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Greetings from the President elcome to Jefferson College, where student learning is the focusW of everything we do! Discover our many advantages: a high quality education at an affordable cost, class sizes where faculty know your name, friendly support staff, and plenty of student clubs and activities. Jefferson College offers dynamic programs for students of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you’re interested in our university transfer programs, technical career programs, customized business and industry training, or continuing education courses, Jefferson College is a great choice! We are noted for our: • Committed, caring, and highly qualified faculty and staff • Convenient class times • Affordable tuition • Small class sizes • Online flexibility • Beautiful facilities • Exceptional student support services Whether you attend classes in Hillsboro, Arnold, Imperial, or online, let us help you achieve your goals and build a brighter tomorrow! Dr. Raymond V. Cummiskey President of Jefferson College 1 Welcome to Jefferson College! Who Uses the 2017-2018 Catalog? • New freshmen who began during the Fall 2017 semester, Spring 2018 semester, or the Summer 2018 term. • Re-entering students who have earned no credit during the Fall 2016 semester through the Summer 2016 term. • Any prior student who elects to use the 2017-2018 General Catalog to replace the Catalog when he/she began at Jefferson College. • Students who began at Jefferson College more than seven years ago and have been continuously enrolled will have an appropriate catalog substitution established by the Registrar. 2 Welcome to Jefferson College! Table of Contents Accreditation ............................................................4 Academic Calendar .......................................................5 About the College ........................................................6 Student Life on Campus. 8 Community Services ......................................................9 Admissions .............................................................11 Financial Information .....................................................15 Financial Aid ...........................................................19 Scholarships Available ....................................................23 Jefferson College Agreement for Success .......................................25 Academic Policies ........................................................26 Student Conduct ........................................................42 Recognition of Achievement ...............................................43 Services to Students. ......................................................44 General Degree Requirements ..............................................52 Degree & Certificate Requirements ..........................................52 General Education Program Requirements .....................................54 Statewide and Institutional Requirements .....................................57 Associate of Arts Degree ...................................................59 Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree .........................................66 Associate of Science Degree ................................................70 Career and Technical Education Certificates & Associate of Applied Science Degrees ....74 Degree Plans ...........................................................86 Course Descriptions .....................................................110 Board of Trustees .......................................................176 Administrative Officers. 176 Faculty and Staff ........................................................177 Jefferson College Locations. 182 Facilities – Hillsboro Campus ..............................................183 Hillsboro Campus Map ..................................................184 Campus Directories .....................................................185 Jefferson College Arnold ..................................................194 Jefferson College Imperial ................................................195 3 Accreditation Specific programs are accredited/approved by the following organizations: • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists • American Veterinary Medical Association • Child Development Center Missouri Accreditation • Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education • Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies - Public Safety Training Academy Accreditation • Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education • HVAC Excellence • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology Jefferson College is accredited by • Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education The Higher Learning Commission • Missouri Division of Emergency Medical Services 230 South LaSalle Street, • Missouri State Board of Nursing Suite 7-500 • National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation Chicago, IL 60604-1413 (800) 621-7440 or Jefferson College’s institutional affiliations include: (312) 263-0456 • American Association of Community Colleges Fax (312) 263-7462 • American Association of Community College Trustees • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists • American Welding Society • Electronic Technicians Association • Missouri Association of Career and Technical Education • Missouri Community College Association • Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education • • Missouri Department of Public Safety - Peace Officers and Standards Training Commission • Missouri School-College Relations Association • National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships • National Junior College Athletic Association • The Higher Learning Commission Non-Discrimination Notice It is the policy of Jefferson College that no person shall, on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status, be subject to discrimination in employment or in admission to any educational program or activity of the College. In compliance with Federal Rules and Regulations, Jefferson College has adopted a procedure for resolving complaints of discrimination. The procedure is available to any Jefferson College student, employee, or applicant who feels that he or she has been discriminated against in employment, student programs, or student activities. The Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) Coordinator for students is the Disability Support Services Coordinator, Office – Technology Center 101, (636)481-3169/797-3000, ext. 3169. The College Coordinator of Title IX is the Vice President of Student Services, Office – Student Center 205, (636)481-3200/ 797-3000, ext. 3200 or email [email protected]. Students with concerns regarding any alleged discriminatory act or occurrence falling within the provisions of any of the Federal Rules and Regulations other than Title IX or ADAAA as specified above may contact the Vice President of Student Services, Office – Student Center 205, (636)481-3200/797-3000, ext. 3200. Employees, applicants, or other individuals with concerns regarding any alleged discriminatory act or occurrence falling within the provisions of any of the Federal Rules and Regulations other than Title IX or ADAAA as specified above may contact the Director of Human Resources, Office – Administration 133-E, (636)481-3157/797-3000, ext. 3157. Credits Catalog Editor: Stacey Wilson Publication Design: Amy Coomes, Lauren Murphy Other Contributors: Lynda Ferguson Photos: Roger Barrentine, Erin Bova, Amy Coomes, Lauren Murphy 4 2017-2018 Academic Calendar FALL 2017 SPRING 2018 August 21 Classes begin January 15 Martin Luther King Day (campus closed) September 2 Labor Day recess begins, 7:00 a.m. January 16 Classes begin September 5 Labor Day recess ends, 7:00 a.m. February 19 President’s Day (campus closed) October 3 Faculty Work Day (no day or night classes) March 8 Faculty In-Service Day (no day or night classes) October 12 First short session ends March 12 First short session ends October 13 Second short session begins March 13 Second short session begins (ends on same schedule as 16-week classes) (ends on same schedule as 16-week classes) November 10-11 Veterans’ Day (campus closed) March 19 Spring Break begins, 7:00 a.m. November 22 Thanksgiving recess begins, 12:00 p.m. March 19-25 Technology Maintenance (Blackboard and November 23-26 Technology Maintenance (Blackboard and online services may not be available) online services may not be available) March 26 Spring Break ends, 7:00 a.m. November 27 Thanksgiving recess ends, 7:00 a.m. March 30 Spring Holiday begins, 7:00 a.m. December 6 Last meeting for Wednesday only classes April 2 Spring Holiday ends, 7:00 a.m. (one time/week day/night classes) May 8 Last day of classes (TR); Last meeting for Tuesday December 7 Last day of classes (TR) only classes (one time a week day/night classes) December 8 Last day of classes (MWF) May 9 Last meeting for Wednesday only classes December 11 Last meeting for Monday only classes (one time a week day/night classes) (one time a week day/night classes) May 10 Teaching faculty not required to be on campus December 12 Last meeting for Tuesday only classes (day/night classes) (one time a week day/night classes) May 11 Last day of classes (MWF) December 14 Last meeting for Thursday only classes May 12 Last meeting for Saturday classes (one time a week day/night classes) (one time a week classes) December