STUDENT CATALOG

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1 STUDENT CATALOG

2 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT South Central Louisiana Technical College adheres to the equal opportunity provisions of federal civil rights laws and regulations that are applicable to this agency. Therefore, no one will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964); sex (Title I of the Education Amendments of 1972); disability (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973); or age (Age Discrimination Act of 1975) in attaining educational goals and objectives and in the administration of personnel policies and procedures. An employee at each of the major campuses in SCLTC has been designated as a contact to address discriminatory concerns: Contact information for the designated employees is as follows: Young Memorial Campus Mrs. Tanya Johnson-Anderson, M.Ed Director of Student Affairs (985) Ext. 208 Lafourche Campus Mr. Anthony V. Tranchina, M.A. Campus Administrator Director of Student Affairs (985) Ext 106 Annette Thornton, PhD River Parishes Campus Director of Student Affairs (985) Ext. 206

3 SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE Campus Locations MAIN CAMPUS YOUNG MEMORIAL CAMPUS 900 Youngs Road Morgan City, LA (985) BRANCH CAMPUSES LAFOURCHE CAMPUS 1425 Tiger Drive Thibodaux, LA (985) RIVER PARISHES CAMPUS 181 Regala Park Road Reserve, LA (985) INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICE CENTER FRANKLIN CAMPUS 1401 Cynthia Street, Building 2 Franklin, LA (337) LAFOURCHE GALLIANO CAMPUS 318 East 90th Street Cut Off, LA (985) ETENSION CAMPUS YOUNG MEMORIAL MARINE 3225 Youngs Road Morgan City, LA (985) GREGORY L. GARRETT REGIONAL DIRECTOR

4 South Central Louisiana Technical College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Council on Occupational Education 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325 Atlanta, Georgia (770)

5 TABLE OF CONTENTS MESSAGE FROM THE REGIONAL DIRECTOR... 1 MAP OF SERVICE AREAS FOR SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE... 1 MISSION STATEMENT OF SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE... 2 PURPOSE OF STUDENT CATALOG AND HANDBOOK... 2 HISTORY OF THE LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM... 2 HISTORY OF SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE... 3 SERVICE AREAS OF SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE... 3 ADVISORY COMMITTEES... 3 LOUISIANA COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM BOARD OF SUPERVISORS... 4 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE... 5 DISCLAIMER NOTIFICATION... 5 FACULTY & STAFF... 6 ACCREDITATION... 6 ADMISSION & STUDENT SERVICES Eligibility for Admission... 7 First Time Freshmen... 7 Ability to Benefit-Institutional Programs... 8 Admission Procedures... 8 Americans with Disabilities Act Statement... 9 Counseling/Advising... 9 Enrollment... 9 Orientation... 9 Catalog/Handbook Option... 9 COSTS Course Offerings... 9 Cost Sheets Placement Testing-Enrollment Tuition Non-Citizen Financial Assistance Books Supplies Equipment/Tools Student Identification Card Parking Permits Uniforms Graduation Fees Refund Policy Indebtedness to the College... 15

6 CALENDAR Academic Calendar ACADEMIC AFFAIRS Entrance Requirements Developmental Education Classes GED Classes Grading Scale Academic Probation and Suspension Grade Reports Graduation Requirements Curriculum Standards Employability Skills Cooperative Programs Other Work-Based Learning Activities Academic Awards Transcripts Transfer of Credits Student Records Right to Challenge Records Withdrawal Placement Follow-Up STUDENT LIFE Cell Phones & Other Forms of Communication Class Work College Equipment Emergencies Food Services Housekeeping Personal Property Search & Seizure Safety Smoking Student Conduct/Discipline Student Organizations Traffic and Parking Falsification of Records Visitors POLICIES Grievance Policy Academic Dishonesty Use of Technology Resources Campus Security Act Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Policy SCLTC Instructional Service Policies SCLTC Student Affairs Policies PROGRAMS OF STUDY A/C & Refrigeration Automotive Technology Business Office Administration... 39

7 Carpentry Commercial Diving Commercial Vehicle Operations Diesel Powered Equipment Technology Drafting & Design Technology Electrician Emergency Medical Technician/Basic ICT: Computer Network Specialist Industrial Instrumentation Technology Industrial Maintenance Technology Industrial Marine Electronics Technology Marine Operations Medical Assistant Nurse Assistant Patient Care Technician Practical Nursing Process Production Technology/GOM Process Technology Surgical Technology Welding SCLTC Training Programs/Estimated Costs SCLTC PERSONNEL SCLTC Administration/Staff CAMPUS PERSONNEL Young Memorial Campus, Campus Administrator Message Young Memorial Campus Faculty & Staff Listing River Parishes Campus, Campus Administrator Message River Parishes Campus Faculty & Staff Listing Lafourche Campus, Campus Administrator Message Lafourche Campus Faculty & Staff Listing DEFINITIONS... 83

8 MESSAGE FROM REGIONAL DIRECTOR Welcome to South Central Louisiana Technical College. The South Central Louisiana Technical Colleges offers certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees leading to exciting careers for students seeking long-term employment. The job market is very competitive. Students completing technical college training programs leave with the competitive edge needed to acquire a great job. South Central Louisiana Technical College administrators, faculty, and staff are highly qualified, and they understand that they have a responsibility to help students reach their employment goals. Our focus is on our students and on their futures. With small classes and hands-on competencybased instruction, our students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to succeed in the job market and to succeed in life. In South Central Louisiana Technical College, we believe if our students succeed, then we as technical college educators succeed. We hope that the information provided in this catalog will be helpful and informative. Feel free to contact or to visit any of the South Central Louisiana Technical College campuses. Remember, a student's success is our success. Gregory L. Garrett South Central Louisiana Technical College Denotes SCLTC Parishes Served MAP OF SERVICE AREA 1

9 MISSION OF SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE The mission of the South Central Louisiana Technical College is to prepare individuals for improved quality of life, workforce success, and lifelong learning while addressing the needs of business and industry. PURPOSE OF THE STUDENT CATALOG/HANDBOOK The purpose of this Student Catalog/Handbook is to assist prospective and existing students, staff, and the community in understanding the academic and training opportunities available through SCLTC. It is also designed to assist new students in becoming acquainted with the campuses and program offerings within the college. The information provided in this catalog/handbook does not constitute a binding relationship between an individual and the college. South Central Louisiana Technical College reserves the right to modify the contents of this catalog/handbook at its discretion or as a result of systems or state policy. The major contents of this catalog/handbook are reviewed during orientation of new students. However, each student is responsible for adhering to the policies and procedures outlined within the catalog/handbook. HISTORY OF THE LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM Louisiana's postsecondary technical education system is constitutionally governed by the Louisiana Community & Technical College System Board of Supervisors (LCTCS). The seventeen-member Board of Supervisors is appointed by the Governor. This board was established in 1999 by a constitutional amendment. Prior to 1999, the Louisiana Technical College System was governed by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education and Board of Vocational Education. Since the 1930s, vocational education has been afforded to the citizens of Louisiana through a system of postsecondary technical education that also provides technical training to secondary high school students. Acts 208 and 209 of 1973 expanded the existing postsecondary technical education system from thirty-three (33) to fifty-three (53) technical institutions and provided for a coordinated and comprehensive statewide system of career education. An initial $100 million in capital outlay investment in Louisiana's technical training opportunities established Louisiana as a national leader in workforce preparation through postsecondary technical education in up-to-date facilities. Louisiana s vocational technical education system originally began as "trade schools" in the thirties and has evolved to vocational schools, vocational technical schools, vocational technical institutions, and at present, technical colleges. This revolution is the result of a redesigned curriculum that blends technical education and applied academics ultimately leading to a certificate, diploma, and/or the Associate of Applied Science Degree, the credential of preference by many businesses, industries, and labor interests. In 1995, the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education established a technical college system comprised of one technical college with forty-two (42) campuses that offers sixty-six (66) full-time training programs to approximately 50,000 students. The name change to Louisiana Technical College is reflective of the blending of technical and applied academic education. The system is presently providing a standardized curriculum for careers ranging from Automotive Technology to Biomedical Technology that affords students the ability of full transfer of credits from one campus to another. Act 506 of the 2005 Regular Legislative Session proposed a reorganization of the Louisiana Technical College System. LCTCS adopted the 21st Century Model for the Delivery of Technical Education effective July 1, The reorganization consists of eight Regional Technical Education Centers. Today Louisiana s technical institutions are comprised of seven autonomous Technical Education Colleges serving approximately 70,000 students. 2

10 HISTORY OF SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE During fiscal year , the Louisiana Legislature mandated the restructuring of the Louisiana Technical College System, creating regional centers comprised of a cluster of technical college campuses in a single area. Effective July 1, 2006, Gregory L. Garrett became the Regional Director for the newly formed Greater Bayou Area Region 3: The Main Campus (Young Memorial Campus-Morgan City, LA), Branch Campuses (Lafourche Campus- Thibodaux, LA; River Parishes Campus-Reserve, LA; and Young Memorial Franklin Campus-Franklin, LA), Instructional Service Center (Lafourche Galliano Campus-Cut Off, LA, and an Extended Classroom (Young Memorial Marine-Morgan City, LA). On March 10, 2010 Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) Board of Supervisors approved institutional name changes for the seven technical college regions. The Greater Bayou Area Region 3 is presently named South Central Louisiana Technical College. SERVICE AREA OF SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE Young Memorial Main Campus is located at 900 Youngs Road, Morgan City, LA The campus serves citizens of Assumption, Iberia Parish, St. Martin, and St. Mary Parishes. Lafourche Branch Campus is located at 1425 Tiger Drive, Thibodaux, LA The campus serves citizens of Assumption, Lafourche, and Terrebonne Parishes. River Parishes Branch Campus is located at 181 Regala Park Road, Reserve, LA The campus serves citizens of Jefferson, St. John, St. James, and St. Charles Parishes. Lafourche Galliano Instructional Service Center is located at 318 East 90 th Street, Cut Off, LA The campus serves citizens of Lafourche, Jefferson and Terrebonne Parishes. Franklin Campus Instructional Service Center is located at 1401 Cynthia Street, Building 2 Franklin, LA The campus serves citizens of St. Mary and Iberia Parishes.. Young Memorial Marine Extension Campus is located at 3225 Youngs Road, Morgan City, LA The campus serves citizens from across the United States. ADVISORY COMMITTEES SCLTC convenes an Advisory Committee with representation from each branch campus. Campus Advisory Committees are also established for each campus and are comprised of industry experts who provide input on current trends and common practices in their related fields. These committees consist of potential employers for our students. The occupational committee for each program (a) is composed of at least three members external to the institution, (b) meets at least twice annually with a majority of official members present, and (c) keeps minutes of each meeting to document their activities and recommendations. 3

11 SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM BOARD OF SUPERVISORS SCLTC is governed by the LCTCS Board of Supervisors, the administrative authority over the Louisiana Technical College System. The Louisiana Community & Technical College System s Board of Supervisors consists of 17 members. The LCTCS Board is composed of 15 members appointed by the Governor with consent of the Senate; two from each of the seven congressional districts with one at-large member. Each member serves overlapping six-year terms, and the Board is constitutionally required to be representative of the state s population by race and gender to ensure diversity. There are two student members one elected by and from membership of a council composed of the student body presidents of the community colleges and one student elected by and from the membership of a council composed of student body presidents of the Louisiana Technical College. Each student member serves a one-year term. The members are as follows: Board Members Address Board Members Address Mr. Vinney St. Blanc, III 92 Main Street Valerie Gaspard 248 N. Millet Board Chair Franklin, LA Student Representative Gramercy, LA Mr. Michael J. Murphy 810 N. Columbia Road Ivy Poree -Marco 2600 Gen Meyer Ave. First Vice Chair Bogalusa, LA Student Representative New Orleans, LA Mr. Woody Oge P.O. Box Mr. Edwards Barham PO Box 238 Second Vice Chair M/S Oak Ridge, LA New Orleans, LA Ms. Deni Grissette 252 Purple Dawn Drive Mr. Keith Gamble 8520 Business Park Drive Sunset, LA Shreveport, LA Mr. Stephen C. Smith 125 Old Schriever Hwy. Mr. Allen Scott Terrill 1027 Southern Trace Pkwy Houma, LA Shreveport, LA Mr. Stephen M. Toups 8687 United Plaza, Ste. 500 Mr. F. Mike Stone 2433 Pine Street Baton Rouge, LA New Orleans, LA Mr. Paul Price 805 Jackson Street Mr. Timothy W. Hardy 301 Main Street, Ste Winnsboro, LA 7125 Baton Rouge, LA Mr. Brett Mellington 110 Bellridge Mr. Robert Brown 1615 Poydras Street, Suite 253 Lafayette, LA New Orleans, LA Ms. Helen Bridges Carter PO Box 280 Greensburg, LA

12 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE The campuses in SCLTC are owned by the State of Louisiana and operate under the jurisdiction of the Board of Supervisors of the Louisiana Community & Technical College System. The Technical College campuses are supervised by the Executive Vice President of Academic, Career and Technical Education, and Student Affairs who reports to the Community and Technical College System s President. Technical education support services are provided by the Vice President of Career & Technical Education. Dr. Joe May President, Louisiana Community and Technical College System 265 South Foster Drive Baton Rouge, LA (225) Dr. Monty Sullivan Executive Vice President of Academic, Career and Technical Education, and Student Affairs Louisiana Community & Technical College System 265 South Foster Drive Baton Rouge, LA (225) Mr. Jimmy R. Sawtelle Vice President of Career and Technical Education Louisiana Community & Technical College System 265 South Foster Drive Baton Rouge, LA (225) DISCLAIMER NOTIFICATION The provisions of this Student Catalog/Handbook do not constitute a contract between the South Central Louisiana Technical College and the student. It reflects the general nature and conditions concerning the educational services of the campus in effect at this time. Any tuition, charges, or costs required by a program are subject to change at any time without notice. All courses, programs, and activities described in this Student Catalog/Handbook are subject to cancellation or termination by a campus or the Louisiana Community and Technical College Board of Supervisors at any time. The academic regulations and degree requirements are subject to revision during the effective period of the Student Catalog/Handbook to reflect changes in Board policies, occupational and licensure requirements, and other changes related to the quality of the program. The employees listed in the Student Catalog/Handbook are the regular, full-time and part-time faculty. Other faculty may be appointed, depending on the instructional needs of the campuses in the region. South Central Louisiana Technical College hereby expressly disclaims any warranty or representation that any program or class completed by a student will enable the student to successfully complete or pass any specific examinations for any program, degree, or occupational license. 5

13 FACULTY & STAFF All staff members and instructors are carefully selected. Instructors have educational backgrounds, occupational experience, and appropriate certification in the technical areas in which they teach. The college adheres to the Equal Employment Opportunity policy and all state and federal regulations pertaining to employment. All SCLTC employees are responsible for complying with this policy and for supporting its implementation according to their level of responsibility and authority. Therefore, all employees with any responsibility for personnel actions such as recruiting, screening, appointing, training, or supervising will be evaluated based on their equal employment opportunity efforts. Persons who fail to adhere to the Equal Employment Opportunity policy are subject to administrative disciplinary actions. Periodic review of personnel actions will ensure compliance. As Appointing Authority, full responsibility for our equal employment opportunity program, including developing, maintaining, and monitoring our activities will be undertaken. Personal commitment to this policy is complete, and the actions of every SCLTC employee will support the spirit of this policy. The SCLTC will ensure implementation of the following at all levels of administration: Recruit, hire, place, train and promote in all job classifications without regard to non-merit factors, such as race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability veteran status, or any other factor protected by law, except where there is a bon a fide occupational qualification. Identify and use existing talent and potential through upgrading and promotion to present employees. All promotions will be based only on valid equal employment promotional requirements. Base employment decisions to further the principles of equal employment opportunity Ensure that all personnel actions such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, recall from layoffs, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreation programs be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other non-merit factor. ACCREDITATION SCLTC is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE). This accreditation means that nationwide this college is recognized as meeting standards of training acceptable for accreditation. The address of the Council is: Council on Occupational Education 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325 Atlanta, Georgia (770)

14 ELIGIBILITY FOR ADMISSION South Central Louisiana Technical College adheres to the equal opportunity provisions of federal civil rights laws and regulations that are applicable to this agency. Therefore, no one will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964); sex (Title I of the Education Amendments of 1972); disability (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973); or age (Age Discrimination Act of 1975) in attaining educational goals and objectives and in the administration of personnel policies and procedures. FIRST TIME FRESHMAN A first-time freshman is a student who has not previously attended any regional Louisiana Technical College campus or any other regionally accredited institution of higher education or has earned fewer than twelve credit hours. Such a student is eligible for regular admission at the College if he/she is: High School Graduates: 1. High school graduate of secondary education schools approved by the Louisiana Department of Education or from out-of-state high schools that are accredited by a regional or national accrediting association are eligible for college admission. 2. High school graduates from schools NOT approved by the Louisiana Department of Education or from a high school that is NOT regionally or nationally accredited may be eligible for college admission into certain occupational programs once they have demonstrated the ability to benefit (ATB). *Note: Some programs may have specific age requirements due to the nature of training involved or due to licensing board requirements. Non-High School Graduates: 1. Non-high school graduates (drop outs) who have passed the General Education Diploma (GED) exam are eligible for college admission. Some programs may have specific age requirements due to the nature of training involved. 2. Non-high school graduates (drops) without a GED and who are at least 17 years of age (or meet specific program age requirements) may be eligible for college admission into certain occupational programs once they have demonstrated the ability to benefit. Home Schooled Applicants 1. Completion of a State Board of Elementary Secondary (SBESE) approved Home Study program does not entitle the student to a regular high school diploma. In order to receive an official high school diploma, the secondary students must return to an approved school and meet all the necessary credits and requirements needed for high school graduation. 2. In order to receive a Louisiana State Equivalency Diploma, the student must pass the General Education Development (GED) test. Upon completion of the home student program, students may contact an adult education center regarding necessary procedures for obtaining the GED. 3. Home school applicants without a GED and who are at least 17 years of age (or meet specific program age requirements) may be eligible for college admission into certain occup0ational programs once they have demonstrated the ability to benefit. Dual-Enrolled High School Students 1. College admission of high school student enrolled on-site at SCL campuses will be limited to those students who are at least 16 years of age or at the junior or senior level in high school. 2. Dual enrolled students remaining on the high school campus must be at least 15 years of age. 3. Dual enrolled high school students must have the approval of the high school principal or counselor and parent or guardian prior to college admission. 4. Dual enrolled high school students cannot be classified as first-time entry freshmen. High school students must be classified as high school students until they have graduated or they have received their GED. Transfer and Re-Entry Students Transfer and Re-Entry students must meet the specific requirements outlined in Admission policy, SCL.106 prior to admission to the college. Official transcripts must be mailed to the SCL campus Director of Student Affairs from each college or university previously attended, whether credit was earned or not. Students who fail to acknowledge attendance at any college or university in which they have been registered may be subject to admission cancellation without benefit of refund. 7

15 A high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma (GED) is a requirement for admission into Practical Nursing, Pharmacy Technician, Patient Care Technician, Medical Assistant, Commercial Diving, and Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree programs. Students enrolling in certain programs must be 18 years of age to enroll in and/or take any certification examinations. ABILITY TO BENEFIT-INSTITUTIONAL PROGRAMS As mandated by the U.S. Department of Education, students without a high school diploma or GED must achieve a minimum score on the Ability to Benefit Test (ATB) in reading, math, and English/writing in order to be eligible for financial assistance from the Pell Grant program. Specific programs may require higher placement scores for admission. South Central Louisiana Technical College uses the Compass Test as the ATB Test; the following constitutes passing scores: Pre-Algebra/Numerical minimum score of 25 Reading minimum score of 62 Writing (English) minimum score of 32 A student may also prove ability to benefit if they obtain 6 credit hours towards their designated program or 225 clock hours toward their designated program. ADMISSIONS PROCEDURES Applicants for all programs must complete a formal application for admission prior to the beginning of the semester for which admission is sought. The application must be accompanied by the applicable non-refundable application fee. Applicants must provide proof of state required immunizations if born after Applicants seeking a Certificate of Technical Studies or above must provide an official high school transcript if the campus is unable to access STS (State Transcript System) data. Note: If the student graduated ten (10) or more years ago, he/she may provide the high school diploma for photocopying. GED recipients may bring in the original certificate or scores to be photocopied by the Student Affairs Office. If required, applicants must register for the Selective Service prior to enrollment. Applicants must take the COMPASS or ASSET Placement Test unless already exempted by ACT, SAT scores that are less than three (3) years old. Applicants must take the COMPASS placement test on a scheduled date ($15 fee, non-refundable). A placement test score is required for entrance to all Certificate of Technical Studies, Diploma, and Associate Degree programs. The purpose of the test is to assist the applicant in personal career/occupational planning. Because of statewide use of COMPASS, scores may be transferred from other postsecondary institutions. Requests for scores must be made through the Office of Student Affairs at each campus. Students are allowed to take the placement exams three times before being required to take developmental course work. Applicants who already have a Bachelor s Degree from an accredited college or university are exempt from placement testing upon presentation of an official transcript. Applicants who do not make the recommended or required minimum scores on COMPASS, ASSET, ACT, or SAT may be admitted provisionally with the understanding that they enter Developmental Education for remediation. The Practical Nursing Program, EMT (Basic) Program, Pharmacy Technician, and Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree programs do require minimum scores prior to enrollment. Applicants for all programs must present proof of Louisiana residency to qualify for in-state tuition according to LTC Policy SA The most common documents are one of the following: Louisiana Driver s License Louisiana Voter Registration Louisiana Vehicle Registration Louisiana Income Tax Return 8

16 AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT South Central Louisiana Technical College conforms to all rules and regulations of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The student must self-disclose by completing the Application for Accommodations Form and by providing appropriate documentation in the Student Affairs office. COUNSELING/ADVISING Career counseling is offered to all applicants through the Office of Student Affairs. Upon submission of application and placement testing, each applicant is advised concerning test results and programs offered at the college to ensure each student is placed in an occupational program compatible with individual aptitudes/interests and one that will lead to successful completion. During this initial interview, the Office of Student Affairs also provides the applicant with information on costs (tuition, registration fee, books, supplies, etc.) and sources of student financial aid. Students should also consider their instructors as a valuable source of occupational advising. ENROLLMENT 1. Twelve credit hours per semester constitutes full-time enrollment at South Central Louisiana Technical College in the Fall and Spring Semesters. Six credit hours during the Summer session constitutes full-time enrollment at South Central Louisiana Technical College. Full-time status for a Fall or Spring semester for PELL is 12 credit hours. Pell full-time status for a summer session (9 weeks) is 7 credit hours (effective August 2004). 2. Fewer than12 credit hours per semester constitutes part-time enrollment at South Central Louisiana Technical College in the Fall and Spring Semesters. Fewer than six credit hours during the Summer session constitutes part-time enrollment at South Central Louisiana Technical College. 3. Secondary students may dual enroll to earn high school units of credit during the regular school year or during the summer semester. High school students may enroll through special programs arranged by their parish school systems. High school students must adhere to all other school rules and regulations. Tuition may be paid by the secondary school system, the high school student, Tops Tech Early Start, Board of Regents Early Start Initiative, and/or other applicable funding sources for secondary students. 4. Continuing education or specialized training classes are available for credit or noncredit. ORIENTATION In order to acquaint the applicants with the policies and procedures of the college, a formal orientation is offered prior to attending classes. CATALOG/HANDBOOK OPTION A student must meet the requirements of the current catalog/handbook or the catalog/handbook effective at the time of enrollment. An option does not exempt anyone from the general regulations of the college. Credit earned earlier than five years before graduation will be subject to review and evaluation by the appropriate department. If a student changes majors or does not enroll in a regular semester (causing a break in continuity of studies), the student must use the current curriculum in effect at the time of the change or upon returning to the college. COURSE OFFERINGS Courses offered vary each semester. The latest edition of the courses offered is available through the Office of Student Affairs. 9

17 COST SHEETS The Office of Student Affairs at each campus maintains a detailed cost sheet for each occupational program. The cost sheets are updated frequently and are subject to change without notice. Students may request these cost sheets from the Office of Student Affairs at each campus. PLACEMENT TESTING/ENTRANCE EAMS A testing fee of $15.00 and an application are due and payable on the date the entrance test is given. TUITION Tuition is in compliance with LCTCS Board of Supervisors with approval by state legislature. Students must pay the tuition charges on a per semester basis. Nonresident students pay out-of-state tuition and fees. A late registration fee in the amount of $25 will be assessed after Regular Registration. Tuition charges for students taking semester credit hour courses are calculated based on the total number of semester credit hours in which the student is enrolled for the semester. TUITION AND FEE SCHEDULE FOR Credit Tuition (LA Residents) Academic Excellence Fee Operational Fee Total for LA Residents Total for Non-LA Residents $41.00 $82.00 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $7 $14 $21 $28 $35 $42 $49 $56 $63 $70 $77 $84 $3 $6 $9 $12 $15 $18 $21 $24 $27 $30 $33 $36 $61.00 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $1, $1, $1, $1, $1, Student Government Association fees and Technology fees are established by the student bodies of each campus. These fees will vary from campus to campus and will be reflected on the individual program cost sheets. PLATO ACCESS FEES: Reading ($50 per course) Language ($50 per course) Work Keys ($50 all parts) Science ($50 per course) Math ($50 per course) OTHER FEES: Parking Decal $10 per semester Course Challenge Fee $15 per course Late Fee $25 Graduation Fee $50 Transcript Fee $5 Testing Fee $5 per component Credit Card Fee 2.72% SGA Fee Varies Technology Fee $5 per credit hour ($60 max) Online Fee $122 per credit hour 10

18 NON-CITIZEN A student who is a non-u.s. citizen is entitled to be classified as a resident for tuition purposes if the student can demonstrate that he or she has been lawfully admitted to the United States for permanent residence (refugees, persons who are married to a U.S. Citizen, Temporary or Amnesty Aliens, etc.), in accordance with all applicable laws of the U.S. and can demonstrate having met these residency regulations of establishing a Louisiana domicile for at least one full year prior to the first day of classes of the semester/term of enrollment for which resident classifications is sought. A student who is a non-u.s. citizen and holds the VISA Category A B Government Official will be immediately eligible for classification as a Temporary Resident while holding such a VISA. A student who is a non-u.s. citizen is entitled to be classified as a Temporary Resident while holding the following VISA, if he or she can demonstrate having met these residence regulations of establishing a Louisiana domicile at least one full year prior to the first day of classes of the semester/term of enrollment for which resident classification is sought: VISA Categories: EB treaty or investor GB representative of International Organization IB foreign Information Media Representative KB fiancée, children of U.S. Citizen LB intra-company transferee/foreign employer Students holding a VISA category A, E, G, I, K, or L, once classified as a Temporary Resident, must show proof of VISA status at each registration period while enrolled and classified as a Temporary Resident. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SCLTC employs a Financial Aid Officer at each of its Lafourche, River Parishes and Young Memorial Campuses. The Financial Aid Officer works closely with all applicants and students seeking financial assistance to assist with the costs related to their occupational training. The Financial Aid Officer will provide information on these sources, but it is the responsibility of the applicant or student to make application and provide necessary documentation to establish eligibility with each financial assistance source. The Financial Aid Officer works with each agency offering financial assistance, providing records of student attendance and progress as mandated by each agency. Brief descriptions of financial assistance resources are outlined below. More details can be obtained through the Financial Aid Officer or with the sponsoring agency. Pell Grant The Pell Grant Program is a federal assistance program designed to provide financial assistance to students attending postsecondary educational institutions. Pell Grants are intended to be the "floor" of a financial assistance package and may be combined with other forms of assistance in order to meet the full costs of education. The amount of the student's Pell Grant is determined on the basis of her/his financial resources. It is a grant, not a loan. Attendance and satisfactory progress of the student are monitored. Students must meet obligations to maintain the grant award. WIA recipients must apply for a Pell Grant. Pell Grant Applications are available in the Office of Student Affairs. Applicants may also apply online at As mandated by the U.S. Department of Education, students without a high school diploma or GED must achieve a minimum score on the Ability to Benefit Test (ATB) in reading, math, and English/writing in order to be eligible for financial assistance from the Pell Grant program. Specific programs may require higher placement scores for admission. South Central Louisiana Technical College uses the Compass Test as the ATB Test; the following constitutes passing scores: Pre-algebra/Numerical minimum score of 25 Reading minimum score of 62 Writing (English) minimum score of 32 11

19 Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Workforce Investment Act is a federal assistance program that assists students with costs of training. Costs of tuition, registration fees, books, tools, and uniforms may be covered through WIA. Eligible participants may also be reimbursed for transportation costs. Eligibility is determined by the local WIA personnel and is based on financial resources. The Financial Aid Officer works with the WIA offices in certifying students for WIA benefits. A student must complete an application with local WIA offices. The Student Affairs Office can provide details. Strategies to Empower People (STEP) Strategies to Empower People is a federal aid program that assists parent participants by providing funds for tuition, books, childcare, and transportation. Participants must have at least one child 18 years of age or younger and must meet financial eligibility requirements. The Financial Aid Officer can provide more details. Social Security Dependent children of disabled or deceased workers covered by Social Security may be eligible to receive benefits while attending school as full-time students. Students should contact the local Social Security Office for determination of eligibility. Veterans Administration (VA) Most full-time preparatory programs are approved for Veterans Administration benefits. Interested applicants or students should contact their local VA office. Vocational Rehabilitation Persons with physical or mental disabilities may qualify for financial assistance through Vocational Rehabilitation. The Office of Student Affairs refers individuals to the Vocational Rehabilitation Services office to apply. Student Tuition Assistance and Revenue Trust (START) The Student Tuition Assistance and Revenue Trust Program, commonly referred to as the START Saving Program, is an innovative college savings plan designed to help families contend with the growing costs of educating their children after high school. Board of Regents Early Start Initiative Eligible secondary students may receive assistance through the Board of Regents to assist with the cost of tuition, fees, books, and other related costs. Information on the initiative is available through the Student Affairs Office or the high school guidance office. TOPS Tech Awards The Tuition Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS) Tech Award was created to promote a skilled workforce in Louisiana by assisting Louisiana high school graduates who choose to pursue skill or occupational training in a Louisiana public postsecondary school that offers a vocational or technical education certificate or diploma program or a nonacademic undergraduate degree. Students must have a composite score of 17 on the ACT. The award is for the cost of tuition for up to two years at the Louisiana public postsecondary school attended. Complete eligibility requirements are available in the Student Affairs Office. 12

20 TOPS Tech Early Start The Tuition Opportunity Program for secondary students was created to allow secondary students to enroll in technical college courses. Complete eligibility requirements are available in the Student Affairs Office. Go Grant To be eligible for a Louisiana Go Grant, a student must: Be a Louisiana Resident; File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); Receive a federal Pell grant or a financial need grant; Have an Education Cost Gap (ECG) greater than $199 (For information on calculating the ECG, refer to the Go Grant Q&A at the bottom of this page, questions ); Be a student enrolled in an eligible Louisiana institution on a part-time or full-time basis who: Entered college as a first time freshman during academic year or later; OR Entered college as a first time freshman during the academic year or later and have become eligible for a federal Pell grant or financial need grant after the freshman year: OR Be age 25 or older and have entered college as a first time freshman before the academic year and have had a break in enrollment of at least two consecutive semesters, not including a summer semester or term, immediately preceding the period of enrollment for which the student is being considered for receipt of a grant. Any student who was a first time freshman beginning with the academic year or later who was not initially Pell eligible, but subsequently becomes Pell eligible then also qualifies for a Go Grant award. LA National Guard The Louisiana Army National Guard 100% Tuition Exemption Program waives the cost of tuition only for Louisiana Army and Air National Guard soldiers attending a Louisiana State college, university, or community college program that is funded by the Louisiana Board of Higher Education. Any actively participating soldier of the Louisiana Army National Guard is entitled to a100% tuition only in any state-funded college program. The provisions of the law apply equally to full-time and part-time students enrolled in state-funded college programs. Montgomery GI Bill programs can be utilized in conjunction with this State program. The soldier must maintain the academic standards of the learning institution during the entire benefit period. NOTE: South Central Louisiana Technical College does not participate in the Guaranteed Student Loan (Stafford Loan) program. To apply for a deferment on a prior Guaranteed Student Loan (Stafford Loan), the student should obtain a deferment form from his/her lender and bring it to the Financial Aid Officer at his or her respective campus. BOOKS Most courses require the purchase of textbooks and/or workbooks. The instructor will inform the student of the books that are required for each course. To maximize the learning experience, it is highly recommended that all books be purchased prior to attending class. Students may purchase books from a bookstore or online. A detailed booklist is available at SUPPLIES Students are expected to provide their own basic supplies such as notebooks, paper, pens, and pencils. EQUIPMENT/TOOLS Some courses require occupation-specific equipment, tools, or supplies. The instructor will inform the students of these requirements. 13

21 STUDENT I. D. All students will be issued an identification card (I.D.) each semester at a cost of $5. Students must present I.D. upon request or as required by program. Replacement I.D. s are available for a $5 fee. PARKING PERMITS Students parking on a SCLTC campus must purchase a $10 parking permit each semester/session. UNIFORMS Some programs of study require the purchase of uniforms and other special supplies. Orders for uniforms will be handled within each program. Students will be furnished details by their instructors. GRADUATION FEES A nonrefundable graduation fee of $50 will be charged to each student who submits a graduation application. REFUND POLICY Tuition and fees are assessed to all who enroll at the South Central Louisiana Technical College (SCLTC). This policy covers refunds of tuition, fees, and other charges in the event the campus cancels a class or a student withdraws from a class or resigns from the campus. A student who resigns from the campus may be entitled to some refund of tuition and certain fees. The amount of the refund, if any, will depend upon the amounts paid by the student and the date of withdrawal. The campus will first apply refunds to outstanding obligations of the student and then return any remaining funds to the student. At the time of withdrawal, students are responsible for any unpaid portion of their accounts and for any other obligations to the campus. At no time, will the amount refunded exceed the amount paid by the student. All refunds shall be made according to this policy and schedule and in accordance with any applicable federal guidelines. Unless otherwise provided by federal guidelines governing the return to Title IV Funds (Federal Financial Aid), the refund schedule shall not provide for a refund after the official 14 th class day for the fall/spring semester or equivalent for the summer semester or alternative sessions. Refund of tuition and fees for the fall and spring semesters is made on the following basis upon a reduction in credit hours or official withdrawal from the campus: Prior to the 1st day of class 100% 1st 4th instructional day of the semester 75% 5th 10th instructional day of the semester 50% 11th 14th instructional day of the semester 25% After the 14th instructional day of the semester None Refund of tuition and fees for the summer semester is made on the following basis upon a reduction in credit hours or official withdrawal from the campus: Prior to the 1st day of class 100% 1st 2nd instructional day of the semester 75% 3rd 5th instructional day of the semester 50% 6th 7th instructional day of the semester 25% After the 7th instructional day of the semester None Refunds will be subject to an administrative fee of $15 per refund transaction (regardless of the number of credit hours dropped or upon withdrawal from the campus). 14

22 Refunds, when due, will be made within 30 days of (1) the withdrawal date as documented on the Drop/Add/Reinstatement Form or (2) the date the institution determines the student has withdrawn. The following fees are considered refundable: Academic Excellence Fee, Operational Fee, and Technology Fee (if assessed). If the campus cancels a class, then 100% of all tuition and fees paid will be refunded, and an administrative fee will not be assessed. In accordance with Council on Occupational Education requirements, students who have not visited the school facility prior to enrollment can withdraw within three days following either attendance at an orientation or a tour of the school facilities and receive a full refund of all tuition and fees paid. INDEBTEDNESS TO THE COLLEGE Students who do not meet their financial obligations as scheduled are not permitted to continue attending classes. The campus will not release information or perform other tasks requested for student data unless the student s financial account is paid in full and the student is in good standing. Fall 2011 ACADEMIC CALENDAR August 15-17, 2011 Fall Registration August 18-19, 2011 Admin Days August 22, 2011 First Day of Fall Semester (Add Late Fee $25.00 after 8/22/2011) September 9, th Day October 7, 2011 Master Schedules Due October 10-14, 2011 Mid-Semester October 17, 2011 Mid-Semester Grades Due November 4, 2011 Last Day to Drop November 7, 2011 Advanced Registration November 21-25, 2011 Student Holiday December 5, 2011 Last Instructional Day December 6-12, 2011 Exam Days December 13, 2011 Grades Due Spring 2012 January 2-3, 2012 Professional Dev January 4-6, 2012 Spring Registration January 9-11, 2012 Admin Days January 12, 2012 First Day of Spring Semester (Add Late Fee $25.00 after 1/12/2012) February 1, th Day February 7, 2012 SD-Master Schedules for Summer 2012 February 14, 2012 SDF-Master Schedules for Fall 2012 February 20-21, 2012 Mardi Gras February 22, 2012 Student Holiday April 3, 2012 Last Day to Drop April 6, 2012 Good Friday April 9-11, 2012 Student Holiday April 16, 2012 Advanced Registration April 30, 2012 Last Instructional Day May 1-7, 2012 Exam Days May 8, 2012 Grades Due 15

23 Summer 2012 May 21-22, 2012 Summer Registration May 23, 2012 Admin Day May 24, 2012 First Day of Summer Session (Add Late Fee $25.00 after 5/24/2012) June 1, th Day June 18-22, 2012 Mid-Terms June 25, 2012 Mid-Semester Grades July 3, 2012 Drop Date July 9, 2012 Registration Date July 16, 2012 Last Instructional Day July 17-19, 2012 Exam Days July 20, 2012 Grades Due ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS Minimum scores on the COMPASS/ASSET or ACT are set for each program offered. The purpose of these minimum scores is not to prevent students from entering programs but rather to enroll students in programs at an academic level at which they can successfully perform the work required and realistically achieve personal goals. Students may enter with scores below these minimum requirements but must be enrolled in Developmental Education. Students desiring to pursue an Associate Degree or a Technical Diploma in Health Occupations are required to meet the minimum scores prior to being admitted to the program. The following are the minimum scores required for each program of study offered in SCLTC: REQUIRED SCORES FOR ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE PROGRAMS Programs Assessment Area ACT COMPASS ASSET Business Office Administration Industrial Instrumentation Reading Process Production Technology-GOM Process Technology Surgical Technology Algebra Language REQUIRED SCORES FOR CERTIFICATE AND DIPLOMA PROGRAMS Program Assessment ACT COMPASS ASSET Area Reading Business Office Technology Math Language Reading Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Math Language Reading Automotive Technology Math Language Reading Carpentry Math Language Reading 13* 62* 35* Commercial Diving Math 14* 25* 33* Language 13* 32* 35* Reading 13* 62* 35* Commercial Vehicle Operations Math Language Reading Diesel Powered Equipment Technology Math Language Reading