ACADEMIC CALENDAR. Program and Course Information Application Process Institute Regulations

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1 ACADEMIC CALENDAR Program and Course Information Application Process Institute Regulations

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Find Out More 2 Get More Support At BVC 3 Directory 4 Important Notice and Disclaimer 4 Important College Dates 5 Career Programs at a Glance 6 English Language Proficiency Requirements 8 Application Process 9 Tuition, Fees And Refunds 14 Course Registration 15 School of Business 17 Business Administration Diploma 18 Interior Decorating Diploma 21 Legal Assistant Diploma 22 Administrative Professional Certificate 24 Business Administration Certificate 25 Dental Business Assistant Certificate 26 Hospital Unit Clerk Certificate 27 Human Resources Certificate 28 Medical Office Assistant Certificate 29 Veterinary Office Assistant Certificate 30 School of Business Course Descriptions 31 Health Care 41 Health Care Aide Certificate (Full-Time) 42 Health Care Aide Certificate (Part-Time) 43 Health Care Aide Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition 43 Nutrition Manager Certificate 44 Pharmacy Technician Diploma 45 Pharmacy Technician Bridging Courses 46 Practical Nurse Diploma 47 Alternate Pathways 48 Health Care Aide Bridging to Practical Nurse Diploma Program 48 Practical Nurse Diploma for Internationally Educated Nurses 48 Aboriginal Practical Nurse Diploma 50 Recreation Therapy Aide Certificate 50 Health Care Course Descriptions 51 Justice 57 Justice Studies Diploma: Correctional Studies Specialization 58 Justice Studies Diploma: Law Enforcement Specialization 59 Justice Studies Diploma: Youth Justice Specialization 60 Justice Studies Course Descriptions 62 Human Services 67 Aboriginal Addictions Services Counselling Certificate 68 Aboriginal Addictions Services Counselling Diploma 68 Disability Studies Certificate 70 Disability Studies Diploma 71 Early Learning and Child Care Certificate 72 Early Learning and Child Care Diploma 73 Education Assistant Certificate 75 Human Services Course Descriptions 76 Academic Upgrading 83 High School Upgrading 84 High School Aboriginal Program 87 GED 87 Literacy, Numeracy and Essential Skills 88 Apprenticeship Exam Preparation 90 Artstream 90 Academic Upgrading Course Descriptions 92 English Language Learning 97 English for Academic Purposes 98 Corporate Readiness Training 98 Success in the Workplace 99 International Education 103 Distributed and Rural Learning Sites 109 Employment Services 113 Academic Policies 119

3 Any time. Any place. Any path. Any pace. At Bow Valley College, we appreciate that learners lead busy lives. This is why we take a flexible approach to your education, one that is responsive to your needs and learning style. We have put together options that allow our 14,000+ learners to study with us full-time, part-time, in-class, online, or in a blended format. Whatever options you choose, our faculty and staff are here to support you through your studies and help you shine in your career path as you return to learning again and again. We re forming learning partnerships for life, which are about personal and professional renewal, when you need it and on your terms: any time, any place, any path, and any pace. We are here for you. Bow Valley College s fast-track career programs in business, administration, health care, human services, and justice studies get you into the workplace, faster. And with work placements in most career programs you graduate fully prepared for the world of work. You ll also find programs in English Language Learning, High School Upgrading, and diverse continuing education options. With our new downtown campus setting the standard, we offer learners bright, dynamic, and engaging classroom, lab, and study settings at our locations across southern Alberta. In downtown Calgary, we are on the CTrain line and situated at the gateway to the East Village, so access is easy whether you are coming from afar or from a nearby office tower. At Bow Valley College, we welcomed the University of Lethbridge, Olds College, and Athabasca University to join us on our campus to create a dynamic and student-centred learning community. This unique collaboration means that students have even more choices, all from one location and supported by one service system. We re so pleased to know that you re considering Bow Valley College. Whether you join us in person in Calgary, at one of our other 20 locations in Southern Alberta, or online (through Bow Valley College and ecampusalberta, you can choose from more than 70 career programs and 900 courses online!), we re committed to your success. Feel free to contact our Prospective Student Centre at or them at recruiting@bowvalleycollege.ca. They ll be happy to answer any questions about your Bow Valley College education. 1 Signed on behalf of Sharon Carry Sharon Carry, AOE President and CEO, Bow Valley College BOWVALLEYCOLLEGE.CA

4 2 FIND OUT MORE If you are not sure what program is right for you and would like more information, or if you have questions about how to apply, the Prospective Student Centre is here to help. Specially trained BVC representatives will provide you with program and admission information, and can assist you in completing your BVC application. STUDENT FOR A DAY Test drive your future as a Student for a Day. Attend classes in your area of interest and meet other students and the staff who can pave the way to your personal success and new career. CAMPUS TOURS We can customize a tour of our campus based on your needs and areas of interest. We are happy to accommodate a tour for you or your group. INFORMATION REQUESTS The Bow Valley College Viewbook and program information are available to assist you free of charge. Individual print packages are also available for students inquiring about specific programs. PRESENTATIONS/INFORMATION SESSIONS Our Prospective Student Centre staff deliver presentations on Bow Valley College s programs and services to a variety of audiences. Contact us to set up a customized presentation for your high school, organization or event. Prospective Student Centre Regular Hours: 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. (Mon. Fri.) Phone: info@bowvalleycollege.ca 1st Floor, South Campus OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR AND ENROLMENT SERVICES The Office of the Registrar and Enrolment Services assists students through all phases of their academic journey. This includes: Applications and Admissions Cashier services Student Advising Admissions Testing ID Cards Admissions/Registration/Transcripts Prior Learning Assessments and Transfer Credit Phone: st Floor, South Campus Regular Hours 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. (Mon. Thu.) 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. (Fri.) Call Centre Hours 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. (Mon. Thu.) 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. (Fri.) Summer Hours 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. (Mon. Thu.) 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. (Fri.) Student Funding Advisors (Alberta Works) Regular Hours 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. (Mon. Wed., Fri.) Note: Advisors are not available on Thursdays THE COLLEGE IS CLOSED ON ALL STATUTORY HOLIDAYS FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL BOWVALLEYCOLLEGE.CA

5 GET MORE SUPPORT AT BVC BVC INIIKOKAAN (BUFFALO LODGE) ABORIGINAL CENTRE The Centre provides Aboriginal students with academic and financial information, First Nations Band funding information, and supports geared for program success. Our gathering place provides cultural, physical, emotional and spiritual support through the following: Cultural Resource Elder Advising, Consultations & Spirituality Ceremonial Smudge Culturally Relevant Speakers & Info Sessions Gathering Place for Study Advocacy for First Nations band & Metis educational sponsorship Aboriginal Scholarship & Bursary info Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. (Mon. Fri.) Phone: Director: nd Floor, South Campus INTERCULTURAL CENTRE: CENTRE FOR EXCELLENCE IN IMMIGRANT AND INTERCULTURAL ADVANCEMENT The Intercultural Centre provides a signature location from which the Centre for Excellence in Immigrant and Intercultural Advancement celebrates and promotes the Diversity Advantage to all students, faculty, staff and the broader community. Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. (Mon. Fri.) Phone: rd Floor, North Campus INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION OFFICE International Students can access a range of services including: Navigating Immigration Information Academic Advising Cultural Counselling Health Insurance Social and Recreational Events Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. (Mon. Fri.) Phone: nd Floor, South Campus LEARNER SUCCESS SERVICES Learner Success Services provides services that support academic and personal success. Assistance is provided for money matters, study skills, academic accommodations, stress, health, career planning, and leadership development. Learner Success Services offers outreach through student events like orientation, welcome week, services expos, and workshops. Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. (Mon./Tue./Fri) 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Wed./Thu.) 1st Floor, South Campus Phone: bowvalleycollege.ca/lss Career Services Career Services provides career advising and job search skill development to help you choose the right program and find a job when you graduate. Phone: Counselling Services Get career, academic, and life counselling and support during a personal, school, or emotional crisis. This includes: Personal Counselling Academic Counselling Career Counselling Small Group and Individual Consultation Workshops and Info Sessions Accessibility Services offers assistance if you have a disability or require help with learning strategies and academic accommodations. Some of the services available to eligible students may include: Counselling and assistance for students struggling with difficulties in class or in the program Assistance with study skills and learning strategies Academic and exam accommodations Assistive Technology services and support Sign language interpreting for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students Education supports Learning Strategist, Academic Aide, Tutor, Note Takers 3 BOWVALLEYCOLLEGE.CA

6 4 Financial Aid and Student Awards Provides learners with all Student Loan services and supports from application to repayment. The Financial Aid Office also provides budget coaching and money management education, tools, and resources. Financial Aid Phone: Student Awards Provides learners with an awards program offering more than half a million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries each year. The Student Awards Office also facilitates emergency financial assistance. Student Awards Phone: Student Health Services Registered nurses provide free, confidential care including health education and nurse, to registered learners. Phone: Student Affairs Student Affairs provides student life opportunities on campus, including New Student Orientation, Learning Boot Camp, the Leadership Experience and Development series, and volunteer opportunities. Phone: Tutorial Services Services include one-on-one or group tutoring and workshops. Most of these are available free of cost. DIRECTORY BVC Switchboard Toll Free TTY Office of the Registrar Prospective Student Centre Registration, Payments, and General Information Learner Success Services Alumni Relations Career Services Counselling Services Accessibility Services Financial Aid Scholarships & Awards Student Affairs Other Frequently Called Areas Iniikokaan Aboriginal Centre Bookstore International Education MyBVC/Desire2Learn Help Desk Students Association If you are looking for a specific department or Bow Valley College service, please call the main switchboard at or visit bowvalleycollege.ca RGO LIBRARY AND LEARNING COMMONS The RGO Library and Learning Commons includes: Library and Information Services, Testing Services, Learner Technology Support, and other supports for your studies including: Computers Printing Study tables Audiovisual viewing Group work rooms Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. (Mon Thu) 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. (Fri) 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. (Sat) Phone: st Floor, North Campus IMPORTANT NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER: Information and material in the Bow Valley College Academic Calendar is compiled by academic departments and administrative offices. It is important for students to familiarize themselves with the general college information, rules, guidelines and policies to ensure students make informed decisions about their education. Every reasonable effort is made to ensure information is accurate and correct at the time of publication. Bow Valley College reserves the right to make changes contained in the Academic Calendar in either electronic or printed form and will provide as much notice as administratively possible to students about such changes. Because policies, regulations, deadlines and other information are updated from time to time, there may be changes that are not reflected in the Academic Calendar. Be sure to check the Bow Valley College Website ( for the most up to date and accurate information. Please note that by registering with the College each student has agreed to and is bound by the regulations and policies of the college and of the program in which they are enrolled in. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL

7 IMPORTANT COLLEGE DATES Please note: Dates are subject to change. FALL TERM 2015 June 15 July 2 August 26 August 28 August 31 September 7 September 8* September 8* October 2 October 7 October 12 October 21 November 11 December 11 December 18 Dec. 24 Jan. 1 Online registration opens for ongoing students. Online registration opens for new students. New Student Orientation Fee Deadline for Fall Term Commencement of Fall Term Labour Day College Closed Drop deadline: Last day to cancel/drop from courses in the current term and be eligible for 100% tuition refund, excluding the confirmation fee. Transfer Credit submission deadline. Last day to submit Health and Dental waivers Independent Study Day No Classes Thanksgiving Day College Closed Withdrawal deadline for full-time programs: Last day to withdraw from a course in the current term and receive a W grade. Withdrawals after this date will result in a WF grade. Remembrance Day College Closed Last day of Fall Term (Post-secondary programs) Last day of Fall Term (ELL and Upgrading programs) Holiday Break College Closed WINTER TERM 2016 October 15 Online registration opens for ongoing students. November 2 Online registration opens for new students. January 5 New Student Orientation January 6 Fee deadline for Winter Term January 7 Commencement of Winter Term January 14* Drop deadline: Last day to cancel/drop from courses in the current term and be eligible for 100% tuition refund, excluding the confirmation fee January 14* Transfer Credit submission deadline. February 7 Last day to submit Health and Dental waiver form February 15 Family Day College closed February 28 Withdrawal deadline for full-time programs: Last day to withdraw from a course in the current term and receive a W grade. Withdrawals after this date will result in a WF grade. March 16 Independent Study Day No Classes March 25 Good Friday College closed March 28 Easter Monday College closed April 20 Last day of Winter term (Post-secondary programs) April 27 Last day of Winter term (ELL and Upgrading programs) SPRING TERM 2016 February 16 Online registration opens for ongoing students. March 1 Online registration opens for new students. April 27 New Student Orientation May 2 Fee deadline for Spring Term May 3 Commencement of Spring/Summer Term May 12* Drop deadline: Last day to cancel/drop from courses in the current term and be eligible for 100% tuition refund, excluding the confirmation fee. May 12* Transfer Credit submission deadline. May 23 Victoria Day College Closed June 24 Withdrawal deadline for full-time programs: Last day to withdraw from a course in the current term and receive a W grade. Withdrawals after this date will result in a WF grade. July 1 Canada Day College Closed July 8 Stampede Parade No classes in morning August 1 Heritage Day College Closed August 15 Last day of Spring/Summer term (Post-secondary programs) August 22 Last day of Spring/Summer term (ELL and Upgrading programs) * Date under review. 5 BOWVALLEYCOLLEGE.CA

8 CAREER PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE (Information subject to change) Chiu School of Business 6 PROGRAM ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 1 LENGTH START DATES 3 Administration Professional Certificate Business Administration Certificate Business Administration Diploma: Accounting, Events Management, Financial Services, General Business, Global Tourism, Human Resources, Marketing, Public Relations, Insurlance & Risk Management Dental Business Assistant Certificate Hospital Unit Clerk Certificate Human Resources Management Certificate Credit in English 30-1 or 30-2 or equivalent AND credit in Math 30-1 or 30-2 or equivalent OR: GED scores 4 or BVC Admission Test results may be considered Credit in English 30-1 or English 30-2 or equivalent A ND credit in Math 30-1 or 30-2 or equivalent OR: GED 4 scores or BVC Admission Test results may be considered Same as requirements for Business Administration Certificate program, above Same as requirements for Administrative Professional Certificate program, above Same as requirements for Administrative Professional Certificate program, above Same as requirements for Business Administration Diploma, above 2 terms+ optional work exp. Fall, Winter Also available online 2 terms+ optional work exp. Fall, Winter Also available online 4 terms+ optional work exp. Fall, Winter Also available online 2 terms+ optional work exp. Fall, Winter 2 terms+ optional work exp. Fall, Winter Also available online 2 terms+ optional work exp. Fall, Winter Also available online and through Regional Stewardship Interior Decorating Diploma Same as requirements for Interior Decorating Certificate 4 terms+ optional work exp. Fall Legal Assistant Diploma Medical Office Assistant Certificate Veterinary Office Assistant Certificate Minimum final mark of 60% in English 30-1 or English 30-2 AND credit in Math 10C (excluding Math 10-4 and Math 16 levels) Same as requirements for Administrative Professional Certificate program, above Same as requirements for Administrative Professional Certificate program, above 2 terms+ optional work exp. Fall, Winter Also available online 2 terms+ optional work exp. Fall, Winter Also available online and through Regional Stewardship 2 terms+ optional work exp. Fall, Winter 1 Academic Requirements are subject to change; see the full program listing at bowvalleycollege.ca for a complete list of non-academic program requirements. Applicants whose first language is NOT English must also demonstrate English Language Proficiency. For more information, please refer to the English Language Proficiency Requirements on page 8 (also online: bowvalleycollege.ca/language-req) 2 See bowvalleycollege.ca for exact program start dates. 3 For exact GED score requirements, see bowvalleycollege.ca 4 See bowvalleycollege.ca for options for students with previous post-secondary studies (i.e. Practical Nurse for Internationally Educated Nurses, Health Care Aide Bridging to Practical Nurse, etc). FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL

9 School of Health, Justice, and Human Services PROGRAM ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 1 LENGTH START DATES 3 Aboriginal Addictions Services Counselling Certificate Aboriginal Addictions Services Counselling Diploma Disability Studies Certificate Credit in English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2 or equivalent OR: GED scores 4 or BVC Admission Test results may be considered Credit in English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2 or equivalent OR: GED scores 4 or BVC Admission Test results may be considered Credit in English 30-1 OR: 60% in English 30-2 or equivalent OR: GED scores 4 or BVC Admission Test results may be considered OR: successful completion of nine one-credit Support Strategies courses, followed by six credits in Disability Studies courses, for a total of 15 credits 2 terms Fall 4 terms Fall 2 terms Fall Disability Studies Diploma Same as requirements for Disability Studies Certificate, above 4 terms Fall 7 Early Learning and Child Care Certificate Early Learning and Child Care Diploma Education Assistant Certificate Health Care Aide Certificate Justice Studies Diploma: Correctional Studies, Law Enforcement, Youth Justice Nutrition Manager Certificate Pharmacy Technician Diploma Credit in English 30-1 or 30-2 or equivalent OR: GED 4 scores or BVC Admission Test results may be considered OR: completion of nine, one-credit Support Strategy courses and 6 credits in Early Learning Child Care for a total of 15 credits Same as requirements for Early Learning and Child Care Certificate program, above Same as requirements for Aboriginal Addictions Services Counselling program, above Credit in English 10-1 or 10-2 or equivalent OR: GED scores 4 or BVC Admission Test results may be considered High school diploma with credit in English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2 or equivalent OR: GED scores 4 or BVC Admission Test results may be considered Credit in English 30-1 or 30-2 and Math 20-1, 20-2, 20-3 or equivalent OR: Successful completion of the General Equivalency Development (GED) test with a standard score of 520 in Language Arts: Reading and Writing and a score of 480 in Math OR: Minimum score of Level 3 in each domain (reading, document use and numeracy) on the Test of Workplace Essential (TOWES) or alternate assessment as approved by department. High School Diploma or equivalent AND: Minimum 65% in English 30-1 or 30-2 or equivalent AND: 60% in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or equivalent AND: 60% in Biology 30 or equivalent AND: 60% in Chemistry 30 or equivalent AND: 70% on the Math Skills Assessment AND: 30 words per minute in Keyboarding Skills Assessment Practical Nurse Diploma 4 Minimum final mark of 60% in English 30-1 or 70% in English 30-2 or equivalent AND: credit in Math 20-1 or a minimum final mark of 60% in Math 20-2 or equivalent AND: minimum final mark of 60% in Biology 30 or a minimum final mark of 60% in Anatomy and Physiology (ANPH 150) at Bow Valley College or equivalent Recreation Therapy Aide Certificate Successful completion of a recognized Health Care Aide Certificate program equivalent and an official transcript AND: Current employment in the Health Care field (please submit documentation from your employer) 2 terms Fall, Winter Also available part-time 4 terms Fall, Winter Also available part-time 2 terms Fall 1 term Fall, Winter, Spring Also available part-time 4 terms Fall At your own pace (max. 3 yrs) Monthly intakes 4 terms Fall 4 terms Fall, Winter, Spring Also available part-time Fall only 4 terms Fall BOWVALLEYCOLLEGE.CA

10 ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS The following are the Language Proficiency Requirements for admission to Bow Valley College s career certificate and diploma programs. Please note these are not the complete admissions requirements for each program; for a complete list of academic and other admission requirements, please see the listing for that program. Applicants whose first language is NOT English must demonstrate ONE of the following: 8 PROGRAM Early Learning and Child Care Disability Studies Aboriginal Addictions Counselling Services Education Assistant Health Care Aide Business Administration Certificate Administrative Professional Business Administration (All specializations) Dental Business Assistant Hospital Unit Clerk Human Resources Interior Decorating Justice Studies Legal Assistant Medical Office Assistant Nutrition Manager Practical Nurse Veterinary Office Assistant Pharmacy Technician** (see below for more information) IELTS ACADEMIC (International English Language Testing System)* 5 with minimum band score of with minimum band score of 5 6 with minimum band score of with minimum band score of 6.0 TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)* ACADEMIC ENGLISH 2 ACADEMIC ENGLISH 1 CLB (Canadian Language Benchmarks) 53 Grade B 7 in each strand 71 Grade B n/a 8 in each strand 83 Grade B n/a 8 in each strand 91 with minimum scores Listening 21 Reading 22 Writing 25 Speaking 23 n/a n/a n/a Practical Nurse programs Listening 7.5 Reading 6.5 Writing Grade B n/a 8 in each strand Speaking 7.0 OR: Successful completion of an Alberta Education English Language Arts course that is consistent with the specified academic admission requirements for the Career Program; OR: Transcripts demonstrating successful completion of three years of full-time secondary education at a school where English was the language of instruction; OR: Transcripts demonstrating successful completion of one year of full-time post-secondary education at a school where English was the language of instruction. * IELTS (Academic) and TOEFL results are valid for two years from the day of testing. Results that expire prior to the Start Date of the program cannot be accepted. Official results must be submitted. **Pharmacy Technician Proof of English Proficiency is required for all applicants who have not graduated from a high school, university, community college, or private vocational college in Canada or the United States. The following English proficiency tests are also accepted for the Pharmacy Technician program: ūū MELAB: Overall score of 81, with a minimum score of 3+ in speaking, 80 in writing, 83 in reading, and 80 in listening ūū CanTEST: Minimum score of 4.5 in speaking, 4.0 in writing, 4.5 in reading, and 4.5 in listening FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL

11 APPLICATION PROCESS If you are a visitor permit, study permit, or work permit holder, or a refugee claimant you are considered an international student at Bow Valley College. Please refer to page 103 for information on the application process. HOW TO APPLY Applicants must complete an Application for Admission to Bow Valley College on pages 11, 12 and 13 of this Academic Calendar or online at bowvalleycollege.ca/apply and make payment using Visa or MasterCard. (Applicants may also choose the PAY LATER option and come in person to the Office of the Registrar with Cash, Debit, Cheque or Money Order.) A paper application form may also be mailed or faxed with a valid Visa or MasterCard number or cheque to: Mail: Bow Valley College Office of the Registrar, Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta T2G 4S6 Fax: In Person: Registrar s Office, 1st Floor, Avenue SE APPLICATION FEE $65.00 Domestic, $ International per application. Application fees are non-refundable, non-transferrable, and subject to change. Individuals registering for Continuing Education courses do not pay an application fee and should register online at at bowvalleycollege.ca/coned ALBERTA STUDENT NUMBER Applicants must have an Alberta Student Number (ASN) to apply to Bow Valley College. This number can be found or created at: education.alberta.ca/students/asn.aspx (applications submitted outside the Apply Alberta website without an Alberta Student Number will not be accepted). WHEN TO APPLY Most programs have a limited number of spaces available. Admission to a program is determined by the rule of first-come, first-qualified, first-accepted. Applications will not be processed until all required documentation is provided and/or admission requirements have been met and the file is deemed complete. Applicants who require funding assistance are encouraged to apply for funding four to six weeks in advance to ensure all necessary documents are submitted prior to the best before funding date. International applicants are advised to apply three to six months in advance in order to obtain a student visa and are encouraged to contact the International Education Office prior to application at: ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Bow Valley College admission requirements are designed to accommodate mature students. Applicants to Bow Valley College programs or courses must be 18 years of age or older, or able to demonstrate to the Registrar the maturity to benefit from a selected program of study. It is not mandatory to have a completed high school diploma to apply to programs or courses at Bow Valley College. Admission requirements are listed under each specific program. Applicants should familiarize themselves with the specific requirements of the program they are applying to. In some cases, pre-program requirements or additional admission requirements are also listed. Applicants must provide proof of successful completion of the admission requirements or proof of current registration in pre-requisite courses for the programs selected. Applicants whose first language is not English must also fulfill the English Proficiency Requirements to the program applied for prior to final acceptance. OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS Applicants must: Arrange for an official copy of any high school transcripts Arrange for an official copy of transcripts from each post-secondary institution attended Transcripts received by Bow Valley College become the property of Bow Valley College and will not be photocopied or printed for the student or forwarded to other institutions. An exception to copy originals may be made for applicants educated outside of Canada who receive only one set of original official transcripts. Evaluation of academic documents will only be assessed for Bow Valley College applicants. In some cases, applicants will be asked to write a placement test and/or attend an interview. As part of the online application process, applicants may choose the free electronic transcript transfer between institutions participating in Apply Alberta. Transcripts may be requested from Alberta Education (for high school transcripts) as well as from other post-secondary institutions currently using the Apply Alberta application site. Official transcripts must be: 1. Original academic documents bearing the seal and signature of the institution or agency, and 2. Mailed directly to Bow Valley College in a sealed envelope by the Office of the Registrar from the sending institution. To order a transcript online, visit their website: education.alberta.ca/ students/transcripts OUT OF PROVINCE HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS Visit the Alberta Innovation and Advanced Education website: 9 BOWVALLEYCOLLEGE.CA

12 10 FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS Applicants educated outside of Canada and applying to Bow Valley College for full-time career programs will be required to produce their original academic documents. Please contact the International Admissions Officer at for specific details. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic may be used for admission into most programs (only valid within a two-year period) to fulfill the English Proficiency Requirement. Note: Applicants to programs other than career programs at Bow Valley College may provide Unofficial Transcripts or Statements of Courses and Marks. PRE-PRACTICUM REQUIREMENTS Police Information Check (PIC) Some Bow Valley College programs include clinical placements in agencies where employers require a police information check. Results of this check may restrict opportunities for placement in a practicum. The PIC must be obtained before the start of the practicum and may need to be renewed more than once while enrolled in a program. Students are responsible to apply for and obtain their own PIC record and to understand the implications on work or clinical placement and licensure and/or employment prospects. In addition, applicants in some programs must request a Vulnerable Sector Screen on their PIC. Vulnerable Sector screening provides screening of individuals who intend on working or volunteering with the vulnerable sector. A vulnerable person is defined as a person who, because of their age, a disability, or other circumstances, whether temporary or permanent are (a) in a position of dependence on others or (b) are otherwise at a greater risk than the general population of being harmed by a person in a position or authority or trust relative to them. IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS FOR HEALTH CARE WORKERS PROGRAMS Some programs at Bow Valley College require students to have certain immunizations completed prior to the program s first clinical or work experience. These include: Practical Nurse Health Care Aide Hospital Unit Clerk Dental Business Assistant Medical Office Assistant Pharmacy Technician Veterinary Office Assistant Upon acceptance into a full- or part-time program, applicants will receive immunization information as part of their acceptance package. Applicants must follow the directions provided in this information. WAITING LISTS If a program or course is full, qualified applicants are automatically placed on the program or course waiting list. The wait list is determined by date of acceptance so early application is advised. Every effort is made to contact individuals if a space becomes available. Please be aware that other cancellations may result in short notice for full acceptance into a program, therefore applications for funding or financial support should be submitted early if applicable. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION Transfer Credit / Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR): Bow Valley College recognizes applicants with equivalent coursework completed at other recognized or accredited postsecondary institutions or with relevant work experience. Transfer Credit applications and information on completing a PLAR assessment are available at the Registrar s Office, and will be ed to accepted students. Learners with Disabilities: Learners requiring academic accommodations must contact the Learner Success Services at least four months prior to the commencement of their scheduled classes at Bow Valley College to establish an academic accommodation plan. Reasonable effort will be made to provide suitable academic accommodation; however there is no guarantee that services will be available and it is possible that in order to provide required accommodation, we may have to defer start dates. While BVC will attempt to facilitate all learner requests for accommodation, please be advised that there is a current shortage of sign language interpreters. Student for a Day/Tours: Prospective applicants have the opportunity to spend a day attending classes and meeting students and instructors in their area of interest. Prospective applicants may also participate in a tour of the Campus based on need and area of interest. For more information on Student for a Day or a campus tour, please contact the Prospective Student Centre at or recruiting@bowvalleycollege.ca. General Information: Applicants who would like more information about Bow Valley College programs or admission requirements before submitting an application are encouraged to contact the Prospective Student Centre in person, by phone , or by info@bowvalleycollege.ca Questions or assistance with this application can be directed to the Prospective Student Centre or by info@ bowvalleycollege.ca FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL

13 APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION APPLY ONLINE BOWVALLEYCOLLEGE.CA/APPLY FOR OFFICE USE ONLY STUDENT ID PERSONAL INFORMATION (Please print clearly) Legal First Name Middle/Second Name Legal Last Name Previous Legal Last Name (if applicable) Date of Birth: d d m m y y y y Gender: Male Female Undisclosed/Other If you wish to declare Aboriginal ancestry, please specify: Status Indian/First Nations Non-status Indian/First Nations Métis Inuit 11 PROGRAM/COURSE Program/course applied for (Please print clearly) Delivery Method: Full-time Part-time Online Distance/homestudy Start Date: (please specify date) Location of Program Calgary Other (please specify location) If applying for the International ESL program, how many terms are you applying for? Have you previously attended or applied to a Bow Valley College Career Program or Continuing Education course? Yes No Alberta Student Number (ASN) - Mandatory for all applicants If yes: Bow Valley College Student Number To request or look up your ASN, visit ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Marital Status Single Married Other In the previous 12 months, I lived: In Alberta First Language: In another province specify province Country of Residency: Outside Canada specify country In the past 12 months, I was: A Student Employed Unemployed Other Citizenship Information International Student Information Country of Citizenship Canadian Citizen Refugee Claimant Landed Immigrant (Permanent Resident) Student Permit (Student Visa) Work Permit Visitor Visa Visa Permit no. Agent Name (Anticipated) Date of Entry into Canada Visa/Permit Issue Date Visa/Permit Expiry Date (dd/mm/yy) BOWVALLEYCOLLEGE.CA page 1/3

14 APPLICANT CONTACT INFORMATION Home Address (this address will be used for all communication from the College) Postal Code City Province/State Country Mailing Address (if different) Postal Code 12 City Province/State Country Primary Phone Alternative Phone Applicant Address (required) Alternate Address ACADEMIC HISTORY High School / Secondary School Institution Name City Province/State Country Start Date: d d m m y y End Date: d d m m y y Last Grade/Year Completed Credential Received Post-Secondary Academic History (College/University) Institution Name City Province/State Country Start Date: d d m m y y End Date: d d m m y y Academic Title Date Credential Issued: d d m m y y Highest Level Achieved: Certificate Applied Degree Masters Journeyman Diploma yrs Bachelor Degree Doctoral Other page 2/3

15 Payment Options for Application Fee (note: Application Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable) Cash Wire Transfer Certified Cheque Amount Authorized Visa Mastercard Domestic $65 International $130 Expiry Date (mm/yy): Security Code (back of card) Name on Credit Card (Please Print) Signature of Cardholder: How did you hear about Bow Valley College? Recruitment/Career Fair Advertisements Agent Name Friend/Relative Trade Show High School Counsellor BVC Alumni Current BVC Student Course Guide Internet (please specify website) 13 Applying for someone else? If you are submitting this form for an applicant, with their permission, please provide your contact information. Contact First Name Relationship to the Applicant Contact Last Name Contact Phone Contact Address Alternate Address Address / Business Address City Province Postal Code Aboriginal Statement Alberta Advanced Education and Technology is collecting this personal information pursuant to section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy (FOIP) Act as the information relates directly to and is necessary to meet its mandate and responsibilities to measure system effectiveness over time and develop policies, programs and services to improve Aboriginal learner success. For further information or if you have questions regarding the collection activity, please contact the Office of the Director, Business Operations and Reporting, Post-secondary Excellence Division, Alberta Advanced Education and Technology, Street, Edmonton AB, T5J 4L5, (780) , or your institution s Registrar s Office. Declaration of Applicant I certify that I have read and understood all the instructions and information accompanying this application form and that all statements made in connection with this application are true and complete in all respects and that I have not withheld any relevant information. I understand that misrepresentation, falsification of documents, or withholding of requested information are serious offences which may result in the cancellation of my admission and/or registration at the College. I understand and agree that information about any falsification or misrepresentation may be released and exchanged with other post-secondary institutions. I understand that all documentation submitted in support of this or any subsequent application for admission, financial award or any related appeal or petition becomes the property of the College and will not be returned to me. Further, I agree to be bound by the College s policies, rules and regulations as may be amended from time to time. Date Signed: Applicant s Signature: Consent Regarding my Personal Information The personal information collected on this form or in conjunction with this form is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Alberta), Post-secondary Learning Act (Alberta), the Income Tax Act (Canada), the Canada Student Financial Assistance Act, the Canada Student Loans Act, and the Statistics Act (Canada). This personal information is required to administer my application and enrolment in courses and programs at Bow Valley College (the College ). The information will become part of my student record as an applicant, student, and/or alumnus and will be disclosed to relevant College departments for the purposes of administration of College policies, programs, services, planning, research, tax receipts, student follow-up information, recruitment activities, alumni programming, determining eligibility for scholarships/ awards and to Bow Valley College Students Association and contracted service providers as required in relation to such uses. I authorize the College to disclose or request information to and from the federal and provincial governments to meet reporting requirements and to determine eligibility for services and funding. I authorize the College to obtain my transcripts from Alberta Education, other Alberta post-secondary institutions, and ApplyAlberta institutions on my behalf and I authorize the College to send a copy of this consent, if required, to such institutions. For more information regarding the collection or use of your personal information, contact the Office of the Registrar at 345-6th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 4V1. Phone or toll-free in Alberta I hereby consent to the collection and disclosure of my personal information as described above. Date Signed: Applicant s Signature: BOWVALLEYCOLLEGE.CA

16 14 TUITION, FEES, AND REFUNDS Tuition and other student fees are normally published in March for the following academic year. For up-to-date tuition and fee information please see bowvalleycollege.ca/fees. To find Fee Deadlines, Cancellation Deadlines, Drop Deadlines, and Withdrawal Deadlines visit the Important College Dates section of this calendar (Page 5). Drop and withdrawal deadlines for specific courses are also available on mybvc.ca Paying your tuition Fee deadlines for each term are listed in the Important College Dates section of the calendar. Specific tuition fees are listed under the Tuition and Fees Schedule online at bowvalleycollege.ca/fees. Students can view their balance by visiting mybvc.ca. Tuition fees can be paid online by Visa or MasterCard via mybvc or in person at the Office of the Registrar (1st Floor, South Campus). Refunds Students withdrawing from a program or course may be eligible to receive a refund of their tuition based on the refund guidelines and fee schedule, provided there are no outstanding financial accounts and the student has followed the formal withdrawal/cancellation procedure of the College. Refunds are issued within two to three weeks of notification of student withdrawal or cancellation. Payments originally made by cash, cheque, debit, or money order are refunded via cheque. Payments originally made by Visa or MasterCard are refunded back to the credit card originally used for payment. Any outstanding fees will be deducted from the total refund amount. Confirmation fees are non-refundable. Please see the list of mandatory fees for other non-refundable fees available at bowvalleycollege.ca/fees Compassionate grounds may be considered with official documentation (i.e. medical certificate). Provide documentation to the Office of the Registrar and Enrolment Services. Important Information for Funded Students If funding is not approved, the student will be responsible for immediate payment of the entire balance of tuition and fees. Material fees are not paid directly to the College as part of Alberta Works funding. Students are to pay the materials fees by the fee deadline. Outstanding Fees/Accounts Unpaid or outstanding fees are subject to a late fee penalty, and may result in program/course withdrawal and denial of future registration, as well as denial of access to transcripts and certificates. Effective September 2, 2014, a $50 late payment fee may be charged on any overdue account. ABOUT YOUR FEES STUDENT SERVICES FEE The Student Services Fee includes your Student ID Card, transcripts (official and unofficial), confirmation of enrolment letters, graduation, and other registration items. MATERIALS FEE The Materials Fee is attached to full-time programs and some part-time courses for the materials instructors use in their classes. STUDENTS ASSOCIATION FEE Full-and part-time students are considered members of the Students Association of Bow Valley College (SABVC), and are subject to fees for this membership. Bow Valley College collects these fees on behalf of the SABVC. HEALTH AND DENTAL FEE All members of the Students Association in programs of 26 weeks or longer are subject to fees for a health and dental plan. Opt-out options are available upon proof of alternative coverage within 30 days of program start. Students who are funded through the Student Finance Board or through EI are not eligible for coverage. See the Students Association Office or visit mystudentplan.ca for additional information. These fees are collected by Bow Valley College on behalf of the SABVC. For more information on specific fees for your program, visit bowvalleycollege.ca/fees FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL

17 COURSE REGISTRATION Starting in Fall 2015, learners in most BVC career certificate and diploma programs will be able to register online via mybvc for courses in their program of study. Learners will be allowed to register in the following priority sequence: 1. Ongoing learners 2. New learners 3. Unclassified learners 4. Learners who wish to audit a course The Office of the Registrar will maintain a schedule of registration dates for learners, based on the above priority. For registration dates, please see the Important College Dates section of this calendar (Page 5). Learners in ELL and upgrading programs will usually be registered in courses by BVC staff as per their academic plan. Note that continuous entry/exit courses may have registration dates, Drop Deadlines and Withdrawal Deadlines that differ from standard, term-based courses. CANCELLATIONS, DROPS, AND WITHDRAWALS Bow Valley College has the right to cancel courses and learner registrations due to low registration numbers or other operational issues. Bow Valley College will strive to provide learners with adequate notice of cancellations and, where possible, will make alternate arrangements for learners whose registrations are cancelled. The Office of the Registrar may deregister learners from courses who: do not meet the conditions of their program acceptance; do not meet prerequisites, co-requisites or anti-requisites; do not pay required fees by the deadline posted; miss any classes during the add-drop period without prior notification to the instructor and who are then deemed to be a no show; violate any Bow Valley College policies; and/or have been suspended for academic or non-academic reasons. Courses dropped up to and including the Drop Deadline will not appear on learner transcripts. Courses withdrawn after the Drop Deadline and by the Withdrawal Deadline will result in a W grade on the learner s transcripts. Courses withdrawn after the Withdrawal Deadline will be graded as per the BVC Grading Policy. It is the responsibility of learners to promptly notify the Office of the Registrar of their intent to withdraw, through the required means. The effective date for cancellation of registration is taken as the date the notice is received, unless notification is provided by the learner s academic department, in which case the effective withdrawal date is the date the learner stops attending. WAITLISTS Where demand warrants, Bow Valley College may maintain waitlists for courses. Waitlists will be maintained as first come, first waitlisted. Learners added to waitlists are not guaranteed a spot in that course. Waitlists will be closed prior to the start of term as per the date published in the Annual Schedule of Deadlines for Tuition and Fees. Learners who cannot be accommodated in a class will be dropped from the waitlist at that point and all registrations will be on a first-come, first-registered basis. Waitlists do not carry over to following semesters and are only applicable for each specific course section. AUDITING COURSES Learners who wish to attend courses regularly but do not want to take examinations or receive credit may request to take a course for audit purposes. An individual wishing to audit a course is required to: 1. Submit a request to audit a course in writing to the Office of the Registrar and Enrolment Services (in person at Office of the Registrar counter on the main floor of South Campus or by ing the request to client services@bowvalleycollege.ca). 2. If approved, register and pay for the audited course in the same way as courses taken for credit Information about auditing courses: 1. The decision on the request will be made based on the suitability of the course for audit and the availability of spaces in the class. The decision is made by the department delivering the program and may take several weeks to process. 2. The cost to audit a course is the same as the regular tuition for the course and other applicable fees 3. Audited courses will appear on the learner s BVC transcript and be noted there as audited courses 4. Students who audit courses are: a. expected to meet all registration and fee deadlines that apply to regular registrations. b. expected to refrain from participating in class discussions, assignment, examinations, or labs c. not entitled to individual instruction or support from the instructor or other academic staff d. not entitled to any other academic or learner services (including accommodations) e. learners are not permitted to change status from credit to audit, or audit to credit, after the Drop Deadline. f. subject to applicable College policies including the Learner Code of Conduct and Learner Financial Accounts policies 15 BOWVALLEYCOLLEGE.CA