining organ Prerequisite(s): None 150 Contact Hrs (150 Externship); 3.0 Semester Credits systems. This course focuses on the following MST107T – PHLEBOTOMY body systems: Endocrine System, Respiratory The goal of the clinical externship is to foster the 90 Contact Hrs (30 Lecture, 60 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits student’s personal and professional development System, Circulatory System, the Blood, Lymphatic and Immune System, Urinary System and the This course introduces the student to clinical as a Dental Assistant. The externship offers the skills needed for specimen collection. Emphasis student the unique opportunity to work on a Reproductive System. Prerequisite(s): BIO101T is placed on proper blood specimen collection and variety of patients with varying conditions under laboratory testing procedures. Students receive the immediate supervision of a licensed dentist. practical clinical experience with student-to- Throughout the clinical experience the student student practice draws and laboratory tests. will build confidence and master their skills as Prerequisite(s): BIO101T, BIO102T

13 Course Descriptions Career Programs begin on page 6. MST108T – CLINICAL PROCEDURES HIM112T – INTRODUCTION TO CODING & REIMBURSEMENT WITH LAB technology. This course will also introduce skills 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits and strategies that will help students be successful This course provides students with the basics of 90 Contact Hrs (75 Lecture, 15 Lab); 4.0 Semester Credit Hrs in completing their course of study and in entering medical procedures and instruments as well as the This course is a study of the purpose, use and the world of work. basic concepts of sterilization and the preparation application of medical classification systems, Prerequisite(s): None nomenclatures and other terminologies, including of materials to be sterilized. This course also IT150T – PC REPAIR AND SUPPORT introduces the student on how to perform a International Classification of Diseases Coding. 90 Contact Hrs (30 Lecture, 60 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits 12-lead EKG (electrocardiography). Students will Emphasis is placed on the current version of the learn practical applications to assist the physician International Classification of Diseases federal This course will validate knowledge of basic in a variety of settings. coding guidelines, coding conventions, and computer hardware and operating systems using hands on training to cover skills such as installing, Prerequisite(s): BIO101T, BIO102T coding principles. Students will practice code building, upgrading, repairing, configuring, MST130T – PHARMACOLOGY assignments using various types of healthcare documentation (such as: inpatient, outpatient, troubleshooting, optimizing, diagnosing and 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits emergency department, physician’s office). prevention maintenance as well as elements of soft This course provides students with skills Prerequisites: BIO101T, BIO102T skills and security. to demonstrate competency in all areas of MED120T – THE VIRTUAL MEDICAL OFFICE Prerequisite(s): None pharmacology. The student will be introduced IT161T – PC OPERATING SYSTEM SUPPORT to the study and administration of medications 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credit Hrs 90 Contact Hrs (30 Lecture, 60 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits with an overview of oral, rectal and sublingual This course is designed to teach the student medications both as relates to pathological the importance of maintaining a professional This course will provide students with the ability conditions and as general administration. demeanor at all times along with knowledge to perform tasks such as installation, building, Students are also introduced to the Physicians’ of the law and the possible consequences of repairing, configuration, and troubleshooting, Desk Reference. The student also demonstrates unprofessional behavior. While participating in a optimizing, diagnosing, and preventative practical applications of skills learned through the virtual medical office simulation, the student will maintenance in a context of field service or enterprise administration of intradermal, subcutaneous and learn how to work within their scope of practice environment. Topics will include working within a intramuscular injections. Students will be able to as a member of a team, set measurable goals and mobile or corporate environment with a focus on demonstrate and perform CPR as well as first aid develop time management skills and conflict customer service. techniques as Healthcare Providers. resolution. In addition, the student will be able Prerequisite(s): None Prerequisite(s): BIO101T, BIO102T to identify and process an ethical problem and to IT121T – INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKING TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES SSS150T – STUDENT SUCCESS STRATEGIES explain the differences between ethical issues and legal issues. Administrative competencies of the 90 Contact Hrs (30 Lecture, 60 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits 45 Contact Hrs (25 Lecture, 20 Lab); 1.5 Semester Credits medical office, including keyboarding, insurance This course provides an overall introduction to the This course introduces skills and strategies that forms, patient billing, and the uses of specialized basics of networking and provides students the will help students be successful in completing forms and reports and office management are skill set necessary to work in the IT world. Topics their course of study and in entering the world included. include network essentials, networking operations, of work. The overall goal of this course is to Prerequisite: None and troubleshooting network related hardware, facilitate a smooth transition to school by engaging MOA101T – OFFICE SYSTEMS APPLICATIONS including wireless technologies, routers, hubs and the students in curriculum focusing on academic switches. and life skills. Students will make connections 90 Contact Hrs (30 Lecture, 60 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credit Hrs Prerequisite(s): None with key personnel within the school who will This course is designed to further train the students in medical office skills, including the IT192T – ADVANCED NETWORKING WITH assist with their questions and provide guidance ROUTING AND FIREWALLS throughout their education. Students learn about use of databases and advanced word processing. time management, financial management, goal The student will demonstrate intermediate to 90 Contact Hrs (30 Lecture, 60 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits setting, learning strategies, career awareness and professional presentation skills and create This course teaches networking based on technology, critical thinking strategies that will provide them computerized reports that is necessary in their covering networking concepts using the TCP/ with skills to be successful in school and in life. careers. They will review document creation, IP Protocol as compared to the Open System Learning to work well in teams and individually are templates, macros, and various aspects of interconnect (OSI) Model. Instruction will follow positive outcomes of the way this course is taught. desktop publishing. Their skills associated with a “Layer-by-Layer” approach common to computer Prerequisite(s): None keyboarding techniques will be reinforced. networking standards. From client services and EMR101T – ELECTRONIC MEDICAL RECORDS Prerequisite: None network services including advanced routing, EX202T – ADMINISTRATIVE EXTERNSHIP switching, and security, implementation concepts 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credit Hrs will be demonstrated on all devices using dedicated This course will prepare the student to understand 180 Contact Hours (0 Lecture Hours, 0 Lab Hours, and 180 Externship Hours) 4.0 Semester Credit Hours routers, switches, and firewalls. This will assist the basic computer principles and use electronic students to develop the skills necessary to fulfill the The student now applies practical application records in a medical practice. Electronic Medical job responsibilities of network technicians. Records is designed to train future users of of all skills learned in a medical front office setting (i.e.: Doctor’s Office, Insurance Company, Prerequisite(s): IT121T electronic health records programs to document IT130T – DESKTOP OPERATING SYSTEMS patient exams, diagnosis, disorders, and coding. Billing Center). By the completion of this course the student will Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all in school course 90 Contact Hrs (30 Lecture, 60 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits have the ability to understand and implement the work must be completed prior to externship. Students enrolled in this course will learn to electronic health records software, including data implement, administer, and troubleshoot current entry at the point of care, electronic coding from Computer Systems desktop operating systems. Students will become medical records using the latest in electronic Support Technician familiar with the operating system, including health records, utilize advanced techniques advanced troubleshooting techniques, and utilize to speed data entry, use the electronic health Courses tools to manage the desktop of users in the corporate working world as well as the home computer world. records to improve patient care, understand the IT101T – IT FUNDAMENTALS WITH STUDENT privacy and security of health records, and use SUCCESS Prerequisite(s): None the electronic health records through different 90 Contact Hrs (20 Lecture, 70 Lab); 3.0 Semester Credits IT206T – MICROSOFT WINDOWS SERVER technology modes. Students will have a basic understanding of 90 Contact Hrs (30 Lecture, 60 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits Prerequisite: None hardware and software technologies to enable them This course provides students with the skills to succeed in the IT world. The course is geared required to meet the challenges students will face as to guide the student step-by-step through the a Microsoft Networking Professional. Students will important concepts and skills needed to become be introduced to the tasks to configure and manage proficient in the many aspects of computing a Windows Server environment. Server tasks

14 Course Descriptions Career Programs begin on page 6. introduced include all tasks related to hardware CEN113RT – CLINICAL EXPERIENCE: NURSING III communication which includes understanding performance, user accounts, file storage and (0 Lecture Hrs, 0 Lab Hrs, 135 Clinical Hrs); the writing process, analysis of readings, as can be backup, services and resources, computer accounts 3.0 Semester Credits applied personally and professionally. (Windows, Mac/Linux) and security. This clinical experience compliments PN180R Prerequisite(s): None Prerequisite(s): IT121T and IT130T Introduction to Nursing Across the Life Span. PN176RT – FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING I The focus will be on selected system’s disorders IT208T– CLOUD COMPUTING WITH REMOTE 120 Contact Hrs (90 Lecture, 30 Lab); 5.0 Semester Credits SERVICE along with multi-system disorders and their effect This course explores sociological processes that 90 Contact Hrs (20 Lecture, 70 Lab); 3.0 Credits on the patient’s bio-psychosocial, spiritual and cultural well-being. Emphasis will be placed underlie everyday life. The course Fundamentals of This course will introduce students to Cloud on the practical nurse’s role in the sub-acute Nursing I is designed to provide the students with Computing and how to support the unique issues and/or acute care settings and may include nursing skills, techniques, attitudes and behaviors, that remote users face. Students will have an patients of all ages. Clinical experiences will which are necessary for the provision of safe, understanding of the different types of clouds, the provide the student with the opportunity to effective, ethical, culturally sensitive and efficient impact and changes of cloud computing on IT utilize therapeutic communication skills while nursing care. Students will learn the basics of Service Management, and Risks and Consequences. interacting with adults and/or adolescents within personal care, basic prevention, and concepts Students will also be introduced to basic IT customer the mental health setting including an inpatient of nutrition and diet therapies. In addition, an service relations such as technical writing, handling psychiatric unit. introduction to the nursing process and the legal the difficult customer, and minimizing stress and and ethical aspects of nursing, historical events, avoiding burnout will be discussed. Prerequisite(s): SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, CEN111RT, CEN112RT historical trends, and communication skills with Prerequisite(s): IT121T, IT130T and IT206T CEN204RT – CLINICAL EXPERIENCE: NURSING IV the emphasis on therapeutic communication will IT210T– INTRODUCTION TO SECURITY be discussed. The student will be introduced to the (0 Lecture Hrs, 0 Lab Hrs, 90 Clinical Hrs); nursing care plan required for each client in the 90 Contact Hrs (30 Lecture, 60 Lab); 3.5 Credits 2.0 Semester Credits This course will introduce students to network health care setting. Students will learn cultural This clinical experience is a component of PN201T and spiritual aspects of nursing care. Focus will be security concepts, strategies, and techniques, and Nursing Across the Life Span I. The focus will be examine theoretical concepts that make the world placed on respecting patient cultural differences, on selected system’s disorders along with multi- needs and values while promoting a healthy of security unique. The advancement of network system disorders and their effect on the patient’s implementation as well as timeless problem solving lifestyle. The geriatric patient will be emphasized bio-psychosocial, spiritual and cultural well-being. to prepare students for their first clinical strategies to security challenges will also be Emphasis will be placed on the practical nurse’s discussed. assignment and cultural implications for this role in the sub-acute and / or acute care settings aging population. The students will demonstrate Prerequisite(s): IT121T, IT130T and IT206T and may include patients of all ages. The student basic nursing skills in the Nursing Arts Lab. IT250– INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EXTERNSHIP may have the opportunity to observe/interact with Skills will include infection control, patient safety, 180 Contact Hrs (0 Lecture, 0 Lab, 180 Externship); 4.0 Credits culturally diverse patients in a maternity and bathing, transferring, ulcer prevention, vital signs, Students will participate in a 180-hour Externship newborn setting or simulated lab setting. and basic physical assessment. Students will be in order to foster personal and professional Prerequisite(s): SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, introduced to simulation. development. The Externship will offer students CEN111RT, PN178T, PN179T, PN180RT, CEN112RT, Prerequisite(s): None CEN113RT the unique opportunity to apply Information PN177RT – FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING II Technology practices and principles learned in a CEN205RT – CLINICAL EXPERIENCE: NURSING V 75 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 30 Lab); 3.0 Semester Credits variety of settings under the immediate supervisor (0 Lecture Hrs, 0 Lab Hrs, 135 Clinical Hrs); or a qualified IT professional. Students will be 3.0 Semester Credits Fundamentals of Nursing II is designed to expand on the knowledge of previous nursing courses. The supervised/evaluated by both representatives from This clinical experience compliments PN202T emphasis will be on increasingly complex nursing the site and a campus representative. Students will Nursing Across the Life Span II. The focus will procedures, techniques, and diagnostic tests. build confidence and master skills as entry-level IT be on selected system’s disorders along with Critical thinking skills and the Nursing Process professionals through this exposure to a real-world multi-system disorders and their effect on the will be utilized by the student to assist the client environment. patient’s bio-psychosocial, spiritual and cultural to obtain an optimum level of functioning on the Prerequisite(s): IT101T, IT150T, IT161T, IT121T, well-being. Emphasis will be placed on the wellness/illness continuum. Students will begin IT208T, IT130T, IT192T, IT206T, and IT210T practical nurse’s role in the sub-acute and / or to integrate basic nutritional concepts, along with acute care settings and may include patients of all the fundamental processes of admission, transfer ages. The student will step into the role of team- Practical Nursing and discharge. Documentation and charting leader with a beginning group of students and will principles continue to expand as the student CEN111RT – CLINICAL EXPERIENCE: NURSING I work under the direct supervision of the clinical moves through this course. Students will continue (0 Lecture Hrs, 0 Lab Hrs, 45 Clinical Hrs); instructor. This clinical rotation will prepare the to learn skills in the Nursing Arts Lab. 1.0 Semester Credit student to transition into the graduate practical This clinical experience focuses on basic patient nursing role. These skills will include Foley catheter insertion care. Clinical Competencies must be successfully Prerequisite(s): SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, for male and female, maintenance of a patent completed to receive a passing grade. The student CEN111RT, PN178T, PN179T, CEN112RT, CEN113RT, system, enemas, suppositories, colostomy care, is provided the opportunity to care for chronically CEN204RT, PN180RT, PN182T, PN201RT, PSY105T wound care, tracheostomy care, suctioning, ill patients with a focus on culturally sensitive care. GEN160T – PSYCHOLOGY oxygenation, and care of the surgical patient. The Prerequisite(s): None focus will also be on cultural implications while 45 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 0 Lab); 2.0 Semester Credits performing procedures and providing care. CEN112RT – CLINICAL EXPERIENCE: NURSING II This course introduces human behavior. It includes Prerequisite(s): SCI170T, PN176RT, CEN111RT (0 Lecture Hrs, 0 Lab Hrs, 90 Clinical Hrs); the study of the theories and concepts of psychology PN178T – PHARMACOLOGY WITH MEDICATION LAB 2.0 Semester Credits including the scope of psychology, biological This clinical experience compliments PN177R foundations and the brain, sensation, perception, 60 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 15 Lab); 2.5 Semester Credits Fundamentals of Nursing II course. Clinical motivation, personality, learning/memory, This course provides an introduction to various competencies must be successfully completed to emotion, states of consciousness, personality medication classification systems, and medication receive a passing grade for this course. Clinical theories, cognition, life-span development, and effects on the human organism. This course also experiences will focus on practicing the procedures applied psychology. includes a comprehensive review of mathematical learned in the laboratory setting in the clinical area. Prerequisite(s): None functions as they relate to dosage calculations. Emphasis will be placed on providing culturally GEN190T – ENGLISH COMPOSITION I The student will be required to take a Dosage Calculation Exam. This course also includes sensitive holistic care to a variety of patients. 45 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 0 Lab); 2.0 Semester Credits Prerequisite(s): SCI170T, PN176RT, CEN111RT medication administration and requires the Students develop written communication skills, student to demonstrate competency in medication with emphasis placed on the principles of effective administration in the laboratory setting.

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Pharmacology with Medication Lab acquaints needs of each patient and family and/or support issues will be included. In order to pass this the student with the basic classification systems system during disruptions of health with the course, a passing grade must be achieved on the for medications as well as the general action, use, goal of returning the individual to an optimal exit exam. side effects and nursing implications common to level of wellness or to support them through Prerequisite(s): SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, each classification system. the experiences of death. Cultural and ethnic PN177RT, CEN111RT, PN178T, PN179T, CEN112RT, Prerequisite(s): SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, implications and variations will be examined to CEN113RT, CEN204RT, PN180RT, PN182T, CEN111RT, CEN112RT provide the student with a holistic experience. PN201RT, PSY105T PN179T – MENTAL HEALTH NURSING Basic pathophysiology will be examined along PSY105T – HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT 30 Contact Hrs (30 Lecture, 0 Lab); 1.0 Semester Credit with selected system disorders. Emphasis will 45 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 0 Lab); 2.0 Semester Credits be placed on appropriate methods of health This course is designed to provide the student This course provides an overview of the maintenance where applicable, diet therapy, and biological, social, emotional, and psychosocial with an understanding of care for the client the use of medications for the restoration and with Mental Health needs throughout the process that contribute to human growth and maintenance of health. Multi-system disorders development across the life span. Areas covered life span. This course will focus on current will be integrated throughout this course to theories, treatment modalities, pharmacology include theories of development, learning and provide the student with a comprehensive personality. Also included will be concepts of and therapeutic communication. Emphasis will understanding of alterations in health. be placed on developing an understanding of sociology, culture, status, role, and identity to the manifestations of a variety of mental health Prerequisite(s): SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, each developmental stage of life. Areas of care for CEN111RT, PN178T, PN180RT, CEN112RT, CEN113RT, late adulthood include physical and psychosocial disorders. The nursing process will be utilized PN179T to respond to various cultural, ethical, legal, changes, strengths and limitations which occur PN202T – NURSING ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN II emotional and behavioral issues. as part of the aging process including end-of- Prerequisite(s): SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, 90 Contact Hrs (75 Lecture, 15 Lab); 4.0 Semester Credits life issues. This course is designed to introduce CEN111RT, CEN112RT The systems approach to this course is designed to the student to the sequential stages of human PN180RT – INTRODUCTION TO NURSING ACROSS provide the student with a broad base knowledge growth and development, and the principles of THE LIFE SPAN of selected diseases and disorders which effect the normal aging process. 60 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 15 Lab); 2.5 Semester Credits individuals as they move along the wellness/ Prerequisite(s): None The systems approach to this first introductory illness continuum. Emphasis will be placed on SCI170T – ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I course is designed to provide the student with a using the nursing process to meet the unique 75 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 30 Lab); 3.0 Semester Credits broad base knowledge of selected diseases and needs of each patient and family and/or support system during disruptions of health with the This course begins with a focus on basic medical disorders which effect individuals as they move terminology. Then the emphasis is placed in along the wellness/illness continuum. Emphasis goal of returning the individual to an optimal level of wellness or to support them through interpreting and comprehending the specialized will be placed on using the nursing process vocabulary of the health care field. In addition, to meet the unique needs of each patient and the experiences of death. Cultural and ethnic implications and variations will be examined to the course encompasses aspects of anatomy, family and/or support system during disruptions physiology, chemistry concepts, and microbiology of health with the goal of returning the individual provide the student with a holistic experience. Basic pathophysiology will be examined along concepts. A detailed analysis of the anatomical to an optimal level of wellness or to support structure of the body based on a systemic them through the experiences of death. Cultural with selected system disorders. Emphasis will be placed on appropriate methods of health approach will be explained and examined in and ethnic implications and variations will be depth. Subject matter to be covered in part I examined to provide the student with a holistic maintenance where applicable, diet therapy, and the use of medications for the restoration and include; the nervous system, muscular system, experience. Multi-system disorders will be integumentary system, skeletal system, and the integrated throughout this course to provide the maintenance of health. Multi-system disorders will be integrated throughout this course to sensory system. The course will discuss how student with a comprehensive understanding of body parts influence each other and contribute to alterations in health. Emphasis will be placed provide the student with a comprehensive understanding of alterations in health. the effective overall functioning in maintaining on appropriate methods of health maintenance homeostasis. In addition lab experiences will be where applicable, diet therapy, and the use of Prerequisite(s): SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, used to help enhance the learning process. medications for the restoration and maintenance CEN111RT, PN178T, PN179T, PN180RT, PN182T, CEN112RT, CEN113RT, CEN204RT, PN201RT, Prerequisite(s): None of health. PSY105T SCI171T – ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II Prerequisite(s): SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, PN203RT – PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 75 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 30 Lab); 3.0 Semester Credits CEN111RT, CEN112RT This course is a continuation of Anatomy and PN182T – MATERNAL-CHILD NURSING 60 Contact Hrs (60 Lecture, 0 Lab); 2.5 Semester Credits In Professional Development, students explore Physiology I. The primary focus encompasses 30 Contact Hrs (30 Lecture Hrs, 0 Lab Hrs); 1.0 Semster Credit the role of the practical nurse, the clinical anatomy and physiology, chemistry and Maternal/Child nursing is designed to give decision-making process; problem-solving/critical microbiology concepts of the Circulatory, students an understanding of basic physiological thinking; ethical/legal/moral decision-making; Cardiovascular, Immune, Lymphatic, Respiratory, processes and nursing care involved in pregnancy, supervision and leadership responsibilities, Digestive, Endocrine, Urinary and the labor and delivery and the post-partum period. professional socialization consistent with scope Reproductive systems. This course also relates This course includes the care of the neonate, post- of practice, identification and intervention of the how the parts of the body influence each other obstetrical family unit, neonatal complications chemically-dependent student/nurse. Role and contribute to effective overall functioning in and adaptation are also incorporated. Basic transition, leadership and management in maintaining homeostasis. We will continue with nutrition needs are addressed for each client. practical nursing among other current topics the detailed analysis of anatomical structures of Emphasis will be placed on cultural implications are important aspects of nursing the student the body based on a systemic approach and and providing culturally sensitive care. explores. Skill emphasis includes organization, enhanced medical terminology. Lab experiments Prerequisite(s): SCI170T, SCI171T, PN176RT, PN177RT, management and exercising authority. The course will include but will not be limited to: specific CEN111RT, PN178T, PN180RT, CEN112RT, CEN113RT, focus moves from practical nursing student, to dissection of main body organs and performing PN179T role transition, licensing and the responsibilities examinations of various tissues. PN201RT – NURSING ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN I of the graduate practical nurse along with a Prerequisite(s): SCI170T 120 Contact Hrs (105 Lecture, 15 Lab); 5.5 Semester Credits discussion concerning the RI State Board of The systems approach to this course is designed Nursing’s structure, function and role. Emphasis to provide the student with broad base knowledge will be placed on preparation for the NCLEX- of selected diseases and disorders which effect PN including review of content material in individuals as they move along the wellness/ conjunction with test taking skills and practice illness continuum. Emphasis will be placed on tests. A session on Disaster Nursing and the using the nursing process to meet the unique practical nurse’s role along with Bioterrorism

16 Course Descriptions Career Programs begin on page 6. Therapeutic Massage will learn the evolution, history, philosophy of genetic, developmental, childhood, and mental and fundamentals of Shiatsu and look at the health disease and disorders. In addition, the and Bodywork distinctions among the various shiatsu modalities symptomatology and etiology of each condition, Technician Courses that are being practiced today. During this course review of medical approaches to treatment and the channels and selected points, as well as the the potential positive or negative impact of BIO103T – ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS principles of assessment, patterns of imbalance massage therapy on the particular pathology is and organ dysfunction reviewed as they relate also discussed. Students will study the principles 90 Contact Hrs (90 Lecture, 0 Lab); 4.0 Semester Credits to the specific techniques, treatment planning of disease control and universal precautions; learn This course is designed to introduce the health and the execution of a Shiatsu treatment. In symptoms of infectious diseases and how these professional student to medical terminology and addition, Shiatsu prepares students to perform diseases are transmitted including hepatitis and anatomy and physiology of the human body. The a full-body sequence using the fundamentals of HIV. During this course students develop the student will be able to identify and understand body mechanics and proper placement of the body necessary skills to make safe and effective decisions word roots, suffixes, and prefixes as it relates to to access the channels. It also includes advanced when considering how massage therapy might various medical specialties, structures of the body, Shiatsu forms for the specific treatment of the front, interact with a client’s pathological condition. medical procedures and diseases. Students also back and side channels. The course also provides Scope of practice issues related to disease and when learn biological principles, as well as the structural instruction in specific stretches, transitions and and how to refer to other health care practitioners and functional relationships among several organ various treatment protocols. Shiatsu students will are also reviewed. systems, and practical experience in procedures be introduced to the practice of Shiatsu with Prerequisite(s): BIO103T performed in medical facilities. hands-on demonstrations and will practice basic TMB105T – SWEDISH MASSAGE THERAPY Prerequisite(s): None point and energy palpation and location to help 90 Contact Hrs (30 Lecture, 60 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits MEB101T – MEDICAL ETHICS AND PRACTICE students develop the sensitivity and skills necessary ESSENTIALS for effective Shiatsu treatment. This course begins with an overview of the history of massage tracing it from ancient to contemporary 90 Contact Hrs (90 Lecture, 0 Lab); 4.0 Semester Credits Prerequisite(s): None times. During this course students are presented This course combines discussion of the complex TMB102T – PALPATORY ANATOMY: MYOLOGY with the core knowledge underlying touch therapy issues concerning the ethics of touch with all AND KINESIOLOGY and are introduced to the specific skills which aspects of operating a massage therapy practice. 90 Contact Hrs (60 Lecture, 30 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits represent universal and recurring concepts from During this course students will be taught how This course offers an in-depth look at the human varied schools of massage and bodywork therapy to maintain the highest ethical and professional muscular system. This course begins with the thought. These foundational touch skills form standards in their practices and to identify ways physiology of muscle tissue and its classification the basis of all massage therapy and bodywork they can engage in successful, profitable and ethical into skeletal, cardiac, and smooth types of tissue. modalities. In addition, this course presents a practice management. Some of the topics included Connective tissue components of skeletal muscle, unique and easy to comprehend model of the entire in this course are defining ethical principles, dual the nerve and blood supply, the microscopic field of massage and bodywork therapy including role relationships and understanding boundaries, anatomy of a skeletal muscle fiber, contraction a basic review and analysis of many of the most sex, touch and intimacy, sexual boundaries and and relaxation of skeletal muscle fibers and muscle commonly practiced modalities. The continuum of ethical conduct in the therapeutic relationship. metabolism are also discussed. The muscles the Three Paradigms of possible levels of practice In addition, students will take an in-depth look covered in this course are located in the shoulder, will also be studied. This course continues with its at their various career options, beginning and arm, forearm, hand, spine, thorax, head, neck, face, primary focus, the hands-on instruction in Swedish managing a successful practice, connecting with pelvis, thigh, leg and foot. Each muscle’s origin, massage including emphasis on its effects, benefits, the larger professional community, and identifying insertion, nerve innervations and functions will indications and contraindications. During this professional goals. This course will also review be taught in detail. Where appropriate various course students will learn and integrate the basic writing a resumé, interviewing skills, building pathological conditions of muscles and other soft strokes of Swedish technique into the complete a referral network, ethical marketing, effective tissues will be discussed. In addition, students full-body treatment. Techniques for increasing advertising, public speaking, community service will practice physically locating, palpating and client endurance, strength and concentration, as and the legal aspects of clinical practice in relation demonstrating the actions of these major muscle well as joint movement exercises will also be to current State regulations and laws will be groups. Also the structure and function of joints introduced into the full-body session in order to covered. Ultimately this professional growth and and their nerve innervations will be reviewed. enhance each treatment’s therapeutic value. In development course is designed to help student Postural considerations and effective positions for addition, instruction in the use of massage oils, graduates transition into professional practice with performing massage therapy on these muscles will lotions and creams, the massage table, and draping knowledge of ethical practices and good decision also be covered when appropriate. and bolstering techniques will be taught. Students making skills. Prerequisite(s): None will also become familiar with the equipment and Prerequisite(s): None TMB103T – CLINICAL PATHOLOGY FOR products used in a massage practice, proper sanitary TMB101T – INTRODUCTION TO ASIAN BODYWORK MASSAGE THERAPY and safety procedures, state laws and regulations THEORY AND SHIATSU 90 Contact Hrs (90 Lecture, 0 Lab); 4.0 Semester Credits and professional ethics for massage therapists. 90 Contact Hrs (45 Lecture, 45 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits This course is an introduction to the study of Strong emphasis is placed on the importance of Introduction to Asian Bodywork Theory provides disease processes of the human body. This course students developing coordination, balance, control the specific foundation and context necessary for emphasizes the abnormal health conditions most and stamina for a healthy and long career in the the practice of Shiatsu, a popular form of Asian frequently encountered in a massage therapy massage therapy profession. Various hand exercises bodywork therapy. During this course students will practice and gives special attention to massage and proper body mechanics are demonstrated and learn the history and cosmology of basic Chinese contraindications, precautions and indications. practiced throughout the course. medical theory, philosophy, specific channels and Clinical Pathology for Massage Therapy covers Prerequisite(s): BIO103T points, as well as the principles of assessment, the major systems of the human body, signs and TMB110T– DEEP TISSUE AND NEUROMUSCULAR patterns of imbalance and organ dysfunction. In symptoms of various diseases, indications and THERAPY addition, the fundamental principles of Qi or extreme cautions of massage therapy for various 90 Contact Hrs (30 Lecture, 60 Lab); 3.5 Semester Credits energy from ancient and contemporary viewpoints disorders, and the physiology of the disease process. This course continues to build upon the knowledge will be covered in detail. Other essential topics such During this course neoplasms, inflammation and and practical foundation provided in Fundamentals as Yin/Yang and Five Element Theory, the Eight infection, and diseases and disorders of the immune of Bodywork and Swedish Massage Therapy. Using Principles and each of the pathways essential to system, musculoskeletal system, blood and blood- a variety of advanced techniques, students are taught the Shiatsu treatment process will be emphasized. forming organs, cardiovascular system, respiratory how to achieve the primary goal of Integrated Deep During this course students will also practice system, lymphatic system, digestive system, urinary Tissue Massage which is to help restore balance basic point palpation and location necessary for system, endocrine system, nervous system, eyes and harmony to the body through manipulation of developing the sensitivity and skills for effective and ears, reproductive system and integumentary the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. hands-on treatment taught in Shiatsu. The student system are covered. Also included are discussions

17 Course Descriptions Career Programs begin on page 6.

The indications, contraindications, limitations gained in Anatomy and Physiology, ethics minute massage. At the end of the 50 minute and physiological effects of these techniques will and current trends into different massage style. session each client will be given the opportunity be described. During this course students will Licensure preparation is enhanced through practical to evaluate the student therapist which will enable learn to integrate various massage and bodywork application of test taking skill through timed test. the student to recognize his/her strengths and therapy modalities including neuromuscular Hands-on demonstration of an integrated massage weaknesses. Students will also be exposed to therapy, Swedish massage, cross fiber, connective styles will enhance the students definition of their common services and procedures offered in a spa tissue techniques, stretching and energy work into trade. setting. Throughout the clinical experience the numerous integrated deep tissue massage routines Prerequisite(s): BIO103T, TMB101T, TMB102T, student will build confidence and master their for either full body or specific treatment areas TMB103T, TMB105T, TMB110T, MEB101T skills as an entry-level massage therapist. During and conditions. Reasoning skills in the selection TME100T – CLINICAL EXPERIENCE this time students will also learn CPR, First Aid and application of appropriate techniques will be 90 Contact Hrs (0 Lecture, 90 Lab); 3.0 Semester Credits and AED techniques and have the opportunity to emphasized, as well as evaluation and treatment of become certified. postural imbalances including those due to injury The goal of the clinical experience is to foster the student’s personal and professional development as Prerequisite(s): BIO103T, TMB102T, TMB103T, and habit. Students will also develop deep tissue TMB105T, TMB110T palpation skills. a massage therapist. The clinic offers the student the unique opportunity to work on a variety Prerequisite(s): BIO103T, TMB102T, TMB105T of clients with varying conditions under the TMB111T – MASSAGE CAPSTONE COURSE immediate supervision of a qualified professional. 30 Contact Hrs (10 Lecture, 20 Lab); 1.0 Semester Credits The student will gather a client history, conduct This Course centers on enhancing the students a client interview, identify special needs, explain transition to entry-level massage therapy. Focus procedures and professionally drape and position is on the seamless integration of the knowledge the client in order to perform the appropriate 50

18 General Information

Accreditation 20 Approvals/Certifications/Licenses 20 Associations 20 Statement of Ownership 20 Compliance with City, State, and Federal Regulations 20 Notice to Students 20 Harassment Policy 20

19 General Information Accreditation Harassment Policy Lincoln Technical Institute is institutionally accredited by Lincoln Technical Institute (LTI) steadfastly opposes all forms the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. of unlawful discrimination and harassment in the classroom The Accrediting Commission (ACCSC) is listed by the U.S. environment. The Title IX and 504 Coordinator is the Campus Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting President of the school who can be reached at the address and agency. telephone number located within each school’s catalog. The The Practical Nursing program at the Lincoln Technical Title IX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing each College’s Institute, Lincoln, RI, campus is accredited by the Accreditation compliance with Title IX, including the prompt and equitable Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree response to complaints. Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) 975-5000, LTI will not permit any form of sexual harassment in the www.acenursing.org. classroom environment, or tolerate any such conduct that has the purpose or effect of interfering with an individual’s school Approvals/Certifications/Licenses performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive school environment. LTI recognizes that sexual harassment is • Approved by Rhode Island Council on Postsecondary a violation of state and federal law and this policy reaffirms our Education commitment that all students should be able to enjoy a school • Approved for the training of veterans’ beneficiaries in environment free from all forms of discrimination, including accordance with the rules and regulations administered by sexual harassment. the State Approving Agency Although no guidelines can define sexual harassment with complete clarity, the following definition is provided as a Associations guideline of what is and is not prohibited conduct. Sexual harassment is defined as offensive, unwelcome or • Career Education Colleges and Universities (CECU) unwanted sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other • Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce conduct of a sexual nature (whether verbal, written, physical or visual) when: • National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) 1. Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s education. • Rhode Island Association of Student Financial Aid 2. Submission to or rejection to such conduct by an individual Administrators (RIASFAA) is used as the basis for educational decisions affecting the Accrediting and licensing certificates are displayed in the school lobby. individual. 3. Such conduct has the purpose of effect or interfering with Statement of Ownership an individual’s educational performance or creating an Lincoln Technical Institute is owned and operated by Lincoln intimidating, hostile, or offensive classroom environment. Technical Institute, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Lincoln In certain circumstances, unlawful sexual harassment may Educational Services Corporation. The major officers and also include conduct of a nonsexual nature that creates an administrators of the corporation are: intimidating, hostile, or offensive classroom environment, to the extent that conduct is directed towards an individual merely Scott M. Shaw, President & CEO because of that person’s sex. Brian K. Meyers, Executive Vice President & CFO This policy covers all students and employees of LTI, as well as Alexandra M. Luster, Corporate Secretary any third parties conducting business on our premises. Thus, LTI Compliance with City, State, and will not tolerate, condone, or allow sexual harassment, whether engaged in by fellow students, employees, or nonemployees Federal Regulations (including vendors or visitors) who conduct business with Lincoln Technical Institute complies with all local, municipal, the company. LTI requires reporting of all complaints of city, county, state, and federal regulations. discrimination, on the basis of sex, including complaints of sexual harassment, to the Title IX Coordinator even if the allegations Notice to Students may also raise criminal or other disciplinary concerns. If you believe you are the victim of such harassment, you 1. Applicants interested in training in our Career Fields should should report the incident immediately to your teacher. If you be aware of the job duties they may need to be capable of are uncomfortable with reporting any incident to your teacher, performing prior to enrollment. These can be found on the you may report an incident to the Campus President, who is the O*NET Online website at www.onetonline.org. O*NET Title IX Coordinator for the school and can be reached at the Online is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, address and phone in each school’s catalog. All complaints will be Employment & Training Administration, and developed by impartially investigated and kept confidential to the maximum the National Center for O*NET Development. extent possible. An impartial investigation may include interviews 2. Criminal records and/or certain background issues may present with all witnesses reasonably likely to have relevant information a barrier to employment in certain fields. Applicants may be and provides the parties with the opportunity to present witnesses denied admission as a student if after screening it is determined and other evidence and to review records. Criminal investigations that employment after graduation is not possible due to related to the same or similar grievances do not necessarily background issues. obviate the need for an investigation by LTI regarding alleged Title IX violations. Any employee or student confirmed to have

20 General Information harassed another student will be subject to disciplinary action, up All students have the same rights, privileges and opportunities to and including termination/expulsion. and are required to meet the same standards of conduct and LTI will take reasonable interim measures to prevent the performance regardless of race, age, religion, sex, national origin, occurrence or recurrence of any harassment, to provide a safe and nationality, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital nondiscriminatory environment for students, and to the extent status or any other legally protected class. provided by law without impeding the investigation, to protect Further, students have a right to attend school in an the confidentiality of complainants, the accused, and witnesses. environment free of harassment, whether racial, sexual or on any LTI will take reasonable, timely, and effective corrective other basis described above. Harassment may be verbal, physical, action to correct the effects on any complainant and others written or visual. of any sexual harassment confirmed by LTI’s investigation, LTI is an equal opportunity educator that does not discriminate to eliminate to the extent reasonably possible any hostile on any of the above bases. Educational opportunities are open to all environment that has been created, and to prevent the qualified applicants solely on the basis of their experience, aptitude, recurrence of any confirmed sexual harassment. and ability. This policy applies to all educational actions. In short, LTI prohibits any form of retaliation against a student filing the company does not discriminate against anyone on any basis that a complaint under this policy or assisting in the company’s is prohibited by law. investigation.

21 Admissions Policies

Criteria for Admission 23 Important Disclosures Regarding Practical Nursing Program 23 Orientation 23 Introductory Period of Enrollment 23 Single Courses 24 Withdrawal 24

22 Admissions Policies Criteria for Admission ATI TEAS MINIMUM SCORE In order to be considered for acceptance, an applicant must meet PROGRAM MINIMUM SCORE the following requirements: PRACTICAL NURSING 44% ADJUSTED COMPOSITE SCORE • Be beyond the age of compulsory school attendance. Students transferring from another school are required to take, • Be a high school graduate or possess a state-approved high or re-take, the ATI TEAS pre-entrance exam. school equivalency assessment including, but not limited to: a After passing the ATI TEAS, each student candidate applying GED, HiSET or TASC examination; or possess an associate’s to the Practical Nursing program will be scheduled for an interview degree or higher from an accredited institution. and must be prepared to discuss: • Complete and sign an Enrollment Agreement. Work Experience: Student Candidate needs to submit a resumé • Complete the Learner Assessment to determine readiness for or document that includes their name and contact information academic success. along with their work history: include place, type of work and dates employed. • Have reliable internet connectivity and access to a device Student Candidate Essay: The essay should answer the that meets the minimum systems requirements. See your Admissions contact for current systems requirements. question “Why I want to be a Nurse?” using each of the following attributes to define their reasons for pursuing a career in nursing: ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PRACTICAL professionalism, leadership, ethics, service, and passion. The essay NURSING PROGRAM must: i. Be typed and double spaced 1. Meet the physical, mental and emotional abilities as stated in the Student Practical Nurse Role Description. ii. Contain 100 to 150 words 2. Complete a criminal background investigation with acceptable iii. Be in the candidate’s own words and in the first person results as established by the school. iv. Be submitted at the time of the interview 3. Interview and complete the Nursing Selection Committee process. The candidate may also include information on how the 4. Complete a nursing entrance assessment exam with acceptable attributes listed above have impacted their choice in pursuing results as established by the school. nursing as a career or give examples of how these areas have guided the candidate to choose nursing as a career. IMPORTANT NOTICES Program applicants should come to the interview on time, be 1. All applicants must be capable of performing the duties of professionally dressed and prepared to discuss their plan for the Career Field as defined in the U.S. Department of Labor success in the program, commitment to studying and engaging publication, “Dictionary of Occupational Titles.” in educational activities, discuss their work schedule, motivation for success and support system they have outside of Lincoln Tech. 2. Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Technician graduates are required to be licensed with the Rhode Island Department of Applicants should also be prepared to explain the essay submitted Health Massage Therapy Licensing Unit after passing either and answer any questions the interviewer may have. Acceptance the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and into the Practical Nursing program will be based on the applicant’s Bodywork Examination or the Massage & Bodywork Licensing ATI TEAS scores, documentation submitted, and the selection Examination in order to become employed as a Massage process interview. If the interviewer accepts the candidate for Therapist in the state of Rhode Island. admission, the process ends. If the interviewer rejects the candidate for admission, then a full selection committee interview will be 3. Practical Nursing graduates are required to be licensed with the Rhode Island Department of Health after passing the NCLEX- scheduled with the candidate. All applicants will be informed in PN Examination in order to be employed as a Licensed Practical writing whether or not they have been accepted into the Practical Nurse in the State of Rhode Island. Nursing program. NOTE: During the time of COVID, no face to face interviews will Important Disclosures Regarding be conducted. Practical Nursing Program Orientation The nursing profession has specific requirements for a student to An orientation program is scheduled for each incoming class. be placed at a clinical site. Therefore, as a condition of continued The purpose of this program is to finalize any requirements of enrollment in the program, all nursing students must provide to the applying for financial aid and/or housing, if necessary; acquaint the school the following medical documentation on or before the end student with the rules and regulations of the school, and to issue of the fourth week of training: appropriate class assignment. Students will be notified, in writing, 1. Complete and current immunization records. of the orientation date. Failure to attend the orientation program 2. Complete physical examination records indicating ability to may result in rescheduling of starting date. Students are expected perform job duties. to fulfill their initial financial obligations at this time. 3. Documentation of current flu vaccine. Introductory Period of Enrollment 4. Must be free of contagious and/or communicable disease. Lincoln Technical Institute is offering new students at this For further information on nursing licensure/profession requirements, please refer to the campus an opportunity to enroll under an introductory period of following website: http://www.riag.ri.gov/homeboxes/BackgroundChecks.php enrollment. During this introductory enrollment period, which NOTE: The State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health requires individuals to is applicable to all programs, students will be able to attend the complete a practical nurse education program that includes at least 1500 hours of theory school for 10 calendar days, including weekends and holidays, and clinical instruction. without any tuition obligation to Lincoln Technical Institute. Applicants for the Practical Nursing program are required to successfully complete the If a student attends any scheduled class after the 10th calendar Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) which is administered through Assessment day, the introductory period will be concluded. Those students Technologies Institute (ATI) Nursing Education, and must achieve the minimum score as who do not attend after the 10th calendar day will be considered listed below: cancelled and will not have any tuition obligation to Lincoln

23 Admissions Policies Technical Institute. In addition, any federal student aid that may 1. All Tuition, fees, books and supplies are due in FULL before the have been posted will be refunded. start date of the classes. No financial aid is available for single Students who choose not to continue their enrollment at courses. Lincoln Technical Institute during the introductory period, will 2. NO REFUNDS will be made once the student starts class. be charged for all books, uniforms, tools, and equipment not 3. There is no employment assistance provided by the school. returned in new condition to the school. Further, the school application or registration fee is non-refundable if a student BUYERS RIGHT TO CANCEL: You, the buyer, may cancel decides to withdraw from Lincoln Technical Institute during the this sale at any time prior to midnight of the third (3rd) business introductory period of enrollment. day after the date of this transaction, even if the instruction has Lincoln Technical Institute reserves the right to withdraw begun. Failure to exercise this option, however, will not interfere a student prior to the conclusion of the introductory period of with any other remedies against the retail seller you possess. enrollment due to violations of the institution’s attendance policy Withdrawal or student code of conduct. Any student considering withdrawing from a program should Single Courses see his or her Academic Dean as soon as possible. If a student Lincoln Technical Institute also gives students the opportunity ultimately decides to withdraw from that program, the student is to take single courses if sponsored by an employee or agency. All not required to notify the school in writing, but is requested to single course offerings with their associated costs can be obtained complete a Student Withdrawal Request form, available from the at the school’s business office. Academic Deans office stating his or her intent to withdraw and Some of the single courses offered have not been approved by his or her reasons. Prior to withdrawal, the student should have this institution’s accrediting body. They are not within its scope of an exit interview with the Academic Dean and a Financial Aid accreditation. exit interview. Successful completion of single courses would receive a certificate of completion. Standard admission policies do not apply to single courses.

24 Financial Information

Most students who attend LTI benefit from some type of financial aid. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.

Financial Aid Programs 26 Scholarships 26 Tuition & Fees 26 Cancellation & Refund Policy 26 Return of Title IV Federal Student Aid 26 Rhode Island Refund Policy 27

25 Financial Information Financial Aid Programs G.I. Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at A call or visit to our Financial Aid Office will help determine the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill. eligibility for the various sources of financial assistance. LTI is an eligible institution under the following student financial aid programs: Scholarships • Federal Pell Grant Program† Lincoln Technical Institute provides a number of scholarships • Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant annually. Please refer to the Catalog Addendum for the latest Program (FSEOG)† offerings. • William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program* Tuition & Fees *Loans are borrowed money that you must repay with interest. †Grants are awards that you don’t have to pay back. Tuition is payable in advance. A definite tuition schedule will be established prior to the start of class. Absence from class does not Alternative financing is also available to those who qualify. relieve the student of tuition liability. LINCOLN BRIDGING THE GAP GRANT Student obligations relating to payment for purchases made from the school must be met in accordance with the provisions and the The Lincoln Bridging the Gap Grant is available to eligible full purchase agreements made at the time of the sale. time, students who have remaining financial need for direct costs For more details, see “Schedule of Fees” Addendum. (tuition and fees) after exhausting all available student aid. Eligibility for this program is determined based on the following Cancellation & Refund Policy criteria: 1. THREE (3) DAY CANCELLATION POLICY: • Confirmed enrollment in an approved program of study All monies will be refunded in full under any one of the • Completed FAFSA for the applicable award year with an following conditions: official Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) a. Rejection of the Enrollment Agreement by the SCHOOL. • Acceptance of all available student aid from federal, state b. Receipt by the SCHOOL, within three (3) business days and other sources. of the contract signing, of written notification that the • Remaining financial need for direct costs (tuition and fees) STUDENT wishes to cancel, even if instruction has begun. greater than $500 after all other sources of student aid have If the applicant is a minor, the cancellation notice must be been exhausted. signed by a parent or guardian. (The postmark date will be The Lincoln Bridging the Gap Grant awards will vary depending effective date of cancellation.) on each applicants’ determined institutional need. This grant does 2. CANCELLATION AFTER THREE (3) DAY PERIOD: not carry any cash value. The grant is awarded in up to two disbursements per academic a. After the three (3) day period mentioned in Paragraph 1b, the year. Due to limited funding, not all students who are eligible will Registration Fee is non-refundable. receive this award and the grant program may not be available each b. After the STUDENT starts SCHOOL, the SCHOOL will academic year. refund tuition according to the following schedule. VA PENDING PAYMENT COMPLIANCE Return of Title IV Federal Student Aid In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679 subsection (e), this Federal regulations regarding repayment of Federal Financial school adopts the following additional provisions for any students Aid has changed the formula for calculating the amount of using U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post 9/11 G.I. aid a STUDENT may retain when a STUDENT withdraws. Bill® (Ch. 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Ch. STUDENTS who withdraw from all classes prior to completing 31) benefits, while payment to the institution is pending from the more than 60% of an enrollment term will have their eligibility VA. This school will not: for Federal Aid recalculated based on the percentage of the term • Prevent the students enrollment; completed, which shall be calculated as follows: # of calendar days completed by student • Assess a late penalty fee to; total # of calendar days in term • Require student secure alternative or additional funding; • Deny their access to any resources (access to classes, libraries, or For clock hour programs: other institutional facilities) available to other students who have # of hours scheduled to complete satisfied their tuition and fee bills to the institution. # of hours in period However, to qualify for this provision, such students may be required to: The total number of calendar days in a term excludes any • Provide Chapter 33 Certificate of Eligibility (or its equivalent) scheduled breaks of 5 days or more. or for Chapter 31, VA VR&E’s contract with the school on VA The policy of Lincoln Technical Institute is to distribute the Form 28-1905 by the first day of class. proceeds of refunds to the origination source in the following order, up to the net amount disbursed: 1 – Unsubsidized Federal Note: Chapter 33 students can register at the VA Regional Office to use Stafford Loan (FFEL)/Direct; 2 – Subsidized Federal Stafford E-Benefits to get the equivalent of a Chapter 33 Certificate of Eligibility. Loan (FFEL)/Direct; 3 – Federal (FFEL)/Direct Graduate Plus Chapter 31 student cannot get a completed VA Form 28-1905 (or any equivalent) before the VA VR&E case-manager issues it to the school. Loan; 4 – Federal (FFEL)/Direct Parent Plus Loan; 5 – Federal Pell Grant; 6 – Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant • Provide written request to be certified; (FSEOG). The student’s eligibility for a state grant and agency • Provide additional information needed to properly certify the funding will be calculated independently of the refund process enrollment as described in other institutional policies. upon the student’s withdrawal from school. If a credit balance still

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remains after the above process has been completed, the school For courses of one year (12 calendar months) in duration or less, will honor the student’s authorization to reduce their Federal loan in cases of termination or withdrawal after classes commence, the obligation. If the school does not possess a Federal loan reduction minimum refund policy must provide a student with at least the authorization, the remaining credit balance will be returned to the following: student. a. During the first quarter of the program, 75 percent of If a student is entitled to a post-withdrawal loan disbursement, the tuition, less a registration fee not to exceed $100.00; the borrower must respond to the school’s notice of the intended b. During the second quarter of the program, 50 percent of disbursement within 14 days. the tuition, less a registration fee not to exceed $100.00; Refunds will be processed and sent to the pupil no later than 30 days after the school determined withdrawal date. c. During the third quarter of the program, 25 percent of the tuition, less a registration fee not to exceed $100.00; Rhode Island Refund Policy d. During the fourth quarter of the program, the student In the case of a potential student who requests cancellation and/ may be considered obligated for full tuition and fees. or refund within three business days from signing the student For programs longer than one year (12 calendar months), 100 enrollment agreement and before classes have begun, the school percent of the program price attributable to the period beyond must cancel the application and refund in full all monies paid to the first year must be refunded when the student withdraws from the school. In the case of a potential student whose enrollment school during the first year. Thereafter, the same refund policy application is rejected by the school, the school must cancel the described above must be used for each subsequent year or part application and refund in full all monies paid to the school. thereof. Refunds must be based on the period of enrollment computed Refunds of extra expense to the student (such as instructional on the basis of course time expressed in clock hours and/or credit supplies, tools, student activities, laboratory fees, service charges, hours. rentals, deposits, and all other such ancillary miscellaneous charges The effective date for refund purposes must be - where items are separately stated and shown in the data furnished a. If the student is terminated by the school, the last day to the student before enrollment) must be made in a manner of attendance; equivalent to that described above for tuition. Costs of supplies and materials actually used by the student need not be refunded. b. If the student withdraws, the earliest of the following: Refunds will be processed and sent to the pupil no later than 30 1. Postmarked date of written notice from the student, or days after the school determined withdrawal date. 2. Ten school days following the last day of attendance. If tuition is collected in advance of entrance and if the student does not enter the school, not more than $100.00 may be retained by the school.

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Building Hours 29 Dress Standard 29 Career Services 29 School Calendar 29 School Closing 29 Smoking 29 Student Complaint/Grievance Policy 29 Visitor Policy 30 Official Student Communication 30 Educational Equipment 30

28 General Student Information Building Hours Student Complaint/Grievance Policy Monday-Thursday . . . . 8:00 a m. -10:00. p m. . Conflicts are best resolved when people utilize basic Friday ...... 8:00 a m. -3:00. p m. . communication skills, common sense, and discretion. A student Dress Standard whose views differ from those of an instructor should first try to resolve the difference with the instructor involved. If a satisfactory It is mandatory that you wear the prescribed school uniform solution cannot be obtained, the student should request an designated by the school. interview with the Department Supervisor. In addition to providing the best possible professional education, Students who have concerns of a non-academic nature are urged Lincoln Technical Institute recognizes its responsibility to prepare to consult with the office of the Campus President. This office its students to succeed in the work world. For this reason, Lincoln will refer the student to the proper department and will assist the Technical Institute requires students to dress, groom, and behave as student as necessary. if they were already employed. Students shall refrain from wearing If a student does not feel that the school has adequately addressed hats, halters, tank tops, shorts, and any other unprofessional attire. a complaint or concern, the student may consider contacting: Each program may have its own specific dress code. Students will LINCOLN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES be advised at orientation. Warning notices will be issued to those PROBLEM RESOLUTION HOTLINE students who do not follow this dress standard. After the second 1-800-806-1921 notice, the student will be asked to leave the premises until properly attired. Dress standards are enforced by the Department Supervisors. For Allied Health Students: It is mandatory that you wear medical Rhode Island residents may also appeal the decision by writing to: scrubs in a color designated by the school. Lab coats must be worn in RHODE ISLAND OFFICE OF THE POSTSECONDARY the wet lab at all times. You must wear white medical shoes or sneakers. COMMISSIONER 560 JEFFERSON BOULEVARD, SUITE 100 Career Services WARWICK, RI 02886-1304 (401) 736-1118 Lincoln Technical Institute does not guarantee job placement. However, it does provide employment assistance to its current Practical Nursing students may also address their complaint to: students (not applicable to students taking single courses) and ACCREDITATION COMMISSION FOR EDUCATION IN NURSING graduates by means of the following services: 3343 PEACHTREE ROAD NE, SUITE 850, ATLANTA, GA 30326, (404) 975-5000 • Advises industry leaders of the availability of the school’s www.acenursing.org students and graduates through regular contact, including several scheduled Career Days per year. • All of the students attending Lincoln Technical Institute will Schools accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges must have a procedure and participate in our Lincoln Edge Program. Lincoln Edge is operational plan for handling student complaints. If a a combination of interactive workshops and online services student does not feel that the school has adequately that deliver professional skills training on topics like resumé addressed a complaint or concern, the student may building, personal development, setting goals, job search and consider contacting the Accrediting Commission. All interviewing strategies. Students will have a dedicated portal complaints reviewed by the Commission must be in where they can access an array of professional services even written form and should grant permission for the after they have graduated from Lincoln! We are dedicated to Commission to forward a copy of the complaint to the ensuring that we not only provide our students with the skills school for a response. This can be accomplished by filing they need to perform on the job, but the skills they need to the ACCSC Complaint Form. The complainant(s) will be kept informed as to the status of the complaint as well build a lifetime career. as the final resolution by the Commission. Please direct • Provides additional assistance if desired. all inquiries to: School Calendar ACCREDITING COMMISSION OF CAREER SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2101 WILSON BLVD, SUITE 302 ARLINGTON, VA 22201 An Academic Calendar for each department may be found in the (703) 247-4212 catalog addendum. www.accsc.org HOLIDAYS A copy of the ACCSC Complaint Form is available at the A student holiday schedule can be found in the catalog school and may be obtained by contacting the school’s addendum. Campus President or online at www.accsc.org. VACATION PERIODS Vacation dates, as appropriate, will be posted in the school. The federal contact for student loan issues is: POSTAL MAIL U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION School Closing FSA OMBUDSMAN GROUP P.O. BOX 1843 In the event of inclement weather or hazardous conditions, the MONTICELLO, KY 42633 school closing will be announced over the local radio and TV LincAlert PHONE 1-877-557-2575 stations as well as via the notification system. FAX 606-396-4821 WEB https://feedback.studentaid.ed.gov/ Smoking LTI has a No Smoking policy.

29 General Student Information Students have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. registration information, reminders of important dates associated Department of Education concerning alleged failures with key financial aid and financial obligations as well as academic by Lincoln Technical Institute to comply with the progress notifications. requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Lincoln Technical Institute expects that students shall receive office that administers FERPA is: and read their electronic communications on a frequent and FAMILY POLICY COMPLIANCE OFFICE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION timely basis. Failure to do so shall not absolve the student from 400 MARYLAND AVENUE, SW knowing of and complying with the contents of all electronic WASHINGTON, DC 20202 communications, some of which will be time-critical. Visitor Policy Educational Equipment An electronic notebook, smartbook or laptop is required in order Parents and other interested persons are welcome to call at any to access the course companion platform utilized for classroom time to confer with school authorities, to inspect the school facilities, instruction. There are minimum system requirements that these or to seek advice on the future career of an enrolled student. Visitors devices must meet for the learners to have a positive experience. will find a cordial reception at LTI. An appointment made in See your Campus Representative to inquire about the programs advance would be appreciated. that require devices and the related minimum systems requirements All guests and visitors are required to register with the front desk necessary to access the program course companion platform. Receptionist, indicating the purpose of the visit and are issued a visitor’s badge. Official Student Communication Lincoln Technical Institute’s official web-based student portal (MyCampusLinc) and student email accounts are an official means of communication to all full and part-time students enrolled in credit bearing classes. All such students are required to activate MyCampusLinc portal and @myLincoln.edu email accounts. Official LTI communications may include, but are not limited to,

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Class Schedules 32 Certificate and Diploma Programs 32 Student Conduct 32 Attendance 33 Attendance for Blended Programs 33 Make-up 33 Consultation and Tutoring 33 Student Advising 33 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy 34 Course and Academic Measurement 34 Grading 34 Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAP) 34 Introduction 34 Satisfactory Academic Progress– Practical Nursing 35 Qualitative Measure of Progress (Grade Point Average) 35 Quantitative Measure of Progress (Pace of Progression and Maximum Time Frame) 35 Evaluation Period 35 Failure to Meet Standards 35 Appeals and Probation 36 Notification of Status and Appeal Results 36 Reinstatement 36 Treatment of Grades and Credits ...... 36 Satisfactory Academic Progress for VA Beneficiaries 37 Transcripts (Progress Records) 37 Transfer Credits 37 Externship Requirements 38 Withdrawals and Incomplete Grades 38 Course Repeats 38 Grade Appeal Policy 38 Leave of Absence 38 Re-entrance Policy 38 Graduation Requirements 39

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Class Schedules Practical Nursing – Rules pertaining to tardiness to didactic and clinical sessions differ and are addressed in the Practical Students can enroll at any time during the year. Class starting Nursing handbook. dates are scheduled at frequent intervals to enable students to start • Student conduct which disrupts classes or interferes with the moving toward their career goals as soon as possible. Class size is progress of other students. limited so that each student can receive the personal attention so vital to successful mastery of the skills and understanding of the • Theft of property belonging to the School, other students or subject at hand. employees. (In addition to termination, theft may be reported to Student/ teacher ratios do vary by program; non-nursing classes civil authorities.) average 20:1 ratio with no more than 41 per class, where Practical • Any act resulting in defacing or destruction of School property nursing lecture classes average 40:1 ratio with a maximum of 45 and/or property of others including other students. per lecture class, and clinical classes at various clinical facilities are • Fighting in or near the school premises. limited to 10:1 ratio as directed by the facility. • Possession or consumption of alcohol or illegal substances The class schedules that follow are designed to be flexible and on or near school premises. Possessing firearms, fireworks, best utilize facility and instructional time: ammunition, or weapons is a violation of schools rules and state Day Schedule laws. (In addition to termination, illegal substance abuse will be 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday reported to proper authorities.) Evening Schedule • Personal conduct at any time or place which may, in the 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday judgment of the School staff, cast a bad reflection on the School Day Schedule–Practical Nursing and its well-earned reputation. 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday • We oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment Evening Schedule–Practical Nursing in the school environment. Harassment and discrimination can 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday take many forms including but not limited to, racial slurs, ethnic jokes, disparaging or insensitive remarks about an individual’s The school reserves the right to alter hours of attendance and/ religion, age, gender, physical ability or sexual orientation, or starting dates when deemed necessary. Such changes will not physical or verbal threats, or sexual harassment. None of these, alter the program costs or refund policy stated in the enrollment or any other form of harassment, including cyber-bullying, or agreement. If conditions beyond the control of the school require discrimination is acceptable in the school environment. All postponement of a starting date or temporary suspension of classes, allegations of harassment or discrimination are fully investigated. appropriate adjustments will be made to provide students all the Students found to have engaged in this behavior are subject to instruction to which they are entitled under the terms of the disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from school. enrollment agreement. Students who have enrolled but have not • Any student creating a hazard; immoral conduct, or started attending school will, upon request, be issued a refund of disturbance in the surrounding neighborhood. Reckless driving monies paid if postponement of classes extends beyond the next and / or squealing tires near the school or places of residence class starting date. For specific start and end dates see the school are prohibited. calendar addendum. • The campus computer systems and networks are provided for Certificate and Diploma Programs student use as a part of the academic program. All students have a responsibility to use Lincoln Educational Services computer For the person wanting comprehensive training geared towards systems and networks in an ethical and lawful manner. The succeeding as a professional technician, the school offers diploma intentional misuse and abuse of computer and Internet resources programs which prepare students for entry-level positions in their is not permitted. This includes, but is not limited to, purposely chosen field. visiting inappropriate and non-academic Web sites which Students may choose to take a single course or a group of courses promote or advocate illegal or unethical behavior; visiting which confers a certificate of completion. These courses are not inappropriate and non-academic Web sites for personal business; within the institution’s scope of accreditation. downloading graphics or other pictures, images, or information Rules and Regulations vary by state. The certificate or diploma not related to academic curricula; inappropriate and non-academic use of email; inappropriate and non-academic use of chat rooms; conferred by the schools are in accordance with the state of and inappropriate and non-academic use of school software. Rhode Island. For a description of the subject matter covered in each course, • In keeping with accepted industry and shop safety hazards, please refer to the Curricula on pages 6 through 18. jewelry must be evaluated for safety risks when in the lab or shop. Hanging earrings, necklaces, rings, or bracelets may pose Student Conduct a safety risk. If in the judgment of school staff, a safety hazard exists, a jewelry item in question must be either removed or Students are required to comply with all Student and Safety covered with protective clothing. Regulations. Failure to adhere to and observe School Regulations • The campus has an established a dress code for students in all and Policy may result in probation or immediate dismissal. programs which is in accordance with industry expectations and Conduct which may be considered unsatisfactory includes but is not in consideration of professional standards. limited to the following: • We expect honesty from students in presenting all of their • Excessive absenteeism, tardiness or leaving class early. Students academic work. Students are responsible for knowing and are also expected to put forth a reasonable effort to learn. Acts observing accepted principles and procedures of research and such as loafing, horseplay, failure to pay attention and carry out writing in all academic work, including term paper writing, lab instructions, or poor attendance are not tolerated. Students who manual and/or workbook completion and test taking. arrive after the official school starting time will be considered as late. If a student must leave prior to the official end of class time, • Misrepresenting the school’s programs, policies, or activities of he/she must notify the instructor and/or Education Department. members of the staff or of other students is prohibited. Class attendance is closely monitored by the school, and unless, • Cell phones and/or other electronic recording or communication they contact the school first, students who are absent from class devices are not allowed to be operated in any classroom or lab will be contacted. area without the expressed permission of the instructor. 32 Academic Information

• During the COVID-19 pandemic period, a multi-layer face Attendance for Blended Programs cover reaching from the chin and over the mouth and nose is required to be worn at all times. Face covers are to be plain Blended courses consist of both classroom and online instruction. or patterned and may not contain writing or images with the Each week, students are required to attend scheduled classroom exception of the Lincoln logo. sessions AND participate in online activities. Participation in the classroom, as well as online, is necessary Attendance each week. On-campus participation is defined as physical attendance, and online participation is defined as submission of The technical nature of the training and graduate employability an online graded assignment(s). Online graded assignments must goals of the programs offered requires that students attend classes be submitted within the school week, defined as Monday through on a regular basis. Our expectation is that students will attend all Sunday. sessions for courses in which they are registered. Class attendance Examples of gradable assignments are: is monitored daily commencing with the student’s first official day • Threaded discussion post of attendance and a student will be considered withdrawn from a course or courses when any of the following criteria are met: • Quizzes • The sixth consecutive day of absence from classes; • Weekly assignment(s) • The fourteenth consecutive calendar day of absence (two weeks) Sending an email to the instructor does not count as an academic activity or a gradable item. Meeting the attendance • Cumulative absences prevent the student’s ability to master the requirements does not indicate that the student has completed course content during the remainder of the scheduled course, all of the required class work for a particular week. Meeting term, or semester as determined by the course syllabus. the attendance requirements indicates only that the student has Approved employment interviews (established per school policy) participated sufficiently to be considered in attendance for that are not counted as absences for attendance purposes. week. Assignments are graded on their merit and according to the The following documented absences may be considered on established guidelines. appeal. If approved the student will be allowed to make up any work missed; however, the make-up time cannot be applied to their Make-Up course attendance percentage: • Court Appearance – Applicable only when a student is Make-up work is only permitted when a student has a mandated to appear in court for an action in which he/she is a documented absence. The documented absence form must be third party or witness. Documentation will be required. approved by the campus Education Department before the assigned work can be accepted for a grade. Make-up work may only be used • Military Duty – All military personnel requesting a documented to affect a course grade (with the exception of clock hour programs absence must submit a copy of their orders to the campus Education Department prior to the missed time. which require missed time to be completed). Make-up work may Illness not be used to raise attendance percentage in a course. Make-up • – in the event a student suffers personal illness, either work must be completed in the timeframes required to process a written doctor’s note excusing participation in school or Grade Appeals and / or Incomplete Grades, and must be specifically documentation of the stay in the hospital will be required. Bereavement for assignments missed while out for a documented absence. • – In the event of the death of an immediate or Make-up time for class / lab / clinical / may be scheduled on extended family member and not to exceed 4 days or 25 % of a limited basis for Practical Nursing students with an approved the scheduled course. Documentation (e.g., newspaper notice, documented absence on record. Make-up time must be completed funeral notice, obituary, or church handout) is required. on the dates and in the timeframes determined by the Director Jury Duty • – Documentation required (stamped jury duty form of Nursing. Make-up time is limited and varies by shift. See the from court). Director of Nursing for campus limitations. Documentation of the above approved absences should be In the case of school closure or student absence due to inclement presented to the Education Department upon returning to school weather or other natural disaster, make-up sessions will be or in advance when applicable. scheduled to present and/or review material not incorporated into Cases of extenuating circumstances may be considered by the remaining scheduled days. The campus will attempt to schedule the Academic Dean or designee and in the form of signed make-up classes at times that fit within the students’ schedule. documentation or verifiable email from the student and if the Practical Nursing – Rules pertaining to make-up work are student demonstrated comprehension of the course content missed. addressed in the Practical Nursing handbook. Students receiving funds from any state or federal agency may Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Technician –Make-Up be subject to the additional attendance requirements of that time is required if a student has any absent time in access of what specific agency. would exceed 10% of the total program length and disqualify the Note: Calendar day calculations include all days visible on a calendar student from meeting graduation requirements for the Therapeutic without exception. Massage and Bodywork Technician program. ATTENDANCE POLICY – PRACTICAL NURSING Consultation and Tutoring Attendance of a minimum of 100% of scheduled hours per Students and graduates may consult with the School faculty at semester is suggested for successful completion. Students may not any time about program or course problems. Students who require exceed ten percent (10%) absences in any semester. Students who additional assistance with their work may obtain individual tutoring miss in excess of five percent (5%) of scheduled hours per semester from the faculty outside of class hours. Arrangements for special will be placed on attendance advisement. Students who miss in tutoring must be made with the campus Education Department. excess of ten percent (10%) of scheduled hours may be withdrawn. Lincoln Technical Institute will be honoring the following Student Advising documented absences for Practical Nursing students; Jury Duty, Military Leave and Bereavement (maximum of 3 days). The Education Department monitors student success as measured Cases of extenuating circumstances may be considered by by student attendance, student learning, professionalism, academic the Campus President or designee. Please refer to the Nursing progress, and achievement of career goals. As a student service, Handbook for further explanation of the Nursing Attendance Policy. 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Letter to mitigate obstacles or challenges, identify additional needed Percentage Grade Interpretation Point Value supports or services, and promote student success. Students are 95-100 A Excellent Plus 4.0 encouraged to call upon staff to address academic or non-academic concerns. Matters of a personal nature that distract the learning 90-94 A– Excellent 3.9 experience may be addressed through advising practice or through 87-89 B+ Good Plus 3.8 referral to qualified professionals in the local community. Good 84-86 B Good 3.5 communication is imperative for effective advising; therefore, active students are asked to inform staff of any changes to their records 80-83 B– Good Minus 3.0 including phone, home address, e-mail, employment, marital status, 77-79 C+ Average Plus 2.8 and so forth. 74-76 C Average 2.5 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 70-73 C– Average Minus 2.0 Policy 67-69 D+ Below Average 1.5 Lincoln Technical Institute (LTI) is committed to providing 64-66 D Poor 1.2 opportunities for all qualified students to participate in its 60-63 D– Poor 1.0 programs, including students with disabilities who need 59 and below F Failing Work 0.0 reasonable accommodations. A qualified student is one who, with or without reasonable accommodation, meets the essential Temporary grade; Is not considered institutional, academic and technical standards requisite to Incomplete I in computing Grade Point Average; N/A admission, participation and completion of our programs. Requires make-up work. A reasonable accommodation is an accommodation that Received by students who officially Withdrawal WA withdraw from a course before the end N/A allows a student with a disability to participate in our programs of the add/drop period. without changing the essential academic requirements of our Withdrawal W Withdrawal after the add/drop period. N/A programs, creating a threat to others or placing an undue burden Received by students in Internship/ on the institution. Externship or Developmental Courses. An example of a reasonable accommodation is giving students Pass P “P” is not considered in computing the N/A with certain learning disabilities additional time to take an exam. Grade Point Average. Accommodations are provided to allow a student to participate in Received by students in Internships/ our programs but LTI does not provide personal assistants such as Non-Pass NP Externships and Developmental N/A Courses. aides who help with dressing, feeding and the like. Received by students who repeat a A disability is a physical or mental impairment that substantially Repeat Course ** course. N/A limits one or more major life activities such as seeing, hearing, Repeat Course Received by students when their grade walking or learning. R does not meet a course requirement or N/A All requests for reasonable accommodation must be submitted Required programmatic standard. to the Director of Education. While a student may discuss a Indicates the school accepted credit possible accommodation with any faculty or staff member, students earned for previous postsecondary education at an institution other than should be aware that faculty and staff are not authorized to provide Transfer Credit TR a Lincoln Education Services School. N/A accommodations. All inquiries from students about reasonable “TR” is not considered in computing the accommodation should be directed to the Director of Education, Grade Point Average. who will then evaluate the request and make a decision. The Indicates the school accepted credit earned for testing out of a course. “TO” complete policy can be found by visiting: Test Out Credit TO N/A https://www.lincolntech.edu/consumerinfo is not considered in computing the . Grade Point Average. Course and Academic Measurement The instructional hours listed for each of the programs in this Practical Nursing students must achieve a minimum grade of catalog are included in compliance with State and Veteran’s training 75% at the end of each didactic and clinical course. Each student’s requirements and are predicated on regular attendance, successful progress will be evaluated periodically and student-teacher completion of each course in the program without repetition or conferences held as indicated to discuss academic progress. make up work and excluding holidays that occur during the period Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) of attendance. An instructional hour is defined as a minimum of 50 contact minutes within any scheduled 60 minute period. INTRODUCTION A credit hour is defined as an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student Federal regulations require the Institution to monitor the achievement for academic activities as established by the school academic progress of each student who applies for financial aid comprised of the following units: didactic learning environment; and to certify that each student is making satisfactory academic supervised laboratory setting of instruction; externship; and/or progress toward a degree, diploma, or certificate. In accordance out-of-class work/preparation. with those regulations, the Institution has established standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) that include qualitative, Grading quantitative and incremental measures of progress. Students Grading is based on the student’s class work and lab/shop work, bear primary responsibility for their own academic progress and and the results of written and performance tests. An average for seeking assistance when experiencing academic difficulty. is taken of all grades in any marking period and must be at a Academic advisement, tutoring, and mentoring programs are all specified CGPA or above to be considered making satisfactory available. academic progress.

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SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS– MINIMUM PACE OF PROGRESSION PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM STANDARD FORMULA A student will be considered to be making SAP for the payment cumulative earned credits period when meeting both of the following criterions: All CREDIT HOURS completed courses must be at a 2.5 GPA and the student must have cumulative registered credits completed a minimum of 90% of the hours scheduled. A student cumulative earned hours who has achieved the aforementioned criterions is considered to CLOCK HOURS cumulative scheduled hours have successfully completed the coursework and the number of weeks required for the payment period. A student not meeting the aforementioned requirements will not be considered to be making MAXIMUM TIME FRAME SAP and will be put on Financial Aid warning for the duration of the subsequent payment period. All financial aid recipients are expected to complete their degree/ QUALITATIVE MEASURE OF PROGRESS diploma/certificate within an acceptable period of time. The (GRADE POINT AVERAGE) maximum time frame for financial aid recipients is 150% of the published length of the program. For students enrolled in credit All students (except those enrolled in Practical Nursing) are hour programs, the MTF is based on 150% of the minimum required to meet the minimum cumulative grade point average required credits for graduation as published in the catalog. For (CGPA) shown on the chart below. Grades ranging from “A” to “F” students enrolled in clock hour programs the MTF is calculated will be included in the CGPA calculation. as 150% of the calendar weeks required for successful program QUALITATIVE MEASURE OF PROGRESS (GPA) completion as published in the catalog. PROGRAM INTERVALS MINIMUM REQUIRED EVALUATION PERIOD (Based on Total Published Program Credits) GRADE POINT AVERAGE In order to assess financial aid recipients’ eligibility for continued BELOW 25% 1.25 funding, the Financial Aid Office reviews student performance 25% TO <50% 1.50 against these standards at the end of each payment period. This 50% TO <75% 1.75 will vary from student to student according to their program start date and program of study. 75% AND ABOVE 2.00 FAILURE TO MEET STANDARDS

The following Qualitative Measure of Progress chart is applicable SAP/FA WARNING to students enrolled in the Practical Nursing program: PRACTICAL NURSING • If at the end of the evaluation period a student has not met QUALITATIVE MEASURE OF PROGRESS (GPA) either the GPA or pace of progression standard, the student will PROGRAM INTERVALS MINIMUM REQUIRED be placed on warning for one evaluation period. Students on (Based on Total Published Program Credits) GRADE POINT AVERAGE warning are eligible to register and receive financial aid. BELOW 25% 2.50 • If at the end of the warning period a student who has been on 25% TO <50% 2.50 warning has met both the cumulative GPA and cumulative pace standards, the warning status is ended and the student is 50% TO <75% 2.50 returned to good standing. 75% AND ABOVE 2.50 SUSPENSION OF STUDENTS ON SAP/FA WARNING STATUS

QUANTITATIVE MEASURES OF PROGRESS If at the end of the warning period a student who has been on (PACE OF PROGRESSION AND MAXIMUM TIME FRAME) SAP/FA Warning status has not met both the cumulative grade point average and minimum pace of progression standards, the PACE OF PROGRESSION (“PACE”) student shall be placed on SAP/FA Suspension. Students on SAP/ FA Suspension are not eligible to receive financial aid. The institution has established a minimum pace of progression for all enrolled students as outlined in the table below. Grades WARNING STATUS of “F”, “I”, “W”, (or blank/missing) are treated as registered • Suspension for Exceeding the Maximum Time-Frame. credits but NOT earned credits and thus negatively impact the pace of progression. If at the end of the evaluation period a student has failed to meet the institution’s standard for measurement of maximum QUANTITATIVE MEASURES OF PROGRESS (PACE) time-frame, the student shall be suspended from financial aid PROGRAM INTERVALS MINIMUM PACE eligibility and may be subject to dismissal. (Based on Total Published Program Credits) OF PROGRESSION • Suspension for Inability to Meet Program Requirements BELOW 25% 50% within the Maximum Time Frame. If at the end of the 25% TO <50% 66.67% evaluation period the institution determines it is not possible for a student to raise her or his CGPA or pace of progression 50% TO <75% 66.67% percentage to meet the institution’s standards before the student 75% AND ABOVE 66.67% completes his/her program of study, the student shall be suspended from financial aid and may be subject to dismissal. The formula used to calculate the Minimum Pace of Progression • Suspension for Extraordinary Circumstances. The will vary depending on the program of study as noted below. Institution may immediately suspend students in the event of extraordinary circumstances, including but not limited to previously suspended (and reinstated) students whose

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academic performance falls below acceptable standards during the appeal is approved and any conditions necessary to retain a subsequent term of enrollment; students who register for eligibility for registration and financial aid. Denied appeals include courses, receive financial aid, and do not attend any classes; and the reason for denial. students whose attendance patterns appear to abuse the receipt REINSTATEMENT of financial aid and may be subject to dismissal. APPEALS AND PROBATION A student who has been suspended from financial aid eligibility may be reinstated after an appeal has been approved or the APPEALS minimum cumulative GPA and pace standards have been achieved. Neither paying for their own classes nor sitting out a period of time A student who fails to make satisfactory academic progress and is sufficient in and of itself to re-establish a student’s financial aid is suspended has the right to appeal based on special, unusual or eligibility. extenuating circumstances causing undue hardship such as death in TREATMENT OF GRADES AND CREDITS the family, student’s injury or illness or other special circumstances as determined by the institution. Credits: The unit by which academic work is measured. • Appeals must be submitted in writing. Registered (Attempted) Credits: The total number of credits for • The appeal must include an explanation of the special, unusual which a student is officially enrolled in each term. Cumulative Registered Credits: or extenuating circumstances causing undue hardship that Cumulative registered credits are prevented the student from making satisfactory academic the total number of credits registered for all terms of enrollment at progress. the Institution, including summer terms and terms for which the • The appeal must also include what has changed in the student did not receive financial aid. Earned Credits: student’s situation that would allow the student to demonstrate Earned credits include grades ranging from “A” satisfactory academic progress at the end of the next evaluation to “D-“ and “P”. They are successfully completed credits that count period. towards the required percentage of completion (66.67%) as defined • Supporting documentation beyond the written explanation is by the quantitative measure. Attempted, NOT Earned: required. Grades of “F”, “I”, “NP”, “W” (or • Initial consideration of appeals will be undertaken by the Appeal a blank/missing) will be treated as credits attempted but NOT Committee which will minimally consist of the Academic Dean, successfully completed (earned). Audited Courses: Director of Financial Aid. The Campus President may appoint Audited courses are not aid eligible courses and additional members as deemed appropriate. are not included in any financial aid satisfactory academic progress measurements. • Appeals that are approved must contain an academic plan that, if Repeat Credits: followed, ensures the student would be able to meet satisfactory Repeat credits are credits awarded when a student academic progress standards by a specific point in time. repeats a course in order to improve a grade. A student may repeat a class as allowed by the institution. The institution will use the SAP/FA PROBATIONARY STATUS highest grade achieved to calculate GPA. All repeated credits are included in the percent of completion and maximum time frame A student who has successfully appealed shall be placed on SAP/ calculations. FA Probation for one evaluation period. If, at the end of the next Transfer Credits: evaluation period, a student on SAP/FA Probation status: Transfer credits are credits earned at another post-secondary educational institution which are accepted by this • Has met both the institution’s cumulative grade point average and pace standards, the student shall be returned to good Institution. Transfer credits which are accepted by the Institution standing. and are applicable to the student’s program of study shall be counted as credits attempted and completed for calculation of pace • Has not met the institution’s cumulative grade point average of progression and maximum time frame. Grades associated with and pace standards but has met the conditions specified in his/ these credits are not included in calculating CGPA. For students her academic plan, the student shall retain his/her financial who either change programs within the institution or wish to earn aid and registration eligibility under a probationary status for a an additional credential, all credits earned toward courses that subsequent evaluation period. apply to a student’s new program of study or credential will be used • Has not met the institution’s cumulative grade point average and to determine satisfactory academic progress. pace standards and has also not met the conditions specified in Withdraw: The mark of “W” (withdrawal) is assigned when a his/her academic plan, the student shall be re-assigned a SAP/ student withdraws from a class after the add / drop period or has FA Suspension status immediately upon completion of the not satisfied the requirements of an “I” grade within a defined evaluation. timeframe. It is not included when calculating grade point average NOTIFICATION OF STATUS AND APPEAL RESULTS or earned credits. Thus, it does not impact CGPA but does negatively impact earned credits and, therefore, negatively impacts STATUS NOTIFICATION the student’s percent of completion. Students are notified in writing (letter or email) when the The mark of “WA” is assigned when a student withdraws from a evaluation of satisfactory academic progress results in warning, class before the end of the Add/Drop period. It is not included suspension, or probation. The notice includes the conditions of the when calculating grade point average or earned credits. Thus, it current status and the conditions necessary to regain eligibility for does not impact CGPA and does not negatively impact earned registration and financial aid. Notice of suspension also includes credits and, therefore it does not impacts the student’s percent of the right and process necessary to appeal suspension. completion. Incompletes: The mark of “I” (incomplete) is a temporary grade APPEAL RESULT NOTIFICATION which is assigned only in exceptional circumstances. It will be given only to students who cannot complete the work of a course Students are notified in writing (letter or email) of the results of on schedule because of illness or other circumstances beyond their all appeals. Approved appeals include the conditions under which control. An “I” grade will automatically become a “W” grade if

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requirements to complete course work have not been satisfactorily Applicants requesting transfer credits must apply prior to met within 14 days of the original course end date.* Instructors |starting school. have the option of setting an earlier completion date for the student. Transfer applicants must submit an official transcript from A grade of “I” is not included when calculating grade point their former institution that clearly indicates the courses taken, average or earned credits. Thus, it does not impact CGPA but does grades achieved and credits awarded. All credits transferred from negatively impact earned credits and, therefore, negatively impacts applicable courses must have an earned grade of “C” or better. Or, the student’s percent of completion. the applicant must produce an up-to-date professionally recognized *During the Covid-19 crises period, the Education Department Director may certification along with a verifiable history of employment relating opt to extend the use of “I” incomplete grades for up to a 12-month period to the course. Or, the applicant must pass the mid-term and final allowing flexibility in resolving the incomplete coursework. written and practical exams for the course(s) with a grade of “C” or better. The student will receive the appropriate corresponding Satisfactory Academic Progress for numerical grade for the results of the testing. There is generally a VA Beneficiaries nominal charge for the administration of the testing Regardless of the number of transfer credits awarded, all In accordance with the requirements set forth by the students must complete a minimum of 50% of the credits required Department of Veterans Affairs, the school will notify the VA for graduation through actual attendance for all programs taken. within 30 days of any VA beneficiaries who are placed on SAP/ Those students who transfer credits from an accredited FA Warning for a 2nd consecutive term. This notification will postsecondary institution will receive a grade of “TR” as noted include the date at which the student will be placed on SAP/ in the grading policy. If a student would like to receive a higher FA Suspension. Students in SAP/FA Suspension are considered GPA for the course they may use the test out procedure. For ineligible for VA Educational Assistance benefits and as such students who change programs, only those courses that count the School VA Certifying Official will no longer be permitted towards a student’s new program of study will be used to determine to certify the student’s enrollment for any training towards the satisfactory academic progress. remaining requirement of his/her program which he/she completes The Education Department manager receives and evaluates before being readmitted to the approved program. VA students the student transcript and any related support materials (such as may avail themselves of the school’s appeals process. a school catalog and/or course syllabi) to determine where prior learning is a match to school course offerings. There are a variety of Transcripts (Progress Records) considerations when evaluating submitted records (i.e. institution, Following a review by the School, grade reports (unofficial course title, course level, course descriptions, grades, and year transcripts and/or degree audits) are available for the student to of study). Where needed, a campus subject matter expert will review upon completion of each course or term on the student participate in the evaluation process. The education departments portal. Individual grade records are permanently maintained for goal is to ensure student academic success; therefore, an approved each Student and are open for inspection in accordance with the transfer of credit is a result of verified evidence of student learning Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. which aligns with school offerings. When further assessment The student will receive an official transcript upon graduation. of student learning may be needed, the school may consider the Requests for official transcripts while in school or additional copies option of test out. of official transcripts after graduation or replacement certificates/ Student applicants with evidence of prior work experience diplomas/degrees must be submitted in writing to the school. directly applicable to the program may choose to submit their Contact the school’s Business Office for a current schedule of fees. documentation for review. Such applicants will have their skills and knowledge validated through a test out procedure. Transfer Credits TEST OUT The school’s programs are career oriented in nature with Test Out exams provide students the opportunity to be exempt objectives designed to prepare graduates for immediate employment from certain required courses by demonstrating proficiency via an in their chosen field of study upon graduation. Students seeking to exam in a particular subject area. Applicants requesting to take a continue their education at other post secondary institutions should test out exam must do so prior to starting school. Not all courses be aware that the school does not claim or guarantee that credit are eligible for test out exam credit, and students cannot have earned here will transfer to another institution and acceptance attended past the add/drop period in the course for which they of the credit earned here is determined at the sole discretion want to test out. To receive credit for a course, the student must of the institution in which the student desires to transfer his/ earn a B on the test out exam on the first attempt. Exams may not her credits. Students are advised to obtain information from all be retaken. Students interested in test out exams should see the institutions they are considering attending in order to understand Director of Education. Test out exams will be graded as TO (test each institution’s credit acceptance policies. It is the student’s out) and is not considered in computing the Grade Point Average. responsibility to confirm whether or not credits earned at this campus will be accepted by another school. TRANSFER – PRACTICAL NURSING Students who transfer credits from a postsecondary institution A “TR” indicates that the requirements for the course have been accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department previously satisfied. For Nursing Programs, all credits transferred of Education will receive a grade of “TR” on their transcripts. from applicable courses must have an earned grade of “B” or better. Those courses which have been accepted as transfer credit are not Regardless of the number of transfer credits awarded, all included in the cumulative grade point average (CGPA) calculation students must complete a minimum of 50% of the credits required but are calculated towards the maximum time frame to be used for graduation through actual attendance for all programs taken. to determine a student’s satisfactory academic progress. Courses Prior courses taken that become accepted for transfer credits that are the same (Course Code, Course Name, Credits and are used as part of the determination of a student’s satisfactory Description) that are transferred from one Lincoln campus to academic progress, and will be considered in calculating the pace another, will be calculated within the student’s CGPA to the new towards completion, which cannot be more than one and one- campus. This is determined by the campus administrator within half (1.5) times the normal program length. Those students who the campus system.

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transfer credits from an accredited postsecondary institution will Course Repeats receive a grade of “TR” as noted in the grading policy. If a student would like to receive a higher GPA for the course they may use the Based on scheduling availability, a student will be allowed test out procedure. For students who change programs, only those to repeat one failed course; or a course that falls below a courses that count towards a student’s new program of study will programmatic standard, at no additional tuition charge provided be used to determine satisfactory academic progress. the student graduates and provided the repeat will not prevent the student from completing the program in the maximum time Externship Requirements permitted by the School’s Satisfactory Academic Progress policy. If the student fails or falls below a programmatic standard in more In order to participate in the non-didactic part of the program than one course within the term, the free course repeat will apply • Students must have achieved the minimum requirement of a to the course with the higher number of hours. Students who fail cumulative grade point average of 2.0. Students whose GPA is less (or fall below a programmatic standard) the same course twice than a 2.0 after completing the academic portion of the program will be terminated except in the case of verifiable extenuating will be required to repeat classes with less than a 2.0, in order to circumstances. In such cases, a student may be granted permission improve the cumulative grade point average to a 2.0 CGPA and by the Education Department to enroll in the course for a third qualify for the externship. Student with less than the required 2.0 time if the circumstances are thoroughly documented. CGPA will be placed on probation during this time period. This policy does not apply to individual courses. • An approved resumé. • For certain programs, students must submit to a background Grade Appeal Policy check prior to the start of their last course, module, or class. An Any student wishing to have a course grade reviewed must unfavorable result may preclude a student from participating in appeal in writing within 10 days after the final grade has been the externship portion of the program, resulting in the student assigned. Grade Appeal Forms are available from the Education being withdrawn from school. Office. Initially the appeal should be given to the faculty member • Certain programs require immunization prior to the start of who awarded the grade. If satisfaction is not obtained, the their last course. student should then appeal to the Education Supervisor who after • Certain programs require drug screening prior to the start of reviewing with an Academic Review Panel, will respond in writing their last course. with a binding decision. • Students must be in good standing with the Financial Aid and Business Office. Leave of Absence Withdrawals and Incomplete Grades The granting of a Leave of Absence (LOA), which may be issued to students for reasons such as, but not limited to, personal, A “W”ithdrawal is issued to students who are withdrawn from professional, medical or financial hardship, must be approved the institution or course after the introductory period of enrollment in accordance with guidance in accreditation, state and federal and prior to the end of the module or term. Readmitted students regulations. In compliance with these regulations a student may must retake all “W”ithdrawal graded courses. A “W” will not be be granted a number of Leaves during any twelve month period calculated in the cumulative GPA, but counts as an attempt for provided that the cumulative number of days of LOA’s do not satisfactory academic progress. exceed 180 calendar days. The length of any one LOA is at the An “I”ncomplete is given to students who do not complete a test discretion of campus management. The student must state the or required course work due to an approved documented absence specific reason for the LOA on the Leave of Absence Request on file. The student has a maximum of 14 days to complete Form, and have an exit interview with the Education Department the course work, the school may require less time in certain to determine what is in the best interest of the student. circumstances. If the coursework is not completed in the specified If the leave of absence from school exceeds the officially approved time, the student will receive a zero for the assignment which will date of return the student will be withdrawn from school and be averaged into the GPA. any refunds, if applicable, will be issued within 30 days after the INCOMPLETE – PRACTICAL NURSING effective date of withdrawal. Any unearned financial aid credited to the student’s account will be refunded. Reinstatement of An “I” incomplete is a temporary grade issued to a student in financial aid will require a new application and routine processing good standing when certain requirements for a course are not time. In addition, the student will be required to complete a new completed by the end of the semester due to a justifiable reason. enrollment agreement (contract) at the tuition rate in effect on the During a conference the student will present the extraordinary date of re-application. situation, which inhibited completion of the course requirements, and the faculty and program director will issue a decision. If a Re-entrance Policy grade of “incomplete” is awarded, a contract will be developed Students requesting readmission following an interruption in specifying the work that must be completed and the completion classes, and students who fail to re-enter on the scheduled time date. A probationary status will be in effect during the contract following an authorized leave of absence must re-enroll under the period. If the conditions of the contract are not fulfilled a grade of current effective school Enrollment Agreement reflecting revised “F” failing will replace the “I”. prices, if applicable. The school reserves the right to limit re-entries. WITHDRAWAL – PRACTICAL NURSING Note: The student’s SAP status will be re-calculated and the Students who exceed the attendance policy may forfeit the appropriate status applied to the student’s enrollment record. opportunity to attend the following semester. Students who are Students are allowed no more than two interrupts. To withdrawn for attendance may seek readmission through the re-enter a second time, a student may be readmitted where program director’s office. Students who miss six (6) consecutive documented extenuating circumstances exist. An appeal letter days will be automatically withdrawn. must be presented to the Education Department for review. 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Education Department. This signed document must remain in the student’s file. A student may not be readmitted a third time unless documented extenuating circumstances exist as determined by the Education Department. Students, who are terminated by the school for disciplinary reasons or academic deficiencies, may request re-entrance. Such a request must be by letter to the school’s Campus President. The letter must set forth valid reasons for granting the request. The request will be reviewed by the Re-entry Committee, and the student will be notified of the Committee’s decision. Graduation Requirements To be eligible for graduation the following requirements must be met: • Successfully complete all required courses in the program. • Achieve an overall grade point average of 2.0 • Be free of indebtedness to the School. • Meet satisfactory academic progress requirements. • In addition, Practical Nursing students must achieve a 75% passing grade in each clinical and didactic course; must attend 1425 hours less the 10% allowable absent hours at a minimum. • In addition, Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Technician students must attend 750 hours less the 10% allowable absent hours at a minimum.

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40 Campus Information LINCOLN, RHODE ISLAND LTI campuses maintain the appropriate educational equipment for LINCOLN TECHNICAL INSTITUTE LINCOLN MALL instruction and hands-on training in all programs offered. The 622 GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGHWAY campuses are furnished with industry-standard equipment, which is LINCOLN, RI 02865 continuously updated to keep up with today’s job market. The school (401) 334-2430 This school occupies 39,191 square feet facility provides accessibility for handicapped students. located inside a newly renovated mall. It provides air-conditioned classrooms and labs, as well as ample parking in a well-lit, Corporate Administration security-patrolled parking lot.

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