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2014 Florida Catalog • Volume 01Published May 2014Catalog effective from May 5, 2014 through May 5, 2015

Note: We have included photographs in this catalog of various Concorde facilities throughout the nation. Not all the photographs are from a single campus.

School InformationHistory of the Schools ..........................................................................2Locations .............................................................................................2Our Mission Statement ..........................................................................2Governing Body .................................................................................2Accreditations, Approvals, and Memberships ...................................... 3--4Program Advisory Committee ................................................................4Campus Facilities .................................................................................4Equipment ....................................................................................... 4--5Programs of StudyDental Assistant .................................................................................6--7Medical Assistant ................................................................................. 7Medical Office Administration ............................................................... 8Nursing ...........................................................................................8--9Occupational Therapy Assistant ........................................................9--10Patient Care Technician ....................................................................... 10Pharmacy Technician .....................................................................10--11Physical Therapist Assistant ............................................................11--12Practical Nursing ............................................................................... 12Respiratory Therapy ......................................................................12--13Surgical Technologist .....................................................................13--14Certification for Dental Radiographers .................................................. 14Expanded Duties for Dental Auxiliary Personnel ................................14--15Course Descriptions .......................................................................37--44AdmissionsCriminal Background Check ................................................................ 17Drug Testing ...................................................................................... 17Entrance Requirements ........................................................................ 16Enrollment Procedure .......................................................................... 16Entrance Test Requirements .............................................................16--17Readmission ...................................................................................... 17Credit for Previous Training ................................................................. 17Statement of Non-Discrimination .......................................................... 17Financial InformationCancellation and Refund Provisions ....................................................... 18Financial Aid Office ........................................................................... 19Financial Aid ..................................................................................... 19Education Cost/Educational Expense................................ 19 & AddendumReturn of Title IV Refunds Policy .......................................................19--20Refund Procedures for Non-Title IV Financial Assistance .......................... 20Student Information/AffairsAnnual Security Report .......................................................................21Canceled Class Policy ........................................................................21Graduate Employment ........................................................................21Drug and Alcohol Abuse Policy ............................................................21Health Requirements ...........................................................................22General Information ..................................................................... 22--23

Accessibility for Disabilities Campus TelephonesCellular Phones Community ActivitiesCustomized Training Day Care ServicesEating & Smoking Emergency Telephone NumbersGraduation Ceremonies Inclement WeatherInsurance Institutional Information Language of Instruction DisseminationLost Books & Supplies Making ChangeMaximum Class Size MessagesParking Personal BelongingsPersonal Data Changes PregnancyRefresher Training Student AffairsStudent Housing Student Injuries Transportation Visa Services

Student Complaint and Grievance Procedure ........................................23Important Information .........................................................................23Student Guidance and Advising ...........................................................23

Academic InformationClinical/Externship ............................................................................24Clinical Rotations ...............................................................................25Criteria for Assessing Student Performance

While on Externship ...................................................................25Records on Hold ................................................................................25Academic Units of Credit ....................................................................25Financial Aid Units of Credit ................................................................25Student Records .................................................................................25Dress Code .......................................................................................25Description of Course Numbering System ........................................ 25--26Probation or Warning .........................................................................26Measure of Program Duration ..............................................................26Notice Concerning Transferability of

Units and Degrees Earned at Concorde ........................................26Termination Policy ..............................................................................26Program Changes ..............................................................................26Program Monitoring ...........................................................................26Distance EducationDistance Education .............................................................................27Entrance Requirements ........................................................................27Attendance Requirements ....................................................................27Learning Activities ..............................................................................27Faculty/Student Interaction and Academic Advising ...............................27Student Services .................................................................................27Learning Resources .............................................................................27Learning Outcomes ............................................................................27Graduation Requirements ....................................................................28Health Screens ...................................................................................28Uniforms ...........................................................................................28Academic StandardsLeaves of Absence..............................................................................29Tardy & Leave Early Policy ..................................................................29Attendance Policy ........................................................................ 29--30Campus Safety Policy .........................................................................31Conduct ............................................................................................31Confidentiality Statement .....................................................................31Graduation Requirements ....................................................................31Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act....................................... 31--32No Discrimination or Harassment Policy ................................................33Students with Disabilities Policy ...................................................... 33--34Official Letter Grading Scale ......................................................... 34--35Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy ............................................ 35--36Copyright Infringement .......................................................................36Outside Classroom Work ....................................................................36Scholastic Honesty .............................................................................36AddendaAcademic Calendar Addendum ....................................................... InsertEducational Expense Addendum ...................................................... InsertGeneral Addendum ........................................................................ InsertPersonnel Addendum ...................................................................... Insert

7259 Salisbury RoadJacksonville, FL 32256

P 904.725.0525 | F 904.721.9944

www.concorde.edu

10933 Marks WayMiramar, FL 33025

P: 954.731.8880 | F: 954.485.2961

3444 McCrory PlaceOrlando, FL 32803

P: 407.812.3060 | F: 407.812.3159

4202 West SpruceTampa, FL 33607

P: 813.874.0094 | F: 813.872.6884

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HISTORY OF THE SCHOOLSJacksonville, FloridaConcorde Career institute was founded in 1968 as the Florida College of Medical and Dental Assistants. In 1974 Concorde Career Colleges, Inc., of Mission, Kansas, purchased it. In 1989 the name was changed to Concorde Career Institute. In February 2010 Concorde Career Institute opened a branch location in Orlando, Florida. In 2013 Concorde Career Institute moved to its new location on Salisbury Road.

Miramar, FloridaThe Florida College of Medical and Dental Assistants was established in 1980. In 1989 the school’s name changed to Concorde Career Institute. In June 1990 the campus was relocated to a new facility designed to offer education benefits to the students in the southeastern region of the state of Florida. In March 2008 the school moved to its current location in Miramar.

Orlando, FloridaThe school was founded in December 2009 as a branch of Concorde Career Institute, Jacksonville, Florida.

Tampa, FloridaThis school was established in Tampa in 1978 as Florida College of Medical and Dental Careers. The school changed its name to Concorde Career Institute in 1989. Responding to the need for a larger facility, the campus moved to its present location at 4202 West Spruce in January 1991. In October 1996, a satellite location was added at University Community Hospital so the Patient Care Technician training could be offered. The satellite closed in 2001, so additional classrooms were added to the campus in 2002.

LOCATIONJacksonville, FloridaThe campus is located at 7259 Salisbury Road, Jacksonville, FL 32256. Class sessions are held at this location, with the exception of clinical/externship activities.

Miramar, FloridaThe campus is located at 10933 Marks Way, Miramar, FL 33025. Class sessions are held at this location, with the exception of clinical/externship activities.

Orlando, FloridaThe campus is located at 3444 McCrory Place, Orlando, FL 32803. Class sessions are held at this location, with the exception of clinical/externship activities.

Tampa, FloridaThe main campus is located at 4202 West Spruce with additional classrooms located at 4210 West Spruce. Class sessions are held at these locations, with the exception of clinical/externship activities.

OUR MISSION STATEMENTConcorde prepares committed students for successful employment in a rewarding healthcare profession through high-caliber training, real-world experiences, and student-centered support.This is Our Mission, our North Star, a guiding light that defines and illuminates the course to our future and for potential students, the path to a successful healthcare career. It defines our handshake with students and establishes the primacy of that covenant. We acknowledge their commitment, the financial and personal sacrifices they make to attend Concorde. We dedicate ourselves to making their sacrifices manageable, and we commit to truly preparing them for success in a gainful healthcare profession.Our students have set very immediate goals for starting their careers. The practical hands-on learning needed to attain their goals—this is foremost in their minds. We satisfy their expectations by modeling our faculty, facilities, equipment, and curriculum after the healthcare field they will enter.We know that the ultimate judge of their preparation will be their future employers. Employers expect our students to have more than just knowledge and technical skills. They are looking for integrity, discipline, team play, and the drive that defines professionals, and we accept responsibility for modeling and instilling those values. We partner with employers to ensure our programs

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reflect real work expectations and settings through program advisory boards, externships, and clinical rotations. Once students have completed their training, we again call on our network of employer relationships to support students in securing a job in their chosen profession.Throughout our students’ preparation, we endeavor to meet the highest practicable standards, and our faculty, equipment, and facilities reflect that commitment. We strive for superior outcomes in student satisfaction, program completion and, most importantly, career placement.Concorde prepares committed students for successful employment in a rewarding healthcare profession through high-caliber training, real-world experience, and student-centered support.We are Concorde Career Institute and this is Our Mission.

ValuesThe five core values at Concorde are:Integrity :: Respect for the Individual :: Customer Service :: Teamwork :: Achievement

GOVERNING BODYConcorde Career Colleges, Inc. and its subsidiaries, 5800 Foxridge Drive, Suite 500, Mission, Kansas, is a national network of proprietary schools offering training in allied health occupations.

Corporate officers are listed in the catalog addendum.

Information contained in this catalog is true and correct.

Melissa Ryan—Campus President Concorde Career Institute :: Jacksonville, FL

Jorge Gutierrez — Campus President Concorde Career Institute :: Orlando, FL

Jesse Knight—Campus President Concorde Career Institute :: Miramar, FL

Rod Kirkwood—Campus President Concorde Career Institute :: Tampa, FL

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ACCREDITATIONS, APPROVALS & MEMBERSHIPSINSTITUTIONAL ACCREDITATIONSJacksonville, Florida

• Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools andColleges (ACCSC), a national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S.Department of Education.

• An eligible school as defined by the Higher Education Amendments of1998, Public Law 105-244.

• Licensed by the Commission for Independent Education, FloridaDepartment of Education. Additional information regarding this institutionmay be obtained by contacting the Commission at 325 West GainesStreet, Suite 1414 Tallahassee, FL 32399, 888-224-6684, License #87.

• A member of the Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools andColleges.

• An institution of higher education eligible to participate in the federalstudent financial aid programs (Title IV).

• Approved for the training of veterans and eligible persons under theprovisions of Title 38, United States Code.

Miramar, Florida• Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and

Colleges (ACCSC), a national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S.Department of Education.

• Eligible to participate in the student financial assistance programsauthorized by Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended.

• Licensed by the Commission for Independent Education, FloridaDepartment of Education. Additional information regarding this institutionmay be obtained by contacting the Commission at 325 West GainesStreet, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, FL, 32399, 888-224-6684, License#416.



• Authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students.Orlando, Florida

• Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools andColleges (ACCSC), a national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S.Department of Education.

• Licensed by the Commission for Independent Education, FloridaDepartment of Education. Additional information regarding this institutionmay be obtained by contacting the Commission at 325 West GainesStreet, Suite 1414 Tallahassee, FL 32399, 888-224-6684, License#4064.

• An institution of higher education eligible to participate in the federalstudent financial aid programs (Title IV).


Tampa, Florida• Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and

Colleges (ACCSC), a national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S.Department of Education.

• Eligible to participate in the student financial assistance programsauthorized by Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended.

• Licensed by the Commission for Independent Education, FloridaDepartment of Education. Additional information regarding this institutionmay be obtained by contacting the Commission at 325 West GainesStreet, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, FL, 32399, 888-224-6684, License#333.



PROGRAMMATIC ACCREDITATIONSJacksonville, Florida

Dental Assistant Program• Approved by the Florida State Board of Dentistry to certify dental assisting

students in expanded duties and radiology.• Approved by the Georgia State Board of Dentistry to certify dental

assisting students in expanded duties.Nursing ProgramsApproved by the Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Insurance, Florida Board of Nursing. Physical Therapist Assistant ProgramThe Physical Therapist Assistant program at Concorde Career Institute-- Jacksonville is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical

Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA 22314; telephone 703-706-3245; email [email protected]; website: www.capteonline.org.Respiratory Therapy Program The Respiratory Therapy program, Jacksonville, Florida, is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com). Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care, 1248 Harwood Road, Bedford, TX 76021-4244, (817) 283-2835.Surgical Technologist ProgramAccredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756, (727) 210-2350, www.caahep.org, as recommended by the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA), 6 West Dry Creek Circle, Suite 110, Littleton, CO 80120, (303) 694-9262, www.arcstsa.org.

Miramar, FloridaDental Assistant ProgramApproved by the Florida State Board of Dentistry to certify dental assistant students in expanded duties and radiography.Nursing ProgramApproved by the Florida Department of Health Division of Medical Quality Insurance, Florida Board of Nursing. Pursuant to subsection 464.019 (6) (a) 2, F.S., Concorde Career Institute has been placed on probationary status until the program achieves a graduate passage rate that equals or exceeds the required passage rate for any one calendar year.Occupational Therapy Assistant ProgramThe Occupational Therapy Assistant program has received “FullAccreditation,” by the Accreditation Council for Occupational TherapyEducation (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association(AOTA), located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, Suite 200 Bethesda, MD 20814-3449. ACOTE’s telephone number c/o AOTA is (301) 652-AOTA. Their website is www.acoteonline.org.Patient Care Technician ProgramPursuant to rule 64B9-15.005(6), F.A.C., Concorde Career Institute has been placed on probationary status until the Patient Care Technician program achieves the required passage rate within one year of being placed on probation.Physical Therapist Assistant ProgramConcorde Career Institute has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association (1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA 22314; phone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]). Candidacy is not an accreditation status nor does it assure eventual accreditation. Candidate for Accreditation is a pre-accreditation status of affiliation with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education that indicates the program is progressing toward accreditation. Respiratory Therapy ProgramAccredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com). Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care, 1248 Harwood Road, Bedford, TX 76021-4244 (817) 283-2835.Surgical Technologist ProgramAccredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health EducationPrograms (CAAHEP), 1361 Park St., Clearwater, FL 33756, (727) 210-2350, www.caahep.org as recommended by the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA), 6 West Dry Creek Circle, Suite 110, Littleton, CO 80120, (303) 694-9262, www.arcstsaorg.

Orlando, FloridaNursing ProgramApproved by the Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical QualityInsurance, Florida Board of Nursing. Pursuant to subsection 464.019 (6) (a) 2, F.S., Concorde Career Institute has been placed on probationary status until the program achieves a graduate passage rate that equals or exceeds the required passage rate for any one calendar year Patient Care Technician ProgramPursuant to rule 64B9-15.005(6), F.A.C., Concorde Career Institute has been placed on probationary status until the Patient Care Technician program achieves a graduate passage rate that equals or exceeds the required passage rate within one year of being placed on probation. Respiratory Therapy Program The Respiratory Therapy program at Concorde Career Institute--Orlando holds Provisional Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com). This status signifies that a program that has been granted an Approval of Intent has demonstrated sufficient compliance to initiate a program in accordance with the Standards through

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the completion and submission of an acceptable Self Study Report (SSR) and other documentation required by the CoARC Board. The conferral of Provisional Accreditation denotes a new program that has made significant progress towards meeting the Standards of Accreditation. The program will remain on Provisional Accreditation until achieving Initial Accreditation. It is recognized by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) toward eligibility to the Respiratory Care Credentialing Examination(s). Enrolled students completing the program under Provisional Accreditation are considered graduates of a CoARC accredited program. Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care, 1248 Harwood Road, Bedford, TX 76021-4244, (817) 283-2835.Surgical Technologist ProgramThe Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs(CAAHEP), 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756, (727) 210-2350, www.caahep.org has awarded the status of initial accreditation as recommended by the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA), 6 West Dry Creek Circle, Suite 110, Littleton, CO 80120, (303) 694-9262, www.arcstsa.org.

Tampa, FloridaDental Assistant ProgramApproved by the Florida State Board of Dentistry to certify dental assistant students in expanded duties and radiography.Nursing ProgramApproved by the Florida Department of Health Division of Medical Quality Insurance, Florida Board of Nursing.Respiratory Therapy ProgramThe Respiratory Therapy program at Concorde Career Institute--Tampa holds Initial Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com).Surgical Technologist ProgramAccredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health EducationPrograms (CAAHEP), 1361 Park St., Clearwater, FL 33756, (727) 210-2350,www.caahep.org, as recommended by the Accreditation Review Council onEducation in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, 6 West Dry CreekCircle, Suite 110, Littleton, CO 80120, (303) 694-9262, www.arcstsa.org.

PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEESConcorde has active Program Advisory Committees comprised of qualified individuals who are employers or have been employed in the program areas offered. The functions of the Program Advisory Committees are as follows:

• Review the established curriculum of each program and comment as to its objectives, content, length, and adequacy of facilities and equipment;

• Review and comment on each new program, including the appropriateness of curriculum objectives, content, and length; and

• Review and comment on student completion, placement, and if required, state licensing examination outcomes of each program.

CAMPUS FACILITIESJacksonville, FloridaIn addition to administrative offices for faculty and staff, there are various laboratories and other facilities provided for students totaling over 47,000 square feet of space.

Miramar, FloridaThe campus occupies 33,141 square feet of space. Instructional areas are equipped with the type of equipment found in area medical and dental offices, clinics, laboratories, and hospitals.

Orlando, FloridaIn addition to administrative offices for faculty and staff, there are various laboratories and other facilities provided for students totaling over 32,000 square feet of space.

Tampa, FloridaThe campus occupies over 17,200 square feet of space. Instructional areas are equipped with the type of equipment found in medical and dental offices, clinics, laboratories, and hospitals.

GENERAL FACILITIESAmong the various classrooms, laboratories, and other facilities provided for students are (varies by location/program):a dental laboratory equipped with workstations used for preparation of models and other dental lab work;a dental X-ray laboratory equipped for the processing of dental X-rays;medical labs equipped with computers, examining rooms, labs and microscope benches;

a medical X-ray laboratory equipped with active X-ray equipment;an X-ray dark room equipped for the processing of medical X-rays;occupational therapy laboratory space replicates an apartment setting in order for students to practice various life skill functions; mannequin and equipment found in hospitals, nursing homes, and other healthcare organizations;a pharmacy technician laboratory equipped with computers, pharmacy software, horizontal laminars, IV flow hoods, cash register, compounding scales, and unit dose cart;a physical therapy lab equipped with treatment tables, exercise equipment, ambulation devices, and modality units;a nursing skills lab equipped with patient care equipment;a respiratory therapy laboratory lab equipped with ventilators and other related equipment;a surgical technologist laboratory equipped with simulated operating room and scrub area;Computer labs equipped with Microsoft® Windows, Microsoft® Office, office management software, and equipment for self-paced keyboarding and typing;a student library providing a quiet area where students may refer to various publications, journals, and other technical manuals and use computers to access the Internet for research; anda student lounge providing an area where students may relax before and after classes, or during class breaks.

EQUIPMENTEquipment and instruments are available to instruct students in the skills they will need in their chosen careers. Concorde students acquire knowledge and technical skills through demonstrations, actual operation of equipment, and the practice of techniques. Among the major items of equipment available to students are the following (by program):Dental Assistant ProgramThis program offers fully equipped, fully functional dental operatories with dental X-ray units, panoramic X-ray, complete darkroom facilities, amalgamators and X-ray mannequins. In addition, it has a dental lab complete with lathe, model-trimmers, bench engine, vibrators, sterilization equipment, scutan (for fabrication of temporary crowns), visible curing illuminator light, and dental chairs. Computer systems and miscellaneous teaching aids are also available.Health Information Technology ProgramEquipped with computer labs with Microsoft Office installed and other miscellaneous teaching aids.Medical Assistant ProgramThe equipment for this program includes stethoscopes, a glucometer, sphygmomanometers, examination and treatment tables, simulated examination rooms, autoclaves, an otoscope, an ophthalmoscope, electrocardiogram machines, microscopes, centrifuges, teaching mannequins, computer systems, and other miscellaneous teaching aids.Medical Office Administration ProgramEquipment for this program includes computer systems with Medical Manager® software and miscellaneous teaching aids.Neurodiagnostic Technology ProgramA comprehensive laboratory equipped with digital electroencephalographicmachines, nerve conduction and electromyography machines, evoked potential machines, continuous positive airway pressure machines with humidifiers and masks, pulse oximetry, oxygen devices (cannulas and masks), various types of recording electrodes and application tools, air pump, video and auditory monitoring equipment, plus a library complete with Neurodiagnostic- and Polysomnographic-related medical journals, texts, and audiovisual equipment.Nursing ProgramsThe Nursing program is equipped with atheters, nasogastric tubes, needles, syringes, suction machine, a wheel chair, stethoscopes, sphygmomanometers, an electronic thermometer, an opthalmoscope, an otoscope, simulated patient units, hospital beds, teaching mannequins and models, drug cart, hoyer lift, gurney, EKG machine, walkers, canes, glucometers, feeding pump, bedside commode, Noelle Maternal Birthing simulated mannequin, and other miscellaneous equipment.Occupational Therapy Assistant ProgramAssessment and treatment devices covering the lifespan of COTA’s clientele are found in the OTA lab, featuring a furnished apartment for training ADL (activities of daily living). The equipment used involves fine motor, gross motor, and perceptual motor activities for assessment and training purposes. Additional equipment includes mobility, adaptive/assistive devices, splinting materials, and positioning tools. An industrial work station, as well as

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therapeutic strengthening and exercise equipment, are available in the lab for additional training.Patient Care Technician ProgramThe equipment for this program includes electric hospital beds, over-bed tables, hospital recliner, wheelchairs, walkers, bedside commodes, I.V. stands, nursing skills mannequins, linen, and other supplies and equipment found in a hospital patient unit. Pharmacy Technician ProgramThe laboratory includes horizontal laminar airflow hoods and a gowning area where students may scrub and dress in appropriate attire. The retail laboratory is stocked with a supply of OTC medications, computer software for dispensing medications, and a separate computer laboratory where students learn pharmacy-specific computer skills. Students use the Pharmacy Automated Compounding Education Program (PACE). Physical Therapist Assistant ProgramEquipment may include treatment tables, electromagnetic and electrical stimulation, biofeedback, ultrasound, traction, thermal and non-thermal modalities as well as other adaptive modalities. Therapeutic exercise equipment may include a treadmill, a bicycle, an upper body ergometer, parallel bars, exercise balls, free weights, balance boards and other devices which promote fine and gross motor skills. Assistive devices may include wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, canes, and orthotics/braces. Assessment equipment may include stethoscopes, goniometers, postural screening boards, pulse oximeters, spirometers, and other teaching aids.Respiratory Therapy Program The equipment for this program includes oxygen devices, aerosol/humidity devices, mechanical ventilators, lung expansion devices, airway maintenance devices, ancillary equipment, and a library complete with respiratory and respiratory-related medical journals, texts, and audiovisual equipment.Surgical Technologist ProgramA lab equipped with operating room tables, back table, mayo stands, prep table, simulated autoclave, overhead operating surgery lights, anesthesia machines, medical and surgical supply disposal, scrub sinks, IV stands, operating room stretcher, and basic surgical instruments.Audiovisual AidsThe school is also equipped with charts, films, models, and various other materials to supplement and illustrate lectures and demonstrations. Audiovisual equipment includes overhead projectors, white boards, video cassette players, a camcorder, televisions, Boxlight® projectors for PowerPoint® presentations, and DVD players.

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DENTAL ASSISTANT

Program OverviewThe Dental Assistant program provides students with sufficient theoretical knowledge and practical skills to perform efficiently in a professional capacity in an entry-level position. This program includes courses covering management skills, appointment scheduling, laboratory procedures, maintenance of patient records, chairside assistance, instructing patients in proper oral hygiene, and assisting in the selection, placement, and removal of rubber dam, sutures, and periodontal packs. Program Objectives• To provide a learning atmosphere that is similar to an actual working atmosphere and provide experience in the clinical area to correlate with classroom instruction.• To provide experience in the clinical area to correlate with classroom instruction.• To provide the education and skills needed to pass a national registry exam, if needed.• To instill in the student a sense of professionalism in behavior, attitude, and dress.• To ensure graduates are eligible to sit for the Dental Assisting National Board.

Georgia residents who graduate from the program and practice in Georgia will not be permitted to practice some duties taught in the program due to differences in scope of practice for Dental Assistants in Georgia. Students are encouraged to request a copy of the current laws/rules governing the practice of dentistry in the state of Georgia.Skills ProficiencyStudents must be able to perform certain skills to work as a Dental Assistant. These skills are learned in the lab portion of the program. The classroom portion of the program is divided into one-half lecture and theory, and one-half lab, which is where practical application of theory is performed. The instructor evaluates every lab experiment or practical work. Hands-on instruction with the actual tools of the trade quickly facilitates the transfer from theory to practice. Students will perform certain activities on each other. All students must participate. All students must take and pass a clinical skills test before being released for their externship.CPR CertificationTo be eligible for American Heart Association (AHA) certification, students must attend all four hours of CPR lecture and pass practical check-offs and a written exam. A student who is tardy or misses a lecture must repeat the lecture, even if the student passes the check-offs and written exam. If CPR is offered during another shift in the same term, the student may attend that lecture. If not offered during that term, the student will receive an incomplete for the course until the lecture is repeated. AHA requires that students pass the CPR written test with a grade of at least 86%. If below 86%, they may retake the exam once. The original test score will be used to calculate the course grade. If the test is retaken and failed a second time, the student must repeat the entire week of CPR instruction. If a student is absent for the entire week, it is his or her responsibility to contact the instructor to find an appropriate session/class to attend. If the student does not do so, he or she may not graduate.

Jacksonville Dental Assistant Courses:

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Externship Hours Semester Credit HoursDA110C2 Introduction to Dental Assisting 40 48 3.50DA120C2 Preventative Dentistry 40 48 3.50DA130C2 Dental Radiology 40 48 3.50DA140C2 Restorative Dentistry 40 48 3.50

DA150C2 Oral Surgical Procedures 40 48 3.50

DA160C2 Specialized Dentistry 40 48 3.50DA200E Dental Assistant Externship 240 5.00

Subtotals 240 288 240 26.00

Total Hours (Theory/Lab/Clinical): 768

Total Instructional Weeks: 30Credential Earned: Diploma

Miramar Dental Assistant Courses:

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Externship Hours Semester Credit HoursDA110D2 Basic Sciences & Infection Control 40 48 3.50DA120D2 Introduction to Dentistry & CPR 40 48 3.50DA130D2 Dental Instrumentation/Business Office Management 40 48 3.50DA140D2 Dental Radiology/Clinical Procedures 40 48 3.50

DA150D2 Advanced Dental Procedures I 40 48 3.50

DA160D2 Advanced Dental Procedures II 40 48 3.50DA200E Externship 240 5.00

Subtotals 240 288 240 26.00Total Hours (Theory/Lab/Clinical): 768Total Instructional Weeks: 30

Credential Earned: Diploma

Orlando Dental Assistant Courses:

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Externship Hours Semester Credit HoursDA110E2 Introduction to Dental Assisting 40 48 3.50DA120E2 Dental Specialties/Procedures/Disease Processes/Coronal 40 48 3.50DA130E2 Patient Care and Dental Practice Management 40 48 3.50

DA140E2 Dental Materials 40 48 3.50

DA150E2 Diagnostic Procedures/Nutrition/Orthodontics 40 48 3.50

DA160E2 Dental Radiology 40 48 3.50DA200E Externship 240 5.00

Subtotals 288 240 26.00Total Hours (Theory/Lab/Clinical): 768Total Instructional Weeks: 30


Programs of Study (Varies by location)

Dental Assistant program offered at the following locations: Jacksonville, Miramar, Orlando, Tampa

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Tampa Dental Assistant Courses:

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Externship Hours Semester Credit HoursDA110F2 Anatomy, Physiology & Medical Emergencies 40 48 3.50

DA120F2 Chairside Assisting, Oral Pathology & Histomorphology 40 48 3.50

DA130F2 Removable Prosthodontics, Oral Surgery & Pharmacology 40 48 3.50

DA140F2 Dental Radiography, Endodontics and Pedodontics 40 48 3.50

DA150F2 Preventative Dentistry, Periodontics & Fixed Prothodontics 40 48 3.50

DA160F2 Dental Materials & Operative Dentistry 40 48 3.50DA200E Externship 240 5.00

Subtotals 240 288 240 26.00

Total Hours (Theory/Lab/Clinical): 768

Total Instructional Weeks: 30


MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Program OverviewThe duties of a Medical Assistant are important, varied, and interesting. Whether in a physician’s office, a clinic, or hospital-owned physician network, the Medical Assistant performs many services on the physician’s behalf. These may include admissions work, preparing the patient for examination or treatment, operating diagnostic equipment, and performing diagnostic procedures. The Medical Assistant is also responsible for the patient’s medical records and insurance forms as well as for scheduling appointments and maintaining medical records for the physician.Program ObjectivesUpon completion of the Medical Assistant program, the student will possess the knowledge and skills required in the areas of anatomy, physiology, pathology, the body systems, medical terminology, medical front office procedures, venipuncture, laboratory diagnostic procedures, EKG, and administration of parenteral medications to function successfully in an entry-level position as a Medical Assistant in a clinic or physician’s office.

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Externship Hours Semester Credit HoursMDCA1310 Fundamentals of Medical Assisting 40 48 3.50MDCA1320 Administrative & Front Office 40 48 3.50MDCA1330 Health & Disease I 40 48 3.50MDCA1340 Health & Disease II 40 48 3.50MDCA1350 Clinical Laboratory I 40 48 3.50MDCA1360 Clinical Laboratory II 40 48 3.50MDCA1570 Externship 240 5.00

Subtotals 240 288 240 26.00Total Hours (Theory/Lab/Clinical): 768Total Instructional Weeks: 30Credential Earned: Diploma

Medical Assistant program offered at the following locations: Jacksonville, Miramar, Orlando, Tampa

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MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

Program Overview The Medical Office Administration (MOA) program is a generalist program that equips graduates with the skills necessary to function in a wide range of medical office, business, and financial settings. Specific skills include accounts receivable and payable, billing and fee collection, payroll and taxes, records management, insurance claims processing, insurance coding, typing and word processing, medical terminology, anatomy, oral and written communications, and public relations.Program PurposeThe program provides sufficient theoretical knowledge and practical skills to function successfully in entry-level positions. It prepares students for the American Academy of Professionals Coders certification test. Students focus on computer skills, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, medical office procedures, psychosocial skills, office procedures, insurance, and ancillary coding procedures with continuous practice in school labs, with an intensive externship at a participating provider.Program Objectives• To prepare students with sufficient theoretical knowledge to secure entry-level employment in medical office positions.• To prepare students with sufficient theoretical knowledge to secure entry-level employment in medical office positions.• To provide a learning atmosphere that is similar to an actual working atmosphere and experience in the clinical area to correlate with classroom instruction.• To instill a sense of professionalism in behavior, attitude, and dress and foster a basic work ethic that will enhance professionalism and skills in work performance.

Skills ProficiencyStudents must perform certain skills to work as in a medical office position and be proficient in program work. Keyboarding/10-key lessons are designed to enable the student to perform at an acceptable rate. Hands-on instruction with tools of the trade quickly facilitates the transfer from theory to practice. All students must participate.

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Externship Hours Semester Credit HoursPOFM1310 Medical Office Procedures 40 48 3.50POFM1320 Computer Applications 40 48 3.50POFM1330 Medical Terminology & Communications 40 48 3.50POFM1340 Medical Insurance Claims Processing 40 48 3.50POFM1350 Medical Insurance Coding 40 48 3.50POFM1360 Medical Office Applications 40 48 3.50POFM1570 Externship 240 5.00


NURSING

Program OverviewThe Nursing program prepares students for entry-level registered nurse positions. Successful completion of the Nursing program leads to the award of an Associate in Science degree and permits the graduate to apply to take the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses® (NCLEX-RN) and to the State Board of Nursing for licensure. Licensure may be denied by the Board of Nursing for reasons that include, but are not limited to, fraud/deceit in making application, felony or misdemeanor convictions, issues with drugs or alcohol, or charges pending in any state.*Applicants who pass the NCLEX-PN exam and hold an active, unrestricted license for PN will be awarded credit for ASN100, ASN110, and ASN150 and instead must

take ASN180. Upon successful completion of ASN180, they will be awarded 16 credits and given credit for 105 theory hours, 90 lab hours, and 270 clinical hours.

Jacksonville Nursing Courses:

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Externship Hours Semester Credit HoursASN100 ** Foundations of Nursing 45 60 135 8.00ASN110** Pharmacology I 15 30 2.00ASN150** Medical Surgical I 45 135 6.00

ASN180 *** Transition to Professional Nursing 30 2.00ASN210 Pharmacology II 15 1.00ASN220 Health Assessment 15 30 45 3.00

ASN230**** Maternal Child Health 45 30 90 6.00ASN240 Medical Surgical II 45 135 6.00ASN250 Mental Health Nursing 30 45 3.00ASN260 Community Health Nursing 15 1.00ASN270 Medical Surgical III 45 135 6.00

ASN280 Professional Nursing Roles 30 90 4.00

ASN290 NCLEX Review 7.5 0.50BIOL1330 Microbiology 45 3.00BIOL1410 Anatomy & Physiology I 30 30 3.00BIOL1420 Anatomy & Physiology II 15 30 2.00

CHEM1310 Chemistry 45 3.00

COMM1310 Elements of Human Communication 45 3.00ENGL1310 English Composition I 45 3.00MATH1320 College Algebra 45 3.00NUTR1310 Nutrition 45 3.00PSYC1320 Human Growth and Development 45 3.00SOCL1310 Sociology 45 3.00

Medical Office Administration program offered at the following locations: Jacksonville, Miramar, Orlando, Tampa

Nursing program offered at the following locations: Jacksonville, Miramar, Orlando, Tampa

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Subtotals 757.5 210 810 75.50Total Hours (Theory/Lab/Clinical): 1,777.5Total Instructional Weeks: 70Credential Earned: Associate in Science degree

*Terms are 10 instructional weeks each. **An applicant who has passed the (NCLEX-PN) and holds an active, unrestricted license for practical nursing may be admitted as a bridge student and be awarded academic credit for ASN100, Foundations of Nursing; ASN110, Pharmacology 1; and ASN150, Medical Surgical I. ***ASN 180, Transitions to Professional Nursing, is a required course for all bridge students. Upon successful completion of ASN 180, 14 credit hours (75 theory, 90 lab, 270 clinical) will be awarded.

Miramar, Orlando, and Tampa Nursing Courses:

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Clinical Hours Semester Credit HoursASN100 ** Foundations of Nursing 45 60 135 8.00ASN110** Pharmacology I 15 30 2.00ASN150** Medical Surgical I 45 135 6.00

ASN180 *** Transition to Professional Nursing 30 2.00ASN210 Pharmacology II 15 1.00ASN220 Health Assessment 15 30 2.00

ASN230**** Maternal Child Health 45 15 68 5.00ASN240 Medical Surgical II 45 135 6.00ASN250 Mental Health Nursing 30 45 3.00ASN270 Medical Surgical III 45 135 6.00ASN280 Professional Nursing Roles 30 90 4.00

BIOL1330 Microbiology 45 3.00

BIOL1410 Anatomy & Physiology I 30 30 3.00BIOL1420 Anatomy & Physiology II 15 30 2.00

CHEM1310 Chemistry 45 3.00COMM1310 Elements of Human Communication 45 3.00ENGL1310 English Composition I 45 3.00MATH1320 College Algebra 45 3.00NUTR1310 Nutrition 45 3.00PSYC1320 Human Growth and Development 45 3.00SOCI1310 Sociology 45 3.00

Subtotals 735 195 743 72.00Total Hours (Theory/Lab/Clinical): 1,673Total Instructional Weeks: 70Credential Earned: Associate in Science degree

*ASN180 Transition to Professional Nursing 30 2.00

*Terms are 10 instructional weeks each.**An applicant who has passed the (NCLEX-PN) and holds an active, unrestricted license for practical nursing may be admitted as a bridge student and be awarded academic credit for ASN100, Foundations of Nursing; ASN110, Pharmacology 1; and ASN150, Medical Surgical I. ***ASN 180, Transitions to Professional Nursing, is a required course of all bridge students. Upon successful completion of ASN 180, 14 credit hours (75 theory, 90 lab, 270 clinical) will be awarded. ****The clinical hours for ASN230 are divided into 56 clinical practice hours plus 12 clinical simulation hours.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Program OverviewOccupational Therapy Practitioners work with clients of all ages and diagnoses. The goal of occupational therapy intervention is to increase the ability of the client to participate in everyday activities, including feeding, dressing, bathing, leisure, work, education, and social participation. The Occupational Therapy Practitioner interacts with a client to assess existing performance, set therapeutic goals, develop a plan, and implement intervention to enable the client to function better in his or her world. Occupational Therapy Assistants provide quality occupational therapy services to assigned individuals, under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist. Occupational Therapy Practitioners work in hospitals, clinics, schools, client homes, community settings, even prisons. Acute-care settings provide care immediately after trauma and typically involve short hospital stays. Rehabilitation settings provide longer-term care and intensive therapy from a variety of professionals. Occupational Therapy Practitioners consult with other team members, who may include physicians, physical or speech therapists, social workers, nutritionists, case managers, nurses, educators, and family members. Some practitioners consult or work in the workplace or in specialty settings, such as assistive technology centers. Occupational Therapy Assistant graduates from an educational program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) are eligible to sit for the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) OTA Certification Examination. After successful completion of the NBCOT examination for the Occupational Therapy Assistant, the graduate will be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). Licensure is required within the state where the COTA will practice. Most states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT (OTA) Certification Examination. Note that a felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT (OTA) Certification Examination or to attain state licensure.Program MissionThe Occupational Therapy Assistant program is dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment. At Concorde, the student can acquire theoretical knowledge, technical skills, and professional behaviors that provide graduates with the expertise needed to practice in settings where occupational therapy is currently established, and where it is emerging as a service. The program is committed to quality performance, continuous improvement, and student-centered support. In working with professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and the community, information is gathered to maintain the highest practical and clinical standards. The high-caliber faculty, equipment, facilities, and fieldwork sites, reflect the quality of education that will be provided, along with the organization’s commitment to the profession. Program and student outcomes have been established that reflect the mission and vision of both Concorde Career Institute and the Occupational Therapy Assistant program as outlined by AOTA. Upon completion of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program, graduates will have met the established student outcomes and demonstrated competency and proficiency in appropriate knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for entry-level practice.

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Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Clinical Hours Semester Credit HoursMATH1320 College Algebra 45 3.00ENG1310 English Composition I 45 3.00

COMM1310 Elements of Human Communication 45 3.00

PSYC1310 General Psychology 45 3.00PSYC1320 Human Growth & Development 45 3.00SOCI1310 Introduction to Sociology 45 3.00BIO1310 Anatomy & Physiology I 45 3.00BIO1320 Anatomy & Physiology II 45 3.00OTA100 Occupational Therapy Service Delivery Systems 15 1.00OTA101 Introduction to Occupational Therapy 45 3.00OTA102 Introduction to Occupational Therapy Lab 60 2.00OTA103 Functional & Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology 45 3.00OTA104 Functional & Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology Lab 60 2.00OTA105 Clinical Conditions I 45 3.00OTA106 Therapeutic Media 15 1.00OTA107 Therapeutic Media Lab 30 1.00OTA108 Analysis of Physical Performance 30 2.00OTA109 Occupational Therapy Skills I 30 2.00OTA110 Occupational Therapy Skills I Lab 30 1.00OTA200 Clinical Conditions II 45 3.00OTA201 Fieldwork Seminar 15 1.00OTA202 Occupational Therapy Skills II 45 3.00OTA203 Occupational Therapy Skills II Lab 90 3.00OTA204 Occupational Therapy Skills III 45 3.00OTA205 Occupational Therapy Skills III Lab 60 2.00OTA206 Fieldwork Level I Clinical 120 2.50OTA207 Occupational Therapy Concepts 15 1.00

OTA208 Occupational Therapy Concepts Lab 30 1.00

OTA209 Fieldwork Level II Clinical A 320 7.00OTA210 Fieldwork Level II Clinical B 320 7.00OTA211 Occupational Therapy Transitions 30 2.00OTA220 Pharmacology 15 1.00


PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN

Program Overview The well-trained Patient Care Technician is a valuable member of the healthcare team. This individual brings a thorough grounding in interpersonal communications, medical terminology, and issues relating to human health and safety, along with an understanding of the legal and ethical responsibilities of the healthcare providers. The Patient Care Technician graduate will possess entry-level skills that can be used in both patient care, acute, and long-term-care settings. Employment opportunities in this field may be found in a wide variety of settings. Students receive maximum personal attention in classes limited to 24 students.

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Clinical Hours Semester Credit HoursNUPC1310 Health Careers Core 40 40 3.00NUPC1320 Nursing Assistant / Home Health Aide 40 40 3.00NUPC1330 Advanced Patient Care Skills 40 40 3.00NUPC1340 Patient Care Technician Clinical Skills (Phlebotomy) 40 40 3.00NUPC1350 Patient Care Technician Clinical Skills (EKG) 40 40 3.00NUPC1260 Patient Care Technician Clinical 100 2.00


PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Program OverviewA properly trained Pharmacy Technician is a valuable asset in hospital, home healthcare, and retail environments. The Pharmacy Technician quite often assumes a central role in the compounding and delivery of drug products and in maintaining records. In addition, the Pharmacy Technician acts as an intermediary between the doctor and the pharmacist and between the pharmacist and the patient. Pharmacy Technicians play an important role in an area where accuracy and responsibility combined with compassion and empathy are of paramount

Patient Care Technician program offered at the following locations: Jacksonville, Miramar, Orlando, Tampa

Pharmacy Technician program offered at the following locations: Miramar, Orlando, Tampa

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importance, and they can be proud of their special abilities and knowledge.Program MissionThe mission of the Pharmacy Technician program is to equip students with the necessary practical skills and theoretical knowledge to be successful in an entry-level position as a Pharmacy Technician. In addition, the program will prepare the graduate to sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination.

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Clinical Hours Semester Credit HoursPT101 Introduction to Pharmacy Technician 76.5 43.5 5.00PT102 Pharmacy Calculations 120 5.50PT201 Pharmacology 120 5.50PT202 Pharmacy Practice 21 99 4.50

PT301 Ambulatory Externship 160 3.50

PT302 Institutional Externship 160 3.50

Subtotals 337.5 142.5 320 27.50Total Hours (Theory/Lab/Clinical): 800Total Instructional Weeks: 36Credential Earned: Diploma

PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Program OverviewPhysical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) work as part of a team to provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. PTAs implement selected components of patient/client interventions (treatment), obtain data related to the interventions provided, and make modifications in selected interventions either to progress the patient/client as directed by the Physical Therapist or to ensure patient/client safety and comfort. PTAs help people of all ages who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their ability to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. PTAs work in a variety of settings including hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, private practices, outpatient clinics, home health, skilled nursing facilities, schools, sports facilities, and more. PTAs provide a variety of physical therapy techniques as they carry out the Physical Therapist’s plan of care for the patient, including therapeutic exercise, functional training, deep soft tissue massage, and physical modalities such as electrotherapy and ultrasound. PTAs may also assist the physical therapist by working with individuals to prevent loss of mobility by implementing fitness- and wellness-oriented programs for healthier and more active lifestyles. To work as a PTA, an individual must graduate with an associate degree from a PTA program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). Graduates must pass the national examination for licensing/certification/regulation in most states to be eligible to work. Other requirements vary from state to state according to physical therapy practice acts or state regulations governing physical therapy.Program ObjectivesThe purpose of the program is to graduate knowledgeable, competent, self-assured, adaptable, and service-oriented patient/client care providers. PTA education prepares the graduate to perform selected components of intervention and data collection and assess the patient’s/client’s safety and response to the interventions provided under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist in an ethical, legal, safe, and effective manner. Additionally, graduates of the program must be prepared to communicate with other members of the health care delivery team; interact with members of the patient’s/client’s family and caregivers; and work cooperatively with other health care providers. Graduates are prepared to participate with the physical therapist in teaching other health care providers and providing psychosocial support for patients/clients and their families and caregivers with recognition of individual, cultural, and economic differences.Program MissionThe mission is to provide a supportive learning environment in which students can acquire theoretical knowledge, technical skills, and professional behaviors to become a contributing member of the health community. The program strives to instill personal growth, professional commitment, and community involvement. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) (Physical Therapist Assistant Examination).Skill CompetencyThe Physical Therapist Assistant program has a unique testing policy that ensures student competency of skills necessary to progress in the program. See the Physical Therapist Assistant Student Handbook for the Minimum Competence & Program Continuation policies..

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Clinical Hours Semester Credit HoursBIOL 1310 Anatomy & Physiology I 45 3.00ENGL 1310 English Composition I 45 3.00

COMM 1310 Elements of Human Communication 45 3.00PSYC 1310 General Psychology 45 3.00MATH 1310 College Algebra 45 3.00PSYC 1320 Human Growth & Development 45 3.00BIOL 1320 Anatomy & Physiology II 45 3.00PTAP 1300 Introduction to Physical Therapy 45 3.00PTAP 1210 Patient Care Skills 30 2.00PTAP 1211 Patient Care Skills Lab 60 2.00PTAP 1400 Functional & Applied Anatomy 60 4.00PTAP 1201 Functional & Applied Anatomy Lab 60 2.00PTAP 1240 Modalities 30 2.00PTAP 1241 Modalities Lab 45 1.50PTAP 1350 Pathology for the Physical Therapist Assistant 45 3.00PTAP 1320 Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation 45 3.00PTAP 1221 Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Lab 60 2.00PTAP 2400 Neuromuscular Rehabilitation 60 4.0PTAP 2201 Neuromuscular Rehabilitation Lab 75 2.5PTAP 2210 Rehabilitation Through the Lifespan 30 2.0PTAP 2220 Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation 30 2.00PTAP 2121 Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Lab 30 1.00

PTAP 2525 Clinical Experience I 240 5.00

PTAP 2230 Rehabilitation for Specialized Disorders 30 2.00PTAP 2131 Rehabilitation for Specialized Disorders 30 1.00PTAP 2535 Clinical Experience II 240 5.00

Physical Therapist Assistant program offered at the following locations: Jacksonville, Miramar

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PTAP 2545 Clinical Experience III-last 6 weeks 240 5.00PTAP 2340 Special Topics for the Physical Therapist Assistant-first 4 weeks 45 3.00

Subtotals 765 360 720 78.00Total Hours (Theory/Lab/Clinical): 1,845Total Instructional Weeks: 80Credential Earned: Associate of Science degree

PRACTICAL NURSING

Program OverviewAs a vital member of the healthcare team, the Practical Nurse combines nursing skill with human understanding to care for both chronically and acutely ill patients in a variety of settings.Program ObjectivesThe objective of this program is to prepare the student with sufficient theoretical knowledge and specialized practical skills to qualify for an entry-level position as a member of the nursing staff in an acute care hospital, extended-care facility, physician’s office, or other healthcare agency.Post-GraduateIV101 Intravenous Therapy is offered to students who have successfully completed the approved, pre-licensure Practical Nursing program. The course will be offered at no additional cost to the graduate of the Practical Nursing program.

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Clinical Hours Semester Credit HoursPVN101H Personal & Practical Vocational Concepts 45 2.00PVN102H Foundations of Nursing 45 2.00PVN103H Foundations of Nursing-Skills 120 4.00PVN104H College Mathematics 45 2.00PVN105H Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology 45 2.00PVN106H Pharmacology 45 2.00PVN121H Introduction to Medical-Surgical 45 45 48 4.50PVN122H Nutrition 45 2.00PVN123H Mental Health Nursing Care 15 24 1.00PVN124H Integumentary Nursing Care 24 32 1.50PVN131H Cardiovascular Nursing Care 30 48 2.00PVN132H Respiratory Nursing Care 30 48 2.00PVN133H Human Growth & Development 45 2.00PVN134H Genito-Urinary Nursing Care 24 32 1.50PVN135H MusculoSkeletal Nursing Care 24 40 2.00PVN140H Gastrointestinal Nursing Care 30 32 2.00PVN141H Neuro-Sensory Nursing Care 30 48 2.00PVN142H Endocrine Nursing Care 30 32 2.00PVN143H Immune System & Oncology Nursing Care 30 24 1.50PVN144H Community Health Nursing Care 15 32 1.00PVN150H Maternal & Child Health Nursing Care 30 30 96 4.50PVN151H Leadership 15 24 1.00PVN153H Reproductive Nursing Care 30 45 2.00PVN154H NCLEX Review 16 0.50PVN155H Professional Development 15 15 1.00

Subtotals 748 210 605 50.00Total Hours (Theory/Lab/Clinical): 1,563Total Instructional Weeks: 50Credential Earned: Diploma

RESPIRATORY THERAPY

Program OverviewThe respiratory care profession has a bright future with a great deal of job security and opportunity for advancement. The need for Respiratory Therapists is expected to grow faster than the national average for all job growth. Currently, there is a shortage of respiratory care professionals across the country and the demand will grow as the elderly population increases. The Respiratory Therapist will be needed in hospitals, clinics, skilled nursing facilities, diagnostic labs, and home care. An Associate in Science degree will be issued upon successful completion of the program. Individuals interested in respiratory therapy are encouraged to be certain that this is the right career field for them. A clear understanding and a thoughtful decision process are critical to the student’s success. This is an ACCELERATED program that will demand a serious focus and a dedication of much time and energy. Candidates for this program must be a caring individual. The Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) deals with patients of all ages who may be gravely injured or ill. The RCP is among the first on the medical team called to provide treatment in cardiopulmonary emergencies. The RCP also cares for patients in all aspects of their treatment and recovery. It is therefore essential that students in this program be sensitive to the needs of those who have serious physical, mental, or psychological impairments. The RCP must also be able to cope with emergencies and work well as a member of the healthcare team.Program MissionThe purpose of the Respiratory Therapy program is to provide the student with the theoretical knowledge, language skills, technical skills, and professional attributes required to obtain entry-level positions in the field of respiratory care. Graduates of this program will be eligible to sit for the Certified Respiratory

Practical Nursing program offered at the following locations: Jacksonville

Respiratory Therapy program offered at the following locations: Jacksonville, Miramar, Orlando, Tampa

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Therapist (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) examinations of the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).Program Objectives• To provide a learning environment that correlates well with the actual work place, and clinical experience that correlates with classroom instruction;• To instill in the student a sense of professional behavior, attitude, and dress consistent with medical standards;• To provide the student with entry-level knowledge and skills in the field of respiratory care; and• To prepare students for advanced level competency as Respiratory Therapists and supply competent Respiratory Therapists to the national work pool.

Program RequirementsSuccessful completion of general education courses with a minimum grade of “C” or better in each course is required before entering the occupational portion of the program, which is offered sequentially. Skills ProficiencyStudents must be able to perform certain procedures and skills to work as Respiratory Care Practitioners. These are learned in the school’s clinical laboratory and at hospital clinical sites under the direct supervision and evaluation of a preceptor. All students must participate. All students must take and pass pre-clinical written and oral examinations prior to advancing to the clinical portion of the program.CPR CertificationTo be eligible for American Heart Association (AHA) certification, students must attend all four hours of CPR lecture and pass practical check-offs and a written exam. A student who is tardy or misses a lecture must repeat the lecture, even if the student passes the check-offs and written exam. If CPR is offered during another shift in the same term, the student may attend that lecture. If not offered during that term, the student will receive an incomplete for the course until the lecture is repeated. AHA requires that students pass the CPR written test with a grade of at least 86%. If below 86%, they may retake the exam once. The original test score will be used to calculate the course grade. If the test is retaken and failed a second time, the student must repeat the entire week of CPR instruction. If a student is absent for the entire week, it is his or her responsibility to contact the instructor to find an appropriate session/class to attend. If the student does not do so, he or she may not graduate.

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Clinical Hours Semester Credit HoursENGL1310 English Composition I 45 3.00CSCI1310 Computer Science 45 3.00BIOL1301 Anatomy & Physiology 45 3.00PHIL1310 Critical Thinking 45 3.00

MATH1320 College Algebra 45 3.00BIOL1330 Microbiology 45 3.00PSYC1310 General Psychology 45 3.00

COMM1310 Elements of Human Communication 45 3.00RT210 Introduction to & Applied Respiratory Therapeutics 180 60 12.00RT220 Clinical Medicine I 30 30 315 10.00RT230 Clinical Medicine II 30 30 315 10.00RT240 Clinical Specialty Areas/Comprehensive Review 75 30 180 10.00RT250 Advanced Clinical Review 100 40 90 10.00


SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST

Program MissionThe mission states that the Surgical Technologist program is designed to prepare graduates with the basic knowledge and fundamental practical/professional skills needed for employment as entry-level generalists in the field. The program combines academic studies in the classroom, hands-on laboratory instruction and clinical training in various surgical settings to prepare graduates who are eligible for employment in a variety of surgical settings.Clinical Case RequirementsSurgical Technologists must complete 120 total surgical procedures and 30 cases in General Surgery, 20 of which must be in the FIRST SCRUB ROLE. The remaining 90 cases must be completed in various surgical specialties, 60 of which must be in the FIRST SCRUB ROLE and evenly distributed among a minimum of 5 surgical specialties. Fifteen is the maximum number of cases that can be counted in any one surgical specialty. A maximum of 10 diagnostic endoscopy cases and 5 vaginal delivery cases can be counted toward the maximum number of SECOND SCRUB ROLE cases. These are requirements of the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technology (6th Ed.).Program OutcomeTo prepare competent entry-level Surgical Technologists in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains.Program GoalsCognitive Domain The student will:

a. Grasp concepts of human anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, microbiology and infectious process, and recognize their relationship to safe patient care;

b. Understand the principles of safe patient care in the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative settings; andc. Recognize the interdependent role of the Surgical Technologist with the other team members and ancillary services providers.

Psychomotor Domain The student will:a. Develop and apply fundamental surgical assisting skills through practice and evaluation in the clinical setting;b. Accurately apply the principles of asepsis across the spectrum of common surgical experiences; andc. Employ the Standard Precautions and other recognized safe practice guidelines in every surgical setting.

Affective Domain The student will:a. Recognize the variety of patients’ needs and the impact of their personal, physical, emotional, and cultural experiences on the rendering of patient care;b. Demonstrate professional responsibility in performance, attitude, and personal conduct; andc. Practice within the confines of the recognized scope of practice within the healthcare community to provide optimal patient care.

Surgical Technologist program offered at the following locations: Jacksonville, Miramar, Orlando, Tampa

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Description of the ProfessionThe Surgical Technologist is a highly skilled and knowledgeable allied health professional who, as an essential member of the surgical team, works with surgeons, anesthesia providers, operating room nurses, and other professionals in providing safe care to the surgical patient. Surgical Technologists possess expertise in assisting surgeons in the safe and effective conduct of both major and minor surgical procedures in several specialty services and in a variety of surgical settings. Professional duties include aseptic technique, operating room environmental safety, equipment set-up, instrumentation, preparing medications, and directly assisting in the three phases of surgical patient care: preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative. The entry-level Surgical Technologist works in acute-care hospitals, outpatient surgery centers, surgical clinics, central sterile processing departments, birthing centers, and other health care settings throughout the United States.Program ObjectivesThe program is designed to prepare graduates with the basic knowledge and fundamental practical/professional skills needed for employment as entry level generalists in the field. It combines academic studies, hands-on laboratory instruction and clinical training in various surgical settings to prepare graduates who are eligible to sit for the National Certifying Examination for Surgical Technologists as sponsored by the Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). The program meets Standards and Guidelines for the Accreditation of Educational Programs in Surgical Technology as established by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and as required by the Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARCSTSA).Health ScreenEach student must satisfactorily pass a health screen for tuberculosis and attend an orientation on blood-borne pathogens and fulfill hepatitis B vaccination requirements.Program Summary: Terms 1–6 (weeks 1–36) are on-campus classroom and laboratory instruction for four hours per day, Monday—Friday. Terms 7–8 (weeks 37–48) are primarily off-campus clinical instruction for eight hours per day, Monday—Friday.

Surgical Technologist program offered at the following locations: Jacksonville, Miramar, Orlando, Tampa

Course # Course Title* Theory Hours Lab Hours Clinical Hours Semester Credit HoursST110 Basic Sciences I 108 12 5.50ST120 Basic Sciences II 120 5.50ST210 Principles of Surgical Technology—Surgical Techniques I Lab 72 48 5.00ST220 Asepsis—Surgical Techniques II Lab 72 48 5.00ST230 Principles of Surgical Assisting—Surgical Techniques III Lab 72 48 5.00ST240 Surgical Procedures—Surgical Techniques IV Lab 72 48 5.00ST310 Clinical Practice I 250 5.50ST320 Clinical Practice II 250 5.50

Subtotals 516 204 500 42.00Total Hours (Theory/Lab/Clinical): 1,220Total Instructional Weeks: 48Credential Earned: Diploma

CERTIFICATION FOR DENTAL RADIOGRAPHERSCourse ObjectiveTo prepare the student with sufficient theoretical knowledge to safely operate dental radiography equipment and pass the Florida State Board of Dentistry approved certification examination.Course DescriptionsThe course of study involves the fundamentals of Dental Radiography, safety, intra-oral radiography basics, the bisecting technique, the paralleling technique, extra-oral radiography, dental film types, and film processing.Entrance RequirementsApplicants must provide documentation showing at least three months of continuous experience assisting in radiology, under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist. This training must have occurred within the previous 12 months. Applicants must be currently working for a dentist and provide proper documentation that establishes their current position.Satisfactory Academic Progress PolicyParticipants are required to pass clinical or written examination(s), which adequately test competency in each subject area. Participants must obtain an average score of at least 70% out of a possible 100% on each exam.

Total Weeks 2Theory Hours 8

A CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE COURSE.

This program has been approved by the Florida Department of Health. It is not licensed by the Florida Department of Education, Commission for Independent Education or approved by ACCSC. This program is a continuing education program for Dental Assistant personnel.

EXPANDED DUTIES FOR DENTAL AUXILIARY PERSONNELCourse ObjectiveTo prepare students with sufficient theoretical knowledge and specialized skills to enable them to perform additional functions in assisting the dentist.Course DescriptionsThe course of study involves coronal polishing, alginate impressions, application and removal of periodontal dressing, sealant placement, base, liner and temporary restoration placement, matrice and wedge placement, amalgam polishing, rubber dam placement, and removal and fabrication of temporary crowns.Entrance RequirementsApplicants must submit documentation showing completion of one year of experience as a Dental Assistant under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist. Applicants must be currently working for a dentist and have documentation that establishes their current position. Applicants may substitute the one year of experience required by submitting proper documentation showing completion of an accredited dental assisting program.Satisfactory Academic Progress PolicyParticipants are required to pass clinical or written examinations that adequately test competency in each subject. Participants must obtain an average score of at least 70% out of a possible score of 100% on each exam.

Total Weeks 2Total Clock Hours 32Theory Hours 14Lab Hours 18

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A CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE COURSE.

This program has been approved by the Florida Department of Health. It is not licensed by the Florida Department of Education, Commission for Independent Education or approved by ACCSC. This program is a continuing education program for Dental Assistant personnel.

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Admissions

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTSProspective students are encouraged to review this catalog prior to signing an Enrollment Agreement. The school is open to all individuals who possess the sincere desire to train for career opportunities in the allied healthcare field. Applicants may be admitted provided they are high school graduates, have a high school equivalency diploma (GED), or state-issued certificate. Applicants must submit copies of high school transcripts, proof of high school graduation or proof of receipt of a GED prior to starting. Prospective students may be conditionally accepted contingent upon satisfaction of all admissions requirements and receipt of supporting documentation. Applicants under the age of 18 may be admitted provided they will be 18 by the scheduled start date of their externship/clinical. A parent, legal guardian, or spouse of legal age must co-sign the Enrollment Agreement. A health certificate, immunization records and the results of certain tests may be required for some programs. Applicants must be able to read, speak, and write English. All applicants must complete financial arrangements prior to starting class. All applicants must successfully complete the applicable entrance test(s).Social Security NumberAll applicants for admission must provide a social security card. Proof of a social security number is needed to be registered and certified by appropriate boards. Other documents may be required by some licensing agencies.Foreign StudentsApplicants for admission indicating that they graduated from a foreign high school and have the equivalent of a U.S. secondary education must present original credentials (diploma, transcript, etc.). Documentation from foreign countries must be translated and certified to be at least the equivalent of a high school diploma. Credentials will be reviewed for acceptance by the Academic Dean, who may request proof of equivalency. Copies will be made and maintained in the applicant’s file. This proof must be provided prior to class start.

ENROLLMENT PROCEDUREApplicants are encouraged to apply for admission as soon as they decide on an allied health career. To apply, an applicant may call for an interview appointment. Applicants outside the area may call or write requesting an appointment. The appointment time and date will be confirmed by telephone.Personal InterviewThe school requires a personal, on-campus interview with each applicant before acceptance into any program. The school encourages parents and spouses to attend the interview. This gives applicants and their families the opportunity to see the campus equipment and facilities and to ask specific questions relating to the school, the curriculum and the career training being considered, and gives the school the opportunity to meet prospective students and evaluate their qualifications and aptitude.Program Director InterviewPhysical Therapist Assistant applicants must interview with the Program Director prior to enrollment.The Physical Therapist Assistant Program Director interview weights previous academic performance, healthcare experience, and overall professional presentation. The outcome of the PTA Program Director interview is considered in ranking applicants.Application for EnrollmentThe following items must be completed at the time of application for enrollment:

• Personal data form;• Entrance testing;• A request for proof of high school graduation or its equivalent (GED);• The Enrollment Agreement and various disclosure forms; and• Payment of the registration fee or arrangements for payment prior to

orientation.Acceptance by SchoolOnce the completed Enrollment Agreement and the required items mentioned previously have been completed, the applicant will be informed of his or her acceptance/denial. If the school does not accept an applicant, all fees paid by the applicant to the school will be refunded.AlternatesDepending on circumstances, students may be conditionally accepted into related programs as an Alternate Student. Alternates are chosen based on the rank order of the waiting list. Waitlist applicants selected as an alternate must attend orientation and each of the first five days of scheduled class. Alternates are subject

to the requirements of the school catalog, including attendance, behavior, dress code, and classroom assignments. Should space become available within the five days, alternates have the opportunity to be accepted as a regular student. If not formally accepted as a regular student during the five days, alternates will not be able to attend further classes. If not accepted as a regular student, alternates will not incur any tuition charges. Alternates may be charged for books/equipment not returned in accordance with requirements of the school catalog and Enrollment Agreement.Alternates not accepted as a regular student have the option of transferring their enrollment to a future start date or canceling it.Distance EducationCurrently the college offers general education courses and select programs in the online environment. Students must be currently enrolled and meet the required eligibility to be considered for participation in online coursework.

ENTRANCE TEST REQUIREMENTSProspective students applying for admission that are high school graduates or hold a GED must meet the minimum test scores as follows:Jacksonville, Florida

Wonderlic/ARP Wonderlic Basic Skills TestDental Assistant N/A** 120Medical Office Administration N/A** 120Medical Assistant N/A** 120Patient Care Technician N/A** 120

Discover/TEAS VSurgical Technologist 17 N/ANursing 19 *Pharmacy Technician 10 *Physical Therapist Assistant 18 *Practical Nursing 17 *Respiratory Therapy 17 *Miramar, Florida

Wonderlic/ARP Wonderlic Basic Skills TestDental Assistant N/A** 120Medical Office Administration N/A** 120Medical Assistant N/A** 120Patient Care Technician N/A** 120

Discover/TEAS VSurgical Technologist 17 N/ANursing 17 *Pharmacy Technician 10 *Physical Therapist Assistant 18 *Occupational Therapy Assistant 18 *Respiratory Therapy 17 *

Orlando, FloridaWonderlic/ARP Wonderlic Basic Skills Test

Dental Assistant N/A** 120Medical Office Administration N/A** 120Medical Assistant N/A** 120Patient Care Technician N/A** 120

Discover/TEAS VSurgical Technologist 17 N/ANursing 17 *Pharmacy Technician 10 *Respiratory Therapy 17 *

Tampa, FloridaWonderlic/ARP Wonderlic Basic Skills Test

Dental Assistant N/A** 120Medical Office Administration N/A** 120Medical Assistant N/A** 120Patient Care Technician N/A** 120

Discover/TEAS V

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Surgical Technologist 17 N/ARespiratory Therapy 17 *Nursing 17 *Pharmacy Technician 10 *

• SAT score of 1300 or above achieved within five years of the date of application to Concorde

• ACT score of 19 or above achieved within five years of the date of application to Concorde.

• Official proof of successfully passing the Wonderlic SLE or WBST at the current required score within the last 6 months.

• A government-issued identification card is required for all entrance testing.*Must take exam before start, but is used strictly for waitlist ranking and diagnostic and remediation purposes only.**If a prospective core student has previously attempted the Wonderlic SLE and/or CPAt and received a minimum score of 10 or 118, respectively, or higher the or she may enroll utilizing these entrance tests. Clinical Programs Prospective clinical students will sit for two exams, the Wonderlic SLE and Won-derlic Admissions Risk Profile (“ARP”). All students who meet the initial Wonderlic SLE cut-score will also be administered the TEAS V or DISCOVER exam which is used as a factor in the waitlist ranking algorithm. Those meeting the Wonderlic SLE minimum score requirement will be placed on a waitlist, if applicable. The list will be sorted high to low based on the current waitlist criteria. Students will be selected from the waitlist and notified at least two weeks prior to the start of the program. Core Programs Prospective core students will be allowed to attempt the WBST twice in a six month period for a total of two attempts. All students who meet the initial WBST cut-score will be eligible for enrollment.Re-testing for Waitlist StudentsProspective students who are placed on a waitlist for any program may retest for a higher score at their own expense. The cost of each retest is $50.00. Contact the Director of Admissions for further information.

READMISSIONIt is the policy of the Concorde Career Colleges, Inc., to encourage previously withdrawn students to return to school to complete their education.The re-entry process requires: review and approval of the student’s financial status, financial aid eligibility (when applicable), completion of enrollment agreement, collection and review of official transcripts, as well as prior academic performance and any other documentation required by the program the student is re-entering. Students may be required to demonstrate skill competency prior to re-entry. Readmission is contingent upon space availability and requires final approval of the campus president.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKIt is the policy of Concorde to ensure that all enrolling students are aware of the potential effect and consequences of past criminal behaviors. Concorde considers pending criminal charge(s)/prior conviction(s) as part of the entrance requirements for Patient Care Technician, Pharmacy Technician, Respiratory Therapy, Practical Nursing, Nursing, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant, and Surgical Technologist programs. A criminal background check must be completed/received prior to the start date. Prospective students may be denied admission based on their criminal background. Students enrolling in other programs may be subject to a criminal background check during the admissions process.For all programs, Concorde may be required to perform a criminal background check prior to a student being assigned for training to certain clinical or extern facilities. If a criminal background check is required, the results of that background check will be made available to the clinical or extern facility. Any pending or prior criminal charge(s) or conviction(s) may result in the student being unable to be assigned for clinical training. If a student cannot be assigned for clinical training due to prior criminal charge(s) or conviction(s), the student will be unable to successfully complete his or her program of study and will be terminated from the school. The refund policy published on the Enrollment Agreement and catalog will apply and the student will be responsible for any balance due the school, lender, and/or the U.S. Department of Education. If a student has any pending or prior criminal charge(s) or conviction(s), the student may not be granted a license/certification in his or her field of training even if he or she passes the license/certification examinations.

DRUG TESTINGClinical facilities require the college to follow drug-screening requirements, including unannounced testing, prior to working with patients. Test results are

confidential and results are on a pass/fail basis. Students failing the screening will be dismissed from the college. A student may appeal if they believe it was a false positive by submitting to a retest within 24 hours as directed by the college. If retest is negative, the student may continue in school. Diluted, adulterated, and/or substituted readings will be considered “flagged” and will be considered a failed test.

CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS TRAININGStudents with previous postsecondary education from a regionally or nationally accredited school may be eligible to receive credit for previous courses provided that the following requirements are met:

• An official copy of the student’s transcript is on file with Concorde;• Courses within a major were completed within the previous 12 months and

a grade of “B” or better was earned;• General Education courses were completed within the last five years and a

grade of “B” or better was received;• A copy of the catalog containing the course description, which the student

enrolled under, is provided; and• CLEP courses may be accepted if completed within the five years and have

a minimum score of 60.If the course(s) is similar in character and objectives to the course(s) offered at Concorde Career College, the student will receive credit for the course(s).Students may transfer from another postsecondary school up to 25% or 24 credit hours, whichever is greater, of the academic credits necessary to fulfill the requirements for graduation.Students requesting to transfer credit(s) must submit all required documents one week prior to starting school.If the Academic Affairs department determines the credits are acceptable for transfer, credit will be given for those courses, and the student will be scheduled to take only those courses needed to fulfill the requirements for graduation.Under no circumstances does Concorde Career College grant academic credit for life experience.

Students from other Concorde Career Institutes/CollegesStudents may be eligible to receive credit for previous courses provided that the following requirements are met:

• An official copy of the student’s transcript is on file with Concorde Career College;

• Courses within a major were completed within the previous 12 months and a grade of “C” or better was earned; and

• General Education courses were completed within the last five years and a grade of “C” or better was received.

Students may transfer up to 50% of the academic credits necessary to fulfill the requirements for graduation.Students requesting to transfer credit(s) must submit all required documents prior to starting school.If the Academic Affairs department determines the credits are acceptable for transfer, credit will be given for those courses and the student will be scheduled to take only those courses needed to fulfill the requirements for graduation.For courses within a major taken more than 12 months prior, the student must take a proficiency examination for both academics and practicals. Academic credit will be granted if the student scores 75% or better and demonstrates competencies of practical skills. The student will not be charged for the examination(s). Students requesting to transfer credit(s) must submit all required documents and/or pass any proficiency examination prior to starting school. Under no circumstances does Concorde Career Institute grant academic credit for life experience.Veterans Administration StudentsStudents applying for veterans benefits must report all previous education and training. The school will evaluate any previous postsecondary transcripts to determine appropriate credit. The veteran and Veterans Administration will be notified of any reduction in training time or tuition.

TRANSFER OF CREDITSTransfer of credit is always at the discretion of the receiving campus, and generally depends on comparability of curricula, and may depend on comparability of accreditation.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATIONNo person shall be excluded from participation, denied any benefits, or subjected to any form of discrimination because of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, or any other factor protected by law.

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the period of enrollment.• If a student withdraws after the 75% point of the period of enrollment for

which they have been charged; the student shall be obligated for the tuition charged for the entire period of enrollment and not entitled to any refund.

• For the Jacksonville campus, a first time student is defined as any student who has not previously attended classes at Jacksonville.

• For the Miramar campus, a first time student is defined as any student who has not previously attended classes at Miramar.

• For the Orlando campus, a first time student is defined as any student who has not previously attended classes at Orlando.

• For the Tampa campus, a first time student is defined as any student who has not previously attended classes at Tampa.

The pro rata refund calculation stated above does not include the registrationfee or cost of textbooks, uniforms and health screen. If a student withdraws,in addition to tuition, the student is responsible for: registration fee; bookcharges unless books are returned in new and unused condition within twenty (20)days following the date of withdrawal; uniform charges once the uniform hasbeen issued to the student; the health screen charge once the health screenhas been performed; and a $100.00 administrative withdrawal fee. In case ofprolonged illness or accident, death in the family or other circumstancesthat make it impractical to complete the program, the school shall make asettlement that is reasonable and fair to both parties. Students may repeat acourse. If the student should withdraw from the program for any reason, based onthe refund policy the hours or weeks in attendance for repeating a course will beused in the program completion percentage calculation in determining thestudent’s financial obligation to the school. Programs longer than one academicyear,the aforementioned cancellation and refund policy shall apply to the statedprogram price attributable to each academic year. All stated program pricesattributable to the period beyond the first academic year will be refunded whenthe student terminates during the first academic year.If a student officially withdraws or is expelled from school, any refund due willbe paid within thirty (30) days after the student’s withdrawal date. If a studentdrops out of school, any refund due will be paid within thirty (30) days of theearliest of the (i) date on which the school determines that the student droppedout; (ii) expiration of the academic term in which the student withdrew; or (iii) expiration of the period of enrollment for which the student has been charged.If upon withdrawal a refund is due and any portion of your tuition was paidfrom proceeds of a federal loan, the refund will be sent to the lender or to theagency that guaranteed the loan. Any amount of the refund in excess of theunpaid balance of the federal loan will be first used to repay any federalstate/private student financial aid program from which you received benefitsin proportion to the amount of the benefits received. Any remaining amountgreater than $5.00 will be paid to you. If there is a balance due, you will beresponsible for paying that amount.If you are eligible for a loan guaranteed by the federal or state governmentand you default on the loan, both of the following may occur:

1. The federal or state government or a loan guarantee agency may take action against you, including applying any income tax refund to which the persons is entitled to reduce the balance owed on the loan.

2. You may not be eligible for any other federal student financial aid at another institution or other government assistance until the loan is repaid.

FINANCIAL AID OFFICEThe Financial Aid Office is open to students during the hours posted on campus. Students are encouraged to call or visit the office if they have any questions or need assistance regarding their financial aid. The resources of the Financial Aid Office are available to all students. Financial Aid staff members assist students in determining individual eligibility for the various aid programs and in completing the necessary applications and paperwork. To receive federal financial assistance, students must maintain satisfactory academic progress toward completion of their training as outlined in the school catalog. The Financial Aid Office and Business Office are responsible for monitoring each student’s academic progress to ensure continued eligibility.Student Responsibilities:

Financial Information

CANCELLATION & REFUND PROVISIONSStudent’s Right to CancelYou have the right to cancel this agreement, without obligation and obtain arefund of all amounts paid, through attendance at the first class session or seventh day after enrollment, whichever is later. Cancellation shall occur whenyou give notice of cancellation to the school. The notice of cancellation neednot take any particular form and, however expressed, is effective if it indicatesthat you no longer desire to be bound by this agreement. If you cancel thisAgreement within the prescribed time period, the school will refund any moneythat you paid within ten (10) days after your notice of cancellation. If theschool has given you any equipment, you must return the equipment withinthirty (30) days following the date of the notice of cancellation. If you fail toreturn equipment in good condition within this thirty (30)-day period, theschool may retain that portion of payment paid by you equal to thedocumented cost of the equipment and shall refund the portion paid by youexceeding the documented cost to the school of the equipment within ten (10)days after the period within which you are required to return the equipment.Once you have paid for the equipment, it is yours to keep without furtherobligation. Students who have not visited the school facility prior to enrollmentwill have the opportunity to cancel without penalty if notice of cancellation isgiven before midnight of the fifth business day following the first class you attend.

Student’s Right to Withdraw From This ProgramThe school’s policy for determining the student’s withdrawal date is the earlier of (A) the date the student notifies the school of their withdrawal or the date specified by the student, whichever is later; (B) if the student drops out of school without notifying the school, the last recorded date of class attendance by the student, as documented by the school, or (C) the date the student violates published school policy that provides for termination. The student’s start date through the last date of attendance will determine the percentage of program completion and the applicable percentage will be applied to the formula used in the refund calculation as stated below.

For Miramar, Orlando and Tampa locations:For students withdrawing from degree-granting programs, the percentage of program completion is calculated by dividing the number of weeks the student was scheduled to attend in the period of enrollment as of the last recorded day of attendance into the number of weeks comprising the period of enrollment for which the student has been charged. For students withdrawing from diploma programs, the percentage of program completion is calculated by dividing the number of hours the student was scheduled to attend in the period of enrollment as of the last recorded day of attendance into the number of hours comprising the period of enrollment for which the student has been charged.

For the Jacksonville location:For students withdrawing from degree-granting programs or the Practical Nursing program, the percentage of program completion is calculated by dividing the number of weeks the student was scheduled to attend in the period of enrollment as of the last recorded day of attendance into the number of weeks comprising the period of enrollment for which the student has been charged.For students withdrawing from diploma programs, the percentage of program completion is calculated by dividing the number of hours the student was scheduled to attend in the period of enrollment as of the last recorded day of attendance into the number of hours comprising the period of enrollment for which the student has been charged.For students withdrawing from diploma programs, the percentage of program completion is calculated by dividing the number of hours the student was scheduled to attend in the period of enrollment as of the last recorded day of attendance into the number of hours comprising the period of enrollment for which the student has been charged.

Pro Rata Refund Calculation• If a first time student withdraws within the first thirty (30) calendar days of

their program of study; no tuition charges will be incurred.• If a student withdraws after the first thirty (30) calendar days, but prior to the

75% point of the period of enrollment for which they have been charged; the student shall be entitled to a pro rata refund of the tuition charged for

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• Students must promptly return all required applications and paperwork to the Financial Aid Office. Returning paperwork to another department can delay funding and may result in lost paperwork. The school will not be responsible for lost or misplaced items.

• If the Financial Aid Office needs to see a student, the office will notify the student through an instructor or by posting the student’s name on the bulletin board. It is the student’s responsibility to see Financial Aid when notified.

• Each student who receives a student loan is required to attend an entrance and exit interview workshop. The Financial Aid Office will notify each student when these workshops are scheduled. If a student misses a workshop, it is the student’s responsibility to contact the Financial Aid Office to reschedule a date.

• If a student obtains a loan to pay for an educational program, the student will be responsible for repaying the full amount of the loan plus interest, less the amount of any refund; and if the student has received federal student financial aid funds, the student is entitled to a refund of the moneys not paid from federal student financial aid program funds.

FINANCIAL AIDConcorde Career Institute participates in the United States Department of Education’s Federal Student Assistance programs. These programs are available for those who qualify.Federal Pell GrantThe Federal Pell Grant is a grant to students who qualify under the federal financial need guidelines. Application is made through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)The Federal SEOG is a grant that the school awards to students based on financial need and the availability of funds. Application is made through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).Federal Perkins LoanThe Federal Perkins Loan is a low-interest loan. The school determines recipients based on financial need and the amount of money available to lend. Application is made through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).Federal Subsidized and Unsubsidized LoansSubsidized and unsubsidized Loans are low-interest loans made by the U.S. Department of Education. See Financial Aid for details.Federal PLUS LoanThe Federal PLUS Loan is a low-interest-rate loan available for parents of dependent, undergraduate students enrolled at least half time. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office.Florida Bright Futures ScholarshipsFlorida residents who have earned a scholarship through the Florida Bright Futures program may use that award at Concorde Career Institute.Florida Student Assistance Grant ProgramThe Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG) program is a need-based program available to degree-seeking, resident, undergraduate students who demonstrate substantial financial need and are enrolled in participating postsecondary institutions. Eligibility requires students to be a Florida resident, as well as a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Students must also demonstrate financial need by completing the Free Application for federal Student Aid (FAFSA).Alternative FinancingStudents who qualify, alternative financing is available through numerous financing companies. The Financial Aid Office assists in tailoring payment plans to fit their individual needs. Co-signers may be necessary, depending on credit history.Other AidConcorde Career Institute provides limited finance plans and access to non-need-based loans for students not qualifying for need-based loans yet requiring funding beyond their need-based aid or for students paying on a cash basis.Partnership AgreementsConcorde participates in business and agency agreements with outside organizations. Enrollment pursuant to these agreements is contingent on the student meeting and maintaining eligibility as defined in individual agreements.Any student that originally enrolled with a partnership agreement will need to re-verify eligibility to return, if they are withdrawn from the program.VeteransEligible veterans may receive part-time benefits during classroom instruction and full-time benefits during the externship portion of a program.Social Security BenefitsEligible students may obtain Social Security benefits. Students who may be eligible must notify the Campus President in writing before the first day of class.

For more information on financial aid and the application process, students should review the Financial Aid Consumer Information brochure or check with a Financial Aid staff member for the financial aid programs that apply to their individual needs.

EDUCATION COSTSA schedule of the total educational costs is in the current addendum to this catalog.Concorde will assist students in developing financial plans to pay for their education through a combination of student/family contributions, financial aid (if eligible), and finance plans. All students must sign a promissory note for direct educational costs not covered by Title IV or agency funding. All payments are the full responsibility of the student and are payable as stated in the student’s Enrollment Agreement or retail installment contract. Students may be required to make monthly payments while attending school. Payment amounts are based upon the program in which the student is enrolled and the amount of financial aid the student may be receiving. Any change in financial situation that may affect a student’s financial aid or ability to make payments must be discussed with the Financial Aid and the Business Office. Failure to keep all payments current may result in termination.

RETURN OF TITLE IV REFUNDS POLICYThe Higher Education Amendments of 1998 changed the formula for calculating the amount of Title IV aid a student and school can retain when the student withdraws from or is terminated by the school. Students who withdraw from or are terminated by the school prior to completing more than 60% of their period of enrollment or payment period for degree programs (a period of time for which students receive Title IV aid) will have their Title IV eligibility recalculated based on the percent of the period of enrollment or payment period for degree programs attended. For example, a student who withdraws completing only 30% percent of the period of enrollment or payment period for degree programs will have “earned” only 30% of any Title IV aid received. The school and/or the student must return the remaining 70%.This policy applies to all students who withdraws or is terminated by Concorde Career Institute and receive financial aid from Title IV funds. The term “Title IV funds” refers to Federal Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG), Subsidized Federal Stafford Loans, Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans, Federal Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students (PLUS), and Federal Perkins Loans. For purposes of the Return of Title IV Funds Policy, a student’s withdrawal date is:

• The date the student notifies the school of their intent to withdraw; or• The student’s last day of attendance.

Title IV aid is earned in a prorated manner on a per diem basis up to and including the 60% point in the period of enrollment or payment period for degree programs. Title IV aid is considered 100% earned after that point in time. The percent of Title IV aid earned is calculated as:

Number of days completed by the student*

Percent of period of enrollment or payment period for degree programs completed

=Number of days in the period of enrollment or payment period for degree programs*

*The total number of calendar days in a period of enrollment or payment period for degree programs and the number of days completed by the student will exclude any scheduled breaks of five days or more.The percent of period of enrollment or payment period for degree programs completed will be the percentage of Title IV aid earned by the student. The percentage of Title IV aid unearned (i.e., amount to be returned to the appropriate Title IV program) will be 100% less the percent earned. Concorde Career Institute will return unearned aid from the student’s account as follows:

1. Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans2. Subsidized Federal Stafford Loans3. Unsubsidized Direct Stafford Loans (other than PLUS loans)4. Subsidized Direct Stafford Loans5. Federal Perkins Loans (if applicable)6. Federal PLUS Loans7. Direct PLUS Loans8. Federal Pell Grants for which a return of funds is required9. Academic Competitiveness Grants for which a return of funds is

required10. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG) for

which a return of funds is required.Concorde will return the unearned aid within thirty (30) days from the date the school determined the student withdrew.

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When the total amount of unearned aid is greater than the amount returned by Concorde Career Institute from the student’s account, the student is responsible for returning unearned aid to the appropriate Title IV program as follows:

1. Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans.*2. Subsidized Federal Stafford Loans.*3. Unsubsidized Direct Stafford Loans (other than PLUS loans).*4. Subsidized Direct Stafford Loans.*5. Federal Perkins Loans (if applicable).*6. Federal PLUS Loans.*7. Direct PLUS Loans.*8. Federal Pell Grants for which a return of funds is required.**9. Academic Competitiveness Grants for which a return of funds is

required.**10. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG) for

which a return of funds is required.*** Loan amounts are returned in accordance with the terms of the promissory

note.** Unearned federal grant amounts to be returned by the student will be

reduced by 50%.Within thirty (30) days of the date the school determined the student withdrew, they will be notified in writing if they are required to return any federal grant aid (Federal Pell or Federal SEOG). The student is considered to be in overpayment status. A student who owes a federal grant overpayment remains eligible for Title IV funds for a period of forty five (45) days from the earlier of the date the school sends a notification to the student of the overpayment or the date the school was required to notify the student of the overpayment.If during the forty five (45) day period the student repays the overpayment to the school or signs a repayment agreement with the U.S. Department of Education, the student will remain eligible for further Title IV funds. If during the forty five (45) day period the student fails to repay the overpayment or sign a repayment agreement with the U.S. Department of Education, the student is considered to be in an overpayment status and thus ineligible for any additional Title IV aid until that amount is repaid.

REFUND PROCEDURES FOR NON-TITLE IV FINANCIAL ASSISTANCERefunds for state aid programs and applicable third party funding agencies (e.g., Veterans Administration, WIA) will be calculated as stated in the Cancellation and Refund Provisions published in this catalog and in the student’s Enrollment Agreement. Note, any state or third party funding agency refund due will be calculated in proportion to the amount of the benefits received.

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ANNUAL SECURITY REPORTThe school publishes the policies and procedures for reporting crimes, as well as the types of crimes that have been committed on or near the campus, in the Annual Security Report. This publication is distributed annually to all students and may be requested at any time from a school administrator.

CANCELED CLASS POLICYWhen a scheduled class is canceled for unforeseen reasons, (e.g., inclement weather, power outage, etc.), it will be made up before the end of the term in which the cancellation occurred. If students are unable to attend the rescheduled class, they will be marked absent and the Student Attendance Policy will apply.

GRADUATE EMPLOYMENTConcorde Career Institute does not guarantee employment for its graduates. The Graduate Employment staff will assist students in their job searches upon successful completion of studies by offering information on job opportunities, temporary assignments, résumé preparation, and guidance in interviewing techniques. Career development classes are conducted throughout each program to assist students in developing their interpersonal skills.Because graduates actively interviewing for jobs are often unavailable by telephone, the graduate is asked to call the Graduate Employment department twice each week while actively seeking employment. This procedure keeps the school informed of a graduate’s employment status and allows the school to keep the graduate current with job listings. Students will improve employment opportunities by continued communication with the Graduate Employment department.This service is available at any Concorde Career Institute/College, provided the school is still owned by Concorde Career Colleges, Inc. The graduate must observe all rules and regulations of the school as they relate to placement.

DRUG & ALCOHOL ABUSE POLICYConcorde Career Institute (“Concorde”) supports and endorses the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act amendments of 1989.The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or abuse of alcohol by an employee or student on Concorde’s property or as part of any Concorde activity is prohibited. Any student or employee of Concorde found to be abusing alcohol or using, possessing, manufacturing, or distributing controlled substances in violation of the law on Concorde property or events are subject to disciplinary action. For employees, the school will take appropriate personnel action for such infractions, up to and including termination. Students who violate this policy will be subject to sanctions to include suspension and dismissal from Concorde. For purposes of this policy, “conviction” means a finding of guilt (including a plea of nolo contendere) or imposition of sentence, or both, by any judicial body charged with the responsibility of the federal or state criminal drug statutes.Health RisksAlcohol abuse and drug use is harmful to one’s physical, mental, and social well being. With excessive drug use, life becomes centered on drugs to the exclusion of health, work, school, family and general well being. Accidents and injuries are more likely to occur if alcohol and drugs are used. Alcohol and drug users can lose resistance to disease and destroy their health. Tolerance developed by the user complicates the effects of drug use. This tolerance may be psychological, physiological or both, and may lead to greater danger of overdose.Alcoholism is the number-one drug problem in the United States. Alcoholism takes a toll on personal finances, health, social relationships and families. Abuse of alcohol or drug use may cause an individual driving a motor vehicle to injure him or herself or others and may subject the person to criminal prosecution. Drunk drivers are responsible for more than half of all traffic fatalities.The following summarizes effects and dangers of the major categories of drugs:

Amphetamines: Physical dependency, heart problems, infections, malnutrition, and death may result from continued high doses of amphetamines.Narcotics: Chronic use of narcotics can cause lung damage, convulsions, respiratory paralysis, and death.Depressants: Tranquilizers and alcohol can produce slowed reactions and heart rate, liver or heart damage, respiratory arrest, convulsions, and overdoses.Hallucinogens: May causes psychosis, convulsions, coma, and psychological dependency.Counseling, Treatment, or Rehabilitation ProgramsConcorde maintains a list of hospital/community agencies to assist employees and students seeking alcohol and drug counseling and treatment. Employees and students who have a substance dependency problem are encouraged to obtain counseling and treatment. Anyone seeking additional information about health problems or treatment related to alcohol or drug problems can contact the Campus President or Vice President of Human Resources. Requests for assistance are held in complete confidentiality and will be provided on a need-to-know basis.SanctionsA student who violates any provision of this policy shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including suspension or administrative withdrawal from Concorde. Students may reapply for admission, through review, at a later date. A student suspected of the possession, sale, manufacture, use, or distribution of a controlled substance, MAY be suspended from the student’s program of study and MAY become ineligible for continued participation in the HEA, Title IV Student Assistance Programs. If convicted, the student’s relationship with Concorde will be terminated, and the student may lose the ability to participate in the HEA, Title IV Student Assistance Programs.In addition, any student or employee who violates the standards of conduct as set forth in this policy may be subject to referral for prosecution.Legal SanctionsStudents/employees are reminded that unlawful possession, distribution or use of illicit drugs or alcohol may subject individuals to prosecution. Concorde refers violations of prescribed conduct to appropriate authorities for prosecution.Federal and state sanctions for illegal possession of controlled substances range from up to four years’ imprisonment and up to $20,000 in fines for each offense. Under federal laws, possession of drugs such as heroin or cocaine may result in sanctions of not less than five years and up to life imprisonment for a first offense involving 100 grams or more. Offenses involving lesser amounts, 10–99 grams, may result in sanctions up to and including 20 years’ imprisonment and a fine of up to $4 million.Under Florida law, any person who knowingly sells, purchases, manufactures, delivers, or brings into Florida any controlled substance shall be punished pursuant to sentencing guidelines and punished by a fine of not less than $25,000 nor more than $250,000. Any person who possesses more than 10,000 pounds of a controlled substance must serve a mandatory sentence of 15 years and pay a $200,000 fine. If they transport a controlled substance into Florida, they have committed a capital felony and shall be imprisoned for life and shall be fined $250,000, the maximum fine under the guidelines. Local sanctions range from $500 to $1,000 in fines or from 60 days to six months in jail, or both, plus civil forfeiture of property for possession.The State of Florida may impose a wide range of sanctions for alcohol-related offenses. For example, any person who is convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol shall be punished by a fine of not less than $250 or more than $500 for a first offense. For a first conviction, a person shall be imprisoned for no more than six months and suspension of his or her driver’s license for a minimum of six months.The term “controlled substance” as used in this policy means any narcotic drug, hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana or any other controlled substance, as defined in Schedules I through V of Section 202 of the Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. 812, and as further defined by regulation 21 CFR 1208.01 et seq. The term does not include the use of a controlled substance pursuant to a valid prescription or other use authorized by law.

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HEALTH REQUIREMENTSHealth ServicesThe college does not provide health services on campus, other than providing required immunizations at scheduled times.

• Immunizations: All programs require various vaccinations before attending externships or clinicals. Concorde offers these immunizations and the cost is itemized on the Enrollment Agreement and disclosed in the catalog addendum.

• Health Insurance Coverage: The externship/clinical sites do not provide health insurance coverage for students. All students are covered by accident and liability insurance policies while in school or on clinical rotation. This policy does not automatically pay for all medical expenses due to school-related accidents. It is designed to work together with the insurance the student may already have. A student is required to meet with the Program Director regarding the processing of a claim. None of the programs provide health insurance as part of the tuition fee. This is the sole responsibility of the student.

• Health Conditions: It is the responsibility of the student to inform the appropriate instructor(s) of any physical or mental condition that could interfere with the safety of the student and or patient while at the externship/clinical site.

While ill, it is the responsibility of the student to notify the Program Director and the clinical site. Students are not permitted to attend class or clinical with a communicable disease.

GENERAL INFORMATIONAccessibility for DisabilitiesThe building is designed to be accessible to the disabled. Accessible parking spaces are available. Campus TelephonesStudents may not use the campus telephones.Cellular PhonesStudents may not use cell phones in the hallways or classrooms. Cell phones should be used in the student lounge or outside of the building only. Community ActivitiesConcorde participates in community activities and encourages students to become active community members. Students are encouraged to notify the Campus President or Academic Dean of any upcoming activities in which they would like the school to participate.Customized TrainingConcorde Career Institute offers quality customized training and technical assistance to employers on a contractual basis. Specialized curriculum and consultant services can be provided for business-specific needs.Day Care ServicesChildren are not permitted to attend any class with their parents, nor are they allowed on school premises while a parent is attending class. For information regarding day care services available to students at a reasonable cost, students may contact the Associate Academic Dean. Many area day care centers understand the need for quality care at a reasonable cost while pursuing educational goals, and the school maintains a list of those centers.Eating & SmokingStudents are welcome to pause, relax, and eat and drink in the student lounge designated areas. Smoking is not allowed in the building. The designated smoking areas are marked as such. Smoking is strictly prohibited in all areas of the school, including all hallways, restroom facilities, and the reception area. Absolutely no food, beverage, or smoking is allowed in the classrooms. Emergency Telephone NumbersEach student must provide the school with one or more telephone numbers where a family member may be reached in an emergency. Only in the case of an emergency will a student be called out of class to take a telephone call.Graduation CeremoniesGraduation ceremonies are held multiple times each year. The Director of Graduate Employment will notify students of upcoming graduation ceremonies. A cap, gown, tassel, and diploma cover will be provided in order to participate in the ceremony. All students who are participating in the graduation ceremony must have completed and passed their externship, if applicable, and be current on their account. Inclement WeatherIn the event of unfavorable weather conditions, classes may be canceled at the discretion of the Campus President. Students will be notified through local television stations.Institutional Information DisseminationFederal regulation 34CFR 668.44 requires Concorde to designate an employee or group of employees who shall be available on a full-time basis to assist

enrolled or prospective students in obtaining information on the following topics:• Financial assistance information• Tuition and costs, withdrawal and refund policy, academic progress,

facilities, faculty, and school approvals• Completion and retention rate calculations• Institutional Security Polices

Students who have any questions should see one of the following personnel: Campus President, Director of Admissions, Financial Aid Director, Academic Dean, or Associate Academic Dean.InsuranceConcorde provides its students with student accident insurance that covers injuries due to an accident that occurs while attending or participating in a Concorde-supervised and sponsored activity. The policy is intended to supplement the student’s own insurance and it requires the student to submit a claim to his or her own insurance carrier first (if he or she has insurance). The insurance has a $5,000 limit on covered benefits. For clarification students should check with the Campus President.Lost Books & SuppliesTextbooks and curriculum materials are provided for all students. Lost books are the student’s responsibility to purchase at cost. Students will be expected to furnish such incidentals as paper, notebook, pencils, pens, and typing paper.Making ChangeMoney is not kept at the school; therefore, the staff is unable to make change for vending machines, telephone, or tuition payments.Maximum Class SizeClasses are generally limited in size not to exceed 30 students per laboratory or lecture session. Specific programmatic requirements are addressed in the program section of this catalog.MessagesStudent messages will be posted on the main bulletin board. Only in the case of an emergency will a student be called out of class for a message.ParkingParking is provided for students. Carpooling is encouraged. Handicapped parking spaces are clearly marked. Cars without the proper handicapped identification are subject to towing. Students park in our parking lot at their own risk. Concorde is not responsible for any damage or loss.Personal BelongingsPurses, clothes, books, etc., should not be left unattended, as the school does not assume responsibility for loss or theft.Personal Data ChangesAny change of name, address, or telephone number must be reported to the student’s instructor, the appropriate Program Director, and the Registrar as soon as it occurs. Emergency information should be kept current at all times.PregnancyIn any class in which X-ray equipment is used, a student who suspects that she is pregnant should report this to the instructor.Refresher TrainingConcorde offers limited refresher training to its graduates. Graduates may apply for refresher training at any Concorde Career Institute offering similar classes.Graduates may be accepted for refresher training (excluding externship) on a space-available basis. The graduate must be in good standing with the Business Office. No tuition will be charged; however, there will be a $100 fee for each class/term or partial class/term. The graduate must have or purchase current text(s), workbook(s), and/or uniform(s) as required. The graduate is required to adhere to current school policies governing attendance and dress.Student AffairsThe Concorde staff makes every effort to maintain close communication with its students. Students have access to faculty and administrative staff for both vocational and academic advising. Students experiencing personal problems that require professional advising will be referred to the appropriate agencies.Student HousingWhile the school does not offer on-campus housing for its students, living accommodations are available within a convenient distance of the school. Students must arrange for their own housing. Student InjuriesStudents injured while attending school, participating in a school-supervised function, or in transit to or from supervised school activities are to report immediately to the instructor who will accompany the student to the Campus President. If necessary, immediate emergency procedures will be implemented and a member of the staff or faculty will accompany the student, in the absence of a parent, guardian or spouse, to the appropriate medical facility.Transportation

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Jacksonville, Florida• The Jacksonville Transportation Authority provides a bus service drop off in

back of the school. Cost of transportation is based on distance.Miramar, Florida

• The Broward County Transportation District provides bus services to within a block of the school. Cost of transportation is based on distance.

Orlando, Florida• The Orlando Transit System provides bus services to within a block of the

school. Cost of transportation is based on distance.Tampa, Florida

• The Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority provides bus services to the front of the school. Cost of transportation is based on distance.

Visa ServicesConcorde does not provide visa services, does not admit students from other countries, and will not vouch for student status because it is not SEVIS certified.

STUDENT COMPLAINT & GRIEVANCE PROCEDUREStudents are encouraged, at all times, to communicate their concerns to members of the faculty and administration. If a situation arises in which a student has a complaint or grievance regarding grades, instruction, or other topics related to their program of study, the following procedure is in effect:

• Students should make an appointment to discuss the matter with his or her instructor, if applicable. If not resolved…

• Students should make an appointment to discuss the matter with the Program Director. If not resolved…

• Students should make an appointment to discuss the matter with the Academic Dean.

If a student is unable to resolve a problem informally, a written grievance may be submitted to the Campus President. The procedure is as follows:

• The written grievance must be submitted to the Campus President. An Incident Report form is available for student use and may be obtained from the campus President. An Incident Report is not required in submitting the written grievance.

• The Campus President will verify that the student has made an attempt to resolve the concern informally with the instructor, Program Director or Academic Dean.

• The student may challenge a decision by submitting a written request to hold a Grievance Meeting.

• The Campus President will schedule a grievance committee meeting within three business days of receipt of the written grievance. The committee will be composed of the Campus President, appropriate department heads and any other individuals who participation is warranted by the circumstances of the particular concern.

• All persons involved with the incident must be present to share their sequence of events. Evidence will be presented by the student and then by all other parties involved. Minutes will be taken.

• The committee will immediately meet in the absence of those involved to review the evidence and vote a decision. The decision of the committee will be communicated within three business days.

• Request for Further Consideration: Any student has the right to report any apparent inconsistencies with the application of the Student Complaint and Grievance procedure policy outlined in the college catalog. This report must be completed in the form of a written request submitted to the Senior Director of Student Affairs. The report must include any documentation and communication regarding the complaint and must describe how the procedure was inconsistent with the college catalog. The decision is final and binding. It will be communicated through written correspondence.

Accrediting Commission ProcedureSchools accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges must have a procedure and operational plan for handling student complaints. If a student does not feel that the school has adequately addressed a complaint or concern, the student may consider contacting the Accrediting Commission.All complaints considered by the Commission must be in written form, with permission from the complainant(s) for the Commission to forward a copy of the complaint to the school for a response. The Commission will keep the complainant(s) informed as to the status of the complaint as well as the final resolution. Please direct all inquiries to:

Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302

Arlington, VA 22201(703) 247-4212www.accsc.org

A commission’s Complaint Form is available at the campus and may be

obtained by contacting the Campus President.State of Florida ProcedureThis school is licensed by the Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education, License #416. Inquiries or complaints regarding this institution may be made to the Commission at:

325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414Tallahassee, FL 32399

1-888-224-6684Respiratory Therapy ProcedureA student in the Respiratory Care program may direct unresolved complaints to:

Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care1248 Harwood Rd., Bedford, TX 76021

(817) 283-2835Nursing, Practical Nursing and Patient Care Technician ProcedureA student in the Nursing or Pratical Nursing or Patient Care Technician programs may direct an unresolved complaint to:

Florida Department of Health Consumer Services Unit

4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin C75 Tallahassee, FL 32399-3275

[email protected] Therapist Assistant ProcedureA student in the Physical Therapist Assistant program may direct an unresolved complaint to:

Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education 1111 North Fairfax St. Alexandria, VA 22134

(703) 706-3245

IMPORTANT INFORMATIONIn keeping with the school philosophy of an immediate response to the needs of students and employers, the school reserves the right to make modifications in the course content and the structure of the curriculum and schedules without additional charges to the student and within regulatory guidelines. Information contained in the addendum to this catalog becomes an official part of the catalog and supersedes any contradictory information contained herein.

STUDENT GUIDANCE & ADVISINGThe Academic Dean and Program Director provide advising and guidance to aid students in reaching their personal, academic, and career goals. Students are encouraged to become responsible and mature individuals while achieving their educational goals.The Education department is available to assist students by providing information and support to academic advising and evaluation. The Student Affairs Coordinator maintains a file of resources including housing, transportation, child care, medical care, stress management, ethics, decision making, leadership and career development, and budgeting and personal financial planning. Students experiencing personal problems that require professional help will be referred to the appropriate agencies.Assistance is available for students who require individual tutoring in order to raise their grades to a passing level. Students who simply wish to further enhance their own clinical or theoretical knowledge may also take advantage of this service. Students should contact their instructor, Program Director, or Academic Dean for further details.

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CLINICAL/EXTERNSHIPCertain programs require students to serve a clinical/externship in the office of a physician, dentist, hospital, clinic, or long-term-care facility upon completion of academic training. The Clinical Instructor/Extern Coordinator will arrange all clinicals/externships. The clinical/extern site is not obligated to employ the student following completion of the clinical/externship. During the clinical/externship, students are given the opportunity to put their classroom training into practical application under actual employment conditions. While on clinical/externship, the student is under the supervision of the Clinical Instructor/Extern Coordinator, the training facility, as well as the school. Any absence incurred during the clinical/externship must be reported to the Program Director, the Clinical Instructor/Extern Coordinator, and the Clinical/Extern Site Supervisor. Clinical/externship must begin immediately upon assignment following classroom completion. All program and catalog requirements apply, including dress code, name tags, drug use, etc. Additionally, students must abide by the rules and regulations of the site to which they are assigned. This includes rules governing confidentiality of medical records and reports to conform to the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act. While on clinical/externship, students must comply with the following clinical/extern regulations:

1. The school will assign students to a clinical/externship site. Students may not turn down a clinical/externship. The school cannot guarantee a particular office or geographical location; however, Concorde will consider the student’s request when making assignments.

2. Students must work the same hours as employees at their assigned site. Generally, clinical/externship is arranged as a daytime, M–F, 40-hour week. Depending upon state laws, a certain amount of time is required for lunch. Lunch time is not included in the total clinical/externship hours.

3. Clinical/externship is a part of the student’s education. Students will not be paid and will be withdrawn from the program if the facility reports that they were asking for or receiving pay.

4. Certain clinical/extern sites may require that students be tested for drug usage and/or be checked for any criminal background prior to accepting them.

5. Students must meet the objectives on the clinical/externship check off and their midpoint evaluations. An unsatisfactory evaluation from the healthcare facility may require the student to serve an extra clinical/externship period, return to school for further training, or result in his or her termination from the school.

6. As part of the externship requirements, students are responsible for completing and submitting forms and documents as required. Extern timesheets must be faxed to the Academic department by the student at the end of business Friday or first thing Monday. Midterm evaluations must be completed and faxed/delivered to the school at the halfway point of their externship. It is the student’s responsibility to assure that the healthcare facility has completed and signed all evaluations and time verification sheets and that the Academic department has received them upon completion of his or her externship.

7. It is the student’s responsibility to attend scheduled meetings, including site interviews, before and during his or her clinical/externship. Students may be required to return to the campus during theri clinical/externship at the direction of their Clinical Instructor/Extern Coordinator or Program Director.

8. Students are expected to behave in a professional manner at all times. Any conduct that reflects discredit upon the student, the school, or the site will subject the student to termination from the school.

9. If a student is going to be late or absent, he or she must notify the healthcare facility and the Clinical Instructor/Externship Coordinator. Violation of attendance policy will result in probation or withdrawal from school.

10. Students should immediately notify their Clinical Instructor/Extern Coordinator if any problems are encountered during clinical/externship: personality conflicts, illness, etc. (Students must never walk off the site, FOR ANY REASON, without first notifying their Clinical Instructor/Extern Coordinator or Program Director.)

11. Tuition payments must be kept current. 12. If a student is terminated from a clinical/externship site, the Program

Director will evaluate the circumstances of his or her termination and a decision will be made regarding his or her status as a student. The student may be withdrawn from school at that time. If the student is allowed to continue his or her clinical/externship and is terminated from another site, he or she will be withdrawn from school. Students who are terminated

from clinicals/externships will be required to repeat the entire clinical/externship.

Students may be required to travel up to 200 miles away from campus to attend clinical assignments, depending on programmatic requirements. Specific information regarding travel distance to clinical assignments will be provided to students during the enrollment process. Students are responsible for their own travel to and from clinical assignments and must plan accordingly.

CLINICAL ROTATIONSThe Respiratory Therapy program require students to perform clinical rotations in addition to the didactic training. These rotations are served in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, long-term-care facilities, home care companies, or other sites under the direction of licensed respiratory care practitioners. The Director of Clinical Education will arrange the schedule for the clinical rotations for all students. These rotations are designed to provide the students with exposure to the procedures and responsibilities that they will encounter in the workplace upon graduation while under the direction of preceptors and clinical instructors. The clinical rotations do not guarantee employment upon graduation.During the clinical rotation, students are given the opportunity to put their classroom learning into practice. The student is under the constant supervision of a preceptor employed by the site, with visits on at least a weekly basis by a clinical instructor from Concorde. Preceptors are trained by the Director of Clinical Education in order to ensure that all of the requirements of Concorde are met during the clinical rotation. Preceptors are provided with copies of all clinical objectives and may sign off completion of those objectives in the students’ Basic Clinical Lab Competencies text. Clinical instructors will verify completion of objectives and sign off on the students’ “Clinical Objectives” form.Clinical rotations are assigned during RT220, RT230, RT240, and RT250. All program and catalog requirements apply during clinical rotations, including dress code, name tags, etc. In addition, students must abide by the policies of the clinical site, including parking, behavior, and submission to drug testing, if requested. Students are expected to conform to all HIPAA regulations and act in a professional manner throughout their clinical rotations.During clinical rotations, the student must comply with the following:

1. The school will assign the student to a clinical site. The school cannot guarantee a particular site or geographic location; however, Concorde will consider requests when making assignments. Students may not refuse a clinical site.

2. The student will work the same hours as those of the respiratory therapist employed at the site. This will normally be 12-hour shifts. The hours may be either day shift or night shift. The clinical days will vary during the course of the program and will include shifts on weekends as well as weekdays.

3. The clinical rotations are an integral part of the student’s educational experience. The student will not be paid for time spent during clinical rotations and will be withdrawn from the program if the facility reports that the student was asking for or receiving pay.

4. Certain clinical sites may require drug testing either prior to or during clinical rotations. A positive result will result in the student being pulled from that clinical site. The student must have an immediate follow-up test to ensure against a false positive; if the second test is positive, the student will be withdrawn. The student may be reassigned to a second site if the second test is negative.

5. All clinical objectives listed on the “Clinical Objectives” form must be completed during clinical rotations. Failure to complete those objectives will prevent the student from graduating.

6. The student will be responsible for completing certain forms and assignments during the rotation, including time sheets. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all necessary forms are completed properly and signed by authorized personnel. Falsification of information on these forms will result in termination from the program. Failure to complete assignments may result in repetition of the clinical rotation.

7. Students are expected to behave in a professional manner at all times. Any conduct that reflects discredit upon the student, the school, or the site

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will subject the student to termination from the program.8. If the student is going to be late or absent, it is the responsibility of

the student to notify both the clinical site and the Director of Clinical Education. Violation of the attendance policy will result in implementation of the penalties as outlined in that policy.

9. Tuition payments must be kept current while at clinical rotations.If the student is terminated from a clinical site at the request of the site, the student will be assigned to a second site. If the student is terminated from a second site at the request of the site, the student will be withdrawn.

CRITERIA FOR ASSESSING STUDENT PERFORMANCE WHILE ON EXTERNSHIPStudents must demonstrate passing scores in all courses, including practical written exams and hands-on lab exams, prior to being assigned an externship.During the externship course, each student will be evaluated in the areas of professional performance and appearance, attendance, and practical skills. To complete the externship course successfully, a student must satisfactorily perform each of the procedures outlined in the training plan and demonstrate satisfactory work habits.If, when evaluated, the extern is unable to perform certain procedures properly, the student will be required to return to campus for additional training in the unsatisfactory areas. During the externship course, the student may be required to return to campus for weekly scheduled meetings to provide continued interaction with the Extern Coordinator.If the student’s work habits are unsatisfactory on the first evaluation, the coordinator will confer with the student at that time. If work habits are still unsatisfactory at the end of the externship period, the student may be required to serve an additional externship. A student may only repeat the externship once. If failure of the externship occurs twice, the student will be withdrawn from the program.The externship evaluation scale is as follows:3 Student knows the underlying principles and carries out procedures

skillfully and accurately.2 Student performs procedures with a fair degree of accuracy.1 Student performs most procedures but requires guidance and

supervision.0 Student is unable to perform procedures even with guidance and

supervision.X Procedure was not observed or performed.

RECORDS ON HOLDAcademic records may be placed on hold for any of the following reasons:

• A financial obligation to Concorde Career Institute;• Failure to return learning resource center materials or school equipment; or• Default on a federal student loan.

Until the hold is removed, individuals will not be allowed to:• Restart school from a withdrawal status; or• Obtain an official transcript.

Appeals to this policy may be made to the Campus President in writing. The Campus President will notify the student in writing regarding the outcome of the appeal.

ACADEMIC UNITS OF CREDITOne semester credit hour equals 45 units (and one quarter credit hour equals 30 units) comprised of the following academic activities:

• One clock hour in a didactic learning environment = 2 units• One clock hour in a supervised laboratory setting of instruction = 1.5 units• One hour of externship = I unit• One hour of out-of-class work and/or preparation for the didactic learning

environment or supervised laboratory setting of instruction that are designed to measure the student’s achieved competency relative to the required subject matter objectives = 0.5 unit

FINANCIAL AID UNITS OF CREDITFor financial aid eligibility and disbursements, the school uses the system of clock hour to credit hour conversion established by the U.S. Department of Education. One semester credit is equal to 37.5 clock hours.

STUDENT RECORDSThe Registrar’s Office maintains academic records of all course work completed at the school. Transcripts are released only after receipt of a signed, written request from the student. Transcripts issued to the student are marked “Issued

to Student.” Students are allowed one transcript at no charge, $5.00 fee for each additional transcript. No official transcript(s) will be released if records are on hold for financial reasons or missing documentation. (See Records on Hold policy.) Students may request an unofficial transcript in this case. The word “Unofficial” will be stamped on the transcript. Third--party transcripts from other institutions cannot be released to any individual or institution.

DRESS CODEStudents are preparing for careers and should develop the habit of wearing appropriate attire. Students are required to wear the designated school uniform in class and on externship or clinical experience unless directed otherwise. While on campus, shoes must be white or black, closed-toe with heel, or athletic shoes made of leather or vinyl. No high tops are allowed. Shoes must be kept clean, polished, and in good repair. Canvas shoes are not acceptable. Clinical/externship sites may require students to wear white shoes. Students are responsible for meeting dress code requirements for the site. No outerwear is permitted in the classroom except for a lab coat or sweater as established by school/program standards.UniformsUniforms will be provided to students during their first course. Students are required to wear the designated school uniform. Uniform fittings are conducted at the campus. Each student will receive three scrub sets, one lab coat, one school patch, and an ID badge. The following dress code must be adhered to while on campus property.JewelryJewelry is not to be worn with the uniform with the exception of one pair of small post earrings to be worn in the earlobe, wedding and/or engagement rings, a class ring, and a watch with a second hand. No other body jewelry is to be worn, such as nose, tongue, eyebrow, or lip rings, while on campus.ShoesShoes must be closed-toe, solid white or black, leather or vinyl, with corresponding soles. Low heels only. Canvas shoes are not acceptable. White socks or nylons must be worn. Clinical sites may require white shoes.ID Badges & School PatchesThe school patch should be affixed to the left sleeve of the lab coat, 1-½” below the shoulder seam. Student ID must be visably worn at all times while on campus.OuterwearNo outerwear is allowed on campus except a white lab coat. A white top may be worn under the lab coat.Personal Appearance and HygieneIn cultivating a professional appearance, students should pay careful attention to good grooming and personal hygiene. At a minimum, students must adhere to conventional standards of good taste. All students must:

• Keep uniforms clean and pressed.• Keep shoes clean and polished.• Bathe regularly (usually daily) and use a deodorant. (Proper daily

hygiene is essential because students work very closely with others.)• Avoid the use of perfumes or colognes.• Hair must be neatly combed, clean, and tied back in a simple, out

of the face style at all times while in uniform. No headbands, bows, scarves, or bandanas. Conservative hair color, style, and cut will be required.

• Keep beards, mustaches, and other facial hair short and neatly trimmed.

• Keep fingernails short and neatly manicured, no longer than ¼” from the fingertip. Clear or no polish only. Nail art is prohibited.

• Make-up is to be applied tastefully for a business atmosphere.• Gum chewing is inappropriate and is not permitted at any time on

campus.Cell/Smart Phones and Other Electronic DevicesCell phones of any type and other electronic devices are to be turned off and put away during class time. This does not mean putting the phone on vibrate or silent mode.

• This includes text/voice/face messaging.• If a student has an emergency, the receptionist can take a message and

have it sent to the student in class.

DESCRIPTION OF COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEMEach course is identified by a four-character “rubric” (i.e. prefix or department abbreviation) and a four-digit number. The rubric is always four upper-case alphabetic characters representing the academic discipline. The first digit of the course number denotes the academic level of the course; the second digit denotes the credit value of the course in semester hours; and the third and

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fourth digits establish course sequencing and/or distinguish the course from others of the same level, credit value, and rubric.

1st Digitacademic level 1,2

Rubrica 4-character alphabetic

abbreviation for the academic

discipline

3rd & 4th Digitsused to uniquely

identify the course

2nd Digitcredit value of the

course, expressed in semester hours

3 0 1ACCT 2

PROBATION OR WARNINGA student may be placed on Academic and/or Attendance Probation if he or she is in danger of not meeting programmatic academic standards or if the student is in violation of the attendance policy (see “Attendance Policy”).

MEASURE OF PROGRAM DURATIONThe school measures its programs in semester credit hours. The ending date or graduation date from a program is a “scheduled” graduation date. In-service days, holidays, and other unscheduled events that could cause interruptions in scheduled training may influence the actual calendar length of a program.

NOTICE CONCERNING TRANSFERABILITY OF UNITS & DEGREES EARNED AT CONCORDEThe transferability of credits a student earns at Concorde Career Institute is at the complete discretion of an institution to which he or she may seek to transfer. Acceptance of the degree, diploma, or certificate he or she earns is also at the complete discretion of the institution to which the student may seek to transfer. If the credits, degree, diploma, or certificate that he or she earns at this institution are not accepted at the institution to which he or she seeks to transfer, that student may be required to repeat some or all of his or her coursework at that institution. For this reason students should make certain that their attendance at this institution will meet their educational goals. This may include contacting an institution to which a student may seek to transfer after attending Concorde Career Institute to determine whether his or her credits, degree, diploma, or certificate will transfer.

TERMINATION POLICYStudent-Initiated WithdrawalStudents who wish to withdraw may do so by contacting the Academic Dean or Program Director via telephone, mail, or preferably in person. The withdrawal date will be the student’s last date of attendance. A student who withdraws during the first five days of a grading period will not have that course(s) recorded on his or her transcript. A student who withdraws after the first five days of a grading period will receive a grade of “W,” which is not calculated in his or her CGPA. The credits will count toward attempted credits. The student must complete the necessary exit interview forms. There are financial and/or financial aid implications for withdrawing; therefore, those students receiving financial assistance must consult the Financial Aid and/or Business Office. Withdrawal for Violation of School PolicyThe school may withdraw a student from his or her program of study for violation of published school policy. If a student withdraws from school without notifying the school, the withdrawal will be effective from the last date of attendance. If the student is withdrawn for violation of published school policy, the withdrawal date will be the last date of attendance. A student who has been withdrawn during the first five days of a grading period will not have that course(s) recorded on his or her transcript. A student who has been withdrawn after the first five days of a grading period will receive a grade of “W,” which is not calculated in his or her CGPA. The credits will count toward attempted credits.

PROGRAM CHANGESA student who wishes to change programs may do so at any time prior to starting classes. A student who changes programs within the first two weeks of commencing classes will not be charged for the original program. A student who changes programs after the two-week period will be charged for the additional program and the new program must be started at the next

scheduled start date. The student’s withdrawal from the original program will be evaluated according to the school’s refund policy.

PROGRAM MONITORINGProgram OutcomesProgram outcomes are continually assessed by the administration through the review and documentation of completion rates, graduate placement statistics, employer satisfaction, and certification test results, if applicable.Comparison with Business and IndustryThe institution makes critical comparisons between the content of its programs and the needs and demands of business and industry by monitoring feedback from local agencies, the program advisory committee, test results, graduates, and employers. The instructors communicate closely with industry personnel to stay informed of changes occurring in the healthcare field.Program ChangesPrograms are continuously upgraded and changed to reflect job opportunities and changes in the industry in order to keep program objectives and content current.

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DISTANCE EDUCATIONConcorde supports the educational needs of adult learners. Distance education affords students greater flexibility in managing their time, and Concorde now offers specific courses in certain programs in an online format that are provided by Concorde Career College, Kansas City, MO. . On-line classes are not easy substitutes for on-campus classes. Students will find that online classes are as demanding as on-campus classes. Although time is flexible, attendance is expected and monitored. An online student is expected to be computer literate and familiar with the Internet. Students in online programs are required to have access to a reliable computer and high-speed Internet connection. Online courses utilize the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS), a secure web-based platform that employs multimedia technologies and is accessible 24 hours per day via Internet access. Prospective students will be required to complete an online assessment of their readiness to successfully complete their education in an online environment prior to enrollmentThe convenience of online courses allows students to work on assignments and participate in class discussions as their schedules permit within specified timeframes. Learning is achieved through both individual inquiry and collaboration. Each course encompasses a variety of different graded learning activities. In order to participate in any distance education activity students will be required to complete an online assessment of their readiness to successfully complete their education in an online environment.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTSAdmissions requirements for distance learning programs are program-specific and are the same as admissions requirements for on-campus programs with the following exceptions:

• In addition to standard entrance tests, students will be required to complete an online assessment of their readiness to successfully complete their education in an online environment.

• A personal, telephone interview with an admissions representative is required before enrollment. The interview process helps evaluate the student’s ability to successfully complete the requirements of the program in which they are seeking enrollment.

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTSOnline education affords students great flexibility in managing their time. However, academic success requires that students engage in learning activities regularly and participate in meaningful interactions with faculty and fellow students. Specific daily attendance is not recorded for online courses, as it would be on a campus. Students are required, however, to login to their class regularly and submit assignments in a timely manner, or they may risk being withdrawn for lack of attendance.For each course initial attendance is recorded when a student logs into their class and completes a learning activity. Students who have only viewed the syllabus but make no other substantive participation for the rest of the course are not considered enrolled. Attendance in subsequent weeks is recorded by a student completing a learning activity. The act of logging in each week does not constitute attendance; the student must participate by either engaging in the discussion board or submitting a graded assignment to be considered present for that week.Once students have logged into their class and completed a learning activity or assignment, they are considered officially enrolled in the course and are expected to complete the entire course. Failure to post attendance for two consecutive weeks may subject the student to immediate withdrawal.The class week runs from 12:00 am Monday morning to Sunday evening at 11:59 pm CST. Coursework is assigned weekly. Students are expected to complete assignments according to the course outline. Refer to the makeup work policy for submitting missed coursework.Students must show attendance within the first three days of the course or they are subject to withdrawal from the course.

LEARNING ACTIVITIESOnline students use the Canvas LMS to view video content, receive and submit project work and assignments, take assessments, quizzes and tests, communicate with instructors and classmates, and review course progress and grades. Successful online learning requires the student to be an active participant in all lectures and the completion of learning activities. Learning activities will vary by course but may include: • discussion thread posts• exams and quizzes• assessments• case studies• other graded assignmentsAll learning activities associated with a course will be clearly outlined in the course syllabus. Attendance is recorded when the student submits any learning activity.Students must contribute weekly to the discussion forums. Students are required to write substantive comments or remarks by Wednesday and again by Sunday of each course week in the discussion forum. Students who are considered officially enrolled in the course but do not fulfill all of the coursework required, will receive a grade based on the assignments they have completed.

FACULTY/STUDENT INTERACTION & ACADEMIC ADVISINGFaculty/student interaction is critical for student success in an online environment. Online methods of interaction include online lectures, e-mail, document sharing, and threaded discussions. Faculty members review and respond to student requests within a 24-hour time period. Students are assigned a faculty member to provide academic advising. To encourage successful completion of a program, staff members’ e-mail addresses are available to assist with academic concerns.

STUDENT SERVICESDistance education students have access to the same student services as on-campus students (as described throughout the catalog). Once enrolled, students will be assigned an contacted by the Online Success Coach team, who will be available to assist them throughout their entire program. Student services may be provided electronically as well as via telephone. Online Success Coaches can assist with scheduling issues, community referrals, and other online resources and services.New students admitted to online programs will be required to complete an online orientation and assessment, administered by the Student Success Coach. The orientation will provide students with best practices in online learning, navigation within the Learning Management System, familiarization with technical support, and school policies pertaining to the online format.

LEARNING RESOURCESConcorde Career Colleges, Inc. subscribes to the Jones eGlobal Library, which is available to all students through the LMS. Included in these materials are over 22,000 reference books and over 4,000 magazines and journals. Many of the student’s immediate research questions can be met by using these online reference sources. The user friendly web interface has information from leading medical journals, encyclopedia, newspapers, newsletters and pamphlets.

LEARNING OUTCOMESLearning outcomes for online coursework are the same as on-ground coursework.

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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSStudents taking online courses must meet the graduation requirements for their chosen program of study.

HEALTH SCREENSStudents enrolling in programs where health screens are required will be provided with a list of required immunizations. Students will be required to provide proof of immunization prior to beginning clinical rotations.

UNIFORMSStudents enrolling in programs where uniforms are required for clinical rotations are responsible for providing their own clothing in accordance with the established policies of the institution where they will be completing their clinicals.

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LEAVES OF ABSENCEStudent leaves of absence will not be granted.

TARDY & LEAVE EARLY POLICYStudents are required to arrive on time for class and to stay for the entire class session. Four tardies or early departures equal one absence. Students may be tardy only once on a given day.

ATTENDANCE POLICYGeneralRegular and punctual attendance at all scheduled classes and d externships is expected of all students and is regarded as integral to course credit. When a student registers, that student accepts the responsibility of attending all classes and completing all class work assigned by the instructor. Beginning with the first class period, instructors will record absences at each class meeting and this information is entered in the student’s permanent record.To maintain satisfactory attendance, a student may not miss in excess of 20% of the scheduled class days of a grading period. At the end of the grading period, if a student has missed in excess of 20% of the grading period, he or she will be placed on attendance probation beginning with the next grading period.While on attendance probation, a student may not miss in excess of 20% of the scheduled class days of the grading period. If at the end of the grading period for which a student is on attendance probation the student has violated the terms of probation, the student will be immediately withdrawn.If a student on attendance probation does not exceed the 20% rule during the grading period, the student will be removed from attendance probation.The institution reserves the right to sever its relationship with any student who incurs excessive absences. A student who misses an announced test, any examination, or class work shall receive a zero on the test, examination, or class work unless the instructor deems the absence to be of a justifiable nature; in that case students will be allowed to make up the work, but will only earn a maximum grade of “C.” All students present at the time a test is administered are obligated to take the test. A student who refuses to take a test on the day it is scheduled will receive a zero.Each student is directly responsible to the individual instructor and/or Program Director/Academic Dean for absences and for making up missed work.Any student who misses 10 consecutive scheduled class days and does not return on the 11th day will be withdrawn, regardless of the attendance status. Students on externship must also adhere to the 10-day attendance rule.Externship and Clinical HoursA student on externship must complete the total number of hours required. Externs must follow the 10-day rule. Absence from clinical hours is governed by separate written program standards. During an externship, a VA student cannot exceed 20% absence in any calendar month.Make-Up WorkDue to the nature of the training offered, theory classes and quizzes missed, as a result of an absence, cannot be made up. Grades for clinical work are based on attendance, skill, and participation. Therefore, clinical absences will result in a grade penalty. The specific make-up policy for clinical absences is established by program rulesAppeal ProcessA student may appeal termination for unsatisfactory attendance on the grounds of extenuating circumstances. The appeal should be submitted in writing to the Campus President or Academic Dean. In such cases, the Campus President may determine that the student is making satisfactory academic progress toward a diploma/degree, despite his or her failure to conform to the attendance policy requirements. A student whose appeal is accepted will continue on probation.General EducationStudents who miss three consecutive absences in a general education course will be withdrawn from that course and given a “W” on their transcript; the “W” will be counted toward attempted credits. If a student is absent for four

or more scheduled class meetings of any course, he or she will be immediately withdrawn from that course and receive a “W” grade.Nursing ProgramsStudents may not miss in excess of 10% of scheduled class hours per term. If, at the end of a term, a student has missed in excess of 10% of scheduled class hours, he or she will be placed on probation beginning with the next term.Clinical and skills laboratory hours missed count toward the 10% and must be made up according to program policy. During any term, two clinical absences are the maximum number allowed. Should the student exceed two clinical absences in any term, he or she may be subject to termination from the program. Any student absent from an assigned clinical site, who does not call in advance and does not arrive for the clinical shift, will be placed on attendance probation. Should there be a second occurrence during the program when the student does not call in advance or arrive for the clinical shift, the student will be terminated from the program.While on attendance probation, a student misses in excess of 10% of scheduled class hours has violated the terms of probation and will be terminated from the program immediately upon determination of the violation, but no later than the end of that term. A Nursing student may only be on attendance probation one time during the entire program. Any student who is absent for more than 10% of the scheduled class hours in the final term of the Nursing program will be terminated from the program. Should that student apply for readmission and be accepted, he or she will be required to repeat all final-term course work. If the student on attendance probation does not exceed the 10% absence during the term, he or she will be removed from probation at the end of the term. Should the student be absent in excess of 10% of scheduled class hours in any future term, the student will be terminated from the program.Any student terminated for violating the attendance policy may apply for readmission once he or she has met the conditions of the readmission policy.All clinical objectives must be satisfied before a final grade can be given for a course. Each student is directly responsible to the individual instructor and/or Program Director and the Academic Dean for absences. Any student who misses 10 consecutive scheduled class days and does not return. Occupational Therapy Assistant ProgramStudents may not miss in excess of 10% of scheduled classes per term. If at the end of a term a student has missed in excess of 10% of scheduled class hours, he or she will be placed on attendance probation beginning with the next term. While on attendance probation, students may not miss in excess of 10% of the scheduled class hours in the term. Any student on attendance probation who misses in excess of 10% of scheduled class hours in the term has violated probation and will be withdrawn from school. If a student on attendance probation does not exceed the 10% rule during the grading period, the student will be removed from attendance probation. A student who is withdrawn from the Occupational Therapy Assistant program for violating the attendance policy can apply for readmission through the Student Affairs department.Students must be in compliance with the attendance rules and regulations of the fieldwork site. Consistent attendance and punctuality are required for successful completion of the fieldwork portion of the program. Students are expected to be at their site on all scheduled days except when ill or in the case of an immediate family emergency. Students missing more than 12 hours of Level I fieldwork will be required to make up the time, at the convenience of the fieldwork educator, holidays and weekends included. Students missing more than three days on each Level II assignment will be required to make the time up, at the convenience of the fieldwork educator, holidays and weekends included. If the fieldwork site has a different policy, the student would defer to that policy. The student will be put on attendance probation after one absence and will be withdrawn on the fourth absence. The student must call to notify the fieldwork site and an Occupational Therapy Assistant program faculty member of the absence. The student will be withdrawn the second time there is no notification of absence.Physical Therapist Assistant ProgramAcademic AttendanceStudents may not miss in excess of 10% of scheduled class hours per term. If at the end of a term a student has missed in excess of 10% of scheduled class hours, he or she will be placed on attendance probation beginning with the next

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term. While on attendance probation, students may not miss in excess of 10% of the scheduled class hours in the term. Any student on attendance probation who misses in excess of 10% of scheduled class hours in the term has violated probation and will be withdrawn from school. If a student on attendance probation does not exceed the 10% rule during the grading period he or she will be removed from attendance probation. A student who is withdrawn from the Physical Therapist Assistant program for violating the attendance policy can apply for readmission by appealing in writing to the institution.Clinical AttendanceStudents must be in compliance with the attendance rules and regulations of the clinical affiliation. Students are only allowed to miss three days of clinic in any term. The student will be put on attendance probation after the second absence and will be withdrawn on the fourth absence. The student must call to notify the clinical affiliation and a program faculty member of the absence. The student will be withdrawn the second time there is no notification of absence.If a student misses three scheduled clinical days in a term, the student is subject to removal from the assigned clinical facility/site. If an alternate clinical placement is not available, the student is subject to withdrawal from the programPhysical Therapist Assistant ClinicalDuring clinical affiliation, the student must comply with the following:

• The school will assign the student to a clinical site. The student may not refuse a clinical site.

• The student will be withdrawn if he or she requests or receives remuneration for clinical activities.

• Any falsification of clinical documentation, including time sheet, will result in withdrawal.

• Certain clinical sites may require drug testing. A positive drug test followed by a reconfirming drug test will result in withdrawal.

If terminated from a clinical site, the student will be withdrawn from the program unless the school determines the termination was a justifiable misunderstanding, miscommunication, or personality conflict. In these cases the student will be assigned to a second clinical site. If the student is terminated from a second clinical site, he or she will be immediately withdrawn.Respiratory Therapy ProgramStudents may miss no more than 10% of the total scheduled class time per term, including classroom, lab, and clinical hours. Any student whose absences reaches 10% of scheduled time (class, lab, and clinical) will immediately be placed on Attendance Probation for the current term and will remain on probation the following term. If while on attendance probation, the student misses cumulative one hour in that term, he or she will be withdrawn. A student who misses in excess of 10% of the scheduled time in the following term will be immediately withdrawn from the RT program. In RT250, a student missing 10% of the classroom, laboratory, and clinic will be withdrawn from the program. A student withdrawn from the RT program may file a Grievance with the Grievance Committee. A student may be on Attendance Probation no more than two times. Respiratory Therapy program policy requires students to call into the school and the clinical site when they will be late or absent. For CLASS days, it is necessary for students to contact the Program Director by calling the school and asking to speak with him or her. For CLINICAL days, it is necessary for the student to contact the clinical site and then the Director of Clinical Education (DCE). The student is to call the school at least an hour before his or her scheduled shift and leave a message on the DCE’s voicemail that he or she will not be at the site.NOTE: If the DCE has a Concorde cell phone, the student is to call the DCE’s cell phone. After either speaking with the DCE or leaving a voice message for the DCE, the student may also choose to send an email. NOTE: An email is not an acceptable primary route of communication and will result in a no call/no show absence.For the clinical site, a student must contact the department supervisor (or his/her designee in the department) at least one hour before the scheduled shift. Students should not leave a voice mail message at the clinical site; they need to speak to a “real” person. If after speaking to an individual at the clinical site, the student may also choose to send an email. NOTE: An email is not an acceptable primary route of communication and will result in a no call/no show absence. When a student is removed from clinical for disciplinary action, the student may be withdrawn from the RT program. If the student is allowed to continue in the RT program, the time missed, as a result of being removed from the clinical rotation, will be taken as time missed per the attendance policy, and will be documented as missed hours.Surgical Technologist ProgramClinical AttendanceStudents must arrive on time for clinical and stay for the entire shift. Late arrivalsor early departures are recorded in the student’s clinical attendance record. Tardiness or leaving early four times will equal an absence. Students may

not miss in excess of 10% of scheduled class days per term. If at the end of a term a student has missed in excess of 10% of scheduled class days, he or she will be placed on attendance probation beginning with the next term. While on probation, students may not miss in excess of 10% of the scheduled class days in the term. Any student on attendance probation who misses in excess of 10% of scheduled class days in the term has violated probation and will be withdrawn from school. If a student on attendance probation does not exceed the 10% rule during the grading period, he or she will be removed from attendance probation. A student who is withdrawn from the Surgical Technologist program for violating the attendance policy can apply for readmission.If for any reason a student is unable to attend a clinical day, he or she is required to call the clinical site and the Surgical Technologist Program Director. The first time a student has a no show/no call absence he or she will be removed from the clinical site and be reassigned to a different clinical site. The second time a student has a no show/no call absence he or she will be withdrawn from the program. A student who misses in excess of 10% of the scheduled clinical days of a grading period will be placed on ATTENDANCE PROBATION beginning with the next grading period.Each student’s clinical attendance record will be reviewed on a weekly basis and at the end of the grading period. If during a clinical rotation the student misses in excess of 10%, he or she will be removed from the clinical site and be reassigned to a different clinical site. If no sites are available, the student will be withdrawn. If during the clinical rotation at the second site the student misses any time, he or she will be withdrawn from the program.If a student misses three (3) scheduled clinical days in a term, the student is subject to removal from the assigned clinical facility/site. If an alternate clinical placement is not available, the student is subject to withdrawal from the program Veterans Administration StudentsEach student’s attendance record will be reviewed at the end of each grading period. A student may not miss more than 20% of the scheduled class days in a grading period. At the end of any grading period, if a student has missed more than 20% of the grading period, the student will be placed on attendance probation beginning with the next grading period.While on attendance probation, a student may not miss more than 20% of the scheduled class days of the grading period. If at the end of the grading period for which the student is on attendance probation, the student will receive a grade for the course just completed and will then be terminated from the program beginning with the next grading period. VA students who fail to conform to the standards of satisfactory attendance, will be terminated from the receipt of benefits. VA benefits will be terminated as of the last date of attendance before exceeding the 20% of the scheduled class days of the grading period. Students with attendance withdrawal must be out of school for one grading period and return on an attendance probation status.If the student on attendance probation does not exceed the 20% rule during the grading period, the student will be removed from attendance probation.Additionally, any student who misses 10 consecutive scheduled class days and does not return on the 11th day may be terminated from the program, regardless of the student’s attendance status.

CAMPUS SAFETY POLICYConcorde is committed to providing a safe and productive environment for all Concorde associates and students. To help prevent incidents of violence from occurring, Concorde has implemented this campus safety policy. Concorde expressly prohibits any acts or threats of violence by an associate, student, or former associate against any other associate or student in or about its facilities or clinical sites at any time. Concorde does not condone any acts or threats of violence against associates, students, clients, or visitors by an individual on the school’s premises at any time or while such an individual is engaged in business with or on behalf of Concorde, on or off the school’s premises.In keeping with the spirit and intent of this policy and to ensure that the objectives in this regard are attained, Concorde is committed to the following policies:

• Providing a safe and healthy work and educational environment.• Taking prompt remedial action up to and including immediate termination

of any associate or student who engages in any threatening behavior or acts of violence or uses obscene, abusive, or threatening language or gestures.

• Taking appropriate action when dealing with clients, former associates/students, or visitors to the school’s facilities who engage in such behavior. Such action may include notifying the police or other law enforcement personnel and prosecuting violators of this policy.

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from bringing unauthorized firearms or other weapons onto the school’s premises.

In furtherance of this policy, associates and students have a “duty to alert” their supervisors, the Campus President, or the Vice President of Human Resources of any suspicious activity, situations, or incidents that they observe or know of that involve other associates, students, former associates, clients, or visitors and that appear problematic. This includes threats or acts of violence, aggressive behavior, offensive acts, and threatening or offensive comments or remarks. Associate and student reports made pursuant to this policy will be held in confidence, to the extent possible. Concorde will not condone any form of retaliation against any associate or student for making a report in good faith under this policy. Threats against individual(s) and/or Concorde should be immediately reported to the Campus President or the Vice President of Human Resources.It is critical that any material relevant to the incident be maintained until Human Resources decides upon proper disposition. Confrontational threats while on campus may be dealt with by the Campus President and the Vice President of Human Resources. Actions may include suspension (for gathering additional facts), written warning, or termination.

CONDUCTStudents must adhere to high standards of scholarship and to conduct that will not interfere with the learning process of any other student, the classroom presentation by the teacher, or the progress of the class in general. Those students whose conduct reflects discredit upon themselves or the school will be subject to suspension and/or termination. The administration of the school reserves the right, in the exercise of its judgment, to suspend and/or dismiss a student for any of the following reasons:

• Failure to abide by the rules and regulations of the school;• Conduct that reflects unfavorably upon the school or its students;• Unsatisfactory academic progress;• Excessive absences or tardiness;• Failure to pay charges when due;• Cheating;• Falsifying school records;• Breach of the school’s Enrollment Agreement;• Putting patient safety in jeopardy through the exercise of poor judgment or

an inability to function properly;• Failure to abide by the rules and regulations of any clinical site;• Entering the campus or classes while under the influence or effects of

alcohol, drugs, or narcotics of any kind;• Carrying a concealed or potentially dangerous weapon;• Conduct that interferes with the learning process of any other student,

the classroom presentation by the teacher, or the progress of the class in general;

• Instigation of, or participation in, rebellious activities against school or students;

• Solicitation that reflects unfavorably upon the school or its students;• Profanity spoken on campus grounds;• Vandalism of campus property;• Disruptive classroom behavior;• Copyright infringement;• Physical threats; or• Theft.

Operation of any type of audio or video recording device without prior approval is prohibited. Violations of this policy may lead to disciplinary actions up to and including dismissal from school. A student dismissed for unsatisfactory conduct may be readmitted into the program only at the discretion of the administration.Hazing PolicyHazing is any conduct or initiation into any organization that willfully or recklessly endangers the physical or mental health of any person. Its imposition, or its use in any form of initiation, is prohibited. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary actions against the violator to include counseling and possible termination from Concorde Career College.Classroom and Laboratory Conduct

• Safety: Because of the health hazards inherent in the healthcare field, safety, health, fire prevention, and proper procedures for handling materials and equipment are stressed in every healthcare class. Rules and safety procedures are posted in each lab.

• Breakage: Although no laboratory breakage is charged, payment may be charged for any deliberate and intentional breakage of equipment.

• Eating: No food or beverages are allowed in laboratories. No food or beverages are allowed in classroom except bottled water with a top.

• Cleanliness: Students are evaluated as to how they care for and maintain equipment. Housekeeping duties will be required of all students. Students are responsible for keeping facilities and equipment clean and neat at all times.

• Homework: Required homework assignments are to be turned in when due. Each student should be prepared to devote time daily to home study.

• Lecture Notes: Students are required to take adequate lecture notes daily.Student Computer Network and Internet ConductConcorde Career College provides students access to its computer network and Internet access for purposes directly related to education. Concorde reserves the right to monitor all usage of its computers and computer systems. This includes the monitoring of e-mail and website access. The following practices are prohibited:

• Installing or executing unauthorized software. Using computers to copy copyrighted or licensed software.

• Using the network for commercial purposes. Users may not buy or sell products or services through the system without prior consent of the corporate network administrator.

• Using the network for advertising or political lobbying.• Accessing websites, newsgroups, or chat areas that contain material

that is sexually related, obscene, or that promotes illegal acts. If a user accidentally accesses this type of information, he or she should immediately notify an instructor, librarian, and/or network administrator.

• Using the network for any activity, or to transmit any material, that violates federal, state, or local laws. This includes, but is not limited to, illegal activities such as threatening the safety of another person or peer-to-peer file sharing of copyrighted materials.

• Using vulgar, derogatory, or obscene language. Users may not engage in personal attacks, harass another person, or post private information about another person.

• Logging on to another person’s account or attempt to access another user’s files.

• “Hacking” or otherwise trying to gain access to another person’s or organization’s computer system.

• Engaging in “spamming” (sending an email to more than 10 people at the same time) or participation in chain letters.

• Intentionally damaging any computer hardware or software.Computer/network resources are of significant value and their abuse can have a negative effect on other users. Noncompliance with this policy may result in loss of computer and network privileges, suspension, and/or termination from school.

CONFIDENTIALITY STATEMENTThe law that applies to physicians regarding the completely confidential nature of patient information is a rule that applies to all Concorde students and employees. Except where necessary in the regular course of business, the discussion, transmission, or narration in any form of any patient information of a personal nature, medical or otherwise, obtained in the regular course of your schooling or employment is strictly forbidden. Any violation of this professional rule shall constitute grounds for severe disciplinary action including possible termination of enrollment contract.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSA diploma, certificate, or degree will be issued to students upon successful completion of all academic requirements. Successful completion of all courses listed in the program breakdowns requires a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or above. All externships must also be successfully completed with a passing grade. Any student on Records Hold must satisfy outstanding obligations before the school will issue an official transcript. A $10.00 fee will be assessed for all duplicate requests. The Florida State Board of Dentistry will issue a certificate for dental radiographer after three months of continuous on-the-job training, assisting in the positioning and exposing of dental radiographic film under the direct supervision of a state-licensed dentist. An application and fee of $35.00 must be submitted to the state.Students enrolled in the Dental Assistant, Medical Office Administration, Patient Care Technician, and Medical Assistant programs must complete a series of Career and Student Success modules prior to starting externship hours as part of their program’s graduation requirements. The modules must be completed prior to the externship. Failure to complete may result in the student being withdrawn. These modules address the readiness of students for college and future employment beyond the specific mastery of skills and content of a health professional. A learning management system (LMS) will deliver the content in a gradual progression giving students the flexibility to exit each module upon completion. The LMS is internet-based, necessitating students without home computer and internet access to schedule time in a campus computer lab or campus Learning Resource Center, or find an alternative source like the local public library to access and complete this requirement.

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FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS & PRIVACY ACTThe Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. These rights include:

1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day we receive a request for access. A student should submit to the Registrar, Academic Dean, or Campus President, a written request that identifies the record(s) the student wishes to inspect. The Concorde official will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the Concorde official to whom the request was submitted, that official shall advise the student of the correct official to whom the request should be addressed.

2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the student believes are inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA. A student who wishes to ask Concorde to amend a record should write the Concorde official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record the student wants changed, and specify why it should be changed. If Concorde decides not to amend the record as requested, Concorde will notify the student in writing of the decision and the student’s right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing.

3. The right to provide written consent before Concorde discloses personally identifiable information from the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. a. Concorde discloses education records without a student’s prior

written consent under the FERPA exception for disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by Concorde in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a person or company with whom Concorde has contracted as its agent to provide a service instead of using Concorde employees or officials (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the Board of Trustees; or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks.

A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibilities for Concorde.

b. Concorde also discloses education records without the student’s consent to officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.

c. Concorde may disclose information on a student without violating FERPA if it has designated the information as “directory information.” At Concorde this includes: Student’s participation in officially recognized activities; month/day of birth (Happy Birthday Lists); Concorde awards received/Program of Study; Graduation announcements and programs. Other than in school publications,Concorde’s policy is we only disclose directory information to law enforcement officials. Students may, if they desire, request that directory information not be released. Such a request must be submitted in writing to the Campus President within the first two weeks of each term.

d. As of January 3, 2012, the U.S. Department of Education’s FERPA regulations expand the circumstances under which your education records and personally identifiable information (PII) contained in such records including your Social Security Number, grades, or other private information may be accessed without your consent. First, the U.S. Comptroller General, the U.S. Attorney General, the U.S. Secretary of Education, or state and local education authorities (“Federal and State Authorities”) may allow access to your records and PII without your consent to any third party designated by a Federal or State Authority to evaluate a federal- or state-supported education program. The evaluation may relate to any program that is “principally engaged in the provision of education,” such as early childhood education and job training, as well as any program that is administered by an education agency or institution. Second, Federal and State Authorities may allow access to your education records and PII without your consent to researchers performing certain types of studies, in certain cases even when we object to or do not request such research. Federal and State Authorities must obtain certain use-restriction and data security promises from the entities that they authorize to receive your PII, but the Authorities need not maintain direct control over such entities. In addition,

in connection with Statewide Longitudinal Data Systems, State Authorities may collect, compile, permanently retain, and share without your consent PII from your education records, and they may track your participation in education and other programs by linking such PII to other personal information about you that they obtain from other Federal or State data sources, including workforce development, unemployment insurance, child welfare, juvenile justice, military service, and migrant student records systems.

4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the University to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is:

Family Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education400 Maryland Avenue, SW

Washington, DC 20202-5901

NO DISCRIMINATION OR HARASSMENT POLICYThe following is Concorde Career Institute’s position on discrimination and harassment:

• Concorde Career Institute is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment that is free from discrimination and harassment for all Concorde associates and students. Accordingly, Concorde does not authorize and will not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment of or by an associate or student based on race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, or any other factor protected by law.

Marital or Parental StatusConcorde Career Colleges, Inc. will comply with all requirements outlined in 34 CFR 106.40 (a) and (b) with regard to the marital or parental status of students. For further information, please contact either the Campus President or Academic Dean.Sexual HarassmentThe prevention and elimination of sexual harassment is of special concern to Concorde. Sexual harassment includes:

1. Physical assaults or physical conduct that is sexual in nature;2. Unwelcome sexual advances or comments or requests for sex or sexual

activities, regardless of whether they are based on promises or threats;3. Sexual displays or publications such as calendars, cartoons, or graffiti; 4. Other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that has the

purpose or effect of interfering with an individual’s work/academic performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work and learning environment; or

5. Retaliation for complaints of harassment. Concorde regards all such pervasive conduct as creating a hostile and offensive work and learning environment in violation of this policy. Examples of sexual harassment include sexual propositions, sexual innuendo, sexually suggestive comments, sexually oriented “kidding,” “teasing” or “practical jokes,” jokes about gender-specific traits, foul or obscene language or gestures, displays of foul or obscene printed or visual material, physical contact such as patting, pinching or brushing against another’s body, or reading or otherwise publicizing in the work and learning environment materials that are sexually suggestive or revealing.

Racial, Religious, or National Origin HarassmentRacial, religious, or national origin harassment deserves special mention as well and is expressly prohibited by this policy. Racial, religious, or national origin harassment includes any verbal, written, or physical act in which race, religion, or national origin is used or implied in a manner that would make a reasonable associate uncomfortable in the work and learning environment. Examples of racial, religious, or national origin harassment include jokes that include reference to race, religion or national origin, the display or use of objects or pictures that adversely reflect on a person’s race, religion or national origin, or use of language that is offensive due to a person’s race, religion or national origin.How to Report Instances of Discrimination or HarassmentConcorde cannot resolve matters that are not brought to its attention. Any associate or student, regardless of position or program, who has a complaint of or who witnesses discrimination or harassment at work/school by anyone, including supervisors, managers, associates, non-associates or students, has a responsibility to immediately bring the matter to Concorde’s attention. To bring instances of discrimination or harassment to Concorde, an associate or student must immediately complain to either of the following individuals who are responsible for enforcing this policy: the Campus President or the Vice President Human Resources, Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.

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How Concorde Investigates Complaints of Discrimination or HarassmentConcorde thoroughly and promptly investigates all claims of discrimination and harassment. Concorde will meet with the complaining associate/student to discuss the results of the investigation and, where appropriate, review the proposed resolution. If an investigation confirms that discrimination or harassment has occurred, Concorde will take corrective action, including such discipline up to/including immediate termination of employment or enrollment, as is appropriate. Claims of assault or the threat of assault, if proven, will result in dismissal. Complaints of discrimination and harassment will be kept as confidential as possible. No associate or student will be subjected to retaliation by Concorde because he or she has reported what he or she reasonably believes to be an incident of discrimination or harassment. If an associate or student believes he or she is being harassed or retaliated against for having made a good faith complaint of discrimination or harassment, the associate or student must report such retaliation to Concorde by immediately contacting either the Campus President or the Vice President of Human Resources, Concorde Career Colleges, Inc., so that the complaint may be investigated and dealt with in an appropriate manner.Concorde’s Commitment to No Discrimination or Harassment PolicyIf a student feels that Concorde has not met its obligations under the policy, he or she should contact the Vice President of Human Resources at Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES POLICYIt is the policy of Concorde Career Colleges, Inc. (Campus) to abide by both the letter and spirit of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and its implementing regulation at 34 Code of Federal Regulations C.F.R., Part 104. Section 504 prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in programs and activities operated by recipients of Federal financial assistance. Covered entities must accommodate students with appropriate academic adjustments and auxiliary aids and services (reasonable accommodations) that are necessary to afford an individual with a disability an equal opportunity to participate in its programs. Concorde is not required to make academic adjustments and/or provide auxiliary aids and services that would result in a fundamental alteration of its programs or impose an undue burden.The Campus prohibits all discrimination against “qualified individuals with disabilities” as defined in Concorde’s Disabilities Policy. In addition, a “qualified disabled person,” with respect to post-secondary and vocational education services, is one who meets the academic and technical standards requisite to participation in the Campus’s education program.No one should inquire of prospective students or applicants whether they have a disability. No one should ask a current student if he or she has a disability.Procedures for Requesting Academic Adjustment and/or Auxiliary Aid:

1. Current students with disabilities wishing to request academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids must contact the Campus President. The Campus President is designated as the Campus Compliance Coordinator (CCC) with respect to Section 504. A disclosure of a disability or request for adjustments and/or aids made to a faculty or staff member, other than the CCC, will not be treated as a request for an academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid. However, if a student discloses a disability to faculty or staff, he or she is required to direct the student to the CCC.

2. The CCC will provide the student with an academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid Request Form for Students with Disabilities to complete. Academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids are available to students who provide documentation of a disability, specifically that they have an impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.

3. In general, the documentation referenced in number two should not be more than three years old prior to entrance testing into a program. The documented assessments must be completed by qualified professionals in the area of disability. The Campus reserves the right to either waive the three-year requirement or request more recent documentation based on the nature of the disability. Documentation and sources used to evaluate the need and determine appropriate adjustments or aids may include a licensed professional’s current medical diagnosis and date of diagnosis, evaluation of how the student’s disability affects one or more of the major life activities and recommendations, psychological and/or emotional diagnostic tests, aptitude and achievement tests with results/reports, functional effects or limitations of the disability (physical limitations) and/or medications and recommendations, and social and cultural background

and adaptive behavior. The Campus reserves the right to request additional documentation as needed.

4. After the CCC or his or her designee receives the academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid Request Form and the required documentation, the CCC will engage in an interactive process with the student to determine what academic adjustment(s) and/or auxiliary aid(s) is appropriate. This process will include primary consideration of the student’s recommendations. It is the responsibility of the student to initiate this process by contacting the Coordinator and participating in the interactive process to identify appropriate academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids. Additionally, Campus policies require that the CCC contact the Vice President of Human Resources immediately following a request for academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids in order to assist in the process. The academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid request form and documentation will be reviewed by the CCC and the Vice President of Human Resources. Within 10 business days, the CCC will meet with the student to discuss the appropriate reasonable academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids needed. Primary consideration will be given to the student’s requested academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids. Any academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid denied will include a written statement as to the basis. Whenever an academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid is denied, CCC will enter into an interactive communication with the requestor and discuss the need for additional documentation and/or alternate academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids.

5. If the student is denied the requested adjustment or aid, he or she may file a grievance using the Grievance Procedure or the student may file a complaint with the Office for Civil Rights.

6. The CCC is responsible for ensuring that approved academic adjustments and auxiliary aids are implemented in a timely manner and will be responsible for ensuring compliance of accommodations through the Academic Dean and Program Director. If students believe that the academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid is not being implemented, they are urged to contact the CCC to discuss the matter. If not resolved, students may file a grievance using the Grievance Procedure or the student may file a complaint with the Office for Civil Rights.

Reasonable academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid may include:• Test-taking facilitation, including arrangement, proctoring, and modification

of test duration and test administration for prospective students and current students with disabilities.

• Interpreter services, including manual and oral interpreting as well as real-time captioning for hearing-impaired students.

• Note-taker services for assistance to students with disabilities in the classroom.

• Reader services and alternate format media, including the coordination and provision of services for students with disabilities in the instructional setting.

• Tutoring provided through Concorde’s faculty and instructional labs.• Access to and arrangements for adaptive educational equipment, software,

and materials.• Priority registration.

An adjustment or aid that fundamentally alters a program of instruction, conflicts with direct licensing requirements, or otherwise negates a requirement essential to the program will not be approved. A student may challenge such a determination by using the Grievance Procedure or the student may file a complaint with the Office for Civil Rights.Grievance ProcedureAny complaints alleging discrimination based on one’s disability, including disagreements regarding requested academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids, may be grieved using the following procedures:

• He or she should contact the Campus Compliance Coordinator (Campus President) to file a formal grievance as soon as the student knew or reasonably should have known of the alleged discriminatory act or disagreement regarding academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids.

• The Campus Compliance Coordinator (CCC) will assist the student in defining the grievance and will witness the student’s signature on the Grievance Form.

• All grievances shall be reviewed and investigated by the Vice President of Academic Affairs and the Academic Affairs Specialist. The Vice President of Academic Affairs and the Academic Affairs Specialist roles should be to investigate whether the student was discriminated based on disability by gathering all relevant information. Allegations can include, but are not limited to, harassment, failure to provide approved aids or adjustments, or a disagreement over what aids and adjustments are appropriate.

• The student shall have an opportunity to express his or her concerns with the Vice President of Academic Affairs and the Academic Affairs Specialist.

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• All reasonable efforts will be made to provide a written determination to the student within 30 days, which will close the charge of discrimination.

• If the student feels the alleged discriminatory act was conducted by the CCC, the student may contact the Vice President of Academic Affairs at 1-800-852-8434 to file a formal grievance at any time in the process.

• The determination made by the Vice President of Academic Affairs and the Academic Affairs Specialist will be the final review.

The Campus is dedicated to protecting the rights provided to individuals with disabilities by Section 504. Federal regulations prohibit the Campus from discriminating against students on the basis of disability. If a student believes that the Campus has discriminated against him or her or another person on the basis of disability, the student may file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.The Campus prohibits retaliation against persons who file complaints of discrimination or assist with or participate in a Campus or government agency investigation, proceeding, or hearing concerning complaints of discrimination. Retaliation complaints may be filed separately with the Office for Civil Rights. Current or prospective students with disabilities wishing to request academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids must contact the Campus President.

OFFICIAL LETTER GRADING SCALEWritten examinations are given periodically and at the completion of each course a final exam is given. Lab exams cover both subject matter and skills evaluation. Records of grades are maintained by the Registrar. Students receive letter grades at the end of each grading period (course) using the official letter grading scale. Grades are based on assignments, tests, and manipulative performance examinations given with each unit of learning.At the end of each evaluation period, the student’s cumulative grade point average will be determined. At this time, academic records will be made available or furnished to the student.The following official letter grading scale is used to indicate the level at which students have achieved the educational objectives of a class:Letter Grade Numerical % Description GPAA 90–100 Exceptionally Competent 4.00B 80–89 Highly Competent 3.00C 70–79 Fully Competent 2.00D*** 60–69 Minimally Competent 1.00F* 0–59 Not Competent 0.00P N/A Successful Completion of Clinical/Externships N/EW* N/A Withdrawal from Course N/EL* N/A LEAVE Withdrawal from Course N/ET N/A Transfer of Credit N/EI** N/A Incomplete (Temporary Grade) N/ESC* N/A Schedule Change N/E

KEY: N/E No effect on grade point average. * This course does not count toward graduation and must be repeated for credit. ** A permanent grade must be assigned. *** This course will be included in the student’s CGPA but must be repeated if it is in his or her major course work.In general, a grade of “D” in general education courses is considered a minimally passing grade and does not have to be repeated. However, there are certain exceptions, particularly in the science courses. Below are the programs and list of courses where students must earn a minimum grade of “C”, else the course must be repeated to be accepted toward graduation in that program.Nursing

• Microbiology• Chemistry

Occupational Therapy Assistant• Anatomy and Physiology I• Anatomy and Physiology II• Human Growth and Development

Physical Therapist Assistant• Anatomy and Physiology I• Anatomy and Physiology II

Respiratory Therapy• Anatomy and Physiology• Microbiology

Non-clinical Program Content CoursesThe official letter grading scale for all non-clincial programs (technical courses only) is as follows:Letter Grade Numerical % Description GPAA 90–100 Exceptionally Competent 4.00B 80–89 Highly Competent 3.00C 70–79 Fully Competent 2.00D*** 60–69 Minimally Competent 1.00F* 0–59 Not Competent 0.00P N/A Successful Completion of Clinical/Externships N/EW* N/A Withdrawal from Course N/EL* N/A LEAVE Withdrawal from Course N/ET N/A Transfer of Credit N/EI** N/A Incomplete (Temporary Grade) N/ESC* N/A Schedule Change N/E

KEY: N/E No effect on grade point average. * This course does not count toward graduation and must be repeated for credit. ** A permanent grade must be assigned. *** This course will be included in the student’s CGPA but must be repeated if it is in his or her major course work.Clinical Program Content CoursesNursing ProgramNursing students must earn a C (75%) or better in each course in the program and maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 for all course work attempted. A student must earn a C (75%) or better in ASN100 and ASN180 (if applicable) in order to advance in the program. To satisfactorily complete a course with a clinical component, the student must satisfactorily meet the clinical objectives. Any clinical course in which the student earns an “F” and/or does not satisfactorily meet the clinical objectives will be withdrawn from the program. Nursing students who meet the following academic criteria will be terminated:

• Fails ASN100 or ASN180• Fails any course with a grade below a “D”• Fails more than two courses

Should terminated students choose to reapply, they must meet the current catalog readmission requirements for the program. Occupational Therapy Assistant ProgramDuring fieldwork experience, the student must comply with the following:

• The school (Program Director/Academic Fieldwork Coordinator) will assign the student to a fieldwork site.

• The student may not refuse a fieldwork site.• The student will be withdrawn if he or she requests or receives

remuneration for fieldwork activities.• Any falsification of fieldwork documentation, including time sheet,

will result in withdrawal.• Though all Occupational Therapy Assistant students are required to

have a criminal background check at admission, certain fieldwork sites may require a second check, immediately prior to fieldwork assignment.

• All Occupational Therapy Assistant students are required to have a drug test immediately prior to fieldwork assignment. A positive drug test followed by a reconfirming drug test, within 24 hours of request, will result in withdrawal.

If the student is terminated from a fieldwork site, he or she will be withdrawn from the program unless the school determines the termination was a justifiable misunderstanding, miscommunication, or personality conflict. In these cases the student will be assigned to a second fieldwork site. If the student is terminated from a second fieldwork site, he or she will be immediately withdrawn from the program.Physical Therapist Assistant ProgramA passing grade in all courses in the Physical Therapist Assistant program is a minimum of 75%. Students must meet or exceed the thresholds defined for all clinical criteria. Term failure results in withdrawal from the program. The student will not be allowed to progress in the program but can return to repeat the term on a space-available basis. Students are required to pass the final academic written/laboratory practical examination each term. Any student unsuccessful on the final examinations will be allowed to remediate the examinations one time before the beginning of the next term but not more than five days after the final examination.The practice of end of course remediation has been discontinued effective for all starts/terms on or after 8-12-13 for all programs except for the Physical Therapist Assistant program.

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Practical Nursing ProgramStudents must earn a “C” or better in all courses and maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0, for all course work attempted.Students must earn a “B” or better grade in the Foundations of Nursing (PVN102H) and Foundations of Nursing Skills Laboratory (PVN103H) courses in order to advance. These courses are critical to student knowledge in the nursing program and may not be remediated. A student may be given an opportunity to remediate a course, other than PVN102H and PVN103H, if he or she receives a “D” for the course. Students who receive an “F” are not eligible for remediation. Students who are eligible for remediation will have up to seven calendar days to remediate and pass a comprehensive course test with 75% or better. Successfully remediated courses can only earn a maximum grade of “C.” A Practical Nursing student may only remediate two (courses during the entire program. Nursing students who meet the following academic criteria will be terminated from the program:

• Fails either Foundations of Nursing or Foundations of Nursing Skills Laboratory

• Fails any course with a grade below “D”• Must remediate more than two courses • Fails to successfully remediate a failed course• Cumulative grade point average falls below 2.0

Any terminated student who chooses to reapply must meet the current catalog readmission requirements for the program.Respiratory Therapy ProgramTo pass any course in the Respiratory Therapy program a student must earn a minimum of 75% theory grade and a pass rating on all clinical objectives for that course. Term failures will result in remedial assignments, mandatory attendance at “practice and review” sessions, and retesting. If the score is not successfully remediated, the student will not be allowed to progress in the program and will be withdrawn or set back on a space-available basis. Students are required to pass the final written and practicum examinations to graduate the program. Any student who is unsuccessful on the final examinations will be allowed to remediate the low test scores one time. If still unsuccessful, the student must repeat the final term.Surgical Technologist ProgramA passing grade in all courses in the Surgical Technologist program is a minimum of 75%. Additionally, students must pass all Laboratory Practical Final Examinations with a minimum of 75%. Students must meet or exceed the thresholds defined for all clinical criteria.The official letter grading scale for the Practical Nursing, Nursing, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Respiratory Therapy, and Surgical Technologist programs (technical courses only) is as follows:Letter Grade Numerical % Description GPAA 90–100 Exceptionally Competent 4.00B 80–89 Highly Competent 3.00C 75–79 Fully Competent 2.00D*** 70-74 Minimally Competent 1.00F* 0–69 Not Competent 0.00P N/A Successful Completion of Clinical/Externships N/EW* N/A Withdrawal from Course N/EL* N/A LEAVE Withdrawal from Course N/ET N/A Transfer of Credit N/EI** N/A Incomplete (Temporary Grade) N/ESC* N/A Schedule Change N/E

KEY: N/E No effect on grade point average. * This course does not count toward graduation and must be repeated for credit. ** A permanent grade must be assigned. *** This course will be included in the student’s CGPA but must be repeated if it is in his or her major course work.

SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS POLICYStudents must make satisfactory progress toward the completion of course requirements in their selected program of study, regardless of Federal Financial Aid eligibility. Students are considered to making satisfactory academic progress if they meet the following criteria.

1. Must maintain a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) as defined by their program of study.

2. Must maintain an adequate rate of progress toward successful competition of their program.

3. Must complete the enrolled program within the maximum time frame.

Students receive letter grades at the end of each grading period utilizing the official letter grading scale for their program. Grades are based on assignments, tests, examinations, and skill evaluations given with each unit of learning. Students should refer to their programmatic grading scales as published in the school catalog. At the end of each evaluation period, the student’s grade card will be made available and/or furnished to the student. Students are required to maintain an adequate rate of progress toward successful completion of their program. All periods of the student’s enrollment count when accessing progress. In addition to the CGPA and rate of progress requirements listed above, students must successfully complete all required course credits of their program within the maximum time frame. The maximum time frame cannot exceed one and one-half (1.5) times the credit hours or clock hours required to complete the program.

Each program is broken down into evaluation periods. At the end of each evaluation or grading period, the student’s CGPA and rate of progress will be evaluated. The evaluation will ensure that the total program credit hours/clock hours plus credit/clock hours to be repeated due to academic failure do not exceed the maximum time frame. A student failing to maintain the minimum standards of academic progress will be notified of such and will face administrative actions. These actions include being placed on FA Warning, FA Probation, and loss of Federal Financial Aid eligibility.

Diploma programs six terms or longer (except VN/PN)

TERM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Min CGPA 1.0 1.0 1.33 1.60 1.66 2.0 2.0 2.0

ROP 0% 0% 33% 50% 60% 67% 67% 67%

Diploma programs less than six terms (except VN/PN)

TERM 1 2 3 4 5

Min CGPA 1.0 1.33 1.60 1.66 2.0

ROP 0% 33% 50% 60% 67%

All degree granting programs and VN/PN require a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and Rate of Progress of 67% at every evaluation period.

FINANCIAL AID (FA) WARNINGFinancial Aid (FA) Warning will be assigned to a student not making satisfactory academic progress without an appeal or other action by the student. The school will advise the student of his or her status prior to the student returning to class. A student on FA Warning may continue to receive FSA funds for one payment period.

A student on FA Warning who achieves a minimum CGPA and Rate of Progress by the next evaluation period will be removed from FA Warning and placed back in good standing and retain his or her eligibility for FSA funds. A student who fails to make satisfactory academic progress after the FA Warning period will lose his or her eligibility for FSA funds unless the student is granted an FA Appeal and placed on FA Probation.

FINANCIAL AID (FA) APPEALSA student may appeal the loss of financial aid based on mitigating circumstances. The appeal must be submitted in writing within 3 calendar days of being notified that the student is in a non-satisfactory progress status, to the Campus President. The Campus President will review the appeal and respond to the student within 48 hours of receiving the appeal. Students may only apply for an FA Appeal twice–-regardless if the appeal is approved or denied.

Written FA Appeals must include: • A clear statement about the mitigating circumstances that have

caused the student to be unsuccessful and include appropriate supporting documentation of such circumstances;

• Explaination of how such mitigating circumstances contributed to the student’s academic situation; and

• Explaination about what has changed in the student’s situation that would allow the student to attain satisfactory academic progress at the next payment period.

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If the student chooses not to appeal or the appeal is denied, the student may continue on a cash pay basis, assuming he or she meets all other programmatic academic requirements, until the student achieves the minimum CGPA and required rate of progress.If the FA Appeal is approved, the student will be placed on FA Probation for one payment period and regain his or her eligibility for Federal Financial Aid.

FINANCIAL AID (FA) PROBATIONFinancial Aid (FA) Probation is a status assigned to a student who has failed to make satisfactory academic progress after being placed on FA Warning and granted an FA Appeal. The school will advise the student of his or her status prior to the student returning to class. A student on FA Probation may continue to receive FSA funds for one payment period. A student on FA Probation who achieves a minimum CGPA and rate of progress by the next evaluation period will be removed from FA Probation and placed back in good standing and retain his or her eligibility for FSA funds. A student who fails to make satisfactory academic progress after the FA Probation period will lose his or her eligibility for FSA funds. The student may continue his or her program on a cash-pay basis, assuming he or she meets all other programmatic academic requirements.

MAXIMUM TIME FRAMETo maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress, a student’s credit/clock hours attempted cannot exceed 1.5 times (150%) of the credit/clock hours required to complete the program. Example:Credit Hours Required for Program Maximum Credit Hours Attemptedt

24.0 36.029.0 43.5

REPETITIONSStudents will be allowed to repeat a failed course once. Both the grade for the failed course and the repeated course will appear on the transcript, but only the second grade will be used in calculating CGPA. However, the original course and repeated course credit/clock hours are included in the maximum time frame calculation.

ACADEMIC PROBATIONA student whose cumulative grade point average is less than 2.00 at the end of a grading period is placed on Academic Probation. If a student fails to achieve a 2.00 grade point average for the next evaluation period or for any evaluation period in which the student is on Academic Probation, the student will be terminated for academic failure. A student will be removed from Academic Probation upon achieving at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average. If a student on Academic Probation achieves satisfactory progress for the subsequent evaluation period but does not achieve the required cumulative grade point average, he or she may continue on Academic Probation for one more evaluation period. The enrollment of a student who fails to achieve overall academic success for his or her program at the end of two successive probationary periods shall be terminated. Veterans Administration StudentsThe school will notify the VA when a student receiving VA education benefits is placed on Academic Probation. Students will be advised of any counseling services available to them at the school in order to resolve academic or other problems and to establish a meaningful plan for successful completion of their education or training. The school will also remind students of the counseling services and tutorial assistance benefits available through VA. When a student has failed to maintain prescribed standards of progress, the VA will be informed promptly so that benefit payments can be discontinued in accordance with the law. The termination date assigned by the school will be the last day of the term or other evaluation period in which the student’s progress became unsatisfactory. Schools that provide a period of

COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENTThe unauthorized reproduction or distribution of copyrighted materials is prohibited. This may include, but is not limited to, Internet file-to-file transfer, student-to-student transfer, photocopies, or undisclosed use of copyrighted material in essays or other works created by a student. Students using copyrighted materials are required to identify the source of the material and its copyright in all school materials. Copyrighted materials can include music, pictures, books, magazines, and newspapers in all forms, including the date obtained from the Internet. In addition to any civil or criminal liabilities, any unauthorized reproduction or use of copyrighted materials is grounds for disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from school.

Anyone found to have infringed a copyrighted work may be liable for Actual Damages and Profits. A copyright owner is entitled to recover the actual damages suffered by him or her as a result of the infringement, and any profits of the infringer that are attributable to the infringement. Statutory damages for copyright infringement range from $750 up to $30,000 for each work infringed and, if willful infringement is proven by the copyright owner, that amount may be increased up to $150,000 for each work infringed. In addition, an infringer of a work may also be liable for the attorney’s fees incurred by the copyright owner to enforce his or her rights.

OUTSIDE CLASSROOM WORKStudents will find the work in each program to be stimulating and challenging, requiring them to maximize their time and problem solving strategies. Students demonstrate their commitment to learning via work and time spent inside and outside the class. In addition to the time spent in class per week, students are required to spend time outside of class on reading assignments, writing assignments, practice and practical applications, and projects or other equivalent learning experiences to help them achieve the course objectives. Specific details on the outside classroom work are found in the individual course syllabi, which students receive at the beginning of each course.

SCHOLASTIC HONESTYIt is assumed that all students are enrolled in class to learn; therefore, cheating is not an acceptable practice. Dishonesty of any type in a course, including cheating on examinations or plagiarizing materials, can result in a grade of “F” and may be cause for suspension and/or termination. Plagiarism includes passing off or attempting to pass off the ideas or writing of another person as one’s own.Students are prohibited from operating any type of audio or video recording device in a classroom, laboratory, or clinical setting without prior expressed permission from the Campus President or Academic Dean. Prohibited items include, but are not limited to: video cameras, telephones with audio or video recording capability, computers, electronic tablets, or watches with audio or video recording capability. This is not an all-inclusive list. Violations of this policy may lead to disciplinary actions up to and including dismissal from school.

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS (VARIES BY CAMPUS)(COURSES ARE LISTED IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER AND NOT BY PROGRAM) JACKSONVILLE | MIRAMAR | ORLANDO | TAMPA

ASN100: Foundations of Nursing Credit Hours: 8.00 Clock Hours: 45/60/135Introduces concepts of nursing history, theory, and roles within the context of the health care system. Topics include health-illness continuum, the nursing process, therapeutic communication, client teaching, documentation, legal-ethical issues, safety, basic health assessment, and needs. Foundational nursing skills are introduced in class and practiced in the laboratory and clinical setting. ASN110: Pharmacology I Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 15/30/0This course focuses on the principles and dynamics of pharmacology; medication administration; drug classifications; oral; intravenous and subcutaneous drug dosages and calculations; contraindications; and interactions. ASN150: Medical-Surgical Nursing I Credit Hours: 6.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/135Provides the Nursing student with beginning concepts in medical-surgical nursing for clients across the life span. Students apply the nursing process to provide care to clients with non-complex health conditions in various settings Prerequisites: ASN100, ASN110ASN180 Transition to Professional Nursing Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 30/0/0Emphasis on role delineation for the LPN/VN to RN. Includes a review of the nursing process, critical thinking, and clinical decision making for use with medical surgical and pharmacological concepts. Prerequisite: Possession of an unrestricted VN/PN licenseASN210: Pharmacology II Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/0Students focus on the parenteral therapies to include IV fluids, IV medication, parenteral nutrition, administration of blood/blood products with peripheral, and central venous access. Using a case study approach, students explore advanced concepts of pharmacotherapy. Prerequisites: ASN110ASN220: Health Assessment Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 15/30/0This course develops skills of nursing assessment across the life span using effective communication, interviewing, and physical examination techniques. Emphasis on critical thinking skills in assessment, data analysis, and identification of actual and potential health needs. Prerequisites: ASN150, ASN210ASN230: Maternal-Child Health Nursing Credit Hours: 5.00 Clock Hours: 45/15/68Study of child-bearing and child-rearing families across the health-illness continuum. Nursing care of women, children, and adolescents are addressed in class and, laboratory/clinical experiences. Prerequisites: ASN150, ASN210ASN240: Medical-Surgical Nursing II Credit Hours: 6.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/135Using knowledge gained from life sciences and basic nursing courses, students plan and provide nursing care to clients with complex health conditions of the respiratory, cardiovascular, integumentary, and immune systems. Prerequisites: ASN150, ASN210ASN250: Mental Health Nursing Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 30/0/45This course develops nursing skills that promote the psychosocial integrity of the individual and families through the life span. The course emphasizes therapeutic communication and the nursing process in the care of clients with common mental health disorders including substance abuse and violence to self and others. Prerequisites: ASN100, ASN220, ASN230ASN260: Community Health Nursing Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/0This course develops the role of the registered nurse in a variety of collaborative community settings. Focus is on the nursing care of individuals in the community as well as population focused care. Discussion includes triage, prioritization, and delivery considerations in emergent and disaster situations. Prerequisites: ASN220, ASN230ASN270: Medical-Surgical Nursing III Credit Hours: 6.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/135Continuing to build on previous knowledge, students plan and provide nursing care to clients with complex conditions of the neurological, metabolic, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary systems. Prerequisites: ASN240 ASN250, ASN260

ASN280: Professional Nursing Roles Credit Hours: 4.00 Clock Hours: 30/0/90This course socializes students into the registered nurse role. Focuses on the exploration/analysis of contemporary nursing practice, current trends and issues, the application of evidence-based practice, and the use of leadership and management principles in the delivery of care. Students develop skills and documents for use in obtaining employment. Includes individual assessment of needs, study, and test-taking strategies for successful completion of the NCLEX-RN exam. Prerequisites: ASN240, ASN250, ASN260ASN290: NCLEX Review Credit Hours: 0.50 Clock Hours: 7.5/0/0Individual assessment of needs, plus a discussion of study and test-taking strategies for successful completion of the NCLEX-RN exam. Prerequisites: ASN240, ASN250, ASN260BIOL1240: Anatomy & Physiology II Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 15/30/0The second of two courses covers the organization of the body and the anatomy and physiology of various body systems: circulatory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immunity, digestive, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive. The major organs of systems and how they relate to overall status of the body are discussed.

BIOL1301: Anatomy & Physiology Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0Students learn the structure and function of the major organ systems. The course centers on basic anatomy and physiology, which are not taught as an end in themselves, but a basis for comprehension of the workings of the human body in health and disease. Emphasis is placed on diseases, skeletal and muscular system, nervous and sensory systems, nutrition, and the cardiopulmonary system.BIOL1310: Anatomy & Physiology I Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0The organization of the body and the anatomy and physiology of the cells, tissues and membranes, and various body systems: integumentary, muscular, skeletal, nervous, sensory, and endocrine. The major organs of studied systems and how they relate to the overall status of the body are discussed. BIOL1320: Anatomy & Physiology IICredit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0The second of two courses covers the organization of the body and the anatomy and physiology of various body systems: circulatory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immunity, digestive, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive. The major organs of systems and how they relate to overall status of the body are discussed.BIOL1330: Microbiology Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0Students learn a branch of biology dealing with microscopic forms of life. They learn how microorganisms on humans can be both beneficial and harmful. Students gain insight on different viruses and how they affect humans, the environment, and the future of genetics. BIOL1340: Anatomy & Physiology I Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 30/30/0This course covers the organization of the body and the anatomy and physiology of the cells, tissues and membranes, and various body systems: integumentary, muscular, skeletal, nervous, sensory, and endocrine. The major organs of studied systems and how they relate to the overall status of the body are discussed. BIOL1410: Anatomy & Physiology I Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 30/30/0This course covers the organization of the body and the anatomy and physiology of the cells, tissues and membranes, and various body systems: integumentary, muscular, skeletal, nervous, sensory, and endocrine. The major organs of studied systems and how they relate to the overall status of the body are discussed. BIOL1420: Anatomy & Physiology II Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 15/30/0The second of two courses covers the organization of the body and the anatomy and physiology of various body systems: circulatory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immunity, digestive, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive. The major organs of systems and how they relate to overall status of the body are discussed.CHEM1310: Chemistry Credit Hours 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0Development and application of concepts, theories, and laws underlying chemistry. Topics include inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, and properties of both ionic and covalent compounds, stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, the states of matter, reaction rates, and equilibria.

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CSCI1310: Computer Science Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0Students are familiarized with computer terminology and software programs. Students learn the basics for word processing, utilizing different software. This course is designed to familiarize the student with an entry-level software program most commonly used in medical and business offices. The course is presented on three levels: concepts, procedures, and activities. COMM1310: Elements of Human Communication Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0Students have the opportunity to learn and apply practical principles of human interpersonal communication in daily life. Emphasis is placed on the psychological, social, cultural, and linguistic factors that affect person-to-person interaction. Through practical application, this course assists students in improving public speaking skills.

DENTAL ASSISTANT COURSE CODE LEGENDIf the course code's Sixth and Seventh

Digit are: The course is aligned with:

C2 JacksonvilleD2 MiramarE2 OrlandoF2 Tampa

DA110C2: Introduction to Dental Assisting Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students review the history of dentistry and receive an introduction to various dental specialties and the dental health team members’ roles. The course covers legal/ethical issues in dentistry, human anatomy and physiology, embryology, and tooth morphology. Students are introduced to OSHA and HAZ-COM guidelines for infection control and management of hazardous materials. Students learn to identify dental instruments and equipment and covers the CDA and EFDA certification of the Dental Assisting National Boards. DA120C2: Preventative Dentistry Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students focus on preventive dentistry, study the use of dental anesthesia, and continue to learn about infection and disease control through the study of microbiology, asepsis, and effective sterilization techniques. In the administrative area, students become familiar with computers and Microsoft® Word word processing software and practice front office skills such as scheduling appointments, recalling patients, and filing.DA130C2: Dental Radiology Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students focus on dental radiology and operative dentistry. They begin studying the scientific principles underlying use of x-rays and move on to the acquisition of practical skills. They learn about various materials and devices used in dentistry and receive practical instruction in operative dentistry procedures. In the administrative area - students focus on human relations, effective telephone techniques, mail handling, and management of inventory and supplies.DA140C2: Restorative Dentistry Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students learn about advantages and disadvantages of different types of restoration materials and the procedures and set-up requirements for each type of material. In the administrative area, students practice manual and computer charting and are introduced to the financial aspects of managing a dental practice, including banking procedures, bookkeeping, and billing and collections.DA150C2: Oral Surgical Procedures Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students receive an overview of the dental specialties of prosthodontics, periodontics, and oral surgery, as well as dental pharmacology. In the clinical area, students learn to set up custom trays and to perform procedures for fabricating and fitting dentures, crowns, and bridges. In addition, they practice assisting the oral surgeon before, during, and after surgery. This include learning to work with periodontal dressings, retraction cords, and sutures. In the administrative area, students focus on payroll management and dental insurance.DA160C2: Specialized Dentistry Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students focus on the specialties of endodontics, pedodontics, and orthodontics. They receive thorough grounding in techniques for infection and disease control, AIDS prevention, universal precautions and OSHA guidelines, and learn the importance of proper nutrition to good dental health. Students are given an overview of the ethical and legal issues that may arise in the practice of dentistry.DA200E: Externship Credit Hours: 5.00 Clock Hours: 0/0/240In the final phase of training students are placed in a dental clinic setting. This cooperative effort between the school and the dentist’s office gives students the opportunity to gain confidence/competence and sharpen/refine the skills learned in the classroom. While on externship students are evaluated by the clinical site staff.DA110D2: Basic Sciences & Infection Control Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students are introduced to the anatomy and physiology of the structures of the head and neck. Students learn the mechanisms of disease transmission and how to prevent disease through effective infection-control methods. OSHA guidelines and regulations, methods of sterilization, and AIDS awareness are emphasized. Students also learn how to operate and maintain the dental treatment room equipment. Dental terminology is included in all sessions.

DA120D2: Introduction to Dentistry and CPR Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students learn to respond to a variety of dental emergencies, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), various techniques for clearing obstructed airways, and monitoring vital signs. Students are evaluated on their proficiency in these techniques. Students identify different types of teeth, their functions, and are instructed in dental numbering systems, charting procedures, and coronal polishing techniques. Students learn topics including the role of proper nutrition in dental health, anesthetic syringe setup, and the functions/potential side effects of drugs used in the practice of dentistry. Students learn to write and interpret prescriptions.DA130D2: Dental Instrumentation/Business Office Management Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Focuses on the ethical/legal aspects of the dental profession, with emphasis on state/federal regulations and certification requirements. Students learn to identify and transfer dental instruments and perform front-office duties such as greeting patients, answering phones, preparing insurance forms, scheduling appointments, using pegboards, and maintaining accounts receivable and payable.DA140D2: Dental Radiology/Clinical Procedures Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students are taught the uses and methods of preparing various dental materials and learn how to mix temporary and permanent cements, bases, and varnishes; how to prepare cavity liners and place temporary fillings; how to mix and place periodontal dressings; how to perform periodontal charting; how to set up and use amalgam and composite trays; and how to instruct patients on proper home care. Students receive instruction in the theory and principles of x-rays and in techniques such as the positioning of x-ray film for exposing a full-mouth series and exposing, processing, and mounting the series.DA150D2: Advanced Dental Procedures I Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Introduces current dental specialties, procedures, and the Dental Assistant’s role in each. Students receive hands-on practice in preparing the special tray set-ups discussed in class lectures. They identify rubber dam equipment and how to place/remove them. They practice writing laboratory prescriptions, mixing rubber bases and impression materials, taking alginate impressions, pouring and trimming models, fabricating custom trays, and applying sealants.DA160D2: Advanced Dental Procedures II Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students learn to fabricate/place temporary crowns, place retraction cord, write laboratory prescriptions, maintain a sterile field in oral surgery, set up a surgical tray, and instruct patients in postoperative home care. Students are introduced to oral pathology and the psychology of special patients’ needs in the dental office.DA200E: Externship Credit Hours 5.00 Clock Hours: 0/0/240In the final phase of training, students are placed in a dental clinic setting for 240 hours. This cooperative effort between the school and the dentist’s office gives students the opportunity to gain confidence and competency and to sharpen and refine skills learned in the classroom. While on externship, students receive two evaluations by the clinical site staff. DA110E2: Introduction to Dental Assisting Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students review the history of dentistry and receive an introduction to various dental specialties and the roles of members of the dental health team. The course covers legal and ethical issues in dentistry, human anatomy and physiology, embryology, and tooth morphology. Students are introduced to OSHA and HAZ-COM guidelines for infection control and management of hazardous materials, and identify dental instruments and equipment. CDA and EFDA certification of the Dental Assisting National Boards are also covered.DA120E2: Dental Specialties/Procedures/Disease Processes/Coronal Polishing Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Dental specialties and instrumentation such as endodontics, oral surgery, amalgam and composite restorations. Students learn microbiology, anesthesia, pharmacology, and oral pathology and are introduced to oral evacuation. They perform coronal polishing and fluoride treatment procedures on patients.DA130E2: Patient Care and Dental Practice Management Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students learn administrative duties of the Dental Assistant, including the use of basic office equipment, patient records, filing, inventory control, accounts payable and receivable, dental insurance, telephone techniques, appointment scheduling, dental charting, keyboarding, and basic computer operation. The course gives students the opportunity to practice manuscript writing and giving oral presentations. Students are also trained in CPR and are introduced to charting.DA140E2: Dental Materials & Procedures Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students cover EFDA functions, including dental dam, cements, amalgam, composite, crown and bridge and tofflemire/matrix band placement. They will also be introduced to the properties and uses of restorative materials.DA150E2: Diagnostic Procedures/Nutrition/Orthodontics Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0This course covers diagnostic procedures including dental charting, assisting in taking the patient’s medical/dental history, measuring vital signs, and conducting the oral exam. It includes preventive dentistry and nutrition. Students learn about alginate impressions, diagnostic casts and fabrication of removable appliances, and continue to explore psychology and communication, needs of special patients, and medical emergencies. At least 25 hours is devoted to orthodontics instruction.

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Students practice manuscript writing and giving oral presentations, and are introduced to interviewing techniques and résumé and letter writing.DA160E2: Dental Radiography Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0This course covers the history of radiation, the production of diagnostic radiographs, protection for dental staff and patient, and the identification, processing, and mounting of radiographs. It includes tasks related to the techniques for exposing bitewing and periapical radiographs, producing full-mouth surveys.DA200E: Externship Credit Hours 5.00 Clock Hours: 0/0/240In the final phase of training, students are placed in a dental clinic setting for 240 hours. This cooperative effort between the school and the dentist’s office gives students the opportunity to gain confidence and competency and to sharpen and refine skills learned in the classroom. While on externship, students receive two evaluations by the clinical site staff. DA110F2: Anatomy, Physiology & Medical Emergencies Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0This course reviews the history of dentistry and begins the study of human anatomy and physiology. Students study the processes of disease transmission in the dental office and learn the techniques of universal precautions and effective methods of sterilization and disinfection in accordance with OSHA guidelines for infection control. Students learn how to respond to a variety of dental emergencies. In the administrative portion of this course, students focus on basic office duties, including telephone techniques. DA120F2: Chairside Assisting Oral Pathology & Histomorphology Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic techniques of chairside assisting, including patient preparation, instrument identification and transfer, utilization of high-volume evacuation systems, and charting. Students study current concepts of “four-handed dentistry.” The administrative portion of the course focuses on appointment scheduling and patient recalls. DA130F2: Removable Prosthodontics Oral Surgery & Pharmacology Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students learn to identify and understand the functions of the instruments used in orthodontics and oral surgery, and they learn how to remove sutures and give patients post-operative instructions. They are introduced to the pharmacology of dentistry, including local and general anesthetics, and study the step-by-step process for fabricating partial and full dentures. The administrative portion of the course focuses on career development skills.DA140F2: Dental Radiology, Endodontics & Pedodontics Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0This course prepares students to sit for the dental radiology certification examination of the Florida Board of Dentistry. Students learn basic techniques of dental radiology, such as identifying anatomical landmarks and positioning x-ray film in preparation for taking x-rays. Students also learn to expose, process, and mount x-rays and to evaluate/correct technical errors. Radiation safety is emphasized. Students familiarize themselves with the instruments used in endodontic treatment and learn techniques for the application of rubber dam and sealants. The administrative portion of the course continues to focus on career development skills.DA150F2: Preventative Dentistry, Periodontics & Fixed Prosthodontics Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0This course focuses on preventive dentistry, including proper oral hygiene, coronal polishing, and periodontal disease, as a consequence of poor oral hygiene and inadequate dental care. Students learn to apply periodontal, and study fixed prosthodontics, and learn how to fabricate temporary crowns. The administrative portion of the course focuses on the processing of dental insurance claims.DA160F2: Dental Materials & Operative Dentistry Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0This course focuses on the restoration and impression materials used in the practice of dentistry, including waxes, resins, and metal and porcelain products. Students study the properties/uses of these materials and how to prepare them. The administrative portion of the course focuses on office communications and typing skills.DA200E: Externship Credit Hours 5.00 Clock Hours: 0/0/240In the final phase of training, students are placed in a dental clinical setting. This cooperative effort between the school and dentist’s office gives the student the opportunity to gain confidence and competency, and to sharpen and refine the skills they learned in the classroom setting. The clinical site staff evaluates the students.ENGL1310: English Composition I Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0Students apply the principles and techniques of written, expository, and persuasive composition; analysis of literary, expository, and persuasive texts; and critical thinking.ENGL1320: English Composition II Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0This course develops writing skills with emphasis on instruction and practice in writing the college essay and library research paper. It focuses on attention to available reference materials, use of library, note taking, critical evaluation of evidence, and conventions for documenting academic papers. Students practice organizing and writing a long expository essay based on use of library resourcesMATH1310: Contemporary Mathematics Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0In this course, students will learn the theory and application of number sets, logic, numeration systems, number theory & sequencing, equations-inequalities & problem solving, functions & graphs, abstract mathematical systems, probability, and statistics.

MATH1320: College Algebra Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0The course covers principles and applications of real numbers, equation, inequalities and systems of linear equations and inequalities, graphing, exponents, polynomials, rational expressions, roots and radicals, and quadratic equations. The course is designed to expand students’ reasoning abilities and teach them to read, write, and think mathematically.MDCA1310: Fundamentals of Medical Assisting Credit Hours 3.00 Clock Hours: 40/40/0Students practice basic clerical duties, supply ordering, and appointment scheduling. They learn medical terms, CPR, and positive communication skills, and practice keyboarding and perform vital sign procedures. MDCA1320: Administrative & Front Office Credit Hours 3.00 Clock Hours: 40/40/0Students practice billing and collection procedures, insurance claims processing, banking procedures, and accounts payable processes. They learn elements of diagnostic/procedural coding, blood-borne pathogens, and HIV/AIDS. They perform vital sign procedures and emergency first aid procedures.MDCA1330: Health & Disease I Credit Hours 3.00 Clock Hours: 40/40/0Students learn about the structure and function of major body systems: the skeletal, muscular, digestive, urinary, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Common diseases, disorders, and medical terminology of these systems are discussed. Students perform examination room preparation, cold and heat therapy, cast removal, glucose/cholesterol analysis, and ambulation. Students practice assisting patients during examinations, taking vital sign measurements, and providing patient education. Prerequisites: MDCA1310, MDCA1320MDCA1340: Health & Disease II Credit Hours 3.00 Clock Hours: 40/40/0Students learn about the structure and function of major body systems: integumentary, nervous, circulatory, respiratory, immune, and special senses. Common diseases, disorders, and medical terminology of these systems are discussed. Students perform electrocardiograms, nebulizer treatments, suture removal, visual screening, and spirometry testing. They practice cleaning minor wounds, applying bandages, administering eye and ear medications, and irrigating eyes and ears. Prerequisites: MDCA1310, MDCA1320MDCA1350: Clinical Laboratory I Credit Hours 3.00 Clock Hours: 40/40/0Students learn about the clinical laboratory and the associated safety and regulatory guidelines. They explore basic microbiology and hematology and practice using a microscope. They learn the proper procedures for collecting, processing, and testing urine specimens. Students perform venipuncture and capillary puncture. Prerequisites: MDCA1330, MDCA1340MDCA1360: Clinical Laboratory II Credit Hours 3.00 Clock Hours: 40/40/0Students apply principles of infection control, asepsis, and sterilization. They perform intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections, calculate medication dosages, and administer medication. Students practice assisting with minor surgical procedures. Prerequisites: MDCA1330, MDCA 1340MDCA1570: Externship Credit Hours 5.00 Clock Hours: 0/0/240Students perform medical assistant functions in a medical facility. They are supervised and evaluated on skills acquired in the program content courses. Students perform phlebotomy, injections, patient record maintenance, vital sign measurement, patient exam preparation, and other medical assistant duties as assigned by the physician, on-site supervisor, or extern coordinator. Prerequisites: MDCA1310, MDCA1320, MDCA1330, MDCA1340, MDCA1350, MDCA1360NDTP1320: Pharmacology for Health Careers Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0This course provides a study of drug classifications, actions, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, methods of administration, client education, and calculation of dosages. NUPC1260: Patient Care Technician Clinical Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 0/0/100Students learn to provide appropriate patient care and to assist with prescribed rehabilitation activities. This course builds on the clinical skills students have acquired thus far to provide basic bedside patient care in an acute care setting. Among these are the provisions of preoperative and postoperative care, and listening and communication skills.NUPC1310: Health Careers Core Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 40/40/0Students focus on communication skills and examine the legal/ethical issues that arise in the healthcare field. They begin their study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body and associated medical terminology. Students also acquire such clinical skills as CPR and HIV and Hepatitis prevention through the use of universal precautions and infection control. NUPC1320: Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 40/40/0Students focus on the special needs of the geriatric patient. Emphasis is on health and hygiene and daily living activities. Students provide appropriate patient care and assist with prescribed rehabilitation activities. Students become familiar with medical charts, plans of care, and reporting requirements. Students learn the skills necessary to care for patients of all ages in a home setting, with emphasis on nutritional management. Students are introduced to the legal issues involved in home health care, and continue learning to apply principles of infection control and to practice charting. Prerequisites: NUPC1310

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NUPC1330: Advanced Patient Care Skills Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 40/40/0This course presents skills commonly used by Patient Care Technicians in long-term and acute care settings. Major topics include wound care, specimen collection, airway care, oxygen administration, internal tubes, and elimination assistance. Additionally, skills in respiratory care as well as pediatric and infant assessment are covered. Prerequisites: NUPC1320NUPC1340: Patient Care Technician Clinical Skills (Phlebotomy) Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 40/40/0This course introduces anatomy and physiology and offers an introduction to collection by both venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques using various pieces of equipment used at hospitals and long-term care facilities. Emphasis is on basic skills, safety, and infection control. Prerequisites: NUPC1330NUPC1350: Patient Care Technician Clinical Skills (EKG) Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 40/40/0This course introduces anatomy and physiology with an emphasis on the heart, operation of the electrocardiograph, and recording of EKGs, cardiac pathology, and basic cardiac rhythm recognition skills. Prerequisites: NUPC1340NUTR1310: Nutrition Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0This course covers the functions and food sources of proteins, carbohydrates and fats, and identifies current recommendations for intake of each. A discussion includes changes in nutrient needs throughout the life cycle and suggestions to ensure adequate nutrition during each stage of life. Students are exposed to standard diets and modifications of diets for disease processes.OTA100: Occupational Therapy Service Delivery Systems Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/0This course examines the context of service delivery in occupational therapy. Various models of health-care, education, community, and social systems are also examined. Reimbursement mechanisms related to various practice settings, and federal and state regulatory and legislative bodies affecting practice are explored. Informal and formal ethical dispute-resolution systems and personal and organizational ethical conflict resolution systems that have jurisdiction over occupational therapy practice are examined.OTA101: Introduction to Occupational Therapy Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0 Provides a basic introduction to the field of occupational therapy for the occupational therapy assistant student. Content includes an introduction to the history, philosophy, and practice of occupational therapy, professional organizational structure, legal/ethical implications, and the process of service delivery.OTA102: Introduction to Occupational Therapy Lab Credit Hours 2.00 Clock Hours: 0/60/0 This lab course provides hands-on experiences that correspond to the didactic portion of the Introduction to Occupational Therapy course. Content areas include hands-on experience as an overview of the profession of occupational therapy and specialties such as Basic Life Support (BLS), first aid, infection control, vital signs, medical terminology, transfer techniques, and assistive and adaptive devices used to enhance functional ability and independence in activities of daily living (ADL), life tasks, and occupations.OTA103: Functional & Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0This course expands upon previous knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy and neuromuscular physiology to include applied movement concepts and normal functional movement patterns, identifying anatomical position and major planes of the body, and the structure and basic functional implications of the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. OTA104: Functional & Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology Lab Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 0/60/0This lab course provides hands-on experiences that correspond to the didactic portion of Functional & Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology. This course includes hands-on surface palpation of joints and muscles, and biomechanical principles of joint motion, posture, and balance.OTA105: Clinical Conditions I Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0This course focuses on the etiology, clinical process, and prognosis of common diseases and illnesses, and the effect of disease or illness on an individual’s performance and the impact this has on the person, family, and society. Content includes physical, mental, developmental, and orthopedic conditions.OTA106: Therapeutic Media Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/0This manipulation course provides knowledge and use of tools, equipment, and basic techniques of therapeutic media. Emphasis is given to analysis and instruction of activities frequently used as occupational therapy media in multiple community and clinical settings.OTA107: Therapeutic Media Lab Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 0/30/0This lab class provides hands-on experiences that correspond to the didactic portion of Therapeutic Media. Students demonstrate analysis of activity, identifying media for various populations, adapting activities for patients and clients, and skill and safety in the use of tools.OTA108: Analysis of Physical Performance Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 30/0/0This course presents basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology related to human movement and occupational performance. Topics include the interrelationship

among the central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, and musculoskeletal system; anatomical landmarks; joints; posture, balance, and locomotion; and analysis of functional movement required for work, self-care, and play. It includes evaluation procedures for range of motion, functional muscle strength and coordination testing, principles and techniques of body mechanics, and transfers and positioning.OTA109: Occupational Therapy Skills I Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 30/0/0This manipulative course provides fundamental knowledge of practice skills used with patients/clients across the life span and with various diagnoses. Observation and documentation techniques are introduced.OTA110: Occupational Therapy Skills I Lab Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 0/30/0This lab provides hands-on experiences that correspond to the didactic portion of Occupational Therapy Skills I. It includes exploration of occupational therapy assessments, demonstration of selected practice skills, constructing assistive, adaptive equipment, and the ability to use the teaching-learning process with the client, family, significant others, colleagues, other health providers, and the public.OTA200: Clinical Conditions II Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0This course continues where Clinical Conditions I leaves off. It focuses on the effects of physical, developmental and mental health, heritable diseases and predisposing genetic conditions, disability, disease process, and traumatic injury to the individual within the cultural context of family and society on occupational performance.OTA201: Fieldwork Seminar Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/0Preparation for full-time clinical practice, the national certification process, state licensure, and future employment.OTA202: Occupational Therapy Skills II Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0This manipulative course provides intermediate practice skills for therapeutic interventions and techniques used to enhance functional ability and independence in daily life tasks and occupation across the life span with various diagnoses.OTA203: Occupational Therapy Skills II Lab Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 0/90/0This lab course provides hands-on experiences that relate to the didactic portion of Occupational Therapy Skills II. Students review the use of occupational therapy terminology as it relates to practice, demonstrate selected practice skills including the fabrication, application, fitting and training in orthotic devices, principles and concepts of therapeutic exercise, advanced positioning techniques, and the use of superficial thermal and mechanical modalities.OTA204: Occupational Therapy Skills III Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0This manipulative course provides advanced therapeutic interventions and techniques used to enhance functional ability and independence in daily life tasks and occupation.OTA205: Occupational Therapy Skills III Lab Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 0/60/0This lab course provides hands-on experiences relating to the didactic portion of Occupational Therapy Skills III. Students demonstrate selected practice skills such as joint protection, energy conservation, and work simplification; explore alternative/emerging treatment approaches; describe evaluation techniques for daily living activities; learn development, remediation, and compensation for physical, cognitive, perceptual, sensory, neuromuscular, and behavioral skills; and demonstrate knowledge of assistive technology and augmentative communication.OTA206: Fieldwork Level I Clinical Credit Hours: 2.50 Clock Hours: 0/0/120This course provides students with an opportunity to observe and participate in clinical fieldwork. Students begin to develop professional work habits and are expected to function as participant observers in the assigned clinical setting. Students spend one week, (40 clock hours each) in three different field work settings for a total of 120 clock hoursOTA207: Occupational Therapy Concepts Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/0This course expands the knowledge and skills gained from previous courses presenting aspects of OT practice, professional ethics, conduct, communication, and academic and clinical competencies required for testing and licensure, scope of practice, and the OTA’s professional organization.OTA208: Occupational Therapy Concepts Lab Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 0/30/0This course expands the knowledge and skills gained from previous courses, presenting practical application and procedural aspects of OTA practice, professional ethics, conduct, and communication.OTA209: Fieldwork Level II Clinical A Credit Hours: 7.00 Clock Hours: 0/0/320 This application course synthesizes previous didactic instruction and clinical experiences obtained in Fieldwork I. Students may encounter a variety of populations in a traditional or non-traditional setting and assume increasing responsibilities under supervision as appropriate for the setting. OTA210: Fieldwork Level II Clinical B Credit Hours: 7.00 Clock Hours: 0/0/320 This application course synthesizes previous didactic instruction and experiences obtained in Fieldwork IIA. Students may also encounter a variety of populations in a traditional or non-traditional setting. Students are placed in a setting different from

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Fieldwork IIA. Student will assume increasing responsibilities under supervision as appropriate for the setting. OTA211: Occupational Therapy Transitions Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 30/0/0This course provides information and guidance for the transitional process of becoming an occupational therapy practitioner. This course encompasses a variety of professional skills and concepts, completes documentation for state licensure, participates in final preparations for certification by the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy, and examines employability skills.OTA220: Pharmacology Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/0This course presents an overview of the over-the-counter, herbal, and prescribed drugs frequently used by individuals receiving occupational therapy and the effects these drugs have on occupational therapy treatment. Pharmacology is the study of the origin, properties, and effects of drugs. Lecture topics include the use of drugs in the treatment of chronic diseases, the impact of pharmacotherapeutic agents on exercise, safety, cognitive and motor behavior, and the susceptibility of the elderly to drug-related problems.PHIL1310: Critical Thinking Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0Students learn how to enhance and refine their cognitive and affective performance. The course analyzes the role of the learner and the purpose of education, and assists students in developing the systematic information processing, critical thinking, reading, and study strategies needed for success as life-long learners.POFM1310: Medical Office Procedures Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students acquire clerical and administrative skills typically expected in a medical office. This course includes discussions and activities in telecommunications, medical records management, mail processing, and general office equipment. Students practice keyboarding to gain accuracy and speed, and learn medical terminology.POFM1320: Computer Applications Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students explore and practice the Microsoft Office® applications Word, Excel, and Outlook. Basic-level functions are covered for students to create typical documents used in medical practice. Students practice keyboarding to gain accuracy and speed, and learn medical terminology.POFM1330: Medical Terminology & Communications Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students practice appropriate written and verbal forms of professional communication, such as letter forms, grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Students practice keyboarding to gain accuracy and speed, and gain proficiency in medical terminology. Students are exposed to basic business mathematic concepts used in the office environment. POFM1340: Medical Insurance Claims Processing Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0This course provides the fundamental knowledge and skills required in completing the Universal Health Insurance Claim Form for a variety of insurance carriers. This course includes discussions and activities in the processing of claims for commercial carriers, managed care plans, and government programs such as Medicare, Medicaid, CHAMPUS/CHAMPVA, Worker’s Compensation, and Disability.POFM1350: Medical Insurance Coding Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0This course provides a detailed approach to the accurate use of The Physician’s Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) for procedural coding of insurance claims. Information on the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-9-CM) volumes 1 & 2 used for diagnoses coding, and activities in the Healthcare Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) are also addressed. This course includes discussions on the correct and ethical coding of insurance claims.POFM1360: Medical Office Applications Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0Students learn and practice accounts receivable and accounts payable activities using a computerized management system in a series of simulated daily office activities. They practice electronic medical record management and application of HIPAA regulations, and gain proficiency in medical terminology.POFM1570: Externship Credit Hours: 5.00 Clock Hours: 0/0/240This course is an integral part of the learning experience for the student. Each student is assigned to work in a medical facility in order to gain everyday practical and clinical experience in the duties and functions of a medical office employee and to apply the student’s educational training in a work environment.PSYC1310: General Psychology Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0Students are introduced to the basic fundamentals of human mental processes and the scientific study of behavior. They are taught an overview of psychological disorders, cognition, gender traits, intelligence, and contemporary issues in psychology.PSYC1320: Human Growth & Development Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0Students discuss all stages in the life span from infancy through late adulthood. A discussion of cultural considerations, types of families, changes affecting modern families and family patterns, and qualities of functional families will be included. PT101: Introduction to Pharmacy Technician Credit Hours: 5.00 Clock Hours: 76.5/43.5/0This course introduces students to the practice of pharmacy and the activities/duties

of a pharmacy technician and provides an understanding of various organizations that provide health care services. Emphasis is on the provision of pharmaceutical care in each organization. The impact of third-party payers and Medicare/Medicaid and the increasing emphasis on quality care will be explored. Students are introduced to terminology and abbreviations, as well as pharmacy-based computer technology and other technologies used in the pharmacy setting, including facsimile machines, pneumatic tube systems, robotic prescription preparation, and electronic mail. Students use a representative ambulatory care system and institutional system to enter doctor orders/prescriptions, update patient information, and manage medication inventory. Students are also introduced to law and general identification and overview of laws and ethical principles with application to pharmacy practice. Of key importance is a discussion on the laws/ethical principles that delineate activities performed by pharmacists and activities performed by technicians. PT102: Pharmacy Calculations Credit Hours: 5.50 Clock Hours: 120/0/0Students review basic mathematics and pharmacy math. Students learn how to perform calculations specific to the preparation and distribution of medications. Students learn to solve various pharmacy math problems: decimals, roman numerals, fractions, metric system, apothecary system, conversions, ratio and proportions, dosage calculations, concentration and dilution, alligations, flow rates, milli-equivalents, TPN preparations, and basic accounting operations.PT201: Pharmacology Credit Hours: 5.50 Clock Hours: 120/0/0Provides an introduction to general pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamics principles and describes the basic principles of drug distribution and metabolism. Students are introduced to drug classification. This course provides a working knowledge of the general therapeutic classes of medications and interactions with the human body. It details the anatomy and physiology of various body systems, such as the integumentary system, gastrointestinal system, musculoskeletal system, respiratory system, cardio, circulatory and lymph systems, immune system, renal system, endocrine system, reproductive system, and the nervous system. It focuses on hormones, topicals, muscle relaxants, and NSAIDs. There is a further look into antineoplastics, immunizing, and immunosuppressive agents. The final portion focuses on medications common to geriatric patients, home health-care, and drug and alcohol abuse. Prerequisites: PT101, PT102PT202: Pharmacy Practice Credit Hours: 4.50 Clock Hours: 21/99/0This course gives students a working knowledge of the general and physical properties of medications, and provides an understanding of the fundamentals of sterile product preparation. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of laminar airflow technique technology and aseptic technique with parenteral solutions. Quality assurance and control measures used in the production of sterile products is addressed. It reviews pharmaceutical practices as seen in a variety of institutional settings and describes medication distribution and provision of pharmaceutical care within these settings. This course reviews pharmaceutical practice as seen in ambulatory-care settings, and describes medication distribution and provisions of pharmaceutical care within these settings. Prerequisites: PT101, PT102PT301: Ambulatory Externship Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 0/0/160This course allows students to assist with or actively participate in patient care using the ambulatory care knowledge acquired from classroom training. Prerequisites: PT201, PT202PT302: Institutional Externship Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 0/0/160This course allows students to assist with or actively participate in patient care using the institutional care knowledge acquired from classroom training. Prerequisites: PT201, PT202PTAP 1300: Introduction to Physical Therapy Credit Hours 3.00 Clock Hours 45/0/0This course provides a basic introduction to the field of Physical Therapy. Course content includes an introduction to the physical therapy profession and its national organization, physical therapy practice description, appropriate clinical behavior, and ethical and legal issues in the field. Instruction regarding health care team members, medical terminology and study skills are also included in this class. PTAP 1210: Patient Care Skills Credit Hours 2.00 Clock Hours 30/0/0This course covers foundational patient care skills: communication, safety considerations, implementation of the plan of care, chart review, patient positioning and monitoring, mobility skills, massage, and documentation. Prerequisites: 1300 PTAP 1211: Patient Care Skills LabCredit Hours 2.00 Clock Hours 0/60/0This lab course complements the Patient Care Skills lecture course. This course covers foundational patient care skills: communication, safety considerations, implementation of the plan of care, chart review, patient positioning and monitoring, mobility skills, massage, and documentation. Practical application of basic patient care skills and data collection is emphasized and demonstration of competency. Prerequisites: PTAP1300PTAP 1400: Functional & Applied Anatomy Credit Hours 4.00 Clock Hours 60/0/0This course expands upon previous knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy. 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PTAP 1201: Functional & Applied Anatomy LabCredit Hours 2.00 Clock Hours 0/60/0This course expands upon previous knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy and complements the Functional & Applied Anatomy lecture course. Practical application of data collection. Prerequisites: PTAP1300PTAP 1240: Modalities Credit Hours 2.00 Clock Hours 30/0/0This course presents the therapeutic modalities and agents that are used in physical therapy practice. These therapeutic agents will be discussed as to their physiological effects, patient preparation, treatment parameters, indications, contraindications and precautions. Prerequisites: PTAP1400, PTAP1201PTAP 1241: Modalities LabCredit Hours 1.50 Clock Hours 0/45/0This course presents the therapeutic modalities and agents that are used in physical therapy practice. These therapeutic agents will be discussed as to their physiological effects, patient preparation, treatment parameters, indications, contraindications and precautions. Prerequisites: PTAP1400, PTAP1201PTAP 1350: Pathology for the Physical Therapist Assistant Credit Hours 3.00 Clock Hours 45/0/0This course presents the etiology, pathophysiology, incidence, signs and symptoms, diagnoses, prognosis, medical, pharmacological and physical therapy treatment of diseases commonly seen in physical therapy. Implications for treatment by the physical therapist assistant are emphasized. This course explores current concepts related to wellness and prevention and the physical therapist assistant’s role in wellness. Prerequisites: PTAP1400, PTAP1201PTAP 1320: Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Credit Hours 3.00 Clock Hours 45/0/0This course presents interventions in the management of patients with common musculoskeletal dysfunctions and role of the physical therapist assistant in implementation of the plan of care. Exercise principles, technique and instruction are covered. Prerequisites: PTAP1400, PTAP1201PTAP 1221: Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation LabCredit Hours 2.00 Clock Hours 0/60/0Practical application and instruction of interventions and exercise in musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Demonstration of competency in exercise instruction and technique and implementation of the physical therapy plan of care for a patient with musculoskeletal disorders is emphasized. Prerequisites: PTAP1400, PTAP1201PTAP 2400: Neuromuscular Rehabilitation Credit Hours 4.00 Clock Hours 60/0/0This course covers the role of the physical therapist assistant in the management of patients with common neurological dysfunctions in implementation of the physical therapy plan of care. Prerequisties: PTAP1400, PTAP1201PTAP 2201: Neuromuscular Rehabilitation LabCredit Hours 2.50 Clock Hours 0/75/0This course covers the role of the physical therapist assistant in the management of patients with common neurological dysfunctions in implementation of the physical therapy plan of care. Prerequisites: PTAP1400, PTAP1201PTAP 2210: Rehabilitation Through the Lifespan Credit Hours 2.00 Clock Hours 30/0/0This course explores the stages of development across the lifespan; with emphasis on the geriatric and pediatric populations. Development for each stage is examined with attention to individual differences and variations in development related to physical, psychosocial, and cognitive changes. Physical changes, emotional development and social/community expectations will be explored through the lifespan with emphasis on how these changes affect treatment considerations, teaching strategies and discharge planning. Prerequisites: PTAP1400, PTAP1201PTAP 2220: Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Credit Hours 2.00 Clock Hours 30/0/0Exploration of the role of the physical therapist assistant in care of patient with cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders in implementing the plan of care. Prerequisites: PTAP2210PTAP 2121: Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation LabCredit Hours 1.00 Clock Hours 0/30/0This course explores the role of the physical therapist assistant in care of patient with cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders and is the complement to the lecture course. Practical application of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation techniques and demonstration of competency. Prerequistes: PTAP2210PTAP 2525: Clinical Experience ICredit Hours 5.00 Clock Hours 0/0/240This full-time, six week, clinical affiliation will provide the student with initial exposure to the clinical setting. The PTA student will be under the direct supervision of a PT and/or PTA. This clinical affiliation allows students to practice patient care skills, document treatment techniques and enhance communication skills with all health care team members. Prerequisites: PTAP2210PTAP 2230: Rehabilitation for Specialized DisordersCredit Hours 2.00 Clock Hours 30/0/0This course explores the role of the physical therapist assistant in implementation of the plan of care for patient individuals with specialized disorders. Prerequisites: PTAP2112, PTAP2220PTAP 2131: Rehabilitation for Specialized Disorders LabCredit Hours 1.00 Clock Hours 0/30/0This course explores the role of the physical therapist assistant in implementation of

the plan of care for patient individuals with specialized disorders and complements the lecture course. Practical application of data collection and interventions associated with discussed disorders. Demonstration of competency and implementation of plan of care is emphasized. Prequisites: PTAP2121, PTAP2220PTAP 2535: Clinical Experience IICredit Hours 5.00 Clock Hours 0/0/240This full-time, six week, clinical affiliation will allow students to expand upon their previous clinical experience and incorporate the knowledge and skills from additional coursework. The student will be under the direct supervision of a PT and/or PTA. Emphasis is placed on the student assuming a more active role with the rehabilitation team for the delivery of care. Prerequisites: PTAP2525PTAP 2545: Clinical Experience IIICredit Hours 5.00 Clock Hours 0/0/240At the completion of this full-time, six week clinical affiliation, the student goal is to perform as an entry level physical therapist assistant. Students participate in this clinical experience under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist and/or physical therapist assistant. Prerequisites: PTAP2535PTAP 2340: Special Topics for the Physical Therapist Credit Hours 3.00 Clock Hours 45/0/0This course covers administrative issues and career development as well as current topics in physical therapy. Clinical experiences and presentation of case histories are completed. The course is designed to meet the needs of the student in regional considerations. Topics may vary from offering to offering. Prequisites: PTAP2535PVN101H: Personal & Vocational Concepts Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0This course provides basic skills for success, nursing history and trends, nursing ethics, legal aspects of nursing, vocational relationships in healthcare including the role of the practical and professional nurse, and nursing education.PVN102H: Foundations of Nursing Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0This course introduces students to basic nursing concepts and principles. Students are given a broad overview of the nurse-client relationship, principles of therapeutic communication, and the cultural diversity of clients. Gerontology is discussed through death and dying concerns. The steps of the nursing process are presented as the framework for determining and meeting client needs within the scope of practice.PVN103H: Foundations of Nursing Skills Laboratory Credit Hours: 4.00 Clock Hours: 0/120/0Students practice basic nursing principles related to the daily needs of clients. Safety is introduced. The nursing process is integrated with an emphasis on all components using standardized nursing language. Nursing skills included are assessment of vital signs, bed/bath of the client, skin care, standard precautions, asepsis, basic care procedures, and ADL support skills. Documentation is emphasized and students are introduced to client teaching. Students are introduced to computers and the Windows environment. Students are given the skills necessary for Basic Life Support certification (CPR).PVN104H: College Mathematics Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0This course covers principles and applications of whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, ratio, proportions, measurements, statistics, basic algebra, and geometry. The metric system, the apothecary system, and conversion between systems is presented. Allied health applications are discussed.PVN105H: Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0Students are introduced to the structure and function of the body. Directions, geometric planes, and cavities of the body are presented. Cells, tissues, organs, and systems are discussed. The major organs of each system and how they relate to the overall status of the body are covered.PVN106H: Pharmacology Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0This course focuses on dosages, applications, side effects, toxicity, and laboratory tests performed to monitor actions and effects of specific drugs. Issues involved with I.V. (Intravenous) monitoring are covered. Drug calculation examinations must be passed with a score of 85%. Prerequisites: PVN104H, PVN102H, PVN103HPVN121H: Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing Credit Hours: 4.50 Clock Hours: 45/45/48Students are introduced to client data gathering, care of the pre- and post-operative client, and care of clients with self-care deficits. Asepsis, elements of the infectious process, causes of disease, basic I.V. practicum (site rate, solution identification), and the body’s normal defenses are discussed. Students are given the opportunity to use the problem-solving process while caring for pre- and post-operative clients. Prerequisites: PVN102H, PVN103HPVN122H: Nutrition Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0Functions and food sources of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats are identified as well as, current recommendations for intake of each. Discussion on changes in nutrient needs throughout the life cycle and suggestions to ensure adequate nutrition during each stage. Students learn standard diets and modifications of diets for disease processes. Prerequisites: PVN102H, PVN103HPVN123H: Mental Health Nursing Care Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/24This course emphasizes nursing care of the client and family to assist them in achieving satisfactory and productive ways of coping with daily living and life-style changes. The course includes discussion of eating disorders, alcoholism, drug

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addiction, anxiety, defense mechanisms, and major mental disorders. Prerequisites: PVN102H, PVN103H PVN124H: Integumentary Nursing Care Credit Hours: 1.50 Clock Hours: 24/0/32Emphasizes the common disease processes, treatments, and pharmacological agents used. Students are provided with the skills and knowledge necessary to use the nursing process in caring for clients with integumentary problems. Prerequisites: PVN102H, PVN103HPVN131H: Cardiovascular Nursing Care Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 30/0/48Emphasizes common diseases and disorders of the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems, including common related treatments and pharmacological agents. Students are provided with the knowledge necessary to use the nursing process in caring for clients with cardiovascular and lymphatic diseases and disorders. Pre-requisite: PVN105H, PVN102H, PVN103HPVN132H: Respiratory Nursing Care Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 30/0/48This course emphasizes common respiratory system disease processes. It also includes related treatments and pharmacological agents. Students are provided with the knowledge necessary to use the nursing process in caring for clients with respiratory problems. Prerequisite: PVN105H, PVN102H, PVN103HPVN133H: Human Growth & Development Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0This course identifies/discusses all stages in the life span from infancy through late adulthood. Cultural considerations, types of families, changes affecting modern families, and family patterns and qualities of functional families are presented. Related nursing considerations to the various stages of life are included. Prerequisites: PVN102H, PVN103HPVN134H: Genito-Urinary Nursing Care Credit Hours: 1.50 Clock Hours: 24/0/32This course emphasizes the common disease processes, treatments, and pharmacological agents used for disorders of the genito-urinary and male reproductive systems. Sexually transmitted diseases are introduced. Students are provided with the knowledge necessary to use the nursing process in caring for clients with renal/urinary and male reproductive problems. Prerequisite: PVN105H, PVN102H, PVN103HPVN135H: Musculoskeletal Nursing Care Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 24/0/40This course emphasizes the common disease processes, treatments, and pharmacological agents used for disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Students are provided with the knowledge necessary to use nursing process in caring for clients with musculoskeletal problems. Prerequisite: PVN105H, PVN102H, PVN103HPVN140H: Gastrointestinal Nursing Care Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 30/0/32This course emphasizes the common disease processes, treatments, and pharmacological agents used for disorders of the gastrointestinal disorders. Students are provided with the knowledge necessary to use the nursing process in caring for clients with gastrointestinal problems. Prerequisite: PVN105H, PVN102H, PVN103HPVN141H: Neuro-Sensory Nursing Care Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 30/0/48This course emphasizes common disease processes, treatments, and pharmacological agents used for neuro-sensory disorders. Students are provided with the knowledge necessary to use the nursing process in caring for clients with neuro-sensory problems and disorders of the special senses. Prerequisite: PVN105H, PVN102H, PVN103HPVN142H: Endocrine Nursing Care Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 30/0/32This course emphasizes common disease processes, treatments, and pharmacological agents used for endocrine disorders. Students learn to use the nursing process to care for clients with endocrine problems. Prerequisite: PVN105H, PVN102H, PVN103HPVN143H: Immune System & Oncology Nursing Care Credit Hours: 1.50 Clock Hours: 30/0/24Focus on diseases caused by disorders of the immune system. Students are provided with the knowledge necessary to use the nursing process in caring for clients with immunodeficiency disorders. The course includes oncology, its disease process, diagnostic procedures, and treatment modalities. Psychosocial aspects of immunodeficiencies and oncology are considered. Prerequisites: PVN105H, PVN102H, PVN103HPVN144H: Community Health Nursing Care Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/32This course explores the role of the Practical Nurse in community settings. Home health, hospice, and skilled nursing are discussed. Students are introduced to concepts of terrorism and bioterrorism. Students are provided the knowledge necessary to utse the nursing process in the delivery of comprehensive nursing care as a member of the healthcare team. Prerequisites: PVN102H, PVN103HPVN150B: Maternal & Child Health Nursing Care Credit Hours: 4.50 Clock Hours: 30/30/96This course emphasizes common disease processes, treatments, and pharmacological agents used for female reproductive disorders. Students study the childbearing process from pregnancy through postpartum period. Content reviews normal pregnancy and stresses the high-risk client within each phase of pregnancy. Students are provided with the knowledge necessary to use the nursing process in the care of female clients with reproductive system disorders, normal pregnancy, and high-risk pregnancy. Common childhood diseases and disorders, treatments, pharmacological agents are covered as well as the use of nursing process in the care of the ill child from infancy

through adolescence. Prerequisites: PVN102H, PVN103HPVN151H: Leadership Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/24This course introduces management principles and the role the Practical Nurse as a leader and member of the healthcare team. Prerequisites: PVN102H, PVN103HPVN153H: Reproduction Nursing Care Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 30/0/45This course mphasizes the common disease processes, treatments, and pharmacological agents used for reproduction disorders. Students are introduced to sexually transmitted diseases and are provided with the skills and knowledge necessary to use the nursing process in caring for clients with male or female reproductive problems. Prerequisites: PVN102H, PVN103HPVN154H: NCLEX Review Credit Hours: 0.50 Clock Hours: 16/0/0A review of the Practical Nursing program with the emphasis on NCLEX questions and the critical thinking necessary for successful completion of the test. Prerequisites: PVN102H, PVN103HPVN155H: Professional Development Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/15/0Students focus on all aspects of seeking, procuring, and leaving a position. Résumé writing, interpersonal communication skills, and interviewing skills are emphasized. Prerequisites: PVN102H, PVN103HRT210: Introduction to & Applied Respiratory Therapeutics Credit Hours: 12.00 Clock Hours: 180/60/0Students learn applicable medical terminology and the metric conversions used in respiratory therapy. They learn applied anatomy, physiology, and mechanics of the pulmonary system and the relationship between respiration and cardiac function. Students learn to recognize normal and abnormal arterial blood gas results. They learn the principles of gas physics and their application to oxygen, aerosol, and humidity therapies. Students begin the process of professional development and learn self-esteem and motivational skills necessary to become employed. Students learn the conditions that indicate the need for oxygen therapy. They explore the potential hazards associated with oxygen therapy, study the different oxygen delivery devices, and learn how to assemble and test equipment. They practice setting up oxygen, aerosol, and humidity therapies. They are introduced to the various pharmacological agents used in respiratory therapy and their biochemical properties. Students learn the indications for and the potential hazards of IPPB and incentive spirometry therapies. Students have the opportunity to practice procedures for the administration of these therapies to patients in a laboratory setting. Students learn to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and chest auscultation and to administer metered dose inhalation therapy. Professional development will continue, including ethics. RT220: Clinical Medicine I Credit Hours: 10.00 Clock Hours: 30/30/315Students learn to perform patient assessments, including assessing the need for secretion removal and how to perform the appropriate procedures. Students examine the etiology of respiratory disease, learn to identify common pathogenic organisms, and explore various isolations and sterilization techniques. They learn to maintain and manage an artificial airway and will explore the physiology of blood gases and the techniques for analyzing arterial blood gas samples. A large portion of this course is spent in a clinical externship practicing the skills related to what has been learned to identify, perform, and assess the results of various diagnostic pulmonary function tests. RT230: Clinical Medicine II Credit Hours: 10.00 Clock Hours: 30/30/315Students examine the pathologies of the cardiopulmonary symptoms and recognize the manifestations and systems of restrictive and obstructive pulmonary disease. Students study the various types of mechanical ventilators to identify the modalities of continuous mechanical ventilation. They learn how to set up ventilators and monitor a ventilator patient. Students learn how to apply PEEP/CPAP and intermittent mandatory ventilation. They learn the special considerations for continuous mechanical ventilation and long-term life support. They learn the advanced techniques and proper maintenance procedures associated with continuous mechanical ventilation, as well as the indications for and techniques applicable to, the discontinuation of ventilation. They learn to recognize the various pulmonary disease states associated with ventilator patients and how to evaluate the patient’s status and response to therapy. A large portion of this course is spent in a clinical externship practicing the skills related to what has been learned in the classroom and laboratory. RT240: Clinical Specialty Areas/Comprehensive Review Credit Hours: 10.00 Clock Hours: 75/30/180Students learn anatomy, physiology, and respiratory care considerations of the pediatric and neonatal patient. They learn to identify/administer the pharmacological agents used in critical care and explore the goals and objectives of pulmonary rehabilitation and patient education. Students work on case studies related to these topics. A large portion of this course is spent in a clinical externship practicing the skills related to what has been learned in the classroom and laboratory. Prerequisites: Successful completion of RT230RT250: Advanced Clinical Practice Credit Hours: 10.00 Clock Hours: 100/40/90This course offers an overview of the math used for respiratory therapy calculations, and provides an opportunity for students to learn advanced skills related to respiratory patient care. The course offers a comprehensive study of current standardized pulmonary function modalities and the interpretation of test data, and includes a comprehensive review of critical thinking skills and therapist-driven protocols as applied to the successful completion of the certification examinations offered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Prerequisites: Successful completion of RT240SOCI1310: Introduction to Sociology Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0

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This course is a general introduction to the study of sociology, which is the systematic study of human society and the social forces that shape human social life. The goal is to provide students with an overview of how sociology helps us understand human societies, human relationships, group aspects of behavior, and social institutions.ST110: Basic Sciences I Credit Hours 5.50 Clock Hours: 108/12/0Orientation to Surgical Technology, CPR for healthcare providers, and fundamentals of medical terminology are introduced. Systemic Anatomy & Physiology I surveys physics, human chemistry, body organization, the integumentary and musculoskeletal systems, and the nervous system. Admission into the Surgical Technologist program is required to attend this course.ST120: Basic Sciences II Credit Hours 5.50 Clock Hours: 120/0/0Systemic Anatomy & Physiology II surveys the senses, endocrine system, circulatory systems, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive systems. Fundamentals of surgical pathophysiology and patients’ responses to disease are surveyed. Related medical-surgical terminology is integrated throughout the course. Prerequisite: ST110ST210: Principles of Surgical Technology Surgical Techniques I Lab Credit Hours 5.00 Clock Hours: 72/48/0Survey of O.R. organization and administration, the surgical team, and the technologist’s roles and responsibilities. Orientation to the O.R. suite, computers in the O.R., and preoperative and postoperative patient care are included in surgical techniques. Modern ethics, law and morality in healthcare, fundamentals of O.R. pharmacology, and anesthesia concepts are also surveyed. Related medical-surgical terminology is integrated throughout the course. Prerequisites: ST120ST220: Asepsis Surgical Techniques II Lab Credit Hours 5.00 Clock Hours: 72/48/0Survey of fundamentals of microbiology, the infectious process, and infection control concepts. Surgical techniques includes fundamentals of aseptic techniques; medical versus surgical asepsis; sterilization, disinfection, and antisepsis; environmental controls and personnel practices; scrubbing, gowning, and gloving for surgery, and establishing sterile fields. Safety, OSHA regulations, and standard precautions are also surveyed. Related medical-surgical terminology is integrated throughout the course. Prerequisites: ST210ST230: Principles of Surgical Assisting Surgical Techniques III Lab Credit Hours 5.00 Clock Hours: 72/48/0Basic instrumentation and instrument reprocessing, sutures, staples and wound closure concepts, and electricity in the O.R. are surveyed. Surgical techniques for elementary assisting include handling instrumentation, wound closure devices, drainage systems, dressing and surgical sponges, and robotics concepts. Related medical-surgical terminology is integrated throughout the course. Prerequisites: ST220ST240: Surgical Procedures Surgical Techniques IV Lab Credit Hours 5.00 Clock Hours: 72/48/0Surgery and common surgical procedures within the traditional surgical specialties are surveyed along with related regional anatomy and pathology. Surgical techniques for intermediate assisting includes basic surgical routines, assisting the circulator, handling specimens and medications, surgical counts, and second assisting. Related medical-surgical terminology is integrated throughout the course. Prerequisites: ST230ST310: Clinical Practice I Credit Hours 5.50 Clock Hours: 0/0/250This orientation to clinical practice includes assignment to selected sites for instrument reprocessing experience and selected observations in the O.R. and ancillary service areas. Clinical Practice I includes selected elementary surgical procedures and patient care experiences as well as on-campus program assessment examination preparation workshops. Prerequisites: ST240ST320: Clinical Practice II Credit Hours 5.50 Clock Hours: 0/0/250Clinical Practice II includes selected intermediate surgical procedures and patient care experiences as well as on-campus program assessment examination preparation workshops. Prerequisites: ST310

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Occupational therapy practitioners work with clients of all ages and diagnoses. The goal of occupational therapy intervention is to increase the ability of the client to participate in everyday activities, including feeding, dressing, bathing, leisure, work, education, and social participation. The occupational therapy practitioner interacts with a client to assess existing performance, set therapeutic goals, develop a plan, and implement intervention to enable the client to function better in his or her world. The occupational therapy assistant provides quality occupational therapy services to assigned individuals, under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist. Occupational therapy practitioners work in hospitals, clinics, schools, client homes, community settings, even prisons. Acute care settings provide care immediately after trauma and typically involve short hospital stays. Rehabilitation settings provide longer-term care and intensive therapy from a variety of professionals. Occupational therapy practitioners consult with other team members, who may include physicians, physical therapists, speech therapists, social workers, nutritionists, case managers, nurses, educators and family members. Some practitioners consult or work in the workplace or in specialty settings, such as assistive technology centers. Occupational therapy assistant graduates from an educational program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) are eligible to sit for the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) OTA Certification Examination. After successful completion of the NBCOT examination for the Occupational Therapy Assistant, the graduate will be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). Licensure is required within the state where the COTA will practice. In addition, most states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT (OTA) Certification Examination. Note that a felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT (OTA) Certification Examination or attain state licensure. Program Mission

The occupational therapy assistant program is dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment. At Concorde, the student can acquire theoretical knowledge, technical skills, and professional behaviors that provide graduates with the expertise needed to practice in settings where occupational therapy is currently established, and where it is emerging as a service. The program is committed to quality performance, continuous improvement, and student-centered support.

In working with professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and the community, information is gathered to maintain the highest practical and clinical standards. The high caliber faculty, equipment, facilities, and fieldwork sites, reflect the quality of education that will be provided, along with the organization’s commitment to the profession.

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Program and student outcomes have been established that reflect the mission and vision of both Concorde Career College and the occupational therapy assistant program as outlined by AOTA. Upon completion of the occupational therapy assistant program, graduates will have met the established student outcomes and demonstrated competency and proficiency in appropriate knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for entry-level practice. Program Summary Semester Credit Hours 81.5 Lecture Hours 795 Lab Hours 360 Clinical Hours 760 Total Hours 1915 Instructional Weeks 80 Credential Associate of Science

Program Design The OTA program consists of 8 general education courses, 21 OTA technical courses (including both lecture and laboratory) and three clinical rotations. These courses are spread out over 8 terms each lasting 10 weeks, making the entire program 80 actual instructional weeks total. With short breaks between terms and holiday breaks, the overall program will be completed in 22 months. See Program Overview and Calendar on the next page. General Education: The first two terms will consist solely of general education courses. These courses will be delivered thru an online distance education format. There will not be a need for you to attend a formal classroom during these courses. These courses are asynchronous (no specific lecture time) but have weekly assignments due, including group discussion boards, papers, quizzes and tests. OTA Technical Courses: During the lecture and laboratory courses in the OTA technical curriculum, you will meet at the Aegis Training Center located at 650 W. Alluvial, Fresno, CA 93711. These courses are not delivered online; you will need to attend class at this location. Each term varies slightly in total hours but on average you should expect to be in class approximately 19-22 hours per week when not on a clinical rotation. Exact course times for each term are not yet determined. OTA courses are taught concurrently with students located at the Concorde main campus in Miramar, Florida. Both the Miramar and Fresno locations are equipped with high-definition audio/visual equipment which will allow the instructor, located in Miramar, to broadcast the class to the students in the training center. Two-way communications are enabled so students may interact with the instructor simultaneously at both locations. In addition to the Miramar instructor, there will also be a course preceptor/assistant instructor at the training center while classes are in session, to ensure proper student support. Clinical Rotations There are three clinical courses in the OTA curriculum. Each rotation consists of 40-hour work weeks and will be scheduled at a variety of local healthcare facilities. Not all rotations will be conducted at an Aegis/Golden Living facility. The first rotation, occurring in Term 6, is three weeks long. The last two rotations occur in Terms 7 and 8 and are each 8 weeks in length. Total time spent in clinical rotations is 19 weeks, 760 hours.

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OTA Program Overview and Calendar (DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

Course Number/Description Lecture Hours

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Clinical Hours

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TERM I: December 1, 2014 – February 18, 2015 180 30 0 12 ENG110 English Composition 45 0 0 3 COM110 Communications 45 0 0 3 BIO110 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 45 0 0 3 PSY110 General Psychology 45 0 0 3

Term Break – February 19, 2015 – February 25, 2015 TERM II: February 26, 2015 – May 1, 2015 195 0 0 12

PSYC120 Human Growth & Development 45 0 0 3 BIO120 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 45 0 0 3 SOC101 Introduction to Sociology 45 0 0 3 ALG110 College Algebra 45 0 0 3

Term Break – May 2, 2015 – May 17, 2015 TERM III: May 18, 2015 – July 28, 2015 105 120 0 11

OTA100 Occupational Therapy Service Delivery Systems 15 0 0 1 OTA101 Introduction to Occupational Therapy 45 0 0 3 OTA102 Introduction to Occupational Therapy Lab 0 60 0 2 OTA103 Functional & Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology 45 0 0 3 OTA104 Functional & Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology Lab 0 60 0 2

Term Break – July 29, 2015 – August 9, 2015 TERM IV: August 10, 2015 – October 19, 2015 120 90 0 10

OTA105 Clinical Conditions I 45 0 0 3 OTA106 Therapeutic Media 15 0 0 1 OTA107 Therapeutic Media Lab 0 30 0 1 OTA108 Analysis of Physical Performance 30 0 0 2 OTA109 Occupational Therapy Skills I 30 0 0 2 OTA110 Occupational Therapy Skills I Lab 0 60 0 1

Term Break – October 20, 2015 – October 25 , 2015 TERM V: October 26, 2015 – January 15, 2016 105 90 0 10

OTA200 Clinical Conditions II 45 0 0 3 OTA201 Fieldwork Seminar 15 0 0 1 OTA202 Occupational Therapy Skills II 45 0 0 3 OTA203 Occupational Therapy Skills II Lab 0 90 0 3

Term Break – January 16, 2016 – January 24, 2016 TERM VI: January 25, 2016 – April 1, 2016 60 60 120 8.5

OTA204 Occupational Therapy Skills III 45 0 0 3 OTA205 Occupational Therapy Skills III Lab 0 60 0 2 OTA220 Pharmacology 15 0 0 1 OTA206 Fieldwork Level I Clinical (3 weeks) 0 0 120 2.5

Term Break – April 2, 2016 – April 17, 2016 TERM VII: April 18, 2016 – June 27, 2016 15 30 320 9

OTA207 Occupational Therapy Concepts 15 0 0 1 OTA208 Occupational Therapy Concepts Lab 0 30 0 1 OTA209 Fieldwork Level II Clinical A (8 weeks) 0 0 320 7

Term Break – June 28, 2016 – July 10, 2016 TERM VIII: July 11, 2016 – September 19, 2016 30 0 320 9

OTA210 Fieldwork Level II Clinical B (8 weeks) 0 0 320 7 OTA211 Occupational Therapy Transitions 30 0 0 2

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

FIRST TERM ENG110: English Composition Credit Hours: 3 Students will apply the principles and techniques of written, expository, and persuasive composition; analysis of literary, expository and persuasive texts; and critical thinking. COM110: Communications Credit Hours: 3 Students will be given the opportunity to learn and apply practical principles of human interpersonal communication in daily life. Emphasis is placed on the psychological, social, cultural and linguistic factors which effect normal person to person interaction. Through practical application, this course will assist the student in improving public speaking skills. BIO110: Human Anatomy & Physiology I Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the organization of the body and the anatomy and physiology of the cells; tissues and membranes; respiratory system; integumentary system; skeletal system; muscular system; nervous system; sensory systems; digestive system; circulatory system; lymphatic system; reproductive system; urinary system; and endocrine system. The major organs of each system and how they relate to the overall status of the body will be discussed. PSY110: General Psychology Credit Hours: 3 Students will be introduced to the scientific study of behavior and experience with emphasis on maturation and learning, motivation, emotion, sensation, perception and thinking. Aspects of personality and individual differences will also be studied.

SECOND TERM PSYC120: Human Growth and Development Credit Hours: 3 This course identifies and discusses all stages in the life span from infancy through late adulthood. A discussion of cultural considerations, types of families, changes affecting modern families and family patterns, and qualities of functional families will be included. BIO120: Human Anatomy & Physiology II Credit Hours: 3 This course expands on the information learned in BIO110 providing the student a deeper understanding of human anatomy and basic function. This is a foundational course for technical allied health coursework providing an introduction to anatomy and physiology of the body systems, including musculoskeletal, integumentary, cardiovascular, pulmonary, neurological, immune, endocrine, excretory and reproductive systems.

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SOC101: Sociology Credit Hours: 3 Students will cover major sociological perspectives, culture, social structure and interaction, deviance and social control, stratification and social class, the family religion, education, economics and politics, population urbanization, health, social movements and social changes. MAT101 Algebra Credit Hours: 3 Students study quadratics; polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; systems of equations; progressions; sequences and series; and matrices and determinants.

THIRD TERM OTA100: Occupational Therapy Service Delivery Systems Credit Hours: 1 Clock Hours: 15 This course is designed to examine the context of service delivery in occupational therapy. Various models of health care, education, community, and social systems are examined. Reimbursement mechanisms related to various practice settings, federal and state regulatory and legislative bodies affecting practice are explored. Informal and formal ethical dispute-resolution systems and personal and organizational ethical conflict resolution systems that have jurisdiction over occupational therapy practice are examined. OTA101: Introduction to Occupational Therapy Credit Hours: 3 Clock Hours: 45 This course provides a basic introduction to the field of occupational therapy for the occupational therapy assistant student. Content areas include the introduction to the history, philosophy, and practice of occupational therapy, professional organizational structure, legal and ethical implications, and the process of service delivery. OTA102: Introduction to Occupational Therapy Lab Credit Hours 2 Clock Hours: 60 This lab course provides hands-on experiences that correspond to the didactic portion of Introduction to Occupational Therapy course. Content areas include hands-on experience as an overview of the profession of occupational therapy and specialties such as: Basic Life Support (BLS), first aid, infection control, vital signs, medical terminology, transfer techniques, assistive and adaptive devices used to enhance functional ability and independence in activities of daily living (ADL), life tasks and occupations. OTA103: Functional & Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology Credit Hours: 3 Clock Hours: 45 This course expands upon previous knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy and neuromuscular physiology to include applied movement concepts and normal functional movement patterns, identifying anatomical position and major planes of the body, and the structure and basic functional implications of the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems.

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OTA104: Functional & Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology Lab Credit Hours: 2 Clock Hours: 60 This lab course provides hands-on experiences that correspond to the didactic portion of Functional & Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology. This course includes hands on surface palpation of joints and muscles, biomechanical principles of joint motion, posture, and balance.

FOURTH TERM OTA105: Clinical Conditions I Credit Hours: 3 Clock Hours: 45 This course focuses on the etiology, clinical process, and prognosis of common diseases and illnesses; the effect of disease or illness on an individual’s performance and the impact this has on the person, family and society. Content includes physical, mental, developmental, and orthopedic conditions. OTA106: Therapeutic Media Credit Hours: 1 Clock Hours: 15 This manipulation course provides knowledge and use of tools, equipment, and basic techniques of therapeutic media. Emphasis is given to analysis and instruction of activities frequently used as occupational therapy media in multiple community and clinical settings. OTA107: Therapeutic Media Lab Credit Hours: 1 Clock Hours: 30 This lab class provides hands-on experiences that correspond to the didactic portion of Therapeutic Media. The student will demonstrate analysis of activity, identifying media for various populations, adapting activities for patients and clients, and skill and safety in use of tools. OTA108: Analysis of Physical Performance Credit Hours: 2 Clock Hours: 30 This course will present the basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology related to human movement and occupational performance. Topics include the interrelationship among the central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, and musculoskeletal system; anatomical landmarks; joints; posture, balance, and locomotion; analysis of functional movement required for work, self-care, and play. Also, this course includes evaluation procedures for range of motion, functional muscle strength and coordination testing, principles and techniques of body mechanics, and transfers and positioning. OTA109: Occupational Therapy Skills I Credit Hours: 2 Clock Hours: 30 This manipulative course provides fundamental knowledge of practice skills used with patients/clients across the life span and with various diagnoses. Observation and documentation techniques will be introduced.

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OTA110: Occupational Therapy Skills I Lab Credit Hours: 1 Clock Hours: 30 This lab course provides hands-on experiences that correspond to the didactic portion of Occupational Therapy Skills I. This course includes exploration of occupational therapy assessments, demonstration of selected practice skills, constructing assistive, adaptive equipment, and the ability to use the teaching-learning process with the client, family, significant others, colleagues, other health providers, and the public.

FIFTH TERM OTA200: Clinical Conditions II Credit Hours: 3 Clock Hours: 45 This course continues where Clinical Conditions I leaves off. The focus is to understand the effects of physical, developmental and mental health, heritable diseases and predisposing genetic conditions, disability, disease process and traumatic injury to the individual within the cultural context of family and society on occupational performance. OTA201: Fieldwork Seminar Credit Hours: 1 Clock Hours: 15 Preparation for full-time clinical practice, the national certification process, state licensure and future employment OTA202: Occupational Therapy Skills II Credit Hours: 3 Clock Hours: 45 This manipulative course provides intermediate practice skills for therapeutic interventions and techniques used to enhance functional ability and independence in daily life tasks and occupation across the life span with various diagnoses. OTA203: Occupational Therapy Skills II Lab Credit Hours: 3 Clock Hours: 90 This lab course provides hands-on experiences that relate to the didactic portion of Occupational Therapy Skills II. The student will review the use of occupational therapy terminology as it relates to practice, demonstrate selected practice skills including the fabrication, application, fitting and training in orthotic devices, principles and concepts of therapeutic exercise, advanced positioning techniques and recognize the use of superficial thermal and mechanical modalities.

SIXTH TERM OTA204: Occupational Therapy Skills III Credit Hours: 3 Clock Hours: 45 This manipulative course provides advanced therapeutic interventions and techniques used to enhance functional ability and independence in daily life tasks and occupation.

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OTA205: Occupational Therapy Skills III Lab Credit Hours: 2 Clock Hours: 60 This lab course provides hands-on experiences that relate to the didactic portion of Occupational Therapy Skills III. The student will demonstrate selected practice skills including joint protection, energy conservation, work simplification; explore alternative and emerging treatment approaches; describe evaluation techniques for activities of daily living; learn development, remediation, and compensation for physical, cognitive, perceptual, sensory, neuromuscular and behavioral skills; and demonstrate knowledge of assistive technology and augmentative communication. OTA220: Pharmacology Credit Hours: 1 Clock Hours: 15 This course presents an overview of the over-the-counter, herbal and prescribed drugs frequently used by individuals receiving occupational therapy and the effects these drugs have on occupational therapy treatment. Pharmacology is the study of the origin, properties and effects of drugs. Lecture topics include the use of drugs in the treatment of chronic diseases, the impact of pharmacotherapeutic agents on exercise, safety, cognitive and motor behavior, and the susceptibility of the elderly to drug-related problems. OTA206: Fieldwork Level I Clinical Credit Hours: 2.5 Clock Hours: 120 This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to observe and participate in clinical fieldwork. The student will also begin to develop professional work habits. Students are expected to function as participant observers in the assigned clinical setting. *Students will spend one (1) week, (40 clock hours each) in three (3) different field work settings for a total of 120 clock hours.

SEVENTH TERM OTA207: Occupational Therapy Concepts Credit Hours: 1 Clock Hours: 15 This course expands the knowledge and skills gained from previous courses presenting aspects of OT practice, professional ethics, conduct, communication, and academic and clinical competencies required for testing and licensure, scope of practice, and the OTA’s professional organization. OTA208: Occupational Therapy Concepts Lab Credit Hours: 1 Clock Hours: 30 This course expands the knowledge and skills gained from previous courses presenting practical application and procedural aspects of OTA practice, professional ethics, conduct, and communication.

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OTA209: Fieldwork Level II Clinical A Credit Hours: 7 Clock Hours: 320 (40 hours x 8 weeks) This application course synthesizes previous didactic instruction and clinical experiences obtained in Fieldwork I. In Fieldwork Level IIA, the student may encounter a variety of populations in a traditional or non-traditional based setting. The student will assume increasing responsibilities under supervision as appropriate for the setting.

EIGHTH TERM OTA210: Fieldwork Level II Clinical B Credit Hours: 7 Clock Hours: 320 (40 hours x 8 weeks) This application course synthesizes previous didactic instruction and experiences obtained in Fieldwork IIA. In Fieldwork IIB, the student may also encounter a variety of populations in a traditional or non-traditional setting. The student will be placed in a setting different from Fieldwork IIA. Student will assume increasing responsibilities under supervision as appropriate for the setting. OTA211: Occupational Therapy Transitions Credit Hours: 2 Clock Hours: 30 This course provides information and guidance to the student for their transitional process of becoming an occupational therapy practitioner. This course will encompass a variety of professional skills and concepts, complete documentation for state licensure, participate in final preparations for certification by the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy, and examine employability skills.

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Fresno Catalog Addendum Locations & Contact Information Fresno The Aegis classroom is located at 650 W. Alluvial, Fresno, CA 93711; Phone: (559)-447-2540; www.concorde.edu. Class sessions are held at this location.

Accreditations, Approvals & Memberships Institutional Accreditations Fresno • Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), a nationally recognized accrediting agency. • Concorde Career Institute is a private institution that has been granted approval to operate by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). The institution’s approval to operate as a private postsecondary institution in the State of California is based on provisions of the California Private Postsecondary Education Act (CPPEA) of 2009 (California Education Code, Title 3, Division 10, Part 59, Chapter 8), which is effective January 1, 2010. The BPPE website may be accessed at http://www.bppe.ca.gov/. • Eligible to participate in the student financial assistance programs authorized by Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended. Programmatic Accreditations Occupational Therapy Assistant Program The Occupational Therapy Assistant program has received “Full Accreditation” by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20814-3449. ACOTE’s telephone number c/o AOTA is 301-652-AOTA. Their website is www.acoteonline.org.

Student Complaint & Grievance Procedure

• Any questions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833 or P.O. Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818, www.bppe.ca.gov, (888) 370-7589 or by fax 916-263-1897. • A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling (888) 370-7589 or by completing a complaint form, which can be obtained on the bureau’s internet web site (www.bppe.ca.gov).

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The application process for this program will consist of several components. Scores for each component will be tallied on a ranked waitlist by points awarded for performance in each area. The top seven applicants will be granted admission into the program. The next three applicants will be designated as alternates and will be admitted to the program if a seat becomes available within the first week of class. The steps in the process are:

1. Completion of the application packet documents (must be completed prior to beginning process) 2. Concorde Telephone Interview (20% of the weighted grading) 3. Wonderlic Entrance Exam (15%) 4. Discover Entrance Exam (15%) 5. Essay (25%)

At this point, the top 10 applicants will continue in the process. 6. Aegis In-person Interview (25%) 7. Background Check – program acceptance contingent upon successful background check 8. Completion of Financial Aid process (must be completed within 3 weeks of start date)

The following is a detailed description of the component parts of the process:

1. Concorde Telephone Interview All applicants will need to complete a 15-30 minute telephone interview with a Concorde admissions representative. This may be conducted at the time the applicant first inquires about the program or may be scheduled for a later date. If scheduled, this interview must be conducted with 48 hours of the initial inquiry call.

2. Application Materials The following items must be completed to begin the process. Documents must be received within 48 hours of being sent to the applicant. Documents should be signed and scanned/emailed back to [email protected]. Once all required documents are received we will notify you by email of how to continue into the testing phase. Items that must be returned to begin the process:

• Personal Data Sheet • Transcript Request for Proof of High School Graduation (you must have either graduated from a High School

recognized by the Department of Education, or possess a valid GED) • Background check, drug testing and all other disclosures requiring signature

At the time you send back the application documents, you also must begin the Financial Aid process by:

• Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Other documents included in this packet are for your information and include:

• Program Fact Sheet outlining the program, calendar dates and the instructional delivery methods • Concorde College Fact Sheet

College Catalog – federal regulations require us to provide all applicants with a hard-copy of the catalog. We will mail you a copy. Until you receive it, you may access the catalog online at http://www.concorde.edu/campus/Miramar.

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mailto:[email protected]

http://www.concorde.edu/campus/Miramar

3. Enrollment Testing: There are two separate entrance examinations that must be completed:

Wonderlic Exam The Wonderlic is a standard entrance examination for all Concorde programs. Wonderlic is a non-proctored, web-based test that may be taken from any location, including your home. It is a timed 8-minute test consisting of 30 questions. The required minimum score for this test is 18. Once the required application materials are received by Concorde, you will receive an email with instructions on how to take test. This test must be completed within 48 hours of receipt of the email. Applicants who pass on the first attempt will receive email instructions on how to proceed to the next step. Applicants who do not successfully complete the test on the first try may attempt it a second time. Applicants will receive an email message instructing them on how to retest. You must complete the retest within 48 hours of receiving the retest notification. Applicants who do not successfully complete the exam by the second attempt cannot continue in the process.

Discover Exam The Discover is a 105-minute, 85-question proctored (supervised) exam that measures student knowledge in reading, mathematics, science, English, and language usage. The required minimum score for this test is 45. Unlike the Wonderlic, this exam cannot be taken online from home. Testing will be conducted in person either at the Aegis Training Center in Fresno or at a PSI Testing Center in your area. Once the Wonderlic has been successfully completed, applicants will be sent instructions on how to register for the Discover. This test must be completed within 7 calendar days of being notified. Applicants who do not successfully complete the Discover test on the first try may attempt it a second time. Applicants will receive an email message instructing them on how to retest. Retests must also be completed within 7 calendar days of notification. Applicants who do not successfully complete the exam by the second attempt cannot continue in the process. 4. Essay Once both the Wonderlic exam has been successfully completed and the Discover exam is scheduled, applicants will be asked to submit an essay addressing the following questions:

o Why I want to become an Occupational Therapy Assistant o Why I should be considered for this program o Aegis works with a primarily geriatric population – why I would like to work in this area

Essays will be due within 72 hours of the applicant being notified of their passing the Wonderlic exam.

5. Aegis In-person Interview Once all other components are complete, Aegis personnel will conduct in-person interviews with all candidates who mathematically are in the top 10 on the waitlist. Interviews last approximately 30 minutes and will be scheduled at the Aegis Training Center in Fresno, CA.

6. Complete Background Checks Final acceptance into the program will be contingent upon successfully passing the background. Concorde will submit background requests upon completion of all prior requirements. Applicants will be notified of the results within 4-5 business days after submission of the results.

WAITLIST Final selection will be based on this ranking sheet. The top three applicants not selected for the program will be listed as alternates, and will be contacted if a slot opens up at a later date.

PROGRAM ORIENTATION An orientation will be scheduled approximately two weeks prior to the start of class on December 1, 2014. Orientation will be mandatory. Representatives from the Miramar, Florida campus will be present to kick off the program. In addition, official enrollment agreements will be signed at that time.

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Concorde Career Institute, Miramar Volume 1 | Revised September 22, 2014 | Catalog effective from May 5, 2014, through May 5, 2015

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General Addendum to 2014 Catalog

Catalog Revisions

Date Revision Document Affected (if applicable):

06/03/14 The following revision is an addition to Admissions, Entrance Test Requirements, Nursing Program: A prospective student who has passed the National Council Licensure Examination-PN (NCLEX-PN) and holds an active unrestricted license for practical/vocational nursing may be admitted as a bridge student and be awarded academic credit for ASN100, ASN110, and ASN 150. The bridge student will need to complete all general education courses and ASN180 before entering term 4.

A. Within three years of graduation, an LPN/VN may enter directly into the program without clinical work experience if they meet all other admission requirements.

B. If more than 3 years but not more than 10 years after graduation, an LPN/VN must have completed either of the following within the last three years:

1. Nursing work experience of 1,000 hours, or 2. An experience approved by Concorde Career Institute

C. If more than 10 years past graduation, an LPN/VN must complete all of the above requirements plus: 1. A nursing challenge exam that includes written testing and skills-lab performance.

D. A pharmacology competency test is required for an LPN/VN. An LPN/VN who does not pass this test with a “B” or better will not be eligible for admission, but may be referred for a refresher course.

An LPN/VN may choose to take the general admission route for completion, which involves taking the six terms in sequence as outlined in this catalog.

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06/27/14 The following is a revision to Credit for Previous Training: Students from other Concorde Career Institutes / Colleges: • General education (non-science) communications, mathematics, social science or humanities courses were completed with a grade of “D” or better. • General education science (BIOL, CHEM) courses were completed within the previous ten years with a grade of “C” or better. Students may transfer up to 75% of the academic credits necessary to fulfill the requirements for graduation.

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06/27/14 The following verbiage should be DELETED from the following section: Financial Aid Veterans Eligible veterans may receive part-time benefits during classroom instruction and full-time benefits during the externship portion of a program.


06/27/14 The following is a revision to Official Letter Grading Scale: In general, a grade of “D” in general education courses is considered a minimally passing grade and does not have to be repeated. However, there are certain exceptions, particularly in the science courses. Below are the programs and list of courses where students must earn a minimum grade of “C”, else the course must be repeated toward graduation in that program. Nursing • Microbiology • Chemistry • Anatomy and Physiology I • Anatomy and Physiology II


06/27/14 The following is a revision to Conduct: Operation of any type of audio or video recording device without prior approval is prohibited. Violations of this policy may lead to disciplinary actions up to and including dismissal from school. A student dismissed for unsatisfactory conduct will not be eligible for readmission.

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06/27/14 The following replaces Student with Disabilities: Student with Disabilities Policy It is the policy of Concorde Career Colleges, Inc. (Campus) to abide by both the letter and spirit of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and its implementing regulation at 34 Code of Federal Regulations C.F.R., Part 104. Section 504 prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in programs and activities operated by recipients of Federal


This addendum is an integral part of the catalog. The information supplied in the following pages adds to or replaces material contained in the Concorde Career Institute, Miramar Campus Catalog, Volume 1, published May 2014.

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financial assistance. Covered entities must accommodate students with reasonable academic adjustments and auxiliary aids and services that are necessary to afford an individual with a disability an equal opportunity to participate in its programs. Concorde is not required to make academic adjustments and/or provide auxiliary aids and services that would result in a fundamental alteration of its programs or impose an undue burden. The Campus prohibits all discrimination against “qualified individuals with disabilities” as defined in Concorde’s Disabilities Policy. In addition, a “qualified disabled person,” with respect to post-secondary and vocational education services, is one who meets the academic and technical standards requisite to participation in the Campus’s education program. No one should inquire of prospective students or applicants whether they have a disability. No one should ask a current student if he or she has a disability. Procedures for Requesting Academic Adjustment and/or Auxiliary Aid: Current students with disabilities wishing to request academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids must contact the Campus President/Director of Operations. The Campus President/Director of Operations is designated as the Campus Compliance Coordinator (CCC) with respect to Section 504. A disclosure of a disability or request for adjustments and/or aids made to a faculty or staff member, other than the CCC, will not be treated as a request for an academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid. However, if a student discloses a disability to faculty or staff, he or she is required to direct the student to the CCC. The CCC will provide the student with an academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid Request Form for Students with Disabilities to complete. Academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids are available to students who provide documentation of a disability, specifically that they have an impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. In general, the documentation referenced should not be more than three years old prior to entrance testing into a program. The documented assessments must be completed by qualified professionals in the area of disability. The Campus reserves the right to either waive the three-year requirement or request more recent documentation based on the nature of the disability. Documentation and sources used to evaluate the need and determine appropriate adjustments or aids may include a licensed professional’s current medical diagnosis and date of diagnosis, evaluation of how the student’s disability affects one or more of the major life activities and recommendations, psychological and/or emotional diagnostic tests, aptitude and achievement tests with results/reports, functional effects or limitations of the disability (physical limitations) and/or medications and recommendations, and social and cultural background and adaptive behavior. The Campus reserves the right to request additional documentation as needed. After the CCC or his or her designee receives the academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid Request Form and the required documentation, the CCC will engage in an interactive process with the student to determine what academic adjustment(s) and/or auxiliary aid(s) is appropriate. This process will include primary consideration of the student’s recommendations. It is the responsibility of the student to initiate this process by contacting the Coordinator and participating in the interactive process to identify appropriate academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids. Additionally, Campus policies require that the CCC contact the Student Affairs Manager immediately following a request for academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids in order to assist in the process. The academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid request form and documentation will be reviewed by the CCC and the Student Affairs Manager. Within 10 business days, the CCC will meet with the student to discuss the appropriate reasonable academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids needed. Primary consideration will be given to the student’s requested academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids. Any academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid denied will include a written statement as to the basis. Whenever an academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid is denied, CCC will enter into an interactive communication with the requestor and discuss the need for additional documentation and/or alternate academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids. If the student is denied the requested adjustment or aid, he or she may file a grievance using the Grievance Procedure or the student may file a complaint with the Office for Civil Rights. The CCC is responsible for ensuring that approved academic adjustments and auxiliary aids are implemented in a timely manner and will be responsible for ensuring compliance of accommodations through the Academic Dean and Program Director. If students believe that the academic adjustment and/or auxiliary aid is not being implemented, they are urged to contact the CCC to discuss the matter. If not resolved, students may file a grievance using the Grievance Procedure or the student may file a complaint with the Office for Civil Rights. 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determination by using the Grievance Procedure or the student may file a complaint with the Office for Civil Rights. Grievance Procedure Any complaints alleging discrimination based on one’s disability, including disagreements regarding requested academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids, may be grieved using the following procedures: He or she should contact the Campus Compliance Coordinator (Campus President/Director of Operations) to file a formal grievance as soon as the student knew or reasonably should have known of the alleged discriminatory act or disagreement regarding academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids. The Campus Compliance Coordinator (CCC) will assist the student in defining the grievance and will witness the student’s signature on the Grievance Form. All grievances shall be reviewed and investigated by the Vice President of Academic Affairs. The Vice President of Academic Affairs role should be to investigate whether the student was discriminated based on disability by gathering all relevant information. Allegations can include, but are not limited to, harassment, failure to provide approved aids or adjustments, or a disagreement over what aids and adjustments are appropriate. The student shall have an opportunity to express his or her concerns with the Vice President of Academic Affairs. All reasonable efforts will be made to provide a written determination to the student within 30 days, which will close the charge of discrimination. If the student feels the alleged discriminatory act was conducted by the CCC, the student may contact the Vice President of Academic Affairs at 1-800-852-8434 to file a formal grievance at any time in the process. The determination made by the Vice President of Academic Affairs will be the final review. The Campus is dedicated to protecting the rights provided to individuals with disabilities by Section 504. Federal regulations prohibit the Campus from discriminating against students on the basis of disability. If a student believes that the Campus has discriminated against him or her or another person on the basis of disability, the student may file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights. The Campus prohibits retaliation against persons who file complaints of discrimination or assist with or participate in a Campus or government agency investigation, proceeding, or hearing concerning complaints of discrimination. Retaliation complaints may be filed separately with the Office for Civil Rights. Current or prospective students with disabilities wishing to request academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids must contact the Campus President.

07/03/14 The following policy is an addition to the Academic Standards Section: Florida law requires that all nonpublic colleges, universities and schools inform students of the existence of the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) sexual predator and sexual offender registry website (http://offender.fdle.state.fl.us/offender/homepage.do) and toll free telephone number (1-888-357-7332, for TTY Accessibility 1-877-414-7234).


07/03/14 The following is an addition to Financial Aid: Scholarships Kozet Boyd Memorial Scholarship The Scholarship Foundation for Concorde Career College established the Kozet Boyd Memorial Scholarship to assist students who display the same values and determination that Kozet epitomized as an educator with Concorde's North Hollywood campus. These scholarships are awarded to students who have demonstrated academic discipline and strong personal values that align with Concorde's Mission Statement and Core Values. Kozet Boyd Scholarships will be based on personal circumstances and references, and the actual amount will be based on a recommendation from the Campus President.


07/23/14 The following is a revision to Official Letter Grading Scale: Respiratory Therapy To pass any course in the Respiratory Therapy program a student must earn a minimum of 75% theory grade and a pass rating on all clinical and laboratory objectives for that course. A student earning less than a 75% on an examination must attend mandatory attendance at "practice and review" sessions. If the student earns an overall grade of less than 75%, the student will not be allowed to progress in the program and will be withdrawn or set back on a space-available basis. Students are required to pass the final written and practicum examinations to graduate the program.


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education format. For other General Education courses, students may be offered an option to take a course online or in a traditional classroom setting. Please refer to your Admissions Representative or Academic Dean for course schedules.

07/23/14 The following are corrections to Course Descriptions Medical Assistant MDCA1412: Fundamentals of Medical Assisting Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0 MCDA1422: Administrative & Front Office Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0 MCDA1421: Health & Disease I Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0

MDCA1442: Health & Disease II Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0

MDCA1452: Clinical Laboratory I Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0 MCDA1462: Clinical Laboratory II Credit Hours 3.50 Clock Hours: 40/48/0


07/23/14 The following is a revision to Enrollment Procedure: Program Director Interview Physical Therapist Assistant applicants must interview with the Program Director prior to enrollment. The Physical Therapist Assistant Program Director interview weights previous academic performance, healthcare experience, and overall professional presentation. The outcome of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program Director interview is considered in ranking applicants in addition to entrance test scores and financial readiness. The weighting of these components may be found in the Waitlist Procedure Acknowledgement Form which will be provided by an admission representative during the initial interview.


8/5/14 The following are revisions to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program: OTA105: Clinical Conditions I Theory Hours: 52.5 Semester Credit Hours: 3.50 OTA200: Clinical Conditions II Theory Hours: 52.5 Semester Credit Hours: 3.50


8/5/14 The following is a deletion to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program: OTA220: Pharmacology


8/5/14 The following are revisions to Program Course Descriptions: OTA105: Clinical Conditions I Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 52.5/0/0 This course focuses on the etiology, clinical process, pharmacological implications, and prognosis of common diseases and illnesses, and the effect of disease or illness on an individual's performance and the impact this has on the person, family, and society. Content includes physical, mental, developmental, and orthopedic conditions. OTA200: Clinical Conditions II Credit Hours: 3.50 Clock Hours: 52.5/0/0 This course continues where Clinical Conditions I leaves off. It focuses on the effects of physical, developmental and mental health, heritable diseases and predisposing genetic conditions, disability, disease process, pharmacological implications, and traumatic injury to the individual within the cultural context of family and society on occupational performance.

Main Catalog, pages 37-45

8/5/14 The following is a deletion to Program Course Descriptions: OTA220: Pharmacology Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/0 This course presents an overview of the over-the-counter, herbal, and prescribed drugs frequently used by individuals receiving occupational therapy and the effects these drugs have on occupational therapy treatment. Pharmacology is the study of the origin, properties, and effects of drugs. Lecture topics include the use of drugs in the treatment of chronic diseases, the impact of pharmacotherapeutic agents on exercise, safety, cognitive and motor behavior, and the susceptibility of the elderly to drug-related problems.



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8/13/14 The following is an addition to Financial Aid: Scholarships Presidential Hope Scholarship The Presidential Hope Scholarship program is a campus-based program administered at individual Concorde campuses within the parameters established by Concorde Career Colleges, Inc. This scholarship program is only available to new students who enroll in eligible programs. The scholarship award will be based on the individual student’s economic circumstances as determined by the Campus President in accordance with the parameters established by Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.


9/03/14 The following is a revision to Graduation Ceremonies: To be eligible to participate in official ceremonies, graduates must be current on all financial obligations at the time of graduation.


9/03/14 The following is a revision to the Program Requirements for the Respiratory Therapy program: Successful completion of general education courses is required before entering the occupational portion of the program, which is offered sequentially.


9/03/14 The following is an addition to Campus Facilities, General Facilities: Student Library Students will be held responsible and accountable for books and other items belonging to Concorde Career Colleges, Inc., and the Student Library. Once a book, or other item, is borrowed from the Student Library by a student, it becomes the responsibility of the receiver (student) to maintain the integrity/condition of the book and return the item within three business days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays). Students who have checked out a book from the Student Library will have three business days to use the item in its educational capacity. If the book is needed for longer than the three-day checkout, it may be rechecked at the discretion of the Student Library Coordinator. If the book is then not returned within the three-day period, a charge of $.50 per day will be assessed. If the student loses the book, the student will be responsible for paying the original list price for the lost book. If the student damages the book, the student can be charged a minimum of $10, up to full, original list price, depending on the damage and ability to reuse the book.


9/09/14 The following replaces the third bullet point in the Key to the first Official Letter Grading Scale on page 34: *** This course will be included in the student’s CGPA.


9/09/14 The following is an addition to Official Letter Grading Scale: The first official letter grading scale on page 34 of the catalog is applicable to the General Education Courses.


9/09/14 The following is a revision to the Official Letter Grading Scale: Non-Clinical Program Content Courses The official letter grading scale on page 34 of the catalog is applicable to the Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Pharmacy Technician, and Medical Office Administration programs.


9/09/14 The following is an addition to Academic Information, Clinical/Externship: Students are responsible for all costs related to travel to and from clinical sites, including, but not limited to, meals, lodging and fuel.


9/09/14 The following is a revision to Admissions, Credit for Previous Training: If the course(s) is similar in character and objectives to the course(s) offered at Concorde Career College, the student will receive credit for the course(s). For diploma programs, students may transfer from another postsecondary school up to 25 percent of the clock or credit hours necessary to fulfill the requirements for graduation. For associate degree programs, students may transfer from another postsecondary school up to 24 credit hours of the academic credits necessary to fulfill the requirements for graduation.


9/22/14 The following is a revision to Entrance Test Requirements (Effective for all enrollments after 9/15/2014):

Wonderlic Wonderlic Basic Skills Test Dental Assistant N/A* 120

Medical Office Administration N/A* 120 Medical Assistant N/A* 120

Patient Care Technician N/A* 120

TEAS V

Nursing 20 55

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Pharmacy Technician 10 N/A Physical Therapist Assistant 18 45

Occupational Therapy Assistant 18 45 Respiratory Therapy 17 45

• SAT score of 1300 or above achieved within five years of the date of application to Concorde. • ACT score of 19 or above achieved within five years of the date of application to Concorde. • Official proof of successfully passing the WBST at the current required score within the last 6 months. • A U.S. government-issued identification card is required for all entrance testing. *If a prospective core student has previously attempted the Wonderlic SLE within 6 months of enrollment and received a minimum score of 14 or higher they may enroll utilizing these entrance tests.

Clinical Programs Prospective clinical students will sit for the Wonderlic SLE. Prospective Nursing students, who meet the initial Wonderlic SLE cut-score will also be administered the TEAS V and must achieve a minimum composite score of 55 to move forward in the admissions process. All other prospective students applying for clinical programs that lead to board exams and/or licensure who meet the initial Wonderlic SLE cut-score will be required to take the TEAS V Allied Health. Candidates for these programs must achieve a minimum composite score of 45 to move forward in the admissions process. Those meeting the Wonderlic SLE minimum score requirement and/or TEAS-V/TEAS-V Allied Health minimum score requirement will be placed on a waitlist, if applicable. The list will be sorted high to low based on the current waitlist criteria. Students will be selected from the waitlist and notified at least two weeks to the start of the program. Applicants may attempt the TEAS V/TEAS V Allied Health two times. If the minimum score is not met, the applicant must wait 6 months before retesting.

9/22/14 The following replaces the first paragraph under Academic Standards, Conduct: Students must adhere to the Code of Conduct, to include conduct that will not interfere with the learning process of any other student, the classroom instruction, or the progress of the class in general. The school administration reserves the right, in the exercise of the outcome, to suspend and/or dismiss a student for any of the following reasons:



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This addendum is an integral part of the catalog. The information supplied in the following pages adds to or replaces material contained in the Miramar, Florida, Campus Catalog, Volume 1, published May 2014.

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Personnel Addendum to 2014 Florida Catalog • Volume 1Published May 2014Catalog effective from May 5, 2014 through May 5, 2015

Corporate OfficersTimothy Foster • Chief Executive Officer

Juli Fisher • Chief Financial OfficerTom Garrett • Chief Marketing Officer

Jami Frazier • Senior Vice President of OperationsHarry Dotson • Vice President of Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

Derek McCallum • Vice President of Information TechnologyMike Wimer • Vice President of Admissions

Lisa Henak • Assistant Treasurer | Executive Assistant

Name Education/Credentials Title

ADMINISTRATION

Knight, Jessie Campus President

Dryer, Nethaneel Maintenance Tech

ADMISSIONS

Portugal, Paul Director

Ali-Marsh, Zahiroon Admissions Coordinator

Alonzo, Andrew Admissions Representative

Birger, Celeste Admissions Representative

Gray, Valerie Admissions Representative

Hudson, Angella Admissions Representative

Simpson, Claudette Admissions Representative

Santana De La Paz, Deborah Receptionist

White, Limor Receptionist

BUSINESS OFFICE

Manes, Hal Manager

DENTAL ASSISTANT PROGRAM

Parker, Alphia BSB/M University of Phoenix, Cert, Expanded Functions - Concorde Program Director

Daley, Shanika AS, LPN Degree Broward College Instructor

Mosley, Chasity Cert, Expanded Functions - Concorde Instructor

Personnel Addendum Published: May 05, 2014

CONCORDE CAREER INSTITUTEMiramar, Florida

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EDUCATION

Kenney, Audra Academic Dean

Alonsa, Lisette Learning Resource Coordinator

Gonzalez, Dayana Registrar

Luma, Juliette Clinical Administrative Assistant

Troutman, Veronica Test Proctor

FINANCIAL AID

Tassy, Yolene Director

Cartagena-Rosa, Amelphy Senior Financial Aid Officer

Campbell, Jennifer Financial Aid Officer

Grant-Arscott, Gillian Financial Aid Officer

GENERAL EDUCATION

Acurio, Reynaldo MD, University of Buenos Aires, MBA Business, Florida International University Adjunct Instructor

Avart, Donald MA, Rowan University, BA, Temple University Adjunct Instructor

Belisario, May M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction-Averett , BS Mathematics – Advetist University Adjunct Instructor

Falowski, Frank MD, British West Indies, DC – Chiropractic Doctor, Life Chiro Univ., PhD Southern College

Adjunct Instructor

Kimbert, John PhD and MA University of Miami, BS-Excelsior College Adjunct Instructor

Reardon, Kevin MFA, Finance- Sarah Lawrence College, BA, Business- Brandeis University Adjunct Instructor

Troup, Betina BS. Business Communications-St. Thomas University Instructor

Williams, Wilbert MBA-Duke University, MS- Computer Science, Univ., of MI, BS – Mathematics, Fayetteville State Un.

Adjunct Instructor

MEDICAL ASSISTANT PROGRAM

Guy, RoQuanda Diploma, Medical Assistant Concorde Career College, AS, Midwifery- Miami Dade College, BS, Business-University of Phoenix, MS, Education Administra-tion-Nova Southeastern University

Program Director

Conrad, Maryalice Diploma, Medical Assistant- Concorde Career College Instructor

Darienzo, Joan Diploma, Medical Assistant-Ft. Lauderdale College Instructor

Hill-Jackson, Savier Annette Diploma, Medical Assistant- Concorde Career College Instructor

McDonald, Anthony Diploma, Medical Assistant - Ultrasound Diagnostic School Instructor

Urmaza, Ferdinand MD Medicine, Far Eastern University, BS Zoology, Far Eastern University Instructor

MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

Guy, RoQuanda Diploma, Medical Assistant Concorde Career College, AS, Midwifery- Miami Dade College, BS, Business-University of Phoenix, MS, Education Administra-tion-Nova Southeastern University

Program Director

Waite Okoro, Georgia Diploma, Insurance Coding and Billing Specialist-Concorde Career College Instructor

NURSING PROGRAM

Walwema, Maria MSN, Nursing and Healthcare Ed – Univ. of Phoenix, BSN Velez College of Nursing

Program Director

Gonzalez, Marisela MSN, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL; ASN, Broward College, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Instructor

Harris, Rhonda Gaye MSN, Florida International University, Miami, FL, BSN, College of Mt. Saint Vincent, Riverdale, NY

Instructor

Johnson, Marlene BSN, University of Phoenix, ASN, Broward Community College Instructor

Myles, Jacqulin RN, University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ; MSN, New York University, NY Instructor

Otto, Caroline MSN University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ; BSN Kaplan University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL; ASN B. G. Alexander College of Nursing

Instructor

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Roffi, Brenda MSN, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, ASN, Broward University Instructor

Smith, Noreen AASN, Queensbough Community College Instructor

Sullivan, Gail MSN, Florida International University, Miami, FL, BSN, College of Mt. Saint Vincent

Instructor

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT PROGRAM

Mullaney, Robert AA, Pre-Med – Miami Dade Comm. College, BS, Occupational Therapy, Florida Intl University, MBA, Health Services Administration – Nova Southeastern University, DBA, Business Administration (Management) – Nova Southeastern University

Program Director

Mattey, Rene BS, Occupational Therapy – Western Michigan University Instructor

McMiller-Miller, Lanaisha AS, Pre-occupational Therapy Studies – Oakwood Studies, MS Occupational Studies – Nova Southeastern University

Instructor

PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN PROGRAM

Holmes, Nydia Surgical Technician Diploma, York Tech College, Rock Hill, SC, ASN, USC, Lancaster, SC

Instructor

Weber, Stacy Registered Nurse, Diploma, Mountainside Hospital School of Nursing Instructor

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM

King, Jamel A.S/Institute of Career Ed./South College Program Director

Donawa, Russell Diploma/Pharmacy Beacon Institute Instructor

Gurule-Ferguson, Anna Marie A.S/Georgia Medical Institute Instructor

PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT PROGRAM

Wallace, Mariesol PT, MPT Program Director

Barbosa-Timoteo, Cristiane PTA, RSF, CWT Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education

PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM

Conner, Cathy RN, BSN, Kent State University, New Philadelphia, OH Instructor

DeBerry, Chris ASN, Gannon University, Erie, PA Instructor

Grant, Elizabeth RN, AND, FL State College Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL Instructor

Lewis, Arnitra AND, Florida Community College at Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL, BSN, Kaplan University, Davenport, IA

Instructor

Lewis, Dottie RN, Lorain County Community College, Elyria, OH Instructor

Wright, Katharine BA, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX, BSN, UNF, Jacksonville, FL Instructor

RESPIRATORY THERAPY PROGRAM

Avariano, Arleen BA, Respiratory Tech, Ladycliff College, NY Program Director

Reese, Dennis I. M.Ed, Health occupational Ed & Adult Ed. – FIU, AS Respiratory Therapy, Miami Dade College

Director of Clinical Education

Gonzalez, Alina AS, Respiratory Tech - Miami Dade College Instructor

Pequeno, Joseph AS Respiratory Therapy – Respiratory Therapy Institute Instructor

STUDENT AFFAIRS

Nunez, Mayra Director of Student Affairs

Wolfzorn, Lissette Director of Student Services

Alvarez, Josh Career Development Manager

Resnik, Reina Senior Graduate Employment Specialist

Royzis, Jennifer Graduate Employment Specialist

Quiñones, Cynthia Student Services Advisor

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SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST PROGRAM

Roberts, Nicole AS, Surgical Tech – Baker College, Muskegon, MI Program Director

Alberty, Yahaira Diploma, Surgical Tech – Sanford Brown Institute Instructor

Chung, Joseph Diploma, Surgical Tech – Sanford Brown Institute Instructor

Greenough, Rebecca Diploma, Surgical Tech – Renton Technical College, Renton, WA Instructor

Molina, Peter Diploma, Surgical Tech - National School of Technology Instructor

Seme, Nuance Diploma, Surgical Tech – Sanford Brown Institute Instructor

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Educational Expense Addendum to 2014 Catalog Revised July 11, 2014Catalog effective from May 5, 2014 through May 5, 2015

Educational Expense Addendum

This addendum is an integral part of the catalog. The information supplied in the following pages adds to or replaces material contained in the Concorde Career Institute—Miramar Campus Catalog, Volume 1, published May 2014.

flmir Miramar, FL

Program Reg Fee Total Tuition Tuition AY1 Tuition AY2 Tuition AY3 TextbooksTextbook Handling

Fee**Total Textbooks Uniforms Health Screen Sales Tax Total*

Medical Assistant 50.00$ 15,098.00$ -$ -$ -$ 498.00$ 49.80$ 547.80$ 133.94$ 260.00$ 37.92$ 16,127.66$

Medical Assistant PM 50.00$ 14,098.00$ -$ -$ -$ 498.00$ 49.80$ 547.80$ 133.94$ 260.00$ 37.92$ 15,127.66$

Dental Assistant 50.00$ 15,125.00$ -$ -$ -$ 688.00$ 68.80$ 756.80$ 133.94$ 260.00$ 49.32$ 16,375.06$

Dental Assistant PM 50.00$ 14,125.00$ -$ -$ -$ 688.00$ 68.80$ 756.80$ 133.94$ 260.00$ 49.32$ 15,375.06$

Medical Office Administration 50.00$ 14,443.00$ -$ -$ -$ 1,197.00$ 119.70$ 1,316.70$ 133.94$ -$ 79.86$ 16,023.50$

Medical Office Administration PM 50.00$ 13,443.00$ -$ -$ -$ 1,197.00$ 119.70$ 1,316.70$ 133.94$ -$ 79.86$ 15,023.50$

Surgical Technologist 100.00$ 22,035.00$ 16,526.00$ 5,509.00$ -$ 1,439.00$ 71.95$ 1,510.95$ 191.34$ 436.74$ 97.82$ 24,371.85$

Patient Care Technician 50.00$ 10,107.00$ -$ -$ -$ 495.00$ 49.50$ 544.50$ 133.94$ 315.84$ 37.74$ 11,189.02$

Pharmacy Technician 50.00$ 12,570.00$ -$ -$ -$ 666.00$ 66.60$ 732.60$ 133.94$ 260.00$ 48.00$ 13,794.54$

Occupational Therapy Assistant 100.00$ 31,595.00$ 11,848.00$ 11,848.00$ 7,899.00$ 2,422.00$ 121.10$ 2,543.10$ 191.34$ 486.14$ 156.80$ 35,072.38$

Nursing 100.00$ 38,473.00$ 16,488.00$ 16,488.00$ 5,497.00$ 2,918.00$ 145.90$ 3,063.90$ 191.34$ 486.14$ 186.56$ 42,500.94$

Respiratory Therapy 100.00$ 39,949.00$ 17,121.00$ 17,121.00$ 5,707.00$ 2,324.00$ 116.20$ 2,440.20$ 191.34$ 315.84$ 150.92$ 43,147.30$

Physical Therapist Assistant 100.00$ 32,395.00$ 12,148.00$ 12,148.00$ 8,099.00$ 2,656.00$ 132.80$ 2,788.80$ 191.34$ 486.14$ 170.84$ 36,132.12$

*Effective for all enrollments on or after 07/14/14 for all start dates on or after 07/14/14.**This is a fee to defray costs at the campus level associated with the administration and distribution of textbooks.

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SCHOOL PERFORMANCE FACT SHEET Occupational Therapist Assistant (A.S.) - 80 Instructional Weeks

This program is new. Therefore, the number of students who graduate, the number of students who are placed, or the starting salary you can earn after finishing the educational program are unknown at this time. Information regarding general salary and placement statistics may be available from government sources or from the institution, but is not equivalent to actual performance data.

Completion Rates (includes data for the two calendar years prior to reporting)

Calendar Year Number of Students Who Began Program1 Students Available for Graduation2 Graduates3 Completion Rate4

2013 N/A N/A N/A N/A


Students Completing After Published Program Length – 150% Completion Rate

Calendar Year Number of Students Who Began Program1 Students Available for Graduation2 150% Graduates5

150% Completion Rate 6



1“Number of Students Who Began Program” is the number of students who began the program who are scheduled to complete the

program within the reporting calendar year.

2“Students Available for Graduation” is the number of students who began program minus the number of “Students unavailable for

graduation,” which means those students who have died, been incarcerated, or called to active military duty.

3“Graduates” is the number of students who completed the program within 100% of the published program length.

4“Completion Rate” is the number of Graduates divided by the Number of Students Available for Graduation.

5”150% Graduates” is the number of students who completed the program within 101-150% of the published program length.

6”150% Completion Rate” is the number of students who completed the program in the reported calendar year within 101-150% of

the published program length divided by the Number of Students Available for Graduation in the published program length period.

Student Initials: _______ Date: ________

Placement Rates (includes data for the two calendar years prior to reporting)

Calendar Year

Number of Students Who

Began Program1

Number of

Graduate2

Graduates Available for

Employment3

Graduates Employed in the

Field4

Placement Rate % Employed in

the Field5

Graduates Employed in the Field an average of less than 32 hours

per week5

Graduates Employed in the Field at least 32 hours per week

2013 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

2014 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 1“Number of Students Who Began Program” means the number of students who began the program who are scheduled to complete

the program within the reporting calendar year.

2“Number of Graduates” is the number of students who have completed the program within 100% of the published program length.

3“Graduates Available for Employment” means the number of graduates minus the number of graduates who, after graduation, die,

become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa

allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary

institution.

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Occupational Therapist Assistant (A.S.) - 80 Instructional Weeks

4“Graduates Employed in the Field” means graduates who report that they are gainfully employed within six months of graduation in

a position for which the skills obtained through the education and training provided by the institution are required or provided a

significant advantage to the graduate in obtaining the position.

5”Placement Rate” is calculated by dividing the number of graduates employed in the field by the number of graduates available for

employment.

Student Initials: _______ Date: ________

Annual Salary and Wages Reported by Graduates Employed in the Field

Calendar Year

Graduates Available for

Employment1

Graduates Employed in

the Field2

Annual Salary and Wages by Graduates Employed in the Field3

$20,000-$24,999

$25,000-$29,999

$30,000-$34,999

$35,000-$39,999

Students Not Reporting

Salary

$20,000-$24,999

$25,000-$29,999

$30,000-$34,999

$35,000-$39,999

Students Not Reporting

Salary



1“Graduates Available for Employment” means the number of graduates minus the number of graduates unavailable for employment. “Graduates unavailable for employment” means graduates who, after graduation, die, become incarcerated, are called to active military duty, are international students that leave the United States or do not have a visa allowing employment in the United States, or are continuing their education in an accredited or bureau-approved postsecondary institution. 2“Graduates Employed in the Field” means graduates who are gainfully employed in a single position for which the institution represents the program prepares its graduates within six months after a student completes the applicable educational program. For occupations for which the state requires passing an examination, the period of employment shall begin within six months of the announcement of the examination results for the first examination available after a student completes an applicable educational program. 3 Salary information is as reported by the student. Not all graduates reported salary.

Student Initials: _______ Date: _______

This institution does not have a current 3 year cohort default rate because this is a new program. The 2011 3 year cohort default rate reported by the U.S. Department of Education for Concorde Career Institute Miramar is 11.6%.

The percentage of students who attended this institution in 2014 who received federal student loans to help pay their cost of education at the school was approximately ___%.

Student Initials: _______ Date: _______

Students may obtain a list of the employment positions determined to be within this field, for the calculation of job placement rates, at www.onetonline.org. Further information regarding how to obtain a list of objective sources of information used to substantiate the salary disclosure may be obtained from the Campus President.

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SCHOOL PERFORMANCE FACT SHEET Occupational Therapist Assistant (A.S.) - 80 Instructional Weeks

This fact sheet is filed with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Regardless of any information you may have relating to completion rates, placement rates, starting salaries, or license exam passage rates, this fact sheet contains the information as calculated pursuant to state law.

Any questions a student may have regarding this fact sheet that may not have been satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, P.O. Box 980818, Sacramento, CA 95798-0818, Phone (916) 431-6959, Fax (916) 263-1897, www.bppe.ca.gov.

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Student Name (Printed)

Student Signature Date School Representative Signature Date

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BPPE Annual Report for 2014 Institution

Tracking Number: 20151214114343

Report for Year: 2014

Institution Name: Concorde Career Institute

Institution Code (If an institution has branch locations the institution code is theschool code for the main location): 86853384

Street Address (Physical Location): 650 West Alluvial

City: Fresno

State: California

Zip Code: 93711

Number of Branch Locations: 0

Number of Satellite Locations: 0

Is this institution current with all assessments to the Student Tuition RecoveryFund?: yes

Is your institution accredited by an accrediting agency/agencies recognized by theUnited States Department of Education? Include only full institutional approval,not programmatic approval: yesIf you answered yes to the question above, please identify the accrediting agency:Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges

If your institution has specialized accreditation from a recognized United StatesDepartment of Education approved specialized/programmatic accreditor, list theaccreditation: Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education

Has any accreditation agency taken any formal disciplinary action against thisinstitution? If Yes, please submit a paper copy of the action, refer to the AnnualReport Completion Check Sheet.: no

Does your institution participate in federal financial aid programs under Title IV of

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the Federal Higher Education Act?: yes

What is the total amount of Title IV funds received by your institution in 2014?:18768

Does your institution participate in veteran's financial aid education programs?: yes

What is the total amount of veteran's financial aid funds received by yourinstitution in 2014?: 0

Does your institution participate in the Cal Grant program?: no

What is the total amount of Cal Grant funds received by your institution in 2014?: 0

Is your institution on the California Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL)?: no

Is your institution receiving funds from the Work Investment Act (WIA) Program?:no

What is the total amount of WIA funds received by your institution in 2014?: 0

Does your institution participate in, or offer any additional financial aid program?yesIf yes, please indicate the name of the financial aid program: Institutional financingand scholarships for those students who qualify. Students should inquire with the campusfinancial aid office to determine eligibility for additional financial programs.

If your institution reports a Cohort Default Rate to the US Department ofEducation, enter the most recent three year cohort default rate reported to the U.S.Department of Education for this institution:

The percentage of students who in 2014 received federal student loans to help paytheir cost of education at the school was: 50

The percentage of institutional income in 2014 that was derived from publicfunding.: 68

Number of Doctorate Degrees Offered: 0

Number of Students enrolled in Doctorate level programs at this Institution: 0

Number of Master Degrees Offered: 0

Number of Students enrolled in Master level programs at this institution: 0

Number of Bachelor Degrees Offered: 0

Number of Students enrolled in Bachelor level programs at this institution: 0

Number of Associate Degrees Offered: 1

Number of Students enrolled in Associate l programs at this institution: 14



Number of Diploma or Certificate Programs Offered: 0

Number of Students enrolled in Diploma or Certificate programs at this institution:0

Link to your Institution website: http://www.concorde.edu/program/occupationaltherapyassistantmiramarflorida

Link to your Performance Fact Sheet if it appears on your website:http://www.concorde.edu/program/occupationaltherapyassistantmiramarflorida

Link to your Catalog if it appears on your website:http://www.concorde.edu/program/occupationaltherapyassistantmiramarflorida

Link to your Annual Report if it appears on your website:http://www.concorde.edu/program/occupationaltherapyassistantmiramarflorida

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BPPE Annual Report for 2014 – Programs

Tracking Number: 20151214115505

Report for Year: 2014

Institution Code: 86853384

INFORMATON FOR EACH EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM OFFERED AT THEINSTITUTIONDegree/Program Level: Associate

If Other, please specify:

Degree/Program Title: AssociateScience

If Other Doctorate, Other Master, Other Bachelor, Other Associate or Other waschosen, please specify:

Name of Program (e.g. Business Administration, Massage, etc.): OccupationalTherapy Assistant

Number of Degrees or Diplomas Awarded: 0

Total Charges for this program (Report whole dollars only): $ 35072

Number of Students Who Began the Program: 14

Students Available for Graduation: 0

Graduates: 0

Completion Rate: 0

150% Completion Rate: 0

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Department of Education?: no

PLACEMENTGraduates Available for Employment: 0

Graduates Employed in the Field: 0

Placement Rate: 0

Graduates employed in the field an average of less than 32 hours per week: 0

Graduates employed in the field an average of 32 or more hours per week: 0

EXAM PASSAGE RATEDoes this educational program lead to an occupation that requires licensing?: yes

If Yes, please provide the information below (For each of the last two years): First Data Year (YYYY): 2014

Name of the licensing entity that licenses this field: NBCOT

Name of Exam: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Examinati

Number of Students Taking Exam: 0

Number Who Passed the Exam: 0

Number Who Failed the Exam: 0

Passage Rate: 0

Is this data from the licensing agency that administered the exam?: yes

Name of Agency:

If the response was no, provide a description of the process used for attempting tocontact students:

Second Data Year (YYYY): 2013

Name of the licensing entity that licenses this field: NBCOT

Name of Exam: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Examinati

Number of Students Taking Exam: 0

Number Who Passed the Exam: 0



Number Who Failed the Exam: 0

Passage Rate: 0

Is this data from the licensing agency that administered the exam?: yes

Name of Agency:

If the response was no, provide a description of the process used for attempting tocontact students:

Do graduates have the option or requirement for more than one type of licensingexam?:

Provide the names of other licensing exam options: Name of Option/Requirement: Kristen Marshall

Name of Option/Requirement: Kristen Marshall

Name of Option/Requirement: Kristen Marshall

SALARY DATAGraduates Available for Employment: 0

Graduates Employed in the Field: 0

Graduates Employed in the Field Reported receiving the following Salary or Wage:

$0 $5,000.00: 0

$5,001.00 $10,000.00: 0

$10,001.00 $15,000.00: 0

$15,001.00 $20,000.00: 0

$20,001.00 $25,000.00: 0

$25,001.00 $30,000.00: 0

$30,001.00 $35,000.00: 0

$35,001.00 $40,000.00: 0

$40,001.00 $45,000.00: 0

$45,001.00 $50,000.00: 0

$50,001.00 $55,000.00: 0



$55,001.00 $60,000.00: 0

$60,001.00 $65,000.00: 0

$65,001.00 $70,000.00: 0

$70,001.00 $75,000.00: 0

$75,001.00 $80,000.00: 0

$80,001.00 $85,000.00: 0

$85,001.00 $90,000.00: 0

$90,001.00 $95,000.00: 0

$95,001.00 $100,000.00: 0

Over $100,000.00: 0