HILL COLLEGE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Hill College is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. The college does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in the administration of its educational programs, activities, or employment policies. ACCOMMODATIONS AND NONDISCRIMINATION Federal law prohibits the College from making preadmission inquiries regarding a student's disability. Information regarding a student's disability, voluntarily given or inadvertently received, will not adversely affect any admission decision. If a student requires special services and/or accommodations as a result of a disability, the student must notify the Academic Advising and Success Center. This voluntary self identification allows Hill College to prepare appropriate support services and/or accommodations to facilitate the student's learning. Confidentiality of the information will be maintained in accordance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as Amended (FERPA), and shared only with College officials with a legitimate educational interest in the information. To the extent reasonably appropriate, the college will provide special services and/or accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability in accordance with Section 504 the Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ADA Amendments Act, and Title IX. Disabilities/ADA Reports of discrimination based on disability may be directed to the ADA/Section 504 coordinator. The College District designates the following person to coordinate its efforts to comply with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, which incorporates and expands the requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended: Name: Lizza Trenkle Position: Vice President Student Services Address: 112 Lamar Drive, Hillsboro, TX 76645 Telephone: (254) 659-7601 Students with qualified and documented disabilities may request accommodations which will enable them to participate in and benefit from educational programs and activities. Students should contact the Academic Advising and Success Center for more details at 254-659-7650 for Hill County Campus, 817-760-5650 for Johnson County Campus, or 817-295-7392 for Burleson Center. (08/15/2019) 1 Title IX Reports of discrimination based on sex, including sexual harassment or gender-based harassment, may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator. The College District designates the following person to coordinate its efforts to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended: Name: Jamie Jaska Position: Director of Human Resources Address: 112 Lamar Drive, Hillsboro, TX 76645 Telephone: (254) 659-7731 The College District prohibits discrimination, including harassment, against individuals on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in the administration of its educational programs, activities, or employment policies. Retaliation against anyone involved in the complaint process is a violation of College District policy and is prohibited. For information about Hill College, write or telephone the following: Hill College 112 Lamar Drive Hillsboro, TX 76645 (254) 659-7500 or visit Hill College on the World Wide Web at www.hillcollege.edu 2 BULLETIN of HILL COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG for 2019-2020 Hill College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the associate degree. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Hill College. Approved by Texas Association of Community Colleges The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Member of American Association of Community Colleges The Association of Texas Colleges and Universities The Texas Association of Music Schools National Junior College Athletic Association Texas Association of School Boards Association of Community College Trustees Texas Community College Association Texas Community College Teachers Association Emergency Medical Services Professionals -- CAAHEP Accredited Program #600447 This catalog contains policies, regulations and procedures which were in existence as the publication went to press. The college reserves the right to make changes at any time to reflect current board policies and administrative regulations and procedures. Please refer to the Hill College website at www.hillcollege.edu and/or contact individual departments for changes and updates. This bulletin is for informational purposes and does not constitute a contract. 3 MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Dear Students: Thank you for your interest in Hill College. On behalf of our faculty and staff, I look forward to helping you prepare for an exciting and rewarding future as you reach your educational goals. Whether you are interested in acquiring skills in preparation for work, interested in preparing to transfer to a senior institution, or simply fulfilling a personal interest, Hill College has something for you. There are many opportunities awaiting you at Hill College. Hill College has a rich history of providing excellence in teaching and student success. We have dedicated and innovative faculty, as well as knowledgeable and caring staff whose focus is to enrich the lives of the students we serve. We have nationally ranked athletic teams, a show stopping music and fine arts department, high tech academic and workforce training educational programs, a first-class History Museum, and a family-type atmosphere where students come first. We provide excellent teaching and learning experiences, high quality courses and learning environments, innovation and flexibility in the delivery of courses and services, advanced technology, academic and student support services to maximize student success, access to local, state and federal aid and scholarships, and access to and support for lifelong learning. Graduating from college is a predictor of future success. When you consider the economic benefits in acquiring an education in addition to the personal, intellectual enrichment that an education imparts, I think that you will agree that Hill College provides an affordable quality education and is the best choice you can make. We stand ready to share your educational journey with you and equip you with the skills you need to be successful. Best wishes for a successful educational experience at Hill College! Pam Boehm, Ed.D. 4 GENERAL_INFORMATION ADMISSIONS FEES AND FINANCIAL AID STUDENT INFORMATION ACADEMIC INFORMATION GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS PATHWAYS/EDUCATION PLANS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ORGANIZATION 5 GENERAL INFORMATION PHILOSOPHY OF HILL COLLEGE The Board of Regents, administrators, and faculty at Hill College are committed to the concept that our college be an open door to learning. With this goal in mind, we extend an educational opportunity to students of all ages who can profit from instruction. Every effort is made to provide equal access to the educational opportunities offered at Hill College without regard to race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, or disability. In keeping with this philosophy, Hill College recognizes and accepts the responsibility for providing curricula for university-bound students, for students seeking career opportunities in a variety of occupations, and for persons of the community seeking cultural enrichment, short-term skill training, or personal improvement opportunities. The college will seek to achieve these goals within the limits of its legal responsibilities and available fiscal resources. MISSION STATEMENT Hill College provides high quality, comprehensive educational programs and services. The college enhances the educational, cultural, and economic development of its service area and prepares individuals for a more productive life. PURPOSES OF HILL COLLEGE The purposes of Hill College are defined in the Texas Education Code, Section 130.003, and shall be to provide: 1. technical programs up to two years in length leading to associate degrees or certificates; 2. technical programs leading directly to employment in semi-skilled and skilled occupations; 3. freshman and sophomore courses in arts and sciences; 4. continuing adult education programs for occupational or cultural upgrading; 5. compensatory education programs designed to fulfill the commitment of an admissions policy allowing the enrollment of disadvantaged students; 6. a continuing program of counseling and guidance designed to assist students in achieving their individual educational goals; 7. workforce development programs designed to meet local and statewide needs; 8. adult literacy programs and other basic skills programs; and 9. such other purposes as may be prescribed by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board or local governing boards in the best interest of post- secondary education. Hill College exists to serve these purposes as they relate first to the local service areas, then to the State of Texas, and finally, to the nation. It has accepted the challenge of providing the resources, curricula, instructional support, and personnel required to best serve the many educational needs of its students and adult clients. HISTORY OF HILL COLLEGE 6 The authorization to establish Hill College was issued in 1921 by the Attorney General of the State