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1 CHATTAHOOCHEE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2602 College Drive Phenix City, AL Phone: Fax: Catalog and Student Handbook Catalog and Student Handbook

2 Catalog and Student Handbook Chattahoochee Valley Community College 2602 College Drive Phenix City, Alabama web: facebook: Accreditation Chattahoochee Valley Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the Associate of Arts, Associate of Science and Associate of Applied Science degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia or call for questions about the accreditation of Chattahoochee Valley Community College. The Associate Degree and Practical Nursing programs at Chattahoochee Valley Community College are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, phone: , fax: , website: or acenursing,org. The Practical Nursing and Associate Degree Nursing programs are approved by the Alabama State Board of Nursing. Institutional memberships Alabama Community College Association American Association of Community Colleges This Catalog and Student Handbook, effective August 18, 2014, is for information only and does not constitute a contract. The College reserves the right to change, without notice, policies, fees, charges, expenses and costs of any kind and further reserves the right to add or delete any course offerings or information in this Catalog and Student Handbook. Policy statements and program requirements in this catalog are subject to change. Except when changing their programs of study, students may follow requirements of the Catalog under which they enter the College for a period of four years. If they have not completed their programs of study, they must change to the current Catalog. Exceptions must be approved

3 by the Dean of Student Services. When students change their programs of study, they must change to the Catalog that is current at the time of the change. Nondiscrimination policy It is the official policy of the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education, including all institutions under the control of the State Board of Education, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, marital status or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program activity or employment opportunity. Chattahoochee Valley Community College is committed to this policy of nondiscrimination and complies with nondiscrimination regulations under Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX Education Amendments of 1972; Sections 503 and 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of Title IX regulations specifically prohibit discrimination based on pregnancy or recovery from any pregnancy related medical condition. The college approaches students who are pregnant the same as it does with students who have temporary medical conditions. Faculty acknowledge absences casued by a medical condition, such as childbirth or complications due to pregnancy, as excused absences. In addition, pregnant students are not excluded from participation in program or class activities unless such participation is deemed to create risks to fetal health or to an expectant mother. Inquiries concerning this policy may be directed to the Student ADA Coordinator, Ms. Vickie Williams, Wilson Hall, ; to the Employee ADA Coordinator, Ms. Debbie Boone, Wallace Hall, ; or to the Title IX Coordinator, Ms. Susan Young, IPAC 214, Additional inquiries can be made directly to the VP/Dean of the College, Dr. David Hodge, Wallace Hall, Universal human rights pledge I believe that every individual has infinite and eternal worth. I believe that recognition of the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world. I believe that every individual is entitled to dignity and respect, without prejudice toward race, color, gender, disability, language, religion, creed, national origin, property, age or other status. I believe that every thought and every act of such prejudice is harmful. If it is my thought or act, then it is harmful to me as well as to others. Therefore, I will strive every day of my life to eliminate such prejudice from my thoughts and actions. I will discourage such prejudice by others at every opportunity. I will treat all people with dignity and respect. I will strive daily to honor this pledge, knowing that the world will be a better place because of my effort. Adapted from the Birmingham Pledge and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights ii Nondiscrimination policy

4 Drug-free workplace policy In compliance with the drug-free workplace requirements of Public Law for recipients of federal contracts and grants, the following policy is in effect for CVCC. 1. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited by CVCC on any property owned, leased or controlled by or on behalf of CVCC. A controlled substance shall include any substance defined as a controlled substance in Section 102 of the Federal Controlled Substance Act (21 U.S. Code of Alabama, Section , et seq.). 2. CVCC has and shall maintain a drug-free awareness program to inform employees about: a. the dangers of drug abuse in the workplace; b. CVCC s policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace; c. any available drug counseling, rehabilitation and employee assistance program; and d. the penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations. 3. All employees of CVCC shall comply with paragraph 1 above. 4. Any employee who is convicted by any federal or state court of an offense that constitutes a violation of paragraph 1 above shall notify the President of CVCC in writing of said conviction within five (5) days after the conviction occurs. Conviction, as defined in P.L , shall mean a finding of guilt (including a plea of nolo contendere) or imposition of sentence, or both. Failure to notify the President of CVCC of such a conviction shall be considered insubordination as well as a violation of this policy. 5. In the event of a report of a conviction pursuant to paragraph 4 above where the employee is working in a project or a program funded through a federal contract or grant, CVCC shall notify in writing within ten (10) days any federal agency or agencies to whom such notification by CVCC is required under P.L In the event an employee violates paragraph 1 above or receives a conviction as described in paragraph 4 above, the respective employee shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action which may include, but is not limited to, termination of employment. CVCC shall also reserve the right to require said employee, as a condition of continued employment, to satisfactorily complete a drug treatment or rehabilitation program of a reasonable duration and nature. 7. CVCC shall make a good faith effort to ensure that paragraphs 1-6 above are followed. 8. Each employee of CVCC shall receive a copy of the CVCC Drug-Free Workplace Policy, and after reading it, shall sign a statement acknowledging having read and received a copy of this policy. iii

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6 Contents Accreditation.... i Institutional memberships... i Nondiscrimination policy...ii Universal human rights pledge....ii Drug-free workplace policy.... iii Academic Calendar Academic Calendar...3 The College 5 The President s message....7 Contacts...8 Campus directory...9 Campus buildings and facilities...10 History...11 Alabama Community College System mission Chattahoochee Valley Community College mission...11 Vision Statement Institutional goals Associate degree outcomes...12 CVCC Foundation...12 Admissions 13 Admission eligibility...15 High school graduates...15 Graduates of nonaccredited high schools...15 Transfer students...16 Transient students...16 International students Accelerated high school students...16 Dual-enrollment/dual-credit high school students...16 Noncredit students Admission procedures...17 Standard admission procedures...17 Special admission procedures...18 Accelerated and dual-enrollment/dual-credit high school students...18 International students Readmission students...18 Noncredit students Admission status Unconditional degree student...19 Conditional degree student Unconditional certificate student...19 Conditional certificate student...19 Contents v

7 vi Contents Unconditional unclassified student Conditional unclassified student...19 Transient student...20 Accelerated high school student Dual-enrollment/dual-credit student...20 Noncredit student Change of admission status...20 Selection of program Academic assessment and placement Required English, reading, mathematics, and orientation courses WorkKeys...22 Financial Information 23 Residency and eligibility...25 Tuition and fees...27 Other student fees...29 Approximate costs for Associate Degree in Nursing-Mobility Program...30 Approximate costs for Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program...31 Approximate costs for Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program...32 Approximate costs for Medical Assisting Program...33 Approximate costs for Nursing Assistant (NAS 100) students...33 Approximate costs for EMT-Basic students...34 Withdrawals and refunds...35 Alabama Community College System policy...35 Administrative fee...35 Federal Title IV refund and repayment policy...35 Student holds/delinquent Accounts...36 Financial aid and scholarships...36 Grants, loans and work opportunities Application procedures Federal programs...37 Appeal process for financial aid suspension status...38 Federal Stafford Student Loans (Direct Loans)...38, 212 State program...39 Scholarships...39 Military and veterans...40 Application procedures...40 Enrollment certification...40 Other programs...41 Student Development and Student Services 43 Records...45 Definition of records...45 Directory information...45 Release of student records...46 Student inspection of records...46 Counseling and advising...47

8 Academic advising...47 Academic advising philosophy...47 Responsibilities of the institution...48 Responsibilities of the advisor Responsibilities of the student advisee Job placement...49 Testing...49 Student development...50 Athletics...50 Student honors...50 Learning Resource Center...51 Learning labs Writing Lab...51 Mathematics Lab...52 Computer labs...52 Services for students with disabilities...52 Academic Policies 53 Calendar system and credits...55 Classification of students Course load...55 Registration, schedule changes and withdrawal Late registration Schedule adjustment Auditing a course Independent study Distance learning: online and hybrid classes Course cancellations...57 Assignment of class instructor...57 Withdrawal from a course or from the College...57 Class attendance and final exams Attendance...58 Appeal process for administrative withdrawals...59 Final exams...59 Grades and quality points...59 Satisfactory and unsatisfactory grades...60 Incomplete grade Grade reports and grade point averages Academic honors Academic standards of progress Appeal process for readmission Intervention for student success Course forgiveness...63 Academic bankruptcy Change of curriculum or program of study...64 Academic standards of progress for transfer students...64 Academic standards of progress for nursing students...64 Contents vii

9 Transfer of credits Evaluation of transfer credits...65 Nontraditional credit...65 Credit by examination...65 Credit through advanced placement...67 Credit for military training and educational experiences...68 Graduation Degree requirements Certificate requirements Competency requirements Dual degrees Application for graduation Graduation honors...70 CVCC transcripts...71 Withholding graduation, diploma and transcripts Cooperative arrangements...71 Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC)...72 Programs of Study 73 University parallel programs Planning for transferring Associate of Science and Associate of Arts Degree requirements...80 Alabama Articulation and General Studies Committee (AGSC)...81 Career programs...82 Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree requirements...82 A.A.S. - Applied Technology: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC) option...84 A.A.S. - Applied Technology: Automotive Manufacturing option...85 A.A.S. - Applied Technology: Industrial Maintenance option A.A.S. - Business A.A.S. - Business: Accounting option A.A.S. - Business: Banking and Finance option...89 A.A.S. - Business: Management and Supervision option...90 A.A.S. - Business: Small Business Management option...91 A.A.S. - Business and Office Technology: Administrative Technology option...92 A.A.S. - Business and Office Technology: Legal Administrative Technology option..93 A.A.S. - Business and Office Technology: Medical Administrative Technology option 94 A.A.S. - Computer Information Systems: CISCO Networking option...95 A.A.S. - Computer Information Systems: Information Technology option...96 A.A.S. - Criminal Justice A.A.S. - Fire Science...98 A.A.S. - Homeland Security...99 A.A.S. - Medical Assisting A.A.S. - Nursing (ADN) Associate Degree Nursing Curriculum Point system viii Contents

10 A.A.S - Nursing (Mobility) Point system Progression Policy Reinstatement policy Transfer policy The Alabama Community College System Nursing programs essential functions A.A.S. - Visual Communications: Multimedia Graphic Design option A.A.S. - Visual Communications: Simulation and Modeling option Certificate programs Certificate program requirements Certificate - Applied Technology: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC) option Short Certificate - Applied Technology: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC) option Certificate - Applied Technology: Automotive Manufacturing option Short Certificate - Applied Technology: Automotive Manufacturing option Certificate - Applied Technology: Industrial Maintenance option Short Certificate - Applied Technology: Industrial Maintenance option Short Certificate - Business and Office Technology: Administrative Technology option Short Certificate - Child Care and Development Courses needed for Child Development CDA Credential Certificate-Computer Information Systems:Information Technology option Short Certificate - Computer Information Systems: Networking Technology option Certificate - Criminal Justice Short Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Short Certificate Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Short Certificate - Fire Science Certificate - Homeland Security Short Certificate - Homeland Security Short Certificate - Medical Assisting Short Certificate - Medical Assisting: Phlebotomy Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Licensed Practical Nursing program minimum admission standards Point System Nursing Assistant Program Short Certificate - Visual Communications: Simulation and Modeling option Short Certificate - Visual Communications: Multimedia Graphic Design option Course Descriptions 129 Abbreviations Descriptions Contents ix

11 Workforce Development, Adult Education, and Advisory Committees 189 Workforce Development Training for Business and Industry WorkKeys Job Profiling Continuing Education Ready to Work Public Safety Academy Adult Education - GED review program Program advisory committees Administration, Faculty, and Staff 195 Alabama State Board of Education Administration Division Chairs Administrative Staff Faculty Staff Student Handbook 205 Introduction Student housing On-campus parking and driving Parking for students with disabilities Parking and traffic violations Parking and traffic citations and fines Student insurance Student transportation and liability policy Learning Resource Center Learning labs Bookstore Buildings and grounds Building accessibility Counseling and guidance services Pre-college counseling Academic advising Faculty advisors Referrals Career development/job placement services Financial aid College work-study program Pell Grant program Alabama Student Assistance Program (ASAP) Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG) Federal Stafford Student Loans (Direct Loans)...38, 212 Scholarships Veterans educational benefits x Contents

12 Student development Organizations and events Procedures for forming a new student organization Procedures for student meetings Procedures for conducting campus activities Athletics Music Phi Theta Kappa College publications Student records Definition of records Directory information Release of student records Student inspection of records Challenging the contents of a record Waiver of access Changes in policy Encumbering student records Withholding diplomas and transcripts Students right to know Intellectual Property Rights Student code of conduct Student conduct philosophy Statement on student conduct, CVCC Student conduct authority Definition of terms Student conduct code violations Academic dishonesty Alcohol possession and use Assault Classroom copyright infringement Classroom disruption Damage or destruction of property Dating or relationship misconduct Deception Disorderly conduct Disorderly/improper assembly Domestic or intimate partner violence Drug possession and use Failure to comply False representation Fire safety Gambling Harassment Hazing Sexual assault Sexual harassment Contents xi

13 Sexual misconduct Stalking Theft Threats Tobacco Unauthorized entry Unauthorized use Unauthorized use of computer resources Violations of law Weapons and firearms Student notification process for student conduct code violations Student withdrawals during the student conduct process Conduct procedures Standards of evidence Sanctions Disciplinary reprimand Disciplinary probation Educational sanction Loss of privileges Payment of damages Organizational sanctions Deferred suspension Disciplinary suspension Class suspension Library suspension Disciplinary expulsion Automatic suspension or expulsion Interim suspension Appeals Appeal guidelines Student/student organization rights Victim s rights Sexual violence consideration and rights Confidentiality and assurance against retaliation Adjudication of academic dishonesty cases Administrative regulations Student conduct policy on parental/guardian notification Alcohol and drug abuse prevention policy Campus policies Children on campus Dress and appearance Protection of personal property Telephone use and emergency messages Use of computer resources official means of communication Student id cards Harassment xii Contents

14 Student conduct code revisions Student grievance procedures Steps to resolve a complaint Plan of resolution Investigation, hearing and findings Investigation procedures Hearing procedures Report of findings Available appeals Student grievance procedures (civil rights) Grade appeal procedure Emergency procedures Fire Bomb threat Serious injury or illness Accident/incident report Civil disturbance Hazardous weather Emergency Notification System Tornadoes Automobile accident Emergency Response Information Campus crime statistics Disclosure of campus crime statistics Student handbook disclaimer Index Contents xiii

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18 Academic Calendar Fall Semester, 2014 (August 11, 2014 December 16, 2014) 88 Faculty Duty Days; 79 Instructional Days August Local Professional Development August Regular Registration August 15...Faculty Duty Day August Regular Term and Term I Classes Begin August Late Registration; Drop/Add Schedule Adjustment September 1... Labor Day (College closed) September Last Day to Drop with a W from Term I October 8... Last Day to Withdraw: WP or WF for Term I October Term I Classes End; Grades Due by 2 pm October Term II Classes Begin October Graduation Application Deadline 1:00 pm October Last Day to Drop with a W from Regular Term October New Student Experience November Spring 2015 Advising/Advanced Registration November Veteran s Day Holiday (College closed) November Spring 2015 Advising/Advanced Registration November Last Day to Drop with a W from Term II November State Professional Development (No classes) November Thanksgiving Holiday (College closed) December 1... Classes Resume December 4... Last Day to Withdraw: WP or WF Term II and Regular Term December 8... Last Day of Classes: Term II and Regular Term December 9 12, Final Exams December 16...Faculty Duty Day (Grades due by 2:00 pm) December Staff Duty Days December Staff Duty Day December 23 January 1... Christmas Holidays (College closed) Spring Semester, 2015 (January 2, 2015 May 12, 2015) 87 Faculty Duty Days; 79 Instructional Days January 2... Faculty and Staff Duty Day January Regular Registration January 7....Faculty Duty Day January Regular Term and Term I Classes Begin January Late Registration; Drop/Add Schedule Adjustment January Late Registration; Drop/Add Schedule Adjustment January Martin Luther King Jr./Robert E. Lee Holiday (College closed) February Last Day to Drop with a W from Term I March 2... Last Day to Withdraw: WP or WF Term I March 4... Term I Classes End; Grades Due by 2 pm March 5... Term II Classes Begin March Last Day to Drop with a W from Regular Term Academic Calendar 3

19 March 30- April 3...Spring Break (No classes); Faculty Off, Staff Duty Days April 6... Classes Resume April 9... New Student Experience April Summer 2015 Advising/Advanced Registration April Summer 2015 Advising/Advanced Registration April Last Day to Drop with a W from Term II April Last Day to Withdraw: WP or WF Term II and Regular Term April Last Day of Classes: Term II and Regular Term April Final Exams May 1, Final Exams May Graduate Grades Due by 2:00 pm May 7... Grades Due by 2:00 pm May 8...Faculty Duty Day May 8....Graduation May Local Professional Development May Faculty Duty Day May Faculty Off; Staff Duty Day Summer Semester, 2015 (May 18, 2015 August 3, 2015) 54 Faculty Duty Days; 51 Instructional Days (Note: CVCC works a four day work week during the summer semester. The four day work week begins on May 11, 2015 and ends on August 7, 2015.) May Regular Registration May 18- June 4... Open Enrollment-Certificate Application May Faculty Duty Day May Regular Term and Term I Classes Begin May Late Registration; Drop/Add Schedule Adjustment May Memorial Day (College closed) June Last Day to Drop with a W from Term I June Last Day to Withdraw: WP or WF Term I June Term I Classes End; Grades Due by 2 pm June Term II Classes Begin June Last Day to Drop with a W from Regular Term July 3... Independence Day Observed (College closed) July Fall 2015 Advising/Advanced Registration July 9... New Student Experience July Fall 2015 Advising/Advanced Registration July Last Day to Drop with a W from Term II July Last Day to Withdraw: WP or WF Term II and Regular Term July Last Day of Classes: Term II and Regular Term July Final Exams August 3... Faculty Duty Day; Grades Due by 2:00 pm August FacultyOff; Staff Duty Days 4 Academic Calendar

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22 The President s message Welcome to CVCC. Thank you for your interest in the College. I hope you find the information in this Catalog you need in order to make an informed decision about the next step in your academic future. I believe CVCC is the place where your life can change. We are large enough to have all the activities and resources necessary to provide an enhanced and well-rounded college experience, but small enough to ensure you the personal attention needed for your success. We have a respected and dedicated faculty, along with a knowledgeable and caring staff. We have one mission at the College and that is to get you from where you are to where you want to be. Whether you want a solid two-year start on your way to the four-year college or university of your choice or you desire a program to learn the skills necessary in your chosen profession to get you into the workplace as soon as possible CVCC is here for you. We are the community s college. We are your college. Get started today, and I ll see you around campus. GO PIRATES! D. Glen Cannon, Ed.D., CPA President The College 7

23 Contacts Concerning CONCERNING Where WHERE to go TO GO NUMBER No. to TO call Absences.... Faculty Counseling and Advising - Wilson Hall CALL Activities, Absences student...student Faculty Development - Wilson Hall Adding and dropping classes... Counseling and Advising Wilson Admissions Hall and Records Wallace Hall Admissions Academic Division... Chairpersons: Admissions and Records - Wallace Hall Athletics Business...Athletic Information Technology IPAC 201 Director Key Hall 203 Buildings and grounds Health Sciences...Director, IPAC Facilities 312 and Maintenance IPAC 105 Campus visitation...president s Humanities IPAC 113 Office Wallace Hall Mathematics and Science...Student Brassell Hall 120 Development Wallace Hall Changes in academic Public program Safety...Faculty Key Hall Advisor Counseling Activities, Student Student Services Wilson Hall Admissions Adding Academic, and Office Dropping personal Classes and transfer Admissions... and Records Wallace Counseling Hall 201 and Advising Wilson Hall Adult Admissions Education Financial Office...Financial Owen Wallace Hall Hall Aid Wilson Hall Americans Adult Education Vocational with Disabilities... Act (ADA) Student Services Wilson Owen Counseling Hall 112 and Advising Wilson Hall Coordinator Americans Job with placement Students Disabilities. Act... (ADA) Student Services Wilson Counseling Hall and Advising Wilson Hall Elections, Americans Coordinator with SGA Students Disabilities...Dean Act (ADA) Human Resources Wallace of Hall Student 203 Services Wallace Hall Employment Coordinator Americans with Employees Disabilities Act (ADA) Human Resources Wallace Hall Associate Coordinator Job Dean placement Employees for Workforce/Technical (student)... Owen Counseling Hall 101 and Advising Wilson Hall Education Associate Student Dean for (work-study) Workforce/Technical...Financial Owen Hall 101 Aid Wilson Hall Athletics Education Faculty/staff placement... Athletic Director Key Human Hall 203 Resources Office Wallace Hall Financial Buildings Athletics and aid Grounds...Financial Director, Athletic Director Facilities and IPAC Key Hall Aid Wilson Hall General Buildings and information Grounds...Student Maintenance Director, Facilities and IPAC 105 Development Wilson Hall... Barnes and Noble Bookstore Maintenance... Troy Admissions University Campus and Records Wallace Hall Grades Business Barnes and Office/Payroll (transcripts) Noble Bookstore... Wallace Troy Admissions University Hall 200 Campus and Records Wallace Hall Campus Business Complaints/concerns Visitation Office/Payroll... Wallace Hall Instructors Campus Visitation Graduation... Student Services Wilson Admissions Hall and Records Wallace Hall Lost-and-found Changes in Academic Program...Switchboard of Study Faculty Student Advisors Services Wilson Hall Wilson Hall New Career Changes student Center in Academic Program of Study Faculty Advisors experience...dean Brassell Hall of Student 132 Services Wallace or 4829 Hall News Counseling Career Center releases Services for (student): Brassell Hall or 4829 TV, radio and newspaper... Institutional Advancement Office - Wallace Hall Counseling Academic, Services Personal (student): and Transfer Counseling and Advising Wilson Hall Orientation....Dean of Student Services - Wallace Hall Academic, Personal and Financial Transfer Financial Counseling Aid and Advising Wilson Hall Parking decals and fines...switchboard - Wilson Hall Vocational Financial Counseling Financial Aid and Advising Wilson Hall Phi Theta Kappa Student Development - Wilson Hall Job Vocational Placement Counseling and Advising Wilson Hall Photocopying... LRC - Owen Hall Dean of Student Services Job Placement Counseling and Advising Wallace Wilson Hall Recruitment...Student Development - Wilson Hall Dean of Institutional Student Services Advancement and IPAC Wallace 318 Hall Registration... Admissions and Records - Wallace Hall Effectiveness Dean of Institutional Advancement and IPAC Reserving campus facilities...business Office - Wallace Hall Elections, Effectiveness SGA Dean of Student Services Wallace Hall Security. Elections, SGA...Chief Dean of Student Services Wallace Hall Security Building Employment: Scholarships Employment:...Financial Aid - Wilson Hall Job Placement (student) Counseling and Advising Wilson Hall Social activities Job Student Placement... (work- study) (student) Financial Counseling Aid and Advising Wilson Student Hall Development Wilson Hall Student Government Faculty/Staff Student (work- study) Association Placement Human Financial...Dean Resources Aid Wallace Wilson of Hall Student 203 Services Wallace Hall Student Evening Coordinator ADA Faculty/Staff Assistance Placement...Student Human Resources Wallace Hall Development Wilson Hall Testing Facilities Evening Coordinator and.. Maintenance IPAC Wallace Hall Testing Center Brassell Hall Tours Financial Facilities and Aid...Student Maintenance Wilson IPAC 105 Hall Development Wallace Hall Traffic Fort Financial Benning control Aid Instructional...Chief Site Ft. Wilson Benning Hall Security Building or 4871 Transcripts General Fort Benning Campus Instructional Information... Site Switchboard Wilson Ft. Admissions Benning Hall and Records Wallace or 4871 Hall Tuition General Campus and fees Information...Business Admissions Switchboard and Records Wallace Wilson Hall 201 Office, Cashier Wallace Hall Military Grades (transcripts) and Veterans Admissions and... Records Wallace...Veterans Hall 201 Coordinator Wilson Hall Withdrawal... Admissions and Records - Wallace Hall Grades (transcripts) Admissions and Records Wallace Hall The College

24 Contacts General information CONCERNING... WHERE Wilson TO GO Hall NUMBER TO Wallace Hall Academic Division Chairpersons: CALL Grades Business (complaints/concerns) Information Technology Faculty... IPAC Graduation Health Sciences... Admissions and Records IPAC Wallace 312 Hall Human Resources Office Wallace Hall Humanities... IPAC Information Systems Wallace Hall Institutional Mathematics Research and Science... Brassell IPAC 319 Hall Learning Public Resource Safety Center... Owen Hall Owen First Floor Hall and 101 Mezzanine Admissions Lost and Found Office... Switchboard Wallace Wilson Hall Hall Marketing and Public Relations IPAC Adult Education... Owen Hall Military and Veterans Financial Aid Wilson Hall Affirmative New Student Experience Action Coordinator... Dean of Student Services Brassell Wallace Hall Hall Americans Orientation with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator Dean of Student - Students Services.. Wilson Wallace Hall Americans Parking Decals with and Disabilities Fines Act (ADA) Coordinator Switchboard -Employees..Wallace Wilson Hall Hall Associate Phi Theta Kappa Dean for Workforce/Technical Student Services Education.. Owen Wilson Hall Photocopying (student) LRC Owen Hall First Floor Athletics... Key Hall President Wallace Hall Business Recruitment Office... Student Services Wallace Wilson Hall Hall Chief Ready- to- Work Academic Office... Wallace Owen Hall Hall Counseling Registration Services... Admissions and Records Wilson Wallace Hall Reserving Campus Facilities Business Office Wallace Hall Dean of Student Services... Hall Security Office Chief Security Building Evening Scholarships Coordinator... Financial Aid Wallace Wilson Hall Hall Facilities Social Activities and (student) Maintenance... Student Services IPAC Wilson 105 Hall Financial Student Development Aid... Student Services Wilson Hall Fort Testing Benning (student) Instructional Site / Testing Center Brassell Hall Title IX Coordinator IPAC Human Resources Office... Wallace Hall Tours Student Services Wilson Hall Information Traffic Control Systems... Chief Wallace Security Building Hall Institutional Transcripts Advancement... Admissions and Records Wallace Hall Institutional Tuition and Fees Effectiveness... Business Student Services Office, Cashier IPAC Wallace Wilson Hall 317 Hall Vice Changes President/The in Academic Dean Program of of Study Faculty Advisors Wallace Hall Learning Resource Center... Owen Career College Center Brassell Hall or 4829 President Withdrawal... Admissions and Records Wallace Hall Hall Counseling Services (student): Work Keys Owen Hall Academic, Personal and Transfer Counseling and Advising Wilson Hall Financial Financial Aid Wilson Hall Vocational Counseling and Advising Wilson Hall Job Placement Counseling and Advising Wilson Hall Dean of Student Services Wallace Hall Dean of Institutional Advancement and IPAC Effectiveness Elections, SGA Dean of Student Services Wallace Hall Employment: Job Placement (student) Counseling and Advising Wilson Hall Student (work- study) Financial Aid Wilson Hall Faculty/Staff Placement Human Resources Wallace Hall Evening Coordinator Wallace Hall Facilities and Maintenance IPAC Financial Aid Wilson Hall Fort Benning Instructional Site Ft. Benning or 4871 General Campus Information Switchboard Wilson Hall Admissions and Records Wallace Hall Grades (transcripts) Admissions and Records Wallace Hall The College 9

25 Campus buildings and facilities ITC GREE OWEN ARTS BRS WILS COLLEGE DRIVE ARTS = Fine Arts Hall ATHL = Athletic Fields BRS = Brassell Hall GREE = Greenhouse IPAC = Instructional and Performing Arts Center WALL SEC ITC = Industry Training Center KEY = Key Hall OWEN = Owen Hall SEC = Security Kiosk WALL = Wallace Hall WILS = Wilson Hall IPAC KEY ATHL 10 The College

26 History Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) was established in 1973 by an Act of the Alabama State Legislature. Located in Phenix City, Alabama, the College was created to serve the citizens of Russell County and parts of Bullock, Lee, Macon and Barbour counties. It also serves the citizens of the Phenix City, Alabama, and the Fort Benning-Columbus, Georgia, metropolitan area. The College enrolls approximately 1,800 students. The College opened in temporary quarters in January In 1976, the College moved to its present location at 2602 College Drive. The 103-acre site of the College includes eight instructional and academic/student-services buildings: an administrative/classroom building, a math and science classroom building, a fine-arts classroom building, an athletic and general classroom building, an instructional and performing arts center, an industrial training center, a learning resource center and a student services center. There are two campus support facilities: a security building and a greenhouse. Alabama Community College System mission To provide a unified system of institutions dedicated to excellence in delivering academic education, adult education and workforce development. Chattahoochee Valley Community College mission Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC), a member of the Alabama Community College System, is a public, comprehensive, community college serving a diverse population through traditional classroom and distance-learning formats. The College is dedicated to providing accessible and affordable education of excellent quality preparing students for transfer to senior colleges and universities or employment or career advancement through associate degrees and certificate programs. Developmental courses are offered to assist students in improving learning skills and overcoming educational deficiencies. Student success is fostered by providing a studentcentered environment and support services that respect uniqueness and value diversity. The College supports partnerships advancing community, workforce development and life-long learning. Vision statement Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) will be a dynamic, engaged institution of higher learning dedicated to serving the community and students by providing excellent educational, cultural and career opportunities allowing individuals to be successful and achieve their goals. CVCC will provide quality services through innovative practices, state-of-the-art facilities and an understanding of meeting individuals where they are. CVCC will enhance the lives of its students, faculty, staff and the community by: Promoting instructional excellence in all program areas; Expanding and enhancing programs to meet the needs of the area s workforce; Strengthening partnerships to advance the mission of the College; Creating a supportive teaching and learning environment; Integrating technology to support all programs and services; Implementing the use of evidence based decision making and Providing exceptional student support services. The College 11

27 Institutional goals To achieve its purpose, the College has developed the following goals: To offer high-quality educational programs. To expand and strengthen program offerings that prepare students for direct entry into jobs at technical, paraprofessional and entry-level management positions. To provide educational and support programs that ensure student success. To develop community service and continuing education programs, strengthen links with high schools and community agencies and promote the economic, educational and cultural development of the service area. To provide and maintain a comprehensive program of advising, counseling and testing services and extracurricular activities that enrich the cultural, social, physical and intellectual lives of students. To practice broad-based systematic planning of the College s educational programs, academic and student support services, community service programs and administrative processes. Associate degree outcomes CVCC identifies five college-level general education competencies or associate degree outcomes. 1. The student will write sentences and paragraphs in standard English that are sequential, logical and effectively organized. 2. The student will demonstrate oral communication competencies using unity of thought and logical arrangement of ideas. 3. The student will perform mathematical computations and apply mathematical principles and methodologies to be successful in their specific degree program. 4. The student will demonstrate knowledge of basic computer skills through the use of current computer technology and applications to develop computer literacy for academic settings and lifelong learning. 5. The student will demonstrate scientific literacy through factual knowledge, understanding theoretical concepts and fundamental principles in the natural sciences and the application of scientific principles and methodologies to solve scientific problems. CVCC Foundation The Chattahoochee Valley Community College Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, was established in 1985 to support and assist the College in fulfilling and performing its educational and public service initiatives. The Foundation increases educational access for students through financial support, enables the College to initiate innovative projects to enhance the quality of education and facilitates the College s growth and expansion. Leaders from an array of Chattahoochee Valley companies and organizations voluntarily serve on the Foundation Board to secure appropriate sources of external funding through donations, planned giving and scholarships. 12 The College

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30 hattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) maintains Can open door admission policy that provides higher education for individuals who meet minimum admission requirements as set forth by the policies of the Alabama Community College System as listed below. Students may apply to the College at either Main Campus or at Fort Benning in Soldiers' Plaza. Either office can assist students with application to the College and answer questions regarding the admissions process. Both offices are also capable of assisting students though military personnel and their families are primarily served through the Fort Benning Office. The Fort Benning Office is equipped to properly address the issues and situations unique to military life such as deployments and special military educational benefits. Admission to the College does not guarantee entrance into a particular course or program. Specific requirements for admission to Nursing (ADN) and Practical Nursing (LPN) are found in the Programs of Study section of this catalog. Persons who are not citizens of the United States may not be admitted to any public twoyear college for the purpose of enrolling in flight training or in any segment or portion of a flight training program until appropriate certification and approval have been received from the Office of the Attorney General of the United States, pursuant to Section 113 of the Aviation Transportation and Security Act, regulations of the Immigration and Naturalization Service and all other applicable directives. Admission eligibility An applicant who has not previously attended any regionally or Council on Occupational Education accredited postsecondary institution will be designated a first-time college student or a native student. Individuals are eligible for admission to courses creditable toward an associate degree or certificate if they meet any of the following requirements: High school graduates A student who holds the Alabama High School Diploma, the high school diploma of another state equivalent to the Alabama High School Diploma or an equivalent diploma issued by a nonpublic regionally and/or state accredited high school. A student who holds a high school diploma equivalent to the Alabama High School Diploma issued by a nonpublic high school and has achieved a minimum American College Test (ACT) score of 16 or the equivalent score on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) of 790 in Reading and Math. A student who holds a GED certificate issued by the appropriate state education agency. Graduates of nonaccredited high schools A student who presents a diploma demonstrating successful completion of a course of study on the secondary level based upon the minimum Carnegie units required by the state education agency at the time of the award (currently 24) and minimum ACT score of 16 or the equivalent score on the SAT score of 790 in Reading and Math. If the above requirements are not met, the student must take a GED test. Admissions 15

31 Transfer students Students who have previously attended another duly (Regional) accredited postsecondary institution will be considered transfer students. Students must complete an application for admission and are required to furnish official high school or GED transcripts and transcripts of all work attempted at all said institutions. Transfer students on academic or disciplinary suspension from another college or university must submit a written request for admission to the College Admissions Committee. Transient students A student who attended another postsecondary institution and who seeks credit for transfer to that parent institution may be admitted as a transient student. The student must submit an application for admission and an official letter from the institution that certifies that the credit earned at the College will be accepted as a part of the student s academic program. International students An international student must provide the College with all of the following: A VISA acceptable to the United States Government. An official translated copy of his/her high school transcript(s) (and college transcripts, if applicable). An official transcript showing a minimum of 500 on the paper-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), a total of 173 on the Computer Based Test or a score of 61 on the internet-based TOEFL unless from an English-speaking country. A signed, notarized statement declaring that he/she will be fully responsible for his/her financial obligations while attending the College. Documentation demonstrating adequate accident, health and life insurance that must be maintained during all periods of enrollment. A completed application for admission. Accelerated high school students A student who meets the provisions of state policy which stipulates that a student may enroll who has completed the tenth grade, has a cumulative B average and has been recommended by the local principal. The student may enroll in academic career courses for which he/she has completed high school prerequisites. The Chancellor may grant exceptions for students documented as gifted and talented (Alabama Code ). Dual-enrollment/dual-credit high school students Dual-enrollment/dual-credit high school offerings allow eligible high school students in grades ten, eleven and twelve to enroll in college classes concurrently with high school classes either on the college campus or at the high school and receive both high school and college credit. Students must have a B grade average and must be recommended by the principal and superintendent. All dual-enrollment/dual-credit students will be COMPASS tested and must meet prerequisites for all approved courses at the college. 16 Admissions

32 Noncredit students Noncredit students who enroll exclusively in noncredit courses may be granted admission without a minimum score on the ACT or SAT, a GED certificate or transcripts from a high school or college. Admission procedures Standard admission procedures To enroll in regular degree courses at CVCC, students must complete the following steps: 1. Submit a completed Application for Admission to the Office of Admissions. 2. Provide sufficient documentation of identity. One primary form of documentation such as an unexpired Alabama driver s license; an unexpired Alabama identification card; an unexpired U.S. passport; an unexpired U.S. permanent resident card; resident alien card- Pre-1997; unexpired driver's licence or instruction permit from another state or possession that verifies lawful presence, dated 2000 and beyond; U.S. alien registration receipt card (Form I-151) prior to 1978; BIA or tribal identification card with photo OR two secondary forms of documentation, one of which must be a photo identification card other than those specified above AND one additional form of identification such as a Certificate of Naturalization; a Social Security card; a certified copy of a U.S. birth certificate or U.S. certificate of naturalization; Social Security card (without restrictions); certified copy of a U.S. birth certificate or a U.S. state department certificate of birth abroad; U.S. certificate of citizenship; U.S. military ID card (active duty, reserve, retired); U.S. armed forces driver's licence; U.S. department of veterans affairs card; concealed weapons permit; medical/health insurance ID card (except Medicare card or a Mexican Matricula Consulate card); BIA or tribal affidavit of birth or certificate of Indian blood; USCIS I 94 or I94A form; USCIS employment authorization document (1688A, I-688B, I-766), U.S military DD214; U.S. travel document (mint green cover) endorsed with permit to re-enter (Form I 327 or refugee travel document Form I-571); U.S. application for voluntary departure under the family unity program (Form I-797); U.S. temporary resident card (Form I-688); U.S. notice of approval to apply for permanent residents (Form I-171 or I-463); other documentation issued by U.S. citizenship and immigration services; or documentation presenting a status permitted under 8 U.S. Code 1621 and For documentation not listed above or provided in U.S. Code, contact the Department of Postsecondary Education, Instructional and Student Services Division for assistance in determining eligibility. 3. Submit official transcripts from previously attended high schools and colleges to the Office of Admissions. Only transcripts that bear the official seal of the issuing institution and are sent directly from the institution will be accepted. Copies submitted directly by the student are not considered official. 4. Submit a GED certificate. All non-high school graduates must submit scores on the General Educational Development Test and certification of achievement of the Certificate of High School Equivalency. Admissions 17