EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

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1 Student Handbook

2 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT South Central Louisiana Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. 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. Tammie L. Moore, M.Ed. Director of Student Affairs (985) Ext. 306 Lafourche/Galliano Campuses Mrs. Joy Braud, MSN/RN Director of Student Affairs (985) Ext 121 River Parishes Campus Mr. Melvin J. Harrison, M.Ed. Director of Student Affairs (985) Ext. 4 Young Memorial Campus Mrs. Pamela Miller Human Resources Manager (985) Ext. 327

3 SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE Campus Locations MAIN CAMPUS YOUNG MEMORIAL CAMPUS 900 Youngs Road P.O. Box 2148 Morgan City, LA (985) Fax: (985) BRANCH CAMPUSES LAFOURCHE CAMPUS 1425 Tiger Drive Thibodaux, LA (985) Fax: (985) RIVER PARISHES CAMPUS 181 Regala Park Road Reserve, LA (985) Fax: (985) INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICE CENTER GALLIANO CAMPUS 318 East 90th Street Cut Off, LA (985) Fax: (985) EXTENSION CAMPUS YOUNG MEMORIAL MARINE 3225 Youngs Road Morgan City, LA (985) Fax: (985)

4 EARL W. MEADOR, J.D. DIRECTOR South Central Louisiana Technical College is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325 Atlanta, Georgia (770)

5 TABLE OF CONTENTS MESSAGE FROM THE 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 HANDBOOK... 2 HISTORY OF SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE... 2 SERVICE AREAS OF SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE... 2 ADVISORY COMMITTEES... 2 LOUISIANA COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM BOARD OF SUPERVISORS... 3 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE... 4 DISCLAIMER NOTIFICATION... 4 FACULTY & STAFF... 5 ACCREDITATION... 5 ADMISSION & STUDENT SERVICES Admission of First-Time Freshman Admission of Transfer and Returning Students... 8 Enrollment Requirements for Non-Degree Seeking Applicant Programs Admissions Requirements and Limitations Admission of Dual Enrolled High School Students Admissions Procedures Americans with Disabilities Act Counseling/Advising Enrollment Orientation Curriculum Options COSTS OF TRAINING Course Offerings Cost Sheets Placement Testing Tuition Books Supplies Equipment/Tools Student Identification Card Parking Permits Uniforms Graduation Fees Non-Citizen Indebtedness to the College Refund Policy... 19

6 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PELL Grant Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Strategies to Empower People (STEP) Social Security Veteran s Administration (VA) Vocational Rehabilitation Taylor Opportunity Performance Scholarship (TOPS) TOPS TECH EARLY START Go Grant LA National Guard Scholarships Student Loans CALENDAR Academic Calendar ACADEMIC AFFAIRS Entrance Requirements Developmental Education (DVED) Classes Work Ready U (formerly GED) Grading Scale Academic Probation and Suspension Grade Reports Grade Appeal Graduation Requirements Log On Louisiana (LoLA) Employability Skills Work-Based Learning Activities Academic Awards Transcripts Transfer of Credits Student Records Right to Challenge Records College Exit/Job Placement/Withdrawal from College Form Change in Course Load Placement Follow-Up STUDENT LIFE Cell Phones & Other Forms of Communication Class Work College Equipment FirstCall Emergencies Food Services Housekeeping Personal Property Search & Seizure Safety Smoking Student Conduct/Discipline Student Organizations Traffic and Parking Falsification of Records... 35

7 Visitors POLICIES Grievance/Due Process Policy Academic Dishonesty Use of Technology Resources Campus Security Act Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Policy Campus SaVE Act PROGRAMS OF STUDY Programs of Study SCLTC PERSONNEL Institutional Administrative Staff 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... 50

8 MESSAGE FROM OUR DIRECTOR Welcome to South Central Louisiana Technical College (SCLTC). Our campuses offer certificates, technical 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 a competitive edge needed to acquire a great job. With hands-on competency-based instruction, our students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to succeed in the job market and to succeed in life. If our students succeed, then we as technical college educators succeed. We hope that the information provided in this Handbook will be helpful and informative. We are here to serve you! Feel free to contact us or visit any of our campuses. Remember, a student's success is our success. EARL W. MEADOR, J.D., DIRECTOR EARLMEADOR@SCL.EDU 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 HANDBOOK The purpose of this Student 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 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 handbook at its discretion or as a result of systems or state policy. The major contents of this handbook are reviewed during orientation of new students. However, each student is responsible for adhering to the policies and procedures outlined within the handbook. 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. In November 2012, Earl W. Meador, J.D., became the new Regional Director. SERVICE AREAS 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. 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. 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 South Central Louisiana Technical College convenes an Institutional Advisory Committee (IAC) with industry representation from each branch campus, instructional service center, and extension campus. This committee meets at least twice annually as required by Council on Occupational Education (COE). 2

10 Campus Advisory Committees (CAC) are also established for each campus and are comprised of experts who provide input on current trends and common practices in fields pertinent to industries in the service area of the respective campus. These committees consist of potential employers for our students. Although not required by COE, these committees meet at least twice annually. The Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) for each program (a) is composed of at least three members external to the institution, (b) meets at least twice annually with at least two official members physically present, and (c) keeps minutes of each meeting to document their activities and recommendations. 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. Norwood Ogé 833 Legion Dr Mr. Paul Price, Jr. 805 Jackson Street Board Chair Gretna, LA Winnsboro, LA Timothy W. Hardy 8440 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 301 Mr. Joe Potts Metairie, LA First Vice Chair Baton Rouge, LA Ms. Deni Grissette 252 Purple Dawn Drive Mr. Craig Spohn Cyber Innovation Center Second Vice Chair Sunset, LA E Texas St Bossier City, LA Mr. Robert Brown 1615 Poydras St, Ste 253 Mr. Stephen C. Smith 125 Old Schriever Hwy. New Orleans, LA Houma, LA Ms. Helen Bridges Carter PO Box 280 Mr. Vincent St. Blanc 92 Main Street Greensburg, LA Franklin, LA Mr. Keith Gamble 8520 Business Park Dr Mr. Stephen M. Toups 8687 United Plaza, Ste. 500 Shreveport, LA Baton Rouge, LA Mr. Steve Hemperly 201 St. Charles Ave., 29th Fl Mr. Edward R. Banks 7500 Millhaven Rd New Orleans, LA Student Representative Monroe, LA Ms. Willie Landry Mount 205 Shell Beach Dr Mr. Robert Fisher 201 Community College Dr Lake Charles, LA Student Representative Baron Rouge, LA Mr. Michael Murphy 810 North Columbia Rd Bogalusa, LA

11 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. Monty Sullivan President, Louisiana Community and Technical College System 265 South Foster Drive Baton Rouge, LA (225) Dr. Neil Matkin Louisiana Community & Technical College System Executive Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs 265 South Foster Drive Baton Rouge, LA (225) Dr. Derrick Manns Vice President of Academic Affairs and Institutional Research Louisiana Community & Technical College System 265 South Foster Drive Baton Rouge, LA (225) Ms. Sandra Kinney Vice President for Institutional Research and Planning 265 South Foster Drive Baton Rouge, LA (225) DISCLAIMER NOTIFICATIONS The provisions of this Student 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 College in effect at the time of publication. Tuition, fees, or other costs associated with a program are subject to change at any time. Students will be notified via or website of any changes in costs or training. All courses, programs, and activities described in this Student Handbook are subject to cancellation or termination by SCLTC or the Louisiana Community and Technical College Board of Supervisors. The academic regulations and degree requirements are subject to revision to reflect changes in Board policies, occupational and licensure requirements, and other changes related to the quality of the instruction. Typically, students will be allowed to complete the program they began unless prohibited by licensing board or regulatory agency. The employees listed in the Student Handbook are the regular, full-time and part-time faculty. Adjunct faculty may be hired periodically depending on instructional needs of the campuses. 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. 4

12 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 bona 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 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)

13 ADMISSION & STUDENT SERVICES Admission of First-Time Freshmen A first-time freshman is a student who has not previously attended South Central Louisiana Technical College (SCLTC) or any other regionally or nationally accredited institution of higher education. A student will also be classified as a first-time freshman if he/she previously attended another regionally or nationally accredited institution, but has earned fewer than 12 semester credit hours. The applicants described below meet requirements for college admission. High School Graduates: 1. High school graduates 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). Some SCLTC programs may have specific age requirements due to the nature of training involved or due to licensing board requirements. a. For admission purposes, a student may be determined to have the ability to benefit (ATB) from the education or training offered by the institution. SCLTC utilizes the ATB scores published by the U.S. Department of Education (USDOE) to determine ability to benefit for applicants seeking enrollment in its training program. ATB may be accomplished also by the satisfactory (C or better) completion of six credit hours of coursework applicable toward a degree or certificate offered by SCLTC. b. For admission purposes, SCLTC accepts scores on any of the tests that are approved as an SCLTC Placement Exam (SAT, ACT, ASSET, COMPASS) taken within the last 3 years of administration. c. Applicants to programs with a terminal exit of Technical Competency Area (TCA) or applicants who are non-degree seeking are not required to prove an ability to benefit. Non-High School Graduates: 1. Non-high school graduates who have passed the High School Equivalency Test exam are eligible for admission. Some SCLTC programs may have specific age requirements due to the nature of training involved or due to licensing board requirements. 2. Non-high school graduates without a High School Equivalency Test and who are at least 18 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. Some programs may have specific age requirements due to the nature of training involved or have specific program requirements due to licensing board requirements. a. For admission purposes, a student may be determined to have the ability to benefit (ATB) from the education or training offered by the institution. SCLTC utilizes the ATB 6

14 scores published by the U.S. Department of Education (USDOE) to determine ability to benefit for applicants seeking enrollment in its training program. ATB may be accomplished also by the satisfactory (C or better) completion of six credit hours of coursework applicable toward a degree or certificate offered by SCLTC. b. For admission purposes, SCLTC accepts scores on any of the tests that are approved as an SCLTC placement exam (SAT, ACT, ASSET, COMPASS) taken within the last 3 years of administration. c. Applicants to programs with a terminal exit of Technical Competency Area (TCA) or applicants who are non-degree seeking are not required to prove an ability to benefit. Home Schooled Applicants 1. Completion of a State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (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 student 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 High School Equivalency Test. 3. Home schooled applicants without a High School Equivalency Test and who are at least 18 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. Procedure for Enrolling First-Time Freshmen (Degree/Diploma/Certificate) 1. Complete the Application for Admission prior to the beginning of enrollment for which admission is sought. The application must be accompanied by the non-refundable fee. 2. Applicant must provide proof of high school graduation (if applicable): a. Applicants must provide an official high school transcript if the campus is unable to access STS (State Transcript System) data. STS data should be available to campus officials for all students graduating in May 2003 or later. STS data is not acceptable for Practical Nursing programs governed by a licensing board. An official high school transcript is required. b. Applicants with a High School Equivalency Test must bring in the official High School Equivalency transcript and submit to the Office of Student Affairs at their campus. Official High School Equivalency transcripts may be obtained by contacting the Louisiana Community&Technical College Systems office and have it mailed to your respective campus. 3. Unless exempted by an approved test score less than 3 years old, applicants must take the COMPASS or ASSET test as applicable: a. To demonstrate ability to benefit, if required for eligibility for college admission. 7

15 b. To determine program placement and the need for Developmental Studies for students enrolling in Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS), Technical Diploma, and/or Associate of Applied Science degree programs. c. Applicants to programs which have a terminal exit of Technical Competency Area (TCA) are not required to test for college admission or for program placement. 4. Provide proof of state required immunizations if born after 1956 or must provide an exemption from immunizations. Health Occupations students may not be able to declare exemption from certain immunization requirements due to licensing board regulations. 5. Provide proof of any previous college or university enrollment/credits earned. 6. If required, register for the Selective Service prior to enrollment (per Louisiana Revised Statute 17:3151). Admission of Transfer and Returning Students A transfer student is any student who has attended any other regionally accredited postsecondary institution of higher education. A returning student is any student who has previously attended the SCLTC campus of original enrollment and who has had at least a regular semester (Fall or Spring) break in enrollment. Admission of Transfer Students All students wishing to transfer with fewer than 12 semester hours of coursework earned must meet the same requirements as a First-Time Freshman as outlined in Section 1 of this policy. Postsecondary students with more than 12 semester hours of coursework earned must meet the specific requirements for the program of entry. Specific requirements include: o o o Complete the Application for Admission prior to the beginning of the semester for which admission is sought. The application must be accompanied by non-refundable fee. Have official transcripts mailed to the SCLTC 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. Take the COMPASS or ASSET placement test unless exempted by: ACT scores that are not more than 3 years old Official proof of an Associate or higher level degree Official proof of satisfactory completion of approved college level English and Math Transfer students whose official transcripts prove the successful completion (minimum of C ) in required college level transferable general education courses are exempt from taking the placement test unless otherwise required for program entry by an accrediting agency; i.e., Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners. 8

16 Provide proof of state required immunizations if born after 1956 or provide an exemption from immunizations. Health Occupations students may not be able to declare exemption from certain immunizations due to licensing board requirements. Provide official high school transcript if the campus is unable to access STS (State Transcript System) data. High School Equivalency recipients may bring in the original certificate or scores to be photocopied by the Office of Student Affairs. STS data is not acceptable for Practical Nursing programs due to licensing board requirements. An official high school transcript is required. If required, register for the Selective Service prior to enrollment (per Louisiana Revised Statute 17:3151). Requirements for Program/Campus Change Students who transfer between programs at the same campus must complete and obtain approved signatures on the Request for Program Change form. Students must meet the admissions requirements for the new program of entry. Official enrollment in the new program will begin the semester after the request is approved. Credit will be awarded for courses successfully completed in the original program that have the same competencies as courses in the new program. Program change between programs may impact financial aid eligibility and disbursements. Students who have been suspended for academic or disciplinary reasons ARE NOT eligible for program change to another SCLTC campus until the terms of the suspension have been satisfied. Credit may be awarded for courses successfully completed at one SCLTC campus in the program that have the same competencies as courses at the receiving SCLTC campus. Program change between SCLTC campuses may impact financial aid processing. Academic Status of Transfer Students A student who transfers to or within SCLTC with an adjusted cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or higher will be admitted in good academic standing. A student who transfers to or within SCLTC with an adjusted cumulative grade point average of less than a 2.00 will be admitted on academic probation. A student will be informed that credits earned under these conditions will most likely not be accepted for degree credit at any other LCTCS institution nor will they generally be accepted at any other regionally or nationally accredited institution. A student who has been academically suspended or dismissed from any institution and who has a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher may be admitted in good academic standing with no restrictions on his/her SCLTC enrollment if approved by a committee selected by the SCLTC Campus Administrator. Credits earned at SCLTC by a student while on suspension from other institutions may be accepted toward a degree, diploma, or certificate at other universities. Students with the intention 9

17 of transferring credits earned at SCLTC to other postsecondary institutions should confer with those colleges to discuss specific admission requirements and transfer of credit procedures. Transfer of credit is always at the discretion of the reviewer of the receiving institution. Students admitted on academic probation must earn a semester grade point average of or higher during the first semester of enrollment at the SCLTC campus in order to enroll in subsequent semesters. Admission Requirements of Returning Students: Students being readmitted to the campus must complete a SA.200_Application for Admission prior to the beginning of the semester for which enrollment is sought. The application must be accompanied by the applicable non-refundable fee. Students who do not attend for one regular semester (Fall or Spring) will be readmitted under the curriculum in effect at the time of readmission. Students eligible for readmission under a different program/major must meet all program requirements for admission to that program. Students who are eligible for readmission and who have attended another SCLTC campus, college, or university prior to readmission to SCLTC will be considered a transfer student. To be eligible for unconditional readmission, students must have earned at least a cumulative grade point average on all work attempted, both at the SCLTC campus enrolled and at all other colleges and universities. If this condition is not satisfied, applicants for re-admission will be placed on academic probation. Student Records and Transfer Credit Acceptance of Transfer Credit belongs to the Office of Student Affairs at the respective SCLTC campus. Acceptance of transfer credit toward an SCLTC credential may be affected by a regular semester break in enrollment, a change of major, or grades earned. Students must submit a AA.010_Transcript Evaluation Request Form to their academic advisors who will aid in the evaluation of credits to be accepted for credit toward a credential. Approval and acceptance of transfer credits are determined by the SCLTC Campus Director of Student Affairs. Transcript authenticity o Only official transcripts from a regionally or nationally accredited postsecondary institution of higher education will be accepted for transfer grade entry into the student records database. o o Official transcripts are those sent directly from the sending institution s registrar s office to the Office of Student Affairs of the receiving SCLTC campus. Do not accept transcripts stamped Issued to Student. Authenticity checks of official transcripts must be performed by Student Affairs. The signature on transcripts received and the date of issue must be checked. A statement regarding authenticity of signature is usually printed on the transcript. The authenticity of the paper on which the transcript is printed should be checked. The color of the paper and authenticity test is usually printed on the transcript. The institution s school seal or a statement regarding the seal is usually printed on the front of the transcript. 10

18 Transfer Grades Entered on Student Records o Courses with course numbers beginning with a zero (0) are developmental or remedial and may be accepted as transfer credit and utilized for program placement purposes. o o o Course credits of transfer students who hold a bachelor s degree or higher do not have to be entered into the student records database unless these credits are being applied toward an SCLTC credential. Courses in which the transfer student earned a grade of A through C or P/S may be considered for credit toward an SCLTC credential and must be entered into the student records database. Non-traditional credits (military credit, Life Experience Credit, CLEP exams) that have been granted by another accredited institution of higher education may be considered by SCLTC for credit toward a credential and must be entered into the student records database. Nontraditional credits are entered with a P grade, no credits attempted, and no quality points assigned. Appropriate credits earned are entered. o Credit hours earned by a student accepted toward a credential at the receiving campus and should be in the student records database of the receiving campus. Enrollment Requirements for Non-Degree Seeking Applicant Complete a SA.200_Application for Admission prior to admission. The application must be accompanied by the non-refundable application fee. Provide proof of state required immunizations if born after 1956 or provide an exemption from immunization form. Health Occupations students may not be able to provide an exemption form for certain immunizations due to licensing board requirements. Prior to enrollment in any general education course, take the SCLTC Placement Test and meet the required scores, unless exempted by approved test scores that are less than 3 years old. If required, register for the Selective Service prior to enrollment (as per Louisiana Revised Statute 17:3151) A non-degree seeking student is not required to demonstrate ability to benefit for admission. It is recommended that a non-degree seeking student declare a degree/diploma/certificate after earning at least eleven (11) credit hours. A student changing from non-degree seeking status to degree/diploma/certificate seeking status must meet, at the time of program change, all requirements for the occupational program in which he/she is seeking admission. Program Admission Requirements and Limitations All applicants seeking admission into any Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS) or Technical Diploma (TD) program must meet any program admission requirements as defined by a regulatory or accrediting agency. All applicants seeking admission into an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree program must be a graduate of an approved school of secondary education, have earned a High School Equivalency Test from an approved school of secondary education, or must demonstrate the Ability to Benefit, and meet 11

19 any program admission requirements as defined by a regulatory or accrediting agency of the program. Program admission requirements for SCLTC s Associate of Applied Science degree programs are described below: Admission Requirements (AAS): Process Technology Student must take COMPASS test and achieve appropriate AAS level placement scores as defined by the Louisiana Board of Regents, OR Student must present appropriate scores on any of the tests that are approved as an SCLTC placement exam (SAT, ACT, COMPASS, ASSET) taken within the last 3 years. Student cannot enroll in ENGL 1015 (English Composition) or higher level English until appropriate Developmental Reading and Developmental English courses have been successfully completed. Successful completion is represented by a grade of C or higher. Student cannot enroll in MATH 1015 (College Algebra) or higher level math until the appropriate Developmental Math courses have been successfully completed. Successful completion is represented by a grade of C or higher. Student must be enrolled as a Non Degree Seeking student until all Developmental courses have been successfully completed. Successful completion is represented by a grade of C or higher. Admission Requirements (AAS): Surgical Technology Student must take COMPASS test and achieve appropriate AAS level placement scores as defined by the Louisiana Board of Regents, OR Student must present appropriate scores on any of the tests that are approved as an SCLTC placement exam (SAT, ACT, COMPASS, ASSET) taken within the last 3 years. If the student does not achieve appropriate level AAS scores or does not present successful test scores on a SCLTC approved placement exam, the student WILL NOT be allowed to enroll in the Surgical Technology program. Admission Requirements (AAS): Business Office Administration, Industrial Instrumentation, Industrial Maintenance Technology, Marine Transportation and Process Production Technology-Gulf of Mexico Student must take COMPASS test and achieve appropriate AAS level placement scores as defined by the Louisiana Board of Regents, OR Student must present appropriate scores on any of the tests that are approved as an SCLTC placement exam (SAT, ACT, COMPASS, ASSET) taken within the last 3 years. If the student does not achieve appropriate level AAS placement scores or does not present successful test scores on an SCLTC approved placement exam; the student will be placed in the Technical Diploma degree option until admissions requirements for the AAS degree have been satisfied. Student may be enrolled as a degree-seeker in the Technical Diploma option awaiting transition to the AAS degree program. 12

20 Completion of appropriate Developmental Education courses DOES NOT guarantee admission to the AAS program. A student must still meet the AAS placement scores set forth by the Board of Regents. Admission of Dual Enrolled High School Students Eligibility for College Admission of Dual Enrolled High School Students High school students, who receive training on-site at an SCLTC campus, must be at least 17 years of age OR high school classification should be at the junior or senior level. The total number of admissions on-site will be determined by specific program capacities. Dual Enrolled high school students must have the approval of the high school principal or counselor and parent or guardian prior to college admission. High school students must meet college admission requirements and any special requirements for the program in which they are seeking admission. Dual-enrolled high school students cannot be classified as a freshmen or first-time entry until after they have graduated from high school or have exited the high school setting. Limitations of dual enrolled high school students Dual enrolled high school students are not eligible for Title IV funds. Dual enrolled high school students are not eligible for admission into Associate degree programs. Dual enrolled high school students who are receiving instruction in SCLTC courses at the high school site cannot be concurrently enrolled with adults at that same high school site unless the high school site is an approved COE Instructional Service Center. Dual enrolled high school students will not be classified as first-time entry freshmen. They must be high school graduates or have received a High School Equivalency Test prior to being classified as first-time freshmen. Dual enrolled students should be classified as High School students during their first semester of enrollment. During subsequent semesters of enrollment they may be classified as continuing or returning in the student database. Admission as Certificate or Technical Diploma Seeking Student Dual enrolled high school students are limited to college admission in Certificate or Technical Diploma programs that do not require a high school diploma or High School Equivalency Test for admission. Prior to initial college admission and with any break in a regular semester of enrollment (excluding summer); dual enrolled high school students must submit a completed SA.200C_High School Student Dual Enrollment Form. Unless exempted by an official Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the application must be accompanied by the non-refundable applicable fee. Prior to initial college admission to a Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS) or Technical Diploma (TD) program, dual enrolled high school students must demonstrate an ability to benefit. a. For admission purposes, a student may be determined to have the ability to benefit (ATB) from the education or training offered by the institution. SCLTC utilizes the ATB scores published by the U.S. Department of Education 13

21 (USDOE) to determine ability to benefit for applicants seeking enrollment in its training program. ATB may be accomplished also by the satisfactory (C or better) completion of six credit hours of coursework applicable toward a degree or certificate offered by SCLTC. o o For admission purposes, SCLTC accepts scores on any of the tests that are approved as a placement exam (SAT, ACT, ASSET, COMPASS) taken within the last three (3) years. Applicants to programs with the terminal exit of Technical Competency Area are not required to prove an ability to benefit. Provide proof of state required immunizations if born after 1956 or provide an exemption from immunization form. Health Occupations students may not be able to provide an exemption form for certain immunizations due to licensing board requirements. Continuing Status of Dual Enrolled High School Students Dual enrolled high school students who continue enrollment in the same program without a break in a regular semester of enrollment (excluding summers) must submit a completed SA.200C_High School Student Dual Enrollment Form prior to the beginning of subsequent semesters of enrollment. Dual enrolled high school students who continue enrollment without a break in a regular semester of enrollment (excluding summers) but who wish to change programs must submit a completed a SA.200C_High School Student Dual Enrollment Form and an approved AA.009_Request for Program Change Form prior to the beginning of the subsequent semester of enrollment. Students changing programs must meet all requirements for the program in which they are seeking admission. Provisions of Returning Prior returning to college, dual enrolled high school students must submit a completed SA.200C_High School Student Dual Enrollment Form before the beginning of the semester for which returning is sought. The application may be accompanied by applicable nonrefundable application fee. Certificate and Technical Diploma seeking dual enrolled high school students who do not attend for one regular semester (Fall or Spring) will be returning under the curriculum in effect at the time of re-admission. Dual enrolled high school students who are returning under a different program/major from their initial college admission must meet all program requirements for admission to that program. To be eligible for unconditional returning, dual enrolled high school students must have earned at least a cumulative grade point average on all work attempted, both at the SCLTC and at all other colleges and universities attended. If this condition is not satisfied, applicants for re-admission will be re-admitted on academic probation. Dual enrolled high school students admitted on academic probation must earn a semester grade point average of or higher during the incoming semester of enrollment in order to enroll in 14

22 ADMISSIONS PROCEDURES A high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma (GED) is a requirement for admission into Practical Nursing, 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. Prior to the beginning of the semester for which admission is sought, applicants for all programs must complete a formal application for admission. A non-refundable application fee must also be included. An official high school transcript is required for applicants seeking a Certificate of Technical Studies or above. If a campus is unable to access STS (State Transcript System) data, then applicant must provide the campus with an official transcript. If the student graduated ten (10) or more years ago, he/she may provide the high school diploma for photocopying. GED/HSE recipients may bring in the original certificate or scores to be photocopied by the Student Affairs office. Applicants must take the COMPASS placement test which is given at each campus on regularly scheduled dates. The $30 testing fee is non-refundable. An applicant is exempt from the placement test if appropriate ACT/SAT scores have been obtained in the last three (3) years or if the applicant already has a Bachelor s Degree from an accredited college or university (official transcript must be provided). The purpose of the test is to assist the applicant in personal career/occupational planning. A placement test score is required for entrance to all Certificate of Technical Studies, Diploma, and Associate Degree programs. 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 and Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree programs DO have required minimum scores prior to enrollment. Requests for scores must be made through the Office of Student Affairs. Applicants must also provide proof of state-required immunizations if born after If required, applicants must register for selective service prior to enrollment. To qualify for in-state tuition, applicants for all programs must present proof of Louisiana residency. The most common documents are one of the following: Louisiana Driver s License Louisiana Voter Registration Louisiana Vehicle Registration Louisiana Income Tax Return 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 to ensure each student is placed in an occupational program compatible with his/her individual aptitudes/interests, as well as one that will lead to successful completion. Upon submission of application and placement testing, each applicant is advised with reference to programs offered and test results. 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. 15

23 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, and/or other applicable funding sources for secondary students. 4. Continuing education or specialized training classes are available for credit or noncredit at all SCLTC campuses. ORIENTATION In order to acquaint the applicants with the policies and procedures of the college, program orientation is required prior to beginning a program and attending classes. CURRICULUM OPTION A student must meet the requirements of the current curriculum in effect at the time of enrollment. SCLTC does not accept transfer credit older than five years. Transferable General Education credits are valid for life. Transferable General Education courses include, but not limited to, College Algebra, English Composition, Physical Science, Introduction to Public Speaking, and Psychology. 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. COSTS OF TRAINING COURSE OFFERINGS Courses offerings vary at each campus by semester based on students needs and availability of qualified faculty and staff. Curriculum and course descriptions are available via the SCLTC website at 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. These cost sheets may be printed from the SCLTC website at PLACEMENT TESTING/ENTRANCE EXAMS A testing fee of $30.00 and an one-time application fee of $5.00 are due and payable on the date the entrance test is given. 16

24 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. Tuition is due before the first day of class each semester or prior to the beginning of a class if it starts later in the semester. 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 & Fees SPRING SUMMER FALL Student Tuition Academic Operational ERP Technol Build In State Credit Hours Services Excellence Fee Fee FEE ogy Fee Total 1 $2.00 $ $7.00 $3.00 $3.00 $5.00 $4.00 $ $4.00 $ $14.00 $6.00 $6.00 $10.00 $8.00 $ $6.00 $ $21.00 $9.00 $9.00 $15.00 $12.00 $ $8.00 $ $28.00 $12.00 $12.00 $20.00 $16.00 $ $10.00 $ $35.00 $15.00 $15.00 $25.00 $20.00 $ $12.00 $ $42.00 $18.00 $18.00 $30.00 $24.00 $ $14.00 $ $49.00 $21.00 $21.00 $35.00 $28.00 $ $16.00 $ $56.00 $24.00 $24.00 $40.00 $32.00 $ $18.00 $ $63.00 $27.00 $27.00 $45.00 $36.00 $ $20.00 $ $70.00 $30.00 $30.00 $50.00 $40.00 $1, $22.00 $ $77.00 $33.00 $33.00 $55.00 $44.00 $1, ormore $24.00 $ $84.00 $36.00 $36.00 $60.00 $48.00 $1, Student Government Association (SGA) 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. Out of State $ $ $ $1, $1, $1, $1, $2, $2, $2, $2, $3, PLATO ACCESS FEES: Reading ($75 per course) Language ($75 per course) Science ($75 per course) Math ($75 per course) Work Keys ($50 all parts) 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, online, or vendor of their choice. Additional information regarding types of books can be obtained from program advisor. SUPPLIES Students are expected to provide their own basic supplies such as notebooks, paper, pens, and pencils. The instructor will inform the student of the supplies that are required for each course. To maximize the learning experience, it is highly recommended that all supplies be purchased prior to attending class. Students may purchase supplies from a vendor of their choice within the requirements of the course. Additional information regarding types of supplies can be obtained from program advisor. 17