1 DISCLAIMER DISCLAIMER The contents of this College Catalog are subject to change. ASA College reserves the right to add, change or cancel courses or programs, revise subject matter content, change requirements, modify, amend or revoke any rules or regulations, or make any changes it deems necessary. The college also reserves the right to effect any other changes in the curriculum, administration, tuition and fees, academic standards, or any other phase of the college activity without notice. ASA College does not guarantee enrollment into specific sections of desired courses. OWNERSHIP ASA Institute of Business and Computer Technology, Inc. (DBA: ASA College), a New York corporation, is owned and operated by Alex Shchegol, President. NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY ASA College is an equal employment affirmative action institution. The college does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, gender, race, color, creed, religion, marital status, national or ethnic origin, disability, or sexual orientation in its admissions, employment, educational programs, student services, activities, or administration of education policy, except as such condition may constitute some bona fide occupational or assignment qualifications. ASA is firmly committed to providing all students equal access to its programs, resources, opportunities and facilities. Violations of the College’s policies against unlawful discrimination and harassment may result in disciplinary action, including but not limited to being barred from campus, suspended, or dismissed from the College. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and grievance procedures: Robert Faynblut, Director, Human Resources 81 Willoughby Street, 2nd Floor Brooklyn, NY 11201 718-534-0831 [email protected] Gloria Longakit, Dean of Faculty, Division of Academic Affairs, 81 Willoughby Street, 2nd Floor Brooklyn, NY 11201 718-534-0791 [email protected] EFFECTIVE DATE Volume 26 of the ASA College Catalog is effective as of Fall, 2013. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ASA MISSION .......................................................................................... 4 ASA HISTORY ......................................................................................... 5 ABOUT ASA ............................................................................................. 6 ADMISSIONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES .................................. 9 STUDENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE ................................................. 13 TUITION, FEES AND REFUND POLICY ............................................ 25 STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES .......................................................... 29 ACADEMIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES ..................................... 38 PROGRAMS OF STUDY ........................................................................ 47 DIVISION OF ARTS AND SCIENCES .................................................. 50 DIVISION OF BUSINESS ....................................................................... 54 DIVISION OF COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY ...................................... 61 DIVISION OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE .................................................... 67 DIVISION OF HEALTH DISCIPLINES ............................................... 69 CONTINUING EDUCATION ................................................................. 78 DISTANCE LEARNING .......................................................................... 79 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ..................................................................... 81 ADMINISTRATION AND STAFF .......................................................... 106 FACULTY ................................................................................................. 118 ACADEMIC CALENDAR ...................................................................... 132 APPENDICES APPENDIX A: Satisfactory Academic Progress Charts ........................ 134 APPENDIX B: Table of Placement Test Scores and Corresponding Remedial Courses ................................. 136 4 ASA MISSION The Mission of ASA College is to educate a diverse and qualified student population to become responsible professionals committed to lifelong learning by equipping them with a firm academic foundation and career-specific competencies. ASA offers high-quality degree and certificate programs that respond to the needs of students and employers in a global economy. ASA faculty and staff are dedicated to maintaining professionalism and institutional integrity in a student-centered environment. Core values defining what ASA is and what it aspires to be Respect: and distinguishing ASA from other institutions of higher We appreciate individual differences and diverse opinions education focus on student centeredness, accountability, and work together to create a mutually supportive respect, and integrity. environment. Student Centeredness: We treat each other with dignity and appreciate individual We value and respect all students as unique individuals. contributions regardless of position within the college. We assist students in realizing their educational goals and Integrity: provide students with a positive educational experience. Our actions and words signal the institutional integrity of our Accountability: college. We understand and value our individual roles in the college. We embrace honesty and base our decision-making on a combination of high ethical standards and practical We take responsibility for processes, decisions, and outcomes considerations. within our scope of influence. 5 ASA HISTORY Founded in 1985, ASA began with Alex Shchegol teaching Computer Programming and Information Technology and a class of 12 students. Known then as “Advanced Software Medical Assisting. Analysis,” the institute focused on mainframe computer pro- In the following years, ASA continued to develop new gramming, as New York had a dire shortage of qualified pro- programs. ASA added five new Associate of Occupational grammers at that time. Over the years, as technology revolu- Studies degree programs in Business Administration with tionized how every major industry operates, ASA has created Management Information Systems, Healthcare Office Ad- and updated programs to meet new market needs. Advanced ministration, Network Administration and Security, Office Software Analysis was abbreviated to ASA Institute in the Administration and Technology, and Pharmacy Technology. nineties to reflect the evolving mission of the institution. ASA also acquired additional space at its main location in Since its inception, the college has grown to more than 5,000 Brooklyn to accommodate its growing student population. students, 17 programs of study, and 2 large, centrally-located In 2005, ASA expanded its operations to midtown Manhattan campuses in midtown Manhattan and downtown Brooklyn. where the college established an Extension Center at Herald Today, in addition to computer technology, our programs of Square. ASA also expanded its academic offerings to include study focus on the rapidly-growing industries of healthcare, two new Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree pro- business and criminal justice. grams in Health Information Technology and Criminal Jus- Consistent with the needs and capabilities of our student tice. body, which includes highly motivated and mature immi- In 2010, ASA received approval to offer AAS in Nursing. grants, ASA programs have always featured a “hands-on” training component. In 2010, ASA received accreditation from The Middle States Commission on Higher Education. ASA Institute In 1999, ASA received authorization from the New York officially changed its name to ASA College upon attainment State Board of Regents to confer degrees in Accounting, of regional accreditation. 6 ABOUT ASA ACCREDITATIONS AND PROGRAM OFFERINGS APPROVALS All ASA curricula are built upon a philosophy that balances ASA College is authorized by the New York State Board of academic preparation, professional training, and hands-on Regents to confer Associate of Occupational Studies and As- experience. Each program offering is designed around indus- sociate in Applied Science degrees. All degree and certificate try requirements and pragmatic experience that promotes the programs are registered by the State Education Department. acquisition of skills needed to enter the workforce. Under the The contact information is as follows: aegis of five academic divisions, the college offers 11 de- gree programs and 6 certificate programs. The divisions and New York State Education Department the programs offered by ASA are listed below. Furthermore, Office of College and University Evaluation ASA’s Division of Arts and Sciences offers a full complement Education Building Annex, 5 EB, North Mezzanine of general education and liberal arts courses in addition to the Albany, NY 12230 Stand-alone ESL program. (518) 474-5851 www.highered.nysed.gov/ocue/ Division of Business HEGIS • Business Administration- A.O.S. ASA College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Accounting 5004 Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and • Business Administration with Schools (since June 2010). The contact information is as Management Information A.O.S. 5099 follows: Systems (not currently offered) • Office Administration and A.O.S. Commission on Higher Education Technology 5005 Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Office Technology and • CERTIFICATE 5004 3624 Market Street Administration Philadelphia, PA 19104 • Executive Legal