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table of contents - Florida Career College
TABLE OF CONTENTS CATALOG Consumer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................................................................... 2 Mission and Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..................................................................................................... 2 School History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..................................................................................................... 3 Accreditation and Affiliations .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................................................................... 3 Description of Facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................................................................... 4 Admission . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................................................................................................... 5 Academic Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..................................................................................................... 8 Computer Networking & Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 10 Graphic Design & Animation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 14 Massage Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 18 Medical Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 22 Medical Billing & Coding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 26 Patient Care Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 30 Core & Shared Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 32 Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 33 Career Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 33 Academic Policies and Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 34 Satisfactory Academic Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 41 Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 46 Refund Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 49 Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 51 Conduct, Privacy and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 51 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................................... 56 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..................................................................................... Supplement Tuition and Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..................................................................................... Supplement Faculty and Staff. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..................................................................................... Supplement This catalog is for Anthem Institute – Jersey City only and not complete without all current supplements. A BRANCH OF: ANTHEM INSTITUTE ANTHEM INSTITUTE 40 Journal Square Jersey City, NJ 07306 201-876-3800 877-551-0985 959 Route 46 East Parsippany, NJ 07054 973-630-4900 877-551-0986 BRANCH LOCATION: ANTHEM INSTITUTE 651 US Route 1, South North Brunswick, NJ 08902 Catalog Publication Date: May 20, 2014 Catalog Effective: May 20, 2014 www.anthem.edu Photos in this catalog were taken at Anthem College - Bryman School and Anthem College in Phoenix, AZ CONSUMER INFORMATION This catalog is a publication to inform students and others of the Institution’s mission, history, academic programs and policies and procedures. The supplements are an integral part of the catalog which contains such information as faculty and staff, program schedules, holiday and vacation information, anticipated graduation dates and tuition and fees. The information provided is current and accurate as of the date of publication. The Institution reserves the right to make modifications within the term of this catalog without prior notice to individual students. Such modifications will be published in an addendum to the current catalog. The Institution expects its students to read and understand the information published in this catalog and in its accompanying supplement and addenda. Failure to read and understand this catalog will not excuse any student from the application of any requirement or regulation published herein. Further, it is the responsibility of each student to remain abreast of current graduation requirements of his or her program. MISSION AND PHILOSOPHY MISSION Anthem Education’s mission is to successfully prepare our graduates for new career opportunities. Our objectives are to: • • • • • • • Offer graduates viable career options by providing quality educational programs based on employer-driven requirements. Create a positive learning environment that recognizes individuality and enables students to meet their unique educational goals. Generate excitement and foster the desire to learn through diverse teaching methods. Maintain a qualified, caring faculty and staff dedicated to the personal and professional development of each student. Remain at the forefront of education by supporting continuing education and training for graduates, faculty and staff. Instill a quality philosophy in students, staff, and faculty to continually exceed expectations. Prepare and encourage students to pursue life-long learning. PHILOSOPHY OF THE SCHOOL Our School is based upon excellence in curriculum, staff, faculty, equipment, and service to the student body, Technical and Allied Health Care communities, and community-at-large. We firmly believe that training in small groups, combined with a highly structured curriculum that meets the needs of these professions, are the key ingredients for a successful training program. The School is committed to a career focused classroom approach in order to provide our students, upon graduation, with the knowledge and technical proficiency that will make them employable for entry-level positions and updating the curriculum accordingly. 2 • Anthem Institute Jersey City SCHOOL HISTORY Anthem Education dates to 1965, with the establishment of the High-Tech Electronics Institute of Arizona in Phoenix, AZ. In the 1980s, new management focused on expanding the school’s offerings to provide training in other careers to meet the changing needs of the expanding Phoenix population. This included acquiring Anthem College – Bryman School, a healthcare training school originally founded in 1964. Over the years, Anthem Education acquired or launched additional schools and colleges to provide focused training and education for students interested in entering or advancing their positions in healthcare, technology, criminal justice, business or paralegal careers. New campuses included the schools in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania; a pair of healthcare training schools in the St. Louis, Missouri region; and Morrison University in Reno, Nevada, a business school founded in 1902. As more institutions joined the Anthem team, they were rebranded with the Anthem name. Today, there are 13 campuses known as Anthem College, six known as Anthem Institute, and two in Tennessee that are called Anthem Career College. An online school, Anthem College Online, was launched in 2003 for students interested in earning associate and bachelor degrees, including degree completion programs. In early 2012 Anthem Education was acquired by Education Training Corporation which at the time owned and operated 11 campuses in Florida, bringing the total ground campus footprint to 36 campuses. This also brought additional programs such as Nursing and HVAC training to the list of available programs under Anthem Education. Anthem Education includes eight brands and 36 campuses plus Anthem College Online. Headquartered in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, the Anthem Education family of schools has provided quality post-secondary education for more than a century. Over the years, Anthem Education acquired colleges and schools across the nation, absorbing High-Tech Institute (multiple locations) and Allied College (St. Louis) under the Anthem name. In April 2012, Anthem Education was acquired by Education Training Corporation, who also owns a group of 12 schools in Florida known as Florida Career College and FCC-Anthem College. Today, Anthem Education includes the following colleges and schools: • Anthem College • Anthem Career College • Florida Career College • FCC Anthem College • Anthem College Online • Anthem Institute • Morrison University • Anthem College – Bryman School ACCREDITATION AND AFFILIATIONS ACCREDITATIONS Anthem Institute is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges (ACCSC) to award Diplomas. The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges is a recognized accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education. APPROVALS Anthem Institute is licensed by the New Jersey Department of Education, New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development. MEMBERSHIPS Anthem Institute is an active member of the: • New Jersey Private Career School Association (PCSA/NJ) • National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) • Alpha Beta Kappa National Honor Society New Jersey Chapter • Application for Learning Through Listening (LTL) Institutional Membership • Hudson County Chamber of Commerce • American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) • Association of Bodywork & Massage Professionals www.anthem.edu • 3 OWNERSHIP INFORMATION Anthem Institute, Jersey City, New Jersey is owned and controlled by High-Tech Institute, Inc. (HTI), which is a wholly owned subsidiary of High-Tech Institute Holdings, Inc. (HTIH), which is in turn a wholly owned subsidiary of Education Training Corporation (ETC). ETC is a wholly owned subsidiary of FCC Holding, Inc. (FCC). DESCRIPTION OF FACILITY The school facility consists of 37,072 square feet of floor space, which is divided into classrooms, laboratories, library, administrative offices and a student break area. Parking is available at nearby parking lots that charge an hourly fee. We encourage all students and employees to use public transportation which is easily accessible. Classrooms and labs are designed for a maximum capacity of up to 30 students. The equipment used for training consists of computers, relevant software, scanners, massage therapy tables, medical equipment and instruments. All facilities are fully accessible to students with disabilities. The campus is centrally located to apartments, shopping and banking, all with access to public transportation. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES The facility is equipped with ramp access, extra wide hallways and doors, A.D.A. required door handles, and restrooms to facilitate students who use wheelchairs. INSTITUTIONAL LEADERSHIP Corporate Officers David Knobel, Chief Executive Officer and President Jeffrey Pierne, Chief Financial Officer Neal Yawn, Chief Operating Officer Dean Bartness, Chief Compliance Officer Executive Director Gregg Crowe Administration William DeFusco, Director of Education Deborah Andreivich, Director of Admissions Dr. Martin Boyle, Career Center Director Shermela Tilley, Financial Aid Director Michelle Dinnocenzo, Business Office Manager FACULTY A current listing of faculty is provided in the Supplement to the 2014 Academic Catalog. 4 • Anthem Institute Jersey City ADMISSION ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants may be admitted if they satisfy the following: 1. Possess a Standard High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (GED), foreign high school credential,* or have an associate's degree or higher from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. 2. In the Medical Assistant and Medical Billing & Coding programs, Anthem Institute accepts Ability to Benefit students (students who do not possess a High School Diploma or GED) only if the student was enrolled in an eligible Title IV program prior to July 1, 2012, regardless of whether or not the student received Title IV funds. If the student possesses a high school credential that is deemed unacceptable by Anthem Institute but the student was enrolled in an eligible Title IV program prior to July 1st, the student may still be eligible to enroll with Anthem Institute as an Ability to Benefit student. Students must have received a passing score of 200 on the verbal and 210 on the quantitative of the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test (WBST), which is a Department of Education approved abilityto-benefit test. *Students who possess a foreign high school credential must provide the College with a copy of their translated and evaluated foreign credential issued by a NACES approved agency to document the credential provided is equivalent to a U.S. High School Diploma The College must have the proof before the student can start class. APPLICATION PROCESS How to Apply Students interested in applying for admission should call, write the School, or visit our Website at www.anthem.edu. It is required that an Admissions Representative conduct an initial interview with the prospective student. Anthem Institute prefers that the parent(s) or spouse also attend the interview. This gives both the applicant and family the opportunity to ask specific questions relating to the School curriculum and career opportunities. The School catalog is also reviewed. If the Admissions Representative feels that the student’s desire is genuine, an application for admission is submitted. The following items are required to be completed at the time of application: • Official School Application • Request for High School Diploma, High School Equivalency or GED • Enrollment Agreement Once these completed items have been submitted, the Executive Director reviews the file for completeness and sends a letter of acceptance. If the School does not accept an applicant, all fees paid to the School are refunded. The School reserves the right to reject a student previously accepted if the items listed above are not successfully completed. CREDIT FOR PRIOR EDUCATION Requests for transfer of credit evaluations will be reviewed using the following criteria: Coursework must have been completed at a public or private accredited four-year University, two-year Junior/Community College, military school or other accredited postsecondary educational institution recognized by the Secretary of the US Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Comparability of Course Content • A maximum of two (2) lower level (100 – 200) courses may be accepted for upper level (300 – 400) courses. • Technical/Occupational Courses – course content must meet a majority of the Anthem Education course competencies. Comparability of Credits Earned • Credits earned at another institution must be equal to (or greater than) the number earned for the Anthem Education equivalent. • If a student has a sequence of courses or a combination of courses that are worth fewer credits than those at Anthem Education, courses may be combined and granted for one course (e.g. four (4) courses transferred in for one (1) Anthem Education course). • A student will not be awarded multiple Anthem Education courses for one transfer course. • A student will only be granted partial credit for a course if it is part of an articulation agreement. • A grade of “C” or a 2.0 or higher must have been earned for the course. • A grade of “D” is accepted for general education courses, for courses taken at Anthem College - Phoenix where a “D” grade was considered passing, and for courses taken at Florida Career College where a “D” grade was considered passing. • Technical/Occupational coursework may not be accepted if older than 7 years prior to the request for transfer of credit evaluation. In order to be eligible for a Transfer of Credit Review and Award, these credits must be reviewed by a corporate-level Subject Matter Expert (SME). • No time restriction will be placed on the ability to have transfer credits reviewed for General Education coursework. Certifications may be eligible for transfer of credit when properly supported by official documents. See your Team Leader or Director of Education for more information. www.anthem.edu • 5 ADMISSION, continued TIMELINE FOR EVALUATION A request for transfer of credit evaluation should be submitted before a student begins a program but will still be accepted and evaluated if submitted within the first 30 days after the start of a student’s program. If required documentation is not received within 60 days after the start of a student’s program, the request for transfer of credit will automatically be denied. An evaluation will not be completed after the start of a course for which the student is requesting transfer credit except in rare circumstances as determined to be appropriate by the Director of Education. Required Documentation A student who requests a transfer of credit evaluation from another school must contact the previous school and obtain Official Transcripts and course descriptions in accordance with the requirements below: Official Transcripts • Must be sent directly from the previous school to the Registrar of Anthem Institute, and • Must be marked as OFFICIAL and must NOT be marked as “Issued to Student” Course Descriptions • Must be from the catalog for the year in which the course was completed. In addition, supplementary material (including course syllabi) may be requested when necessary for an appropriate evaluation. Criteria for Evaluation Appropriately trained Education Department staff members will review requests for transfer of credit evaluations for compliance with the following criteria: • Coursework must have been completed at a public or private accredited four-year University, two-year Junior/Community College, military school or other accredited postsecondary educational institution recognized by the Secretary of the US Department of Education. • Comparability of Course Content – For Technical/Occupational Courses – course content must meet or exceed 100% of the Anthem Institute course competencies. • Comparability of Credits Earned – Credits earned at another institution must be equal to (or greater than) the number of semester credits earned for the Anthem Institute equivalent. Partial credit will not be given for a course. • A grade of “C” or a 2.0 or higher must have been earned for the course. Technical/Occupational coursework must be completed within 5 years prior to the request for transfer of credit evaluation to be eligible for review. Certifications may be eligible for transfer of credit when properly supported by official documents. See your Team Lead or Director of Education for more information. Clinical Skills and Externships As a prerequisite for accepting credit for courses with laboratory components or externship courses, a skills assessment may be conducted. The results of the skills assessment may be used as a factor in determining the transferability of credit. 6 • Anthem Institute Jersey City ADMISSION, continued CURRENT OR PREVIOUS ANTHEM INSTITUTE STUDENTS Program Transfers, Re-enrolls, Re-enters Into a New Program or Program Version Students who are transferring programs, re-entering into Anthem Institute or re-enrolling into a new program or program version at Anthem Institute will have all applicable courses associated to the new program. • Associated courses: – Are evaluated using the same criteria for evaluation as listed above; – Must have been completed within 5 years prior to being applied to the new program; – Carry the same grade and credits attempted/credits earned as the original class; and – Include failed attempts. • Any courses that cannot be associated may be evaluated for transfer of credit. Transferring From One Anthem Education School to Another Anthem Education School Students transferring from one Anthem Education school to another Anthem Education school must have credits evaluated for transfer of credit. TRANSFERABILITY OF CREDIT FOR U.S. MILITARY VETERANS Students who are Veterans of the United States Military Services may be eligible to receive credit for training received during their military duty. Any credits will be reviewed according to the criteria for evaluation listed above. This institution will evaluate all previous education and training of students receiving VA benefits, grant credit when appropriate, reduce the program length proportionately, and keep records of transcripts and evaluations. Not all programs are approved for Veteran training. APPEAL PROCESS FOR TRANSFER CREDITS Students that wish to appeal a transfer credit decision made by the School must fill out an Appeal Form and submit the Appeal to the Director of Education. • The form must include course information regarding the course(s) the student wishes to transfer in and an outline of which course(s) the student feels should receive credit. • At the time of appeal, the student must supply additional documentation to support their appeal. If no additional documentation is received, the appeal will be automatically denied. All appeals must be requested within 30 days of the decision to deny credit. Decisions on transfer credit appeals will be made by the Director of Education and will be returned to students within 30 days of their receipt. SPECIFIC PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Externship Requirements Background checks, vaccinations, and/or health screens may be required prior to beginning the externship course. STUDENT HOUSING Anthem College does not have dormitory facilities. Although it is the student’s responsibility to find living accommodations, the school will locate lodging for any student needing assistance. www.anthem.edu • 7 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS PROGRAMS OFFERED The following programs are offered at Anthem Institute, Jersey City: • Computer Networking & Security Diploma • Graphic Design & Animation Diploma • Massage Therapy Diploma • Medical Assistant Diploma • Medical Billing & Coding Diploma • Patient Care Technician Diploma Program Titles The programs offered by Anthem Institute are not necessarily intended to lead to employment titles of the same or similar names. Course Syllabi Course syllabi are available to students through the learning management system (LMS) accessible through the student portal. Final grades are posted in the student portal at the end of each term. Students may contact their instructor with any questions. Delivery Methods Courses are offered in a classroom format and certain courses are available by online instruction. Online instruction is provided via a consortium agreement with the Online Division of Anthem College, Phoenix, Arizona. The college offers both day and evening courses. Please check with your campus for scheduled hours. The period(s) students are expected to attend class meetings can vary from module depending on the number of courses into which a student is scheduled and the delivery method used for that course. Afternoons Monday through Thursday, Friday, or Saturday class meetings may be scheduled as needed for courses and enrichment, tutoring, advising and externship or lab activities. COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEM The alpha prefix of a course number designated in the program outline for each program of study stands for the type of course. AH = Allied Health CN = Computer Networking & Security DD = Graphic Design & Animation MT = Massage Therapy MA = Medical Assistant MB = Medical Billing & Coding PCT = Patient Care Technician PD = Professional Development 8 • Anthem Institute Jersey City 100 and 200 level courses are intended for students who are in their first and second year of postsecondary work. Lower level (100 – 200) courses may be taken in any order unless a prerequisite is indicated following the course description. An example of the course numbering system denoted in the catalog and on the student transcript is as follows: MA106. The “MA” denotes the program of study and “106” is the course number. UNIT OF CREDIT 1 Clock Hour Didactic = 2 units 1 Clock Hour Supervised Lab = 1.5 units 1 Clock Hour Externship = 1 unit 1 Clock Hour Outside Work = 0.5 units One quarter credit hour is defined as: • 10 classroom or direct faculty instruction plus out-of-class independent work; • 20 clock hours of laboratory activities; or • 30 clock hours of externship. For programs on a quarter credit system the calendar year is divided into four quarters, each 12 weeks in length. Most quarters are divided into three 4-week modules; some courses require 6-8 weeks for completion. Students will take one course at a time. For academic credit purposes, the credit hours earned for each course in the program are based on the following formula: 1 credit for each 10 contact hours of lecture, 1 credit hour for each 20 contact hours of lab hours and 1 credit for each 30 contact hours on externship. In addition, students will be assigned out-of-class independent homework per week; this out of class work will not count toward academic credits earned. Refer to the Homework and Practice Outside of Class for more information. A “class hour” is 50 minutes. The contact to credit hour calculation varies by program for financial aid purposes. For financial aid and SAP purposes, a year is calculated based on an academic year, which is defined as three quarters. Attendance during any module within any defined quarter counts towards the SAP completion percentage. ACADEMIC PROGRAMS, continued Semester Credits For academic credit purposes, the credits hours earned for each course in the program are based on the following formula: • 15 clock hours of classroom or direct faculty instruction plus out-of-class independent work; • 30 clock hours of laboratory activities; or • 45 clock hours of externship. In addition, students will be assigned out-of-class independent homework per week; this out of class work will not count toward academic credits earned. Refer to the Homework and Practice Outside of Class for more information. For all courses excluding externship, a designated clock (contact) hour represented a minimum of 50 minutes of instruction within a 60 minute period, and may vary for financial aid purposes. All program credit totals have been rounded to the nearest whole number. Clock Hour Programs Clock hour courses are taught in four week modules. New class starts will occur every four weeks. For programs with 900 or more clock hours, the academic year is comprised of 9 four week modules. The number of modules in an academic year for programs that are less than 900 clock hours is calculated by dividing the program clock hours by 100 hours. For financial aid and SAP purposes, an academic year is defined as 900 scheduled clock hours. For programs less than 900 clock hours the length of the program is the academic year. The payment period is equivalent to ½ of the academic year for clock hours. WORK OUTSIDE OF CLASS Students are expected to perform learning activities outside of their class. Such out-of-class work enables students to master the competencies of the courses and leads toward the achievement of the program objective. For each classroom hour of lecture or direct faculty instruction, students are to complete two hours of work outside of class. Types of Work Outside of Class Student work outside of class may include but is not limited to the following: • Reading assignments in preparation for new lessons or for reinforcement of learned concepts and principles; • Worksheets or questions aimed at helping students comprehend what they have read; • Writing assignments such as reflective paragraphs, journals, summaries, outlines, comments, essays and research papers; • Projects that are designed to allow students to apply learned knowledge or to demonstrate the understanding of such knowledge; • Case studies designed to teach students critical thinking and problem-solving skills or to develop competence in applying learned concepts and principles; • Applied research conducted to enrich and/or deepen comprehension of certain concepts and principles; • Library research projects designed for students to employ learning resources to broaden their horizon and/or to practice methods for locating and utilizing information in the library or on the Internet; • Reviewing class notes and other materials in preparation for a formative or summative assessment, e.g., quizzes, tests, and exams; • Mathematical problems and practices to enhance computational skills; and • Hands-on practices to build and enhance proficiency in psychomotor skills. Assessment of Work Outside of Class Assessment of student work outside of class varies from course to course and assignment to assignment. Some may be assessed for a grade that counts toward the final grade of the course while others may be intended to help students get prepared for relevant learning activities in future classes. Statement of Work Outside of Class Student work outside of class is typically stated and specified in the course outline section of each syllabus. More detailed information is provided in handouts, worksheets, and project specification documents. www.anthem.edu • 9 COMPUTER NETWORKING & SECURITY A career in Computer Networking & Security offers many exciting career opportunities. OBJECTIVE Computer networks are an indispensable part of modern day life. They are utilized everywhere; from paying a bill with your home computer, to processing volumes of information on the highspeed networks of today’s technology-oriented businesses. This program teaches the skills necessary for graduates to obtain entry-level employment in the growing field of Computer Networking & Security. Using a closely integrated combination of classroom theory and hands-on lab experience, students are taught the essentials of computer maintenance and repair. In addition, graduates of this program have experience with hardware and software components used by organizations to operate over local and wide-area networks. Operating systems students will cover include Linux and Microsoft operating systems and network software, Cisco IOS and equipment, and widely used business application software packages. The program also emphasizes communication skills (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills that offer our graduates an edge in the competitive business environment of the 21st century. The courses in this program are not certification courses nor are certifications a prerequisite for graduation. A career in Computer Networking & Security offers many exciting opportunities. In today’s society, businesses, schools, and government agencies need trained professionals to oversee their computer systems and administer their networks. Graduates of this program receive a Diploma in preparation to seek entry-level positions such as Computer Technician, IT Desktop Support Technician, IT Support Technician, Help Desk Technician, and Jr. Systems Administrator. TRAINING EQUIPMENT / HARDWARE / SOFTWARE Every student receives a network and a computer tool kit. These kits contain different screwdrivers, needle-nose pliers, cutters, cabling crimpers, wire stripper, punch down tool, and cable testers for various network connections. The computers utilized provide training on equipment found in many modern businesses. In addition, a number of different network file severs, printers, and multi-media devices are used. Networking devices such as switches, routers, wireless NICs, and access points are also used. The software covered includes operating systems Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7. The network operating systems used are Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and Linux. Various application software packages are presented and used such as Microsoft Office Suite, antimalware, and computer diagnostic software. Cisco IOS is also presented. See course descriptions on pages 12, 13, 30. 10 • Anthem Institute Jersey City COMPUTER NETWORKING & SECURITY, continued Diploma – Day Schedule Program Requirements: 12 Courses, 48 Semester Credits, and 48 Weeks. COURSES CN105 CN107 CN150 CN151 CN160 CN170 CN180 CN181 CN203 CN250 CN260 CN270 48 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Word Processing and Spreadsheets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Presentations, Databases, and Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 A+ Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 A+ Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Computer Forensics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Networking Concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Windows Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Advanced Windows Administration ……………………………………………… 4 Windows 7 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Linux Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Cisco Fundamentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Network Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Total semester credit hours required 48 Diploma – Evening Schedule Program Requirements: 12 Courses, 48 Semester Credits, and 72 Weeks. COURSES CN105 CN107 CN150 CN151 CN160 CN170 CN180 CN181 CN203 CN250 CN260 CN270 48 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Word Processing and Spreadsheets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Presentations, Databases, and Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 A+ Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 A+ Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Computer Forensics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Networking Concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Windows Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Advanced Windows Administration ……………………………………………… 4 Windows 7 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Linux Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Cisco Fundamentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Network Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Total semester credit hours required 48 www.anthem.edu • 11 COMPUTER NETWORKING & SECURITY CONCENTRATION COURSES *The PD102 and AH104 prerequisites apply to all students enrolled after 2/6/2012. CN105 - Word Processing and Spreadsheets Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course will introduce student to the major features and tools to support users of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Learning activities include generating documents, formatting data, and using productivity tools such as templates. The student also learns to assist users with creating and modifying documents using the many features available in these products. Prerequisite: None CN151 - A+ Software Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course will provide the student with installation, configuration of various operating systems utilized in personal computers, and their relationship to computer networks. This course addresses preventative maintenance, safety, troubleshooting, and customer relations as it applies to computer technicians. Prerequisite: None CN107 - Presentations, Databases, and Communications Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course will introduce the student to support users of Microsoft Office PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, web browsers, and basic e-mail functions. PowerPoint functions include creating and formatting documents, generating handout material, and including content from other sources. The student sets up desktop personal computers to manage typical office organization functions. Prerequisite: None CN160 - Computer Forensics Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course will introduce the student to computer forensics concepts, including accessing and recovering data files, performing email investigations, and performing digital forensics analysis. The course addresses common computer forensics tools. Prerequisites: CN150, CN151 CN150 - A+ Hardware Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course will provide the student with fundamental knowledge of various types of personal computer hardware, their applications and maintenance procedures required in the industry. This course addresses numbering systems and troubleshooting techniques applied to personal computers and applicable peripheral equipment. Prerequisite: None 12 • Anthem Institute Jersey City CN170 - Networking Concepts Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course will introduce the student to fundamental computer network concepts such as protocol, topologies, hardware, and network operating systems. This course also covers network installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, client/server architecture, TCP/IP, Ethernet, and wireless transmission. Prerequisites: CN150,CN151 COMPUTER NETWORKING & SECURITY CONCENTRATION COURSES, continued CN180 - Windows Administration Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course prepares the student to effectively install, configure, administrate and troubleshoot elements ranging from user accounts to server security. This course addresses configuration and management of network resources such as file, print, web resources, and Active Directory objects. Prerequisites: CN150,CN151 CN181 - Advanced Windows Administration Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course prepares the student to effectively configure, administer and troubleshoot the services within a Windows Server network infrastructure. This course will include situations that must be managed I a live networking environment. Prerequisites: CN150,CN151,CN180 CN203 - Windows 7 Configuration Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course will introduce the student to different Windows 7 editions. The student will install, configure, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows 7 operating system in single use system or in a virtualized environment. The student will create users, perform administrative functions and learn the Enterprise deployment process. Prerequisites: CN150,CN151 CN250 - Linux Administration Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course will instruct the student on the fundamental Linux operating system concepts including Linux File systems, BASH Shell, system initialization and X Windows. This course covers basic Linux administrative tasks addressing the system, printers, and log files. Prerequisites: CN150,CN151 CN260 - Cisco Fundamentals Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course will teach the student how routers control communication across networks. Cisco router technology will be used to show many ways in which networks can be configured to achieve the desired network control and performance. Prerequisites: CN150,CN151,CN170 CN270 - Network Security Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course will address high-level security measures for web, email, file transfer, wireless, instant messaging, and how to protect physical access. This course will cover intrusion detection, computer virus prevention, and various encryption technologies to secure access to network resources. Prerequisites: Completion of 32 credits www.anthem.edu • 13 GRAPHIC DESIGN & ANIMATION Graphic Designers are increasingly in demand in many sectors of industry. OBJECTIVE Graphic Design & Animation professionals are in ever increasing demand as more and more businesses compete to promote their services not only in print media but via the Internet as well. Today Internet is integrated into our lives and this program uses a combination of classroom lecture, computer-based training, and real-world lab experiences so that students learn the web languages and tools needed to create interactive web content. Students learn the fundamentals of design and how to apply them to print and web applications as well as creating and animating digital content. Students develop skills in teamwork, problem solving, and interpersonal skills required by employers in the Graphic Design & Animation field. Upon completion of the program, graduates receive a Diploma in preparation to seek entrylevel positions as Graphic Designers and Multi-Media Artists and Animators. TRAINING EQUIPMENT / HARDWARE / SOFTWARE Students use industry standard hardware as required throughout the program. Industry standard software used includes: Adobe Master Collection Creative Suite and 3D Studio Max. Students are also introduced to HTML, CSS, ActionScript, PHP and MySQL markup/scripting languages. See course descriptions on pages 16, 17, 30. 14 • Anthem Institute Jersey City GRAPHIC DESIGN & ANIMATION, continued Diploma – Day Schedule Program Requirements: 12 Courses, 48 Semester Credits, and 48 Weeks. COURSES DF103 DD150 DD160 DD161 DD170 DD171 WD103 WD104 DD172 DD270 DD271 DD290 48 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Fundamentals of Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Design Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Digital Imaging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Digital Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Visual Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Web Scripting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Web Design & Development II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Fundamentals of Web Scripting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Web Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Video / Audio Production. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Multimedia Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Portfolio Production. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Total semester credit hours required 48 Diploma – Evening Schedule Program Requirements: 12 Courses, 48 Semester Credits, and 72 Weeks. COURSES DF103 DD150 DD160 DD161 DD170 DD171 WD103 WD104 DD172 DD270 DD271 DD290 48 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Fundamentals of Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Design Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Digital Imaging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Digital Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Visual Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Web Scripting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Web Design & Development II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Fundamentals of Web Scripting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Web Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Video / Audio Production. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Multimedia Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Portfolio Production. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Total semester credit hours required 48 www.anthem.edu • 15 GRAPHIC DESIGN & ANIMATION CONCENTRATION COURSES *The PD102 and AH104 prerequisites apply to all students enrolled after 2/6/2012. DF103 - Design Fundamentals Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course introduces students to the fundamental art elements and language of design and the principles that make design work. Students learn the relationship between form and content as well as the methods, principles and skills that encompass all design disciplines. Students also apply these principles and elements in the development of visual concepts. Prerequisites: None DD150 - Design Basics Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credits Hours: 4 This course focuses on fundamental principles of drawing including conceptualization, visualization, and sketching skills. It also addresses visual color solutions including light and effects in design, as well as graphic layout techniques using Adobe Creative Suite the creation of basic design presentations. Prerequisite: None DD160 - Digital Imaging Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credits Hours: 4 This course includes an introduction to the usage of digital cameras as well as photographic lighting and composition techniques. This course focuses on digital image concepts, color theory, and standards of print media. It facilitates quality print graphic projects utilizing Adobe Creative Suite. Students are also introduced to digital image editing concepts for the creation of graphic presentations. Prerequisite: None DD161 - Digital Print Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credits Hours: 4 This course introduces page layout techniques, developing advanced page layout and design methodologies. In this course, through practical application, students will work with Adobe Creative Suite to create and produce content for print media. Prerequisites: DD160 16 • Anthem Institute Jersey City DD170 - Visual Communications Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credits Hours: 4 This course will introduce the students to web design fundamentals utilizing Adobe Creative Suite. The basic principles of web development and authoring environments will be explored. Special emphasis is placed on creating and deploying effective web sites. Prerequisite: None DD171 - Web Scripting Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credits Hours: 4 This course is designed to introduce the students to web animation concepts and the skills necessary for producing animations geared for the web. Adobe Creative Suite will be used in the lab and project practical application assignments. Prerequisite: None WD103 - Website Design & Development II Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 Students will learn how to write valid code for web sites using common markup languages. They will utilize the proper syntax for industry standard markup languages to create a usable web site while using accepted design principles. Prerequisite: DD170 GRAPHIC DESIGN & ANIMATION CONCENTRATION COURSES, continued WD104 - Fundamentals of Web Scripting Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 4 This course introduces students to common web scripting languages. Students will write valid scripting code and incorporate scripts into web pages. They also will learn how to use scripting languages to create dynamic web pages. Prerequisite: DD170 DD172 - Web Development Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credits Hours: 4 This course is designed to teach the students best practices and practical applications in working with online databases and server side scripting languages. Prerequisite: DD170 DD270 - Video / Audio Production Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credits Hours: 4 This course will develop storyboard skills as well as introduce the student to the process involved in creating and editing digital video and audio content. Students will be challenged to solve the types of problems faced by content designers in industry. Students will work with digital audio and video files as well as write, copy, and design storyboards. During the course the students will learn how to use the Video / Audio production features provided by Adobe Creative Suite. Prerequisite: None DD271 - Multimedia Production Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credits Hours: 4 This course will teach the students how to create special effects using Adobe After Effects that will be incorporated into video production. Likewise, the students will learn how to build an interactive CD/DVD utilizing all software the students have learned in previous classes. Students will learn how to create and edit their own sounds and music and employ them within their interactive CDs/DVD. Using Adobe Encore authoring software the students will design a functional interface. Upon completion of the course students will be able to create Audio/Video content and place it onto applicable media. Prerequisite: None DD290 - Portfolio Production Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 50 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credits Hours: 4 This culminating course will bring all the students learning together. The student will develop and produce a fully functional print and interactive portfolio using audio-video and interactive content. The student will also learn the basics of contract writing and common business practices in the Design Industry. Upon Completion of this course the students will have created a portfolio with which to showcase their skills and abilities. Prerequisites: Completion of 29.4 Credit Hours www.anthem.edu • 17 MASSAGE THERAPY OBJECTIVE Massage therapists are allied health professionals that contribute to the well being of others and play an important role in the growing fields of preventative health care, fitness and stress management. Massage therapy has witnessed rapid growth in recent years as people today become more aware of the therapeutic functions of massage and find wider applications of this traditional method that rehabilitates and promotes health and wellness. The objective of the Diploma program in Massage Therapy is to prepare graduates with a solid foundation of knowledge and skills so that they can seek entry-level employment in the massage therapy industry. Students engage in supervised “hands-on” training in traditional swedish massage and other related modalities. DESCRIPTION The Massage Therapy program is built upon a solid set of courses that provide the competencies needed for graduates to be successful in their chosen career path. Additionally, specific courses have been designed to prepare students to proficiently use the skills commonly employed in the massage therapy industry. The program course work includes lectures, discussions, interactive activities and hands-on practical massage procedures and skills to provide the graduate the tools necessary for long term career success. Graduates may seek employment as Massage Therapists. Successful completion of the program prepares the graduates for state licensing and national certification exams. The program curriculum qualifies the graduates to sit for the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam (MBLEx) and the National Certification Exam for Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB). CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Massage therapists are in high demand as the massage industry shows continued growth. This is leading to openings for massage therapists in a variety of employment locations. Career opportunities in massage therapy are found in spas, resorts, hospitals, physical therapy centers, Chiropractic offices and fitness / gym locations among others. SUPERVISED CLINIC The Supervised Clinic is undertaken following the successful completion of all classroom training. It is comprised of 135 clock hours. Students will learn the strategies and skills in preparation for seeking employment in the field of study. This course will also allow the student to apply what they have learned in the program curriculum to practical use in a massage setting under the supervision of a Clinic Supervisor on the site. Through the externship experience, the students gain first-hand knowledge of the workplace and perform the assigned duties to meet the expectations in a professional setting. Students are expected to adapt to the work environment and reflect regularly on their learning and observations. (This externship is unpaid.) See course descriptions on pages 20, 21, 30. 18 • Anthem Institute Jersey City MASSAGE THERAPY, continued Diploma Program Requirements: 12 Courses, 35 Semester Credits, and 51 Weeks. COURSES PD102 AH104 MT101 MT102 MT103 MT124 MT105 MT126 MT107 MT108 MT109 MT293 35 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Career Success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 Fundamentals of Allied Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 Swedish Massage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Integumentary / Facial Massage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Respiratory / Geriatric Massage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Body Systems & Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Postural Conditions / Trigger Point Therapy Upper Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Body Systems & Hydrotherapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Oriental & Adjunctive Modalities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Trigger Point Therapy Lower Body. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Business Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Supervised Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Total semester credit hours required 35 www.anthem.edu • 19 MASSAGE THERAPY CONCENTRATION COURSES *The PD102 and AH104 prerequisites apply to all students enrolled after 2/6/2012. MT101 - Swedish Massage Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 During this course, the student studies spinal anatomy, physiology and pathology. Basic Swedish strokes are introduced. Swedish massage for the neck is taught. Medical terminology is introduced. Corporate Chair Massage methods are demonstrated and practiced. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MT124 - Body Systems & Nutrition Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 During this course, the student studies the Circulatory and Digestive systems. The Skeletal System will be studied. Nutrition, Stress Management, and Wellness Education will be taught. Body mechanics and injury prevention for the therapist will be covered. Massage for relaxation is demonstrated and practiced. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MT102 - Integumentary / Facial Massage Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 In this course, the anatomy, physiology and pathology of the head and face are studied. Facial Massage techniques are practiced. The Integumentary System is studied. The anatomy, physiology and pathology of the joints are studied. Stretching and range of motion is practiced. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MT105 - Postural Conditions / Trigger Point Therapy Upper Body Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 The anatomy, physiology and pathology of the shoulder girdle and upper extremities will be taught. The Muscular System will be studied. Trigger Point therapy will be studied. Postural Assessment of the client will be studied, and the treatment of common conditions. Also taught is how to use massage therapy for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MT103 - Respiratory / Geriatric Massage Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 In this course, the anatomy, physiology and pathology of the Respiratory System are studied. The sequence for pregnancy massage is demonstrated and practiced. Geriatric massage for the elderly client is taught and practiced. An overview of massage techniques for other special populations is given. The body regions and cavities are identified and studied. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 20 • Anthem Institute Jersey City MASSAGE THERAPY CONCENTRATION COURSES, continued MT108 - Trigger Point Therapy / Lower Body Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 The anatomy, physiology and pathology of the pelvic girdle and lower extremities will be taught. The students will study Trigger Point Therapy (neuromuscular therapy) for lower extremities and corrective exercises for the client. The cellular organization of the body will be studied. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MT126 - Body Systems & Hydrotherapy Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 In this course, the Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology of the Nervous system will be studied. The Endocrine and Lymphatic Systems will be studied. Lymphatic Massage will be taught and practiced. Hydrotherapy treatments, as related to massage therapy, will be taught and practiced. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MT107 - Oriental / Adjunctive Modalities Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 During this course, the student will study the concepts of Oriental modalities. The student will be taught how to use adjunctive modalities with other massage treatments. Shiatsu and Tui Na Massage will be introduced. Medical terminology for the directions and planes of the body will be studied. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MT109 - Business Practice Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 During this course, the student will be introduced to law and ethics related to the practice of massage. Business start-up and promotion, and preparation for job interviews is taught and practiced. The Urinary system will be studied. Spa modalities of Aromatherapy and Reflexology are introduced and practiced. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Hygiene, and Basic First Aid, will be taught. Upon successful completion, the student will receive CPR certification. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MT293 - Supervised Clinic Clock Hours: 135 Externship Out-of-Class Work Hours: 60 Semester Credit Hours: 3 Students will learn the strategies and skills in preparation for seeking employment in the field of study. This course will also allow the student to apply what they have learned in the program curriculum to practical use in a massage setting under the supervision of a Clinic Supervisor on the site. Through the externship experience, the students gain first-hand knowledge of the workplace and perform the assigned duties to meet the expectations in a professional setting. Students are expected to adapt to the work environment and reflect regularly on their learning and observations. (This externship is unpaid.) Prerequisites: All program courses www.anthem.edu • 21 MEDICAL ASSISTANT The Medical Assistant plays an important role as a member of OBJECTIVE Medical Assisting is one of the nation’s fastest growing careers based on projections published by the US Bureaus of Labor Statistics. Increased complexities within the medical field, changes in health care standards and current economic conditions have all contributed to the growing need for trained health care professionals. The Medical Assisting program introduces students to anatomy and physiology of the body systems, medical terminology, and required clinical and administrative skills needed to seek an entry-level Medical Assistant position. Students will engage in “hands on” training in clinical and administrative procedures such as injections, venipuncture, telephone techniques, filing and preparation of medical records. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Graduates from the diploma program may seek specific positions such as: Medical Assistants, Medical Secretaries and Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians. the Health Care team in a physician’s office or clinic. EXTERNSHIP After successful completion of all classroom training, the student will then complete an externship course within a healthcare facility. Through the externship experience the student will gain first-hand knowledge of the workplace and perform the assigned duties to meet the expectations in a professional setting. See course descriptions on pages 24, 25, 30. 22 • Anthem Institute Jersey City MEDICAL ASSISTANT, continued Diploma Program Requirements: 9 Courses, 29 Semester Credits, and 40 Weeks. COURSES PD102 AH104 MA101 MA122 MA103 MA104 MA125 MA106 MA286 29 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Career Success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 Fundamentals of Allied Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 Office Administration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Bookkeeping / Clinical Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Insurance / Health Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Cardiopulmonary / ECG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Laboratory / Clinical Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Anatomy & CPR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Externship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Total semester credit hours required 29 www.anthem.edu • 23 MEDICAL ASSISTANT CONCENTRATION COURSES *The PD102 and AH104 prerequisites apply to all students enrolled after 2/6/2012. MA101 - Office Administration Clock Hours: 45 Lecture / 25 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 90 Semester Credit Hours: 3 Administration procedures, filling, telephone techniques, appointments, correspondence and mail handling are studied. Students learn to process patients and assist in examinations. Psychology and communication skills are applied to general patient care and human relations. The nervous system is introduced, and relevant medical concepts and terminology are also studied. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MA104 - Cardiopulmonary / ECG Clock Hours: 45 Lecture / 25 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 90 Semester Credit Hours: 3 The circulatory and respiratory systems are introduced with the teaching of blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiratory measurement techniques. The electrical system of the heart as it relates to electrocardiography is studied along with the EKG machine. Recording techniques, recognition of interference’s, patient care and mounting of the graph are taught. An introduction to medical law and ethics is also presented. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MA122 - Bookkeeping / Clinical Procedures Clock Hours: 45 Lecture / 25 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 90 Semester Credit Hours: 3 Students are taught the basic concepts of sterile technique, sterile surgical procedures and injection techniques. The muscular system is introduced. Medical office bookkeeping, cash control, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll are explored. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MA125 - Laboratory / Clinical Procedures Clock Hours: 45 Lecture / 25 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 90 Semester Credit Hours: 3 This course contains theory and practice in medical diagnostic and laboratory techniques. The renal system is taught in conjunction with the study of urinalysis. Hematology, including venipuncture, hemoglobin, hematocrit and blood chemistry procedures are taught. Inventory control and management are also studied. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MA103 - Insurance / Health Sciences Clock Hours: 45 Lecture / 25 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 90 Semester Credit Hours: 3 Medical insurance coding and claim processing are introduced. The student is taught medical office emergency procedures. The Digestive system is presented with relationship to nutrition and diet planning. Elements of pathology and the human body’s reaction to disease are studied. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 24 • Anthem Institute Jersey City MEDICAL ASSISTANT CONCENTRATION COURSES, continued MA106 - Anatomy & CPR Clock Hours: 45 Lecture / 25 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 90 Semester Credit Hours: 3 Anatomical structure and the skeletal system are introduced. Theory of radiation safety and protection is taught. Students are trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures in accordance with the guidelines provided by the American Heart Association. Students study the endocrine system, reproductive system, obstetrics, and pediatrics. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MA286 - Externship Clock Hours: 0 Lecture / 270 Externship Out-of-Class Work Hours: 0 Semester Credit Hours: 6 This course will allow the student to apply what they have learned in the program curriculum to practical use in a healthcare facility under the supervision of a preceptor on the site. Through the externship experience, the students gain first-hand knowledge of the workplace and perform the assigned duties to meet the expectations in a professional setting. Students are expected to adapt to the work environment and reflect regularly on their learning and observations. (This externship is unpaid.) Prerequisites: All program courses www.anthem.edu • 25 MEDICAL BILLING & CODING OBJECTIVE The Medical Billing & Coding program provides students with a solid professional foundation in the field and enables them to become a vital member of the health care team and contribute to the overall financial business activities of the health care facility. Students in this program acquire a working knowledge of coding systems, coding principles and rules, government regulations, and third-party payer requirements to ensure that diagnoses, services, and procedures documented in patient medical records are coded accurately for reimbursement and statistical and research purposes. The Medical Biller & Coder is vital to medical coding, computerized billing and patient care data analysis. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Graduates of the diploma program are prepared to seek entry-level positions in a variety of healthcare environments in areas such as Medical Records and Health Information Technician and Medical Secretaries. Such employment environments include but are not limited to clinics, consulting firms, government agencies, hospitals, insurance companies, nursing facilities, home health agencies, and physician offices. EXTERNSHIP The externship is undertaken following the successful completion of all concentration classroom training and consists of 180 clock hours, averaging eight hours a day. Students work in a medical office or hospital. During the externship the student is allowed to perform the skills taught during the classroom portion of training. This externship is unpaid. See course descriptions on pages 28–30. 26 • Anthem Institute Jersey City MEDICAL BILLING & CODING, continued Diploma Program Requirements: 10 Courses, 29 Semester Credits, and 41 Weeks. COURSES PD102 AH104 MB111 MB112 MB113 MB115 MB116 MB117 MB118 MB282 29 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Career Success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 Fundamentals of Allied Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 Healthcare Delivery & Insurance Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Healthcare Reimbursement & Legal Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Professional Coding Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Medical Records & Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 Medical Office Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Health Information Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 Medical Billing & Coding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Externship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Total semester credit hours required 29 www.anthem.edu • 27 MEDICAL BILLING & CODING CONCENTRATION COURSES *The PD102 and AH104 prerequisites apply to all students enrolled after 2/6/2012. MB111 - Healthcare Delivery & Insurance Management Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 Students are introduced to the overall concepts of healthcare system organizations, standards for accreditation and licensure, government regulations in healthcare, methods of reimbursement, legal aspects and professional ethics. Students also learn about various insurance plans and will become familiar with insurance terminology and computer-generated forms. The student studies anatomy and disease processes. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MB112 - Healthcare Reimbursement & Legal Issues Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 Students are introduced to insurance reimbursement in the healthcare industry. They will study the methodologies used to calculate reimbursement. Students also discuss the legal and ethical principles that govern their area of healthcare. The students study medical terminology, anatomy and disease processes. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 28 • Anthem Institute Jersey City MB113 - Professional Coding Practice Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 The student is introduced to conventional coding, nomenclature, and classification systems. The student studies medical terminology, anatomy and disease processes as well as equipment registries and analysis of the information generated. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MB115 - Medical Records & Documentation Clock Hours: 23 Lecture / 47 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 46 Semester Credit Hours: 2.5 This course introduces the student to electronic medical records and documentation. Students use a computer billing system for practice in running reports, electronic scheduling, billing operations and electronic filing of claims. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MB116 - Medical Office Procedures Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 Students are introduced to administrative duties and responsibilities of a medical facility including telephone skills and scheduling appointments. Medical records formatting, retention of files, release of information and destruction of records is discussed. Students will also become familiar with computerized account management systems. The student studies medical terminology, anatomy and disease processes. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MEDICAL BILLING & CODING CONCENTRATION COURSES, continued MB117 - Health Information Technology Clock Hours: 23 Lecture / 47 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 46 Semester Credit Hours: 2.5 Students study the role of the Medical Biller & Coder in the healthcare delivery system. Student’s practice coding and billing related to body systems and procedures. The students also study medical terminology, anatomy and disease processes. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MB118 - Medical Billing & Coding Clock Hours: 50 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 100 Semester Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces students to basic coding of diagnostic statements of diseases and medical procedures. Students study the signs, symptoms, physical and laboratory findings associated with diseases of the human body. This course also provides an overview of computer information systems and software applications. The student studies anatomy, medical terminology and pharmacology. Prerequisites: AH104,PD102 MB282 - Externship Clock Hours: 180 Externship Out-of-Class Work Hours: 60 Semester Credit Hours: 4 Students will learn the strategies and skills in preparation for seeking employment in the field of study. This course will also allow the student to apply what they have learned in the program curriculum to practical use in a healthcare facility under the supervision of a preceptor on the site. Through the externship experience, the students gain first-hand knowledge of the workplace and perform the assigned duties to meet the expectations in a professional setting. Students are expected to adapt to the work environment and reflect regularly on their learning and observations. (This externship is unpaid.) Prerequisites: All program courses www.anthem.edu • 29 PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN DIPLOMA The objective of this program is to provide students with the knowledge and technical skills needed to pursue entry-level employment in the health care industry as Patient Care Technicians. Students in the Patient Care Technician program are instructed in, among other things, patient assistance, geriatric care and nursing assistance. With a focus on patient care skills and life-long learning, graduates of this Diploma Program will be positioned to have the skills and dispositions needed to effectively meet workplace demands. Program Outline by Term (Students take one class at a time): Concentration Courses AH104 Fundamentals of Allied Health PCT125 Articulated Nursing Assistant PCT135 Advanced Home Health Aide with CPR Training PCT145 Patient Care Assistant PCT155 Phlebotomy and Hematology PCT166 Respiratory Therapy Aide PCT175 Electrocardiography and Diagnostic Imaging PCT215 Occupational Therapy and Geriatric Aide PCT255 Patient Care Technician / Externship 36 Weeks Credits 2.5 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2.5 26 Credits Program Requirements: 9 courses, 26 Semester Credits, and 36 weeks. PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN COURSE DESCRIPTIONS AH104 - Fundamentals of Allied Health Clock Hours: 30 Lecture / 30 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 60 Semester Credit Hours: 2.5 This introductory course provides students with an overview of the allied health field. Basic knowledge of medical language and infectious diseases will be covered. Students will be introduced to workplace safety, standards, and guidelines that have been set up by various government agencies and professional organizations. Prerequisite: None PCT125 - Articulated Nursing Assistant Contact Hours: 30 Lecture / 30 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 60 Semester Credit Hours: 3 This course prepares students to assist patients in the following: perform physical comfort and safety functions, provide personal patient care, patient care procedures, and principles of infection control, special needs patients, biological and psychological support. Prerequisite: AH104 PCT135 - Advanced Home Health Aide with CPR Training Contact Hours: 30 Lecture / 30 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 60 Semester Credit Hours: 3 Advanced Home Health Aide with CPR Training. This course prepares the student to use written and verbal communication specific to the home health aide, perform physical comfort and safety functions specific to home health aides, understand the principles of infection control specific to the home health aide and CPR Training. Prerequisite: AH104 30 • Anthem College – Bryman School PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN COURSE DESCRIPTIONS, continued PCT145 - Patient Care Assistant Contact Hours: 30 Lecture / 30 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 60 Semester Credit Hours: 3 This course will prepare students to assist patients with many tasks that they cannot do for themselves while they are in hospitals, rehabilitation clinics, assisted living facilities, nursing homes or long-term care facilities. Prerequisite: AH104 PCT155 - Phlebotomy & Hematology Contact Hours: 30 Lecture / 30 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 60 Semester Credit Hours: 3 This course provides instruction and practice for venipuncture. Course content includes circulatory system, anatomy and physiology, how to obtain blood specimens, equipment maintenance, and safety issues. Routine specimen collection and laboratory functions are also explored. The student will also be introduced to hematology and basic lab procedures including blood chemistry and microscopic examinations. Course content also includes coverage of related medical terminology along with the appropriate anatomy and physiology. Electronic Medical Records. Prerequisites: AH104, PCT125 PCT166 - Respiratory Therapy Aide Contact Hours: 30 Lecture / 30 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 60 Semester Credit Hours: 3 This course is part of the Allied Health Assistant component of the program. Students in this course will learn to perform respiratory aide skills, adjust, and operate equipment such as; aerosol inhalers, resuscitators, mechanical ventilators, and oxygen tanks with their accompanying hoses and gauges, in the health care setting. Prerequisites: AH104, PCT125 PCT175 - Electrocardiography & Diagnostic Imaging Contact Hours: 40 Lecture / 20 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 80 Semester Credit Hours: 3 This course provides instruction in the performance of electrocardiogram and diagnostic imaging procedures in the clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on preparing patients and informing them of the procedures. The student will perform multichannel/automatic electrocardiograms, identify and correct artifacts. The course will also introduce students to the concepts surrounding radiology and diagnostic imaging. Students will become aware of radiology and their use in the clinical setting. Student will be instructed in Radiation safety. Prerequisites: AH104, PCT125 PCT215 - Occupational Therapy and Geriatric Skills Contact Hours: 30 Lecture / 30 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 60 Semester Credit Hours: 3 This course is part of the Advanced Allied Health Assistant component of the program. Students in this course will perform occupational aide skills, assist patients with activities and exercises in a treatment plan developed by an Occupational Therapist. The student will also learn how to perform geriatric skills in the health care setting, recognize symptoms of common diseases of the geriatric patient, as well as the use of verbal and written communications specific to the nursing assistant. Prerequisites: AH104, PCT125 PCT255 - Patient Care Technician / Externship Contact Hours: 120 Practicum Semester Credit Hours: 2.5 In this course, students will participate in a 120 hour, non-paid, supervised externship in a facility appropriate to the application skills learned in the curriculum. Students will also gain practical experience in using the skills required to take the Certified Nursing Exam. Prerequisites: AH104, PCT125, PCT135, PCT145, PCT215 www.anthem.edu • 31 CORE & SHARED COURSES *The PD102 and AH104 prerequisites apply to all students enrolled after 2/6/2012. PD102* - Career Success Clock Hours: 30 Lecture / 30 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 60 Semester Credit Hours: 2.5 This course is designed to help students become effective and successful learners in a college environment. Students learn to identify and apply effective learning strategies and to manage their student life along with other responsibilities. They are exposed to the use of computer technology for locating relevant information and generating coursework documents. Prerequisite: None AH104* - Fundamentals of Allied Health Clock Hours: 30 Lecture / 30 Lab Out-of-Class Work Hours: 60 Semester Credit Hours: 2.5 This introductory course provides students with an overview of the allied health field. Basic knowledge of medical language and infectious diseases will be covered. Students will be introduced to workplace safety, standards, and guidelines that have been set up by various government agencies and professional organizations. Prerequisite: None 32 • Anthem Institute Jersey City GRADUATION Graduation Requirements Formal graduation ceremonies are held throughout the year. Students must complete all required coursework within the maximum time frame permitted, obtain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better and satisfactorily complete the externship portion, if applicable, in an approved facility. An Associate of Applied Science Degree or a Diploma is awarded to those meeting the graduation requirements of their respective program of study. CAREER CENTER ROLE OF CAREER CENTER Graduates are advised regarding opportunities for job interviews. While no ethical School can guarantee employment, Anthem Institute makes a sincere effort toward the successful placement of all of its graduates. The School believes that assisting graduating students in obtaining employment is one of its most important responsibilities. Each student participates in instruction regarding proper interview techniques, preparation of resumés, and letters of introduction prior to being given directions on how to conduct a job search. Student referrals for job placement result from direct contact between the School’s Career Center and prospective employers. Student placement and placement rates are based on multiple outcomes. The programs are not represented to lead to any particular outcome, including the program title. Following graduation or at any other time thereafter, graduates may take advantage of the School’s Placement Assistance Program at no charge. The School makes a reasonable effort to satisfy the wishes of a graduate as to location and type of employment. The more flexible a graduate can be regarding initial employment, the easier it is for the School to assist in placement. Failure on the student’s part to follow placement procedures may result in discontinuation of placement services. Obtaining employment in their field of study is ultimately the student’s responsibility and that they are expected to make independent efforts to obtain employment. www.anthem.edu • 33 ACADEMIC POLICIES & PROCEDURES Attendance The importance of good attendance for learning and for career preparation can never be overemphasized. Courses may contain multiple teacher-to-student and student-to-student interaction, learning activities, and/or extensive discipline-specific lab work that involve specialized equipment. Students must be physically present in order to learn and to garner the greatest understanding from these experiences. As our students graduate and move from training into their careers, the employer will require dependability and punctuality. The School’s attendance policy approximates the expectations found in a work environment and is designed to help students develop the discipline of regular and prompt attendance. No matter how skilled the person, an employee is valuable only when present on the job. Therefore, students are expected to attend all scheduled classes and be on time. The loss of subject material due to tardiness or absence can be very costly in this intensive educational environment. In the event of an emergency or an unavoidable absence, a student must contact his/her instructor and/or the Director of Education. If a student’s cumulative absences reach 10% or more of the scheduled hours, she/he may be placed on Attendance Warning. Students whose cumulative absences reach 15% of the scheduled hours may be required to appear before the Attendance Review Board and be placed on attendance restrictions or placed under other action as deemed appropriate by the Board. A student who is absent for fourteen (14) consecutive calendar days (excluding school holidays and scheduled breaks) will be automatically terminated from school. Anthem Institute does not permit a student to ‘make up’ absences which have accrued on the attendance record during lab or lecture classes. However, during the externship portion of training, all absences must be made up to ensure completion of the required number of extern hours prior to graduation. 34 • Anthem Institute Jersey City Academic Honesty As future members of the professional workforce, students are required to conduct themselves with academic honesty as they perform learning activities in their academic program. Established academic dishonesty may lead to disciplinary actions, up to and including dismissal from the school. The following are examples of punishable academic dishonesty: • Plagiarism; • Theft or abuse of another person’s work; • Misrepresenting the quality of one’s own or another’s work by altering grade or attendance records; • Unauthorized collaboration in completing an assignment; • Cheating during a test/exam or any other assessment activity; • Any other academic activity prohibited by the instructor of the course. If the student believes that the academic dishonesty instance was inaccurately established or the disciplinary action exercised inappropriately, an appeal may be made in writing to the Director of Education and/or Executive Director, following the official appeal procedure of the school. ACADEMIC POLICIES & PROCEDURES, continued Library and Learning Resources Anthem Institute has a Reading Room and Online Library available to all students, faculty, and staff. Materials applicable to the programs of study presented at the School are available in hard-copy and/or electronic formats. In addition to bookshelves, the Reading Room is furnished with study tables and chairs where students may work individually or in groups. Students are able to check out materials with the assistance of Library staff or other assigned personnel. The Reading Room is open Monday through Friday per hours posted at the school. The campus subscribes to online, academic databases through the subscription plans offered by the Library and Information Resources Network (LIRN). Also, through vendor-direct subscriptions, other electronic collections may be included to enhance the collection as appropriate to the campus needs. The databases are available 24/7 from any Internet-connected computer via the STARS portals for students, instructors, and staff. When on-campus, students may use the computers in the Reading Room for access to the Online Library and to view their STARS accounts. Jersey City Free Public Library 472 Jersey Avenue Jersey City, NJ 201-547-4500 Mon. - Thur. 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Fri. - Sat. 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Congressman Frank J. Guarini Library New Jersey City University 2039 Kennedy Blvd. Jersey City, NJ 201-200-3030 Mon. - Thur. 7:30 AM –10:00 PM Fri. 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Sat. 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sun. 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Copyright Infringement Policy All books and institutional materials provided to the student by Anthem Institute are subject to the protection of the copyright law of the United States (Title 17, U.S. Code). Any individual responsible for copyright infringement on such books and materials may be subject to civil/criminal liability. For more information about copyright law, please visit the U.S. Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov. Externships Externship Philosophy In some of our programs, externship is required as an integral and culminating part of the program of study, and it offers students an excellent opportunity to learn directly from the working professionals in their field of study. It is also a true test of students’ ability to apply the knowledge and skills they have gained in the didactical and clinical courses to the actual situations in a healthcare setting. A meaningful and successful experience in externship will further prepare our students for the professional work they have aspired to do, and therefore, students are expected to demonstrate their passion, devotion, professionalism, and sustained efforts to complete it within a designated time period. Through the externship experience, students gain confidence and prepare themselves for the transition from the classroom into a professional career. Additional Consideration for Allied Health Care Students Should it be determined by the instructional staff and School administration that at the end of a student’s training he is not considered to be “safe” with regard to patient welfare, he is retained in the classroom (review status) until he is: 1) considered safe, and shall advance to externship; 2) not considered safe, at which time he will be terminated. In either case the time frame shall not exceed one month. NOT SAFE is defined as follows: In the expert opinion of the Instructors, Team Lead, and Director of Education, the student may put patients and other medical professionals at risk by use of improper or inadequate practice of medical procedures or tasks. These risks include, but are not limited to: poor aseptic technique, inadequate instrument or procedure knowledge, or unprofessional behavior. INDEPENDENT STUDY COURSES Independent Study courses are limited and must be approved by the Campus Executive Director. The Director of Education will request an independent study on a case-by-case basis by submitting a Request for Independent Study Form. Independent study courses are not available for all programs or all program courses. www.anthem.edu • 35 ACADEMIC POLICIES & PROCEDURES, continued Make-Up Work Students are expected to attend all scheduled hours and complete all coursework for each class in their program. Students are allowed to make-up limited amounts of coursework to ensure that they may continue to be successful, even when extenuating circumstances arise that cause students to miss portions of class. The Make-Up Work policy in no way alters the attendance or other requirements as stated in the school catalog. Tutoring The School faculty arrange and conduct a number of interactive activities in which students are able to reinforce learning material presented in their program of study. Tutoring is available through scheduling with faculty for one-on-one or group style review of material and development of study skills. Review classes are also held prior to certification and licensure exams. Additional laboratory time is available for students wishing to practice the hands-on performance of technical applications. Special Recognition Awards Students have the opportunity to earn special awards while pursuing their studies. Specific awards that can be achieved are Attendance Excellence and various Academic Excellence Awards. The accomplishments are acknowledged by the presentation of special certificates at graduation. Students who achieve a cumulative grade point average of 95% or higher graduate with honors. Transcripts An official Student Transcript is maintained for each student. The transcript provides a complete record of all course grades. Anthem Institute will supply a reasonable number of official transcripts to whomever the student or graduate designates. There is no charge for this service. The School reserves the right to limit the number of transcripts provided at no charge. A hold may be placed on the issuing of official transcripts for students who have not made arrangements for all financial obligations to the School, have not participated in an exit interview with the Financial Aid Department, and/or have not completed all requested Career Center paperwork. 36 • Anthem Institute Jersey City Transfer of Credit to Other Institutions Decisions concerning the acceptance of credits by any other institution are made at the sole discretion of the receiving institution. As such, credits earned at Anthem Institute may not be transferable to another academic institution. Students considering continuing their education at, or transferring to, either another Anthem Education school or an unaffiliated school, must not assume that credits earned at Anthem Institute will be accepted by the receiving institution. It is their responsibility to determine whether that school will accept their college credits, and Anthem Institute encourages that students make this determination as early as possible. Anthem Institute does not imply, promise, or guarantee transferability of its credits to any other institution. LEAVE OF ABSENCE Students who have a family or personal emergency at any time in the program prior to beginning externship* may take a Leave of Absence (LOA) from the Institution and will not be required to apply for readmission. The student must make a written request for LOA and attach all applicable supporting documentation. The written request must state the nature of the emergency and when the student is planning to resume classes. The LOA may not exceed 180 calendar days within any 12-month period. The request for LOA must be approved by the Institution and must begin at the start of a module. Once approved, the student is considered to be on an approved LOA. The approved LOA may affect the student’s financial aid eligibility and the expected grad date. The student must return by the first scheduled class day of the return module or the student will be withdrawn. Pursuant to the Department of Veteran’s Affairs Guidelines, students receiving veteran’s benefits will not be eligible for veteran’s educational benefits while on Leave of Absence. *LOAs may be available to students on externship in certain circumstances. Students on externship with emergency situations should discuss with the Director of Education to determine if the LOA is an option. ACADEMIC POLICIES & PROCEDURES, continued Quality Commitment Program If there is an area of study in which the Graduate feels that he needs some retraining or updating, Anthem Institute will retrain him at no cost. This is an offer which can be utilized as many times as necessary provided the School offers the graduates' program of study at the time the retraining is requested. If the Graduate should have any technical questions while on the job, he may call the School and request to speak to the Director of Education, who in turn will have the call returned by the appropriate expert in that area. LEAVE OF INTENT The College recognizes that scheduling conflicts and rare situations may arise which may require a short term leave. To accommodate those circumstances, a Leave of Intent (“LOI”) may be granted from the College. Students in clock hour programs are not eligible for LOIs. The students on an approved LOI will not be required to apply for re-admission. The gap in attendance during an LOI may not exceed the time period of one module or term. Students cannot exceed a gap in attendance of more than 45 consecutive days for Federal Student Financial Aid purposes. The request for LOI must be signed by the student and contain documentation to support their extenuating circumstances. All requests are evaluated for approval by the College on an individual basis. The LOI must begin at the start of a module/term and must be approved on or before the actual module/term start date for the LOI. Once approved, the student is considered to be on an approved LOI. A LOI can impact the student’s financial aid eligibility and could result in future schedule complications. Students who fail to return from a scheduled LOI will be withdrawn and must re-enter to resume their program. Courses that have been assigned for the module of the LOI will be recorded on the academic transcript as an early drop (EDR). Termination by the School At its sole discretion, the School reserves the right to terminate any student who fails to maintain passing grades, fails to adhere to any of the standards or policies stated in the catalog, fails to make tuition payments as agreed, destroys any property of the School (the student may be held liable for repair and/or replacement of the damaged property) or when the action is deemed necessary to protect the reputation of the School or the student body. Changes to Programs, Schedules, etc. The College reserves the right to make changes to school policies, the instructional staff, equipment and curriculum to reflect the current technology; to reset class schedules and hours; to consolidate classes and to change locations. Course Equivalency Course equivalency is a term used to describe the situation where a student elects to register for a course which is deemed to be equally as (or more) challenging than a specific course listed in the curriculum, yet contains a minimum percentage of nearlyidentical course objectives. In determining equivalency, the director of education will review the content and objectives of each course and decide if the desired outcomes of the courses align to a 75% standard. The graded equivalent course will reflect on the student transcript. Course Waiver / Course Substitution A course waiver may be granted by the director of education and waives the requirement for a student to take a required course listed in the curriculum because the director of education has determined that the student already has the knowledge and skills taught in the course and would not benefit from repeating the content. A course waiver does not result in the awarding of credit. A student who has been granted a course waiver must elect to take a substitute course to earn the required number of credits necessary to meet graduation requirements. Students wishing to petition for a waiver are required to gather sufficient documentation and/or justification to warrant the action. A course substitution is a course which takes the place of a required course in a curriculum, but requires a course waiver to have first been approved by the director of education. All substitutions must remain within the student’s general area of study and support the intended outcomes of the student’s diploma/degree program. www.anthem.edu • 37 ACADEMIC POLICIES & PROCEDURES, continued Credit Transfer Requests for transfer of credits must be made at enrollment by submitting a form, along with unofficial transcripts, to the director of education. Upon receipt of official transcripts, transfer credit will be only be granted based on the following criteria: • Coursework must have been completed at a public or private accredited four-year university, two-year junior/community college, military school, or other accredited postsecondary educational institution recognized by the Secretary of the US Department of Education. • Comparability of Course Content – For technical/occupational courses, course content must meet a majority of the curriculum’s course competencies. – For general education courses, courses will be accepted for transfer if in the same disciplines/subject areas required in the curriculum. – Courses which do not meet the standards of a course equivalency and will not directly replace a required course in the curriculum may only be transferred in as elective credit. • Comparability of Credits Earned – Credits earned at another institution must be equal to (or greater than) the number of credits earned for the curriculum’s equivalent credit. Partial credit will not be given. • A grade of “C” of a 2.0 or higher must have been earned for the course. Typically, grades issued with “pass/fail” or “satisfactory/unsatisfactory” are non-transferable. In some programs, after a review of the transferring school’s policies, grades of “pass/fail” or “satisfactory/unsatisfactory” may be accepted. Official transcripts from other institutions must be received prior to the end of the second module of attendance. It is the student’s responsibility to secure transcripts and to provide school catalogs and/or course syllabi when requested in order to complete an evaluation. If the transcripts are not in English, they must be translated and evaluated by an approved agency, at the student’s expense. Students will receive a grade of “TRA” for transfer credit courses. There is a one-time fee of $250.00 to review all transcripts, from one or more institutions included in the same request for transfer of credits. The College will determine the number of transfer credits accepted and any necessary adjustments to the student’s record. Credits transferred in have no effect on CGPA or SAP. Credits by examination and transfer of credit, in any combination, may not exceed 50% (for diploma or associate degree programs) or 75% (for bachelor degree programs), respectively, of a program’s total number of credits. 38 • Anthem Institute Jersey City Course transfers refer only to courses earned from institutions other than those within the Anthem Education Group family of schools. All credit attempted at an Anthem Education Group campus will be used in the calculation of CGPA and SAP. Program Transfers Any student who wishes to transfer programs must submit a request in writing to the Team Lead of the student’s current program. A program transfer is: • a change from one field of study to another field of study; or • into or from non-standard evening programs (6 week evening technical programs). A student is allowed only one ‘field of study’ program transfer while enrolled at our institution but the student may apply for the transfer at any point in his or her enrollment. The Director of Education may approve or deny the application for transfer of program. Academic Eligibility Requirements A student must be making satisfactory academic progress in order to be eligible to transfer programs. If a student is at the point of dismissal for failing to meet one or more academic progress standard(s) in the first program, that student must be dismissed, appeal the dismissal, and have the appeal granted based on mitigating circumstances before transferring to the new program. Under no circumstances can a request to transfer programs circumvent an academic dismissal. Appeal and Re-entry Students who are withdrawn or terminated by the school may apply for re-entry through the Admissions Department. Students re-entering the school may be subject to current tuition rates for the time required to complete the program, plus a $20.00 reinstatement fee and may be required to re-enter on probationary status. ACADEMIC POLICIES & PROCEDURES, continued Final Grade Appeals Students who believe their final course grade is incorrect should make every effort to resolve the issue with the instructor directly. If a mutual agreement is not reached between the student and instructor, the student has 30 days from the end of the course to appeal the final grade determination. The appeal must be in writing and addressed to the Director of Education. The academic judgment of the instructor is presumed correct, so the appeal must provide detailed information on why the student believes the grade is incorrect. Students will be notified of the outcome of the appeal within 30 days of submission. STUDENT COMPLAINT / GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE / DUE PROCESS Should a student have a concern, complaint or grievance, they should follow the procedure below: (unless a different procedure is called for elsewhere in this catalog): 1. If the concern, complaint or grievance pertains to an individual faculty member, the student should first discuss the concern, complaint or grievance with that particular faculty member. 2. If the concern, complaint or grievance is not resolved after meeting with the faculty member, or if the issue is program-related, the student should discuss such issue with the Program Chair. 3. If the concern, complaint or grievance does not pertain to the student’s program, or has not been resolved up to this point the student should obtain a Grievance Form from the Director of Education. 4. The Grievance Form should be completed by the student and submitted to the Director of Education. 5. The Director of Education will review the Grievance Form and decide what action, if any, should be taken. 6. The Director of Education may schedule a personal interview with the student and/or any staff or faculty involved in the situation. Interviews may be conducted in person or over the phone. 7. The student will be notified of the Director of Education’s decision regarding the grievance within five (5) business days of receipt of the grievance. 8. If the student feels the issue remains unresolved, he or she may submit the grievance to the Campus Executive Director. 9. The Campus Executive Director may elect to receive the grievance in writing or in person. The Campus Executive Director will review the grievance and all previous actions/decisions made in regard to the grievance. The Campus Executive Director may schedule a personal interview with the student and/or any staff or faculty involved in the situation. Interviews may be conducted in person or over the phone. 10. The student will be notified of the Campus Executive Director’s decision regarding the grievance within five (5) business days of receipt of the grievance. 11. If the student continues to feel that the issue remains unresolved after being notified of the Campus Executive Director’s decision, the student may submit their concern in writing to the Corporate Office Director of Education at the Central Office. 12. The Corporate Office Director of Education will review the submitted material and may schedule a personal interview with the student and/or any staff or faculty involved in the situation. Interviews may be conducted in person or over the phone. 13.The Corporate Office Director of Education will make a recommendation to the Campus Executive Director in response to the grievance. 14. The student will be informed of any decision within in five (5) business days of receipt of the grievance. Schools accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges must have a procedure and operational plan for handling student complaints. If a student does not feel that the School has adequately addressed a complaint or concern, the student may consider contacting the Accrediting Commission. All complaints considered by the Commission must be in written form, with permission from the complainant for the Commission to forward a copy of the complaint to the School for a response. The complainant will be kept informed as to the status of the complaint as well as the final resolution by the Commission. Please direct all inquiries to: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 2101 Wilson Blvd., Ste. 302, Arlington, VA 22201 (703-247-4212). A copy of the Commission’s Complaint Form is available at the School and may be obtained by contacting the Director of Education. Grievances for Section 504, Title IX, Title VI and Age Complaints For any grievances relating to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex and sexual harassment), Title VI prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin), or the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (prohibiting discrimination on the basis of age), the following steps are to be taken: Step 1: An alleged formal discrimination grievance complaint should first be made to the Director of Education. Students are strongly encouraged to file their complaint as soon as possible. Accept as required to investigate the complaint, the complaint and www.anthem.edu • 39 ACADEMIC POLICIES & PROCEDURES, continued investigative results will be held in strictest confidence. Grievance filing: Grievances filed shall be in writing on a form provided by the Director of Education, and shall provide the following information: 1) name and address of grievant; 2) nature of alleged violation; 3) name of persons responsible for alleged violation (where known); 4) requested relief or corrective action (specification of desired relief shall be at the option of grievant); 5) any background information grievant believes relevant (e.g., names or groups of other persons affected by the violation, etc). Once the grievance form is received, the Director of Education will conduct an investigation and present their findings to the student and the Executive Director, along with suggested resolution within twenty (20) school days. The Executive Director will maintain the complaint on file. Step 2: If not resolved at Step 1, the decision may be appealed to the School’s Title VI/Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator within ten (10) school days from the date of the Step 1 decision. The Title VI/Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator will review the Student’s appeal and render a determination within fifteen (15) school days. An appeal must be submitted in writing clarifying why the student disagrees with the decision within ten (10) days of the date of the letter of findings. Further, if a student appeals the findings in his or her case, the student will need to specify in writing the reason(s) for his or her appeal. Step 3: If not resolved at Step 2, the decision may be appealed, to the School’s Regional President, who functions as the final mediator at the local level, within fifteen (15) school days from the date of the Step 2 decision. The Regional President will then review the Student’s appeal and render a determination within 15 school days from receipt of the appeal. Retaliation in any form for the filing of a complaint on the basis of Section 504 (disability discrimination), including Title IX (sex discrimination and sexual harassment), Title VI (race, color, or national origin discrimination) Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (age discrimination), is prohibited and shall not in any way affect the status, grades or work assignments of the person who reports such discrimination or harassment. 40 • Anthem Institute Jersey City If discrimination on the basis of Age, Sex, Race, or Sexual Harassment is established, appropriate corrective and remedial actions will be taken. The location and phone number of the Title VI/Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator is: Executive Director 40 Journal Square Jersey City, NJ 07306 Phone: (201) 876-3800 Changing Programs If a student changes programs, only those courses that apply toward the new program will be counted in calculating the number of credits attempted and in calculating the cumulative GPA. Additional Programs If a graduate of Anthem Institute enrolls in a new program at the school, only those courses that apply toward the new program will be counted in calculating the number of credits attempted and in calculating the cumulative GPA. Exceptions The Executive Director may make exceptions to policy as deemed appropriate. SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS STANDARDS OF SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (SAP) POLICY All students must meet the following minimum standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP): • Achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) at all pre-determined evaluation point; • Achieve a minimum completion percentage (CP) at all pre-determined evaluation points; and • Complete the program of study within a Maximum Time Frame (MTF), which is one and one-half times the number of credit hours or clock hours and weeks required for the specified program of study. Anthem defines Satisfactory Academic Progress as follows: Diploma Programs (less than one academic year in length) Bachelor’s Degree Programs Required Evaluation Point CGPA Completion % End of 1st AY ± 1.25 55% End of 2nd AY 2.0 60% 50% of MTF 2.0 60% 75% of MTF 2.0 67% 100% of MTF 2.0 67% End of each subsequent AY 2.0 67% CGPA Completion % End of 1st AY ± 2.0 55% 50% of MTF 3.0 60% 75% of MTF 3.0 67% 100% of MTF 3.0 67% Master’s Degree Programs Required Evaluation Point Required Evaluation Point CGPA Completion % 50% of Standard Program Length 1.5 60% End of 2nd AY 3.0 67% 100% of Standard Program Length 2.0 67% End of each subsequent AY 3.0 67% Diploma Programs (one academic year or more in length) CONSEQUENCES FOR NOT MEETING SAP Required Evaluation Point Financial Aid Probation Financial Aid Probation occurs when a student who is receiving Title IV funds is not meeting the minimum SAP standards at one of the SAP evaluation points. The student immediately loses eligibility for Title IV funds. The student must submit an appeal within 10 calendar days of notification that follows the Appeal guidelines set out below. Students who successfully appeal are allowed to continue in school and will have financial aid eligibility reinstated. Students who do not appeal or whose appeal is denied will be dismissed. CGPA Completion % 25% of MTF 1.25 55% End of 1st AY ± 1.25 55% 50% of MTF 1.5 60% 75% of MTF 2.0 67% 100% of MTF 2.0 67% CGPA Completion % End of 1st AY ± 1.25 55% 50% of MTF 1.5 60% End of 2nd AY 2.0 60% 75% of MTF 2.0 67% 100% of MTF 2.0 67% End of each subsequent AY 2.0 67% Associate’s Degree Programs Required Evaluation Point Academic Probation Academic Probation occurs when a student is not meeting the minimum SAP standards at one of the SAP evaluation points. The student must submit an appeal within 10 calendar days of notification that follows the Appeal guidelines set out below. Students who successfully appeal are allowed to continue in school. Students who do not appeal or whose appeal is denied will be dismissed. www.anthem.edu • 41 SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS, continued Probation Advising Plan Students placed on Financial Aid or Academic Probation will be advised by campus staff and will be required to follow the terms and conditions of a Probation Advising Plan. This may include mandatory tutoring sessions. The Probation Advising Plan is designed to assist the student in reaching the SAP standards at a subsequent evaluation point. Students on Probation will receive academic advising at minimum once per class. Students may remain on Academic or Financial Aid Probation for one or more evaluation points as long as they are meeting the terms and conditions of the Probation Advising Plan. Course Retakes Students may repeat classes to improve their CGPA and can receive Federal Financial Aid only once for any course that was previously completed with a passing grade or for which they already received a diploma in their program. Maximum Time Frame (MTF) In addition to meeting the criteria listed above, to make Satisfactory Academic Progress, students must complete the total credit hours of their program within 150% of the normal duration of the program (in credit hours for credit hour programs or weeks for clock hour programs). If a student is projected to be unable to complete the program within 150% of the normal duration, the student will be dismissed. Academic Warning If a student is in jeopardy of falling below SAP standards, the student may be placed on Academic Warning. The student will be advised on how to meet SAP standards at the next evaluation point. REMOVAL FROM PROBATION OR WARNING Students may be removed from Academic or Financial Aid Probation when they meet or exceed the SAP standards at an evaluation point or are meeting the measurements of their Plan. Students may be removed from Academic Warning when they are no longer in jeopardy of falling below the SAP standards at the next evaluation point. 42 • Anthem Institute Jersey City DISMISSAL AND APPEAL Students on Academic or Financial Aid probation who fail to meet the terms of the Probation Advising Plan will be dismissed from the school. Students who are projected to be unable to complete the program within the Maximum Timeframe will also be dismissed from the school at the time when the determination is made. Students may appeal the decision of the school to place them on Probation and/or the decision to dismiss them. For an appeal to be considered, it must: • Be submitted to the Director of Education or Executive Director in writing; • Explain the reasons why the student was not successful in meeting the SAP standards; and • Explain what has changed in the student’s circumstances to allow success in the future. Documentation of the mitigating circumstances may be requested by the school. All appeal letters will be reviewed by the Appeals Committee and responded to in writing within ten (10) days. If an appeal for exceeding the Maximum Time Frame is approved the student will not be eligible for Federal Student Aid for the remainder of that program. EXTENDED ENROLLMENT STATUS Students not achieving the minimum standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress, or who fail to meet the minimum standards at the end of the probationary period, may be dismissed from Anthem, unless the student wishes to continue without being eligible for Federal Financial Aid. Students may request Extended Enrollment Status for one quarter to attempt to regain eligibility for Federal Financial Aid. Students on Extended Enrollment Status will be charged the appropriate tuition and fees, but will not be eligible for any Federal Financial Aid, and will be required to pay cash for all tuition and fees at the beginning of the module. After the quarter is completed, the student may be allowed to continue on Extended Enrollment Status for a subsequent quarter if approved by the Director of Education and Executive Director. While on Extended Enrollment Status, students should strive to improve their academic performance and meet the SAP requirements. The Extended Enrollment Status term counts towards the Maximum Time Frame to complete the program. The student and Anthem’s Education Department must agree upon the conditions for Extended Enrollment Status in writing. SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS, continued STANDARDS OF SATISFACTORY PROGRESS FOR STUDENTS RECEIVING VETERAN ADMINISTRATIONS (VA) EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS In addition to adhering to the general SAP requirements, students receiving VA educational benefits (VA students) must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.0 at the end of each quarter. A VA student whose CGPA falls below 2.0 at the end of any quarter will be placed on academic probation for a maximum of two consecutive quarters of enrollment. If the VA student's CGPA is still below 2.0 at the end of the second consecutive quarter of probation, the student's VA educational benefits will be terminated. However, they may still be eligible to receive Federal Student Aid. A VA student terminated from VA educational benefits due to unsatisfactory progress may petition Anthem to be recertified to receive VA educational benefits after one quarter has elapsed and after attaining a CGPA of 2.0. Students using VA educational benefits must consult with the Director of Education for advising prior to changing programs of study. Grading Scale for students enrolled in the following programs beginning on or after April 24th, 2014 or transferring/converting into the following programs on or after April 24, 2014. DEFINITIONS CGPA – Cumulative Grade Point Average is the average of all grades for the student in the current program of enrollment. It is calculated by adding up the corresponding numeric grade for each class (e.g. A = 4.0; B = 3.0) and dividing the sum by the total number of classes. CP – Completion Percentage is the number of credit hours or clock hours and weeks completed divided by the number of credit hours or clock hours and weeks attempted in the program. Notes of Explanation * Programs treated as clock hour programs due to state licensure requirements are also treated as clock hour programs for purposes of the Satisfactory Academic Progress policy. The Completion Percentage and Maximum Timeframe for clock hour programs are measured in clock hours and weeks. STUDENT PROGRESS–GRADING SYSTEM Students Receive a progress report each module or at any time upon their request. Students will receive grades according to the following grade scale, unless a different grading system applies to their program: A AB+ B BC+ C CD+ D DF 4.00 3.67 3.33 3.00 2.67 2.33 2.00 1.67 1.33 1.00 0.67 0.00 93-100 90-92 87-89 83-86 80-82 77-79 73-76 70-72 67-69 63-66 60-62 0-59 Excellent Good Average Poor Failing A ^ may be used for scheduled courses that are not attempted or attended. Prior grade information: • When given for Transitional Studies courses (ENG 095 and MTH 095), any grades do not count towards CGPA. • D grade was used at Anthem College Phoenix for a 60 – 69%. It carried 1.0 quality points but was not considered passing in concentration courses. • N grade was used for courses not attempted • W grade was given for students who withdrew from school. • E/TR grade was used for transfer credits. • L grade was used for students who left a course to take a Leave of Absence. It counted as credits attempted but did not carry quality points. • P – P/F, F – P/F, W – P/F, N – P/F grades were used for Pass/Fail courses to indicate a Pass, Fail, Withdrawal, or Not Attempted, respectively. • FR/R grade was used for repeated courses. • T grade was used for students who transferred out of a course. It counted as credits attempted but did not carry quality points. • TO grade was given for students who tested out of the course. • UA, UB, and UC grades were used to indicate that a student has passed the course with an A, B, or C respectively but had unsatisfactory attendance. www.anthem.edu • 43 SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS, continued • – grade was used for lab courses. • WF was given for students who stopped attending within the last week of a course. It carried 0.0 quality points and counted as credits attempted. · AU was given for courses audited in accordance with the previous Audit Course Policy. The AU grade is not calculated as credits attempted or credits earned and does not carry any quality points. It is not included in the calculation of CP, MTF, or CGPA. · W was used to indicate a withdrawal. Course Repeats A student who receives a letter grade lower than a C in a concentration course or lower than a D in a general education or core course must successfully retake the course to meet graduation requirements. A student may repeat the same course a maximum of 2 times. A student who unsuccessfully attempts the same course 3 times is dismissed from the school. In addition, a student who unsuccessfully attempts 3 consecutive courses is dismissed from school. Failed grades (D or F in a concentration course or an F in a general education core course) negatively impact a student’s completion percentage (CP) and cumulative grade point average (CGPA) in accordance with the Grading Scale and Effect of Grades on SAP. When a failed course is successfully retaken, the original grade is changed to an RPT. The RPT grade counts as credits attempted and negatively impacts a student’s completion percentage (CP) but does not affect the CGPA. Students will be charged for each course repeat on a prorated basis in accordance with the tuition and fees outlined in the enrollment agreement. LDR The LDR grade is given when a student stops attending or withdraws from a course for any reason after they are officially confirmed in their registered course, typically beyond four (4) days after the course is started. The LDR grade is counted as credits attempted but do not carry any quality points. It is included in the calculation of CP and MTF but not included in the calculation of CGPA. Incomplete Externships All students on externship have 8 weeks to complete the required hours. A student who completes the hours within the 8 weeks will receive a grade of ‘S’ (Satisfactory). A student who does not complete the hours within the 8 weeks will receive a grade of ‘I’ (Incomplete) and will be provided additional time to complete depending on the total number of hours in the externship. • For externships that are less than 300 hours, 1 additional 8 week period is allowed. • For externships that are more than 300 hours, but less than 400 hours, 2 additional 8 week periods are allowed. • For externships that are more than 400 hours, 3 additional 8 week periods are allowed. A student who completes the required hours within the additional timeframe will receive an ‘S’ (Satisfactory). A student who does not complete the required hours within the timeframe will receive a ‘U’ (Unsatisfactory) for the externship course. Pass The S grade is given for satisfactory work in courses of which the final grade is designated as Pass or Fail. The S grade is counted as credits attempted and credits earned but does not carry any quality points. It is included in the calculation of CP and MTF but not included in the calculation of CGPA. Transfer Credits Transfer credits granted in accordance with our Transfer Credit Policy as detailed in the Credit for Prior Education section of the catalog count toward meeting overall program credit requirements. Approved transfer credits are given a grade of TRA. The TRA grade is counted as credits attempted and credits earned but does not carry any quality points. It is included in the calculation of CP and MTF but not included in the calculation of CGPA. Not Attempted When a student drops a class within the first four (4) calendar* days of the registered course, the student is assigned a grade of EDR for the course. The EDR grade is not counted as credits attempted or credits earned and does not carry any quality points. It is not included in the calculation of CP, MTF, or CGPA. *three (3) scheduled class days for externship courses. 44 • Anthem Institute Jersey City SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS, continued CLARIFICATION OF OTHER RELATED TOPICS Program Transfers If a student changes programs or enrolls into a new program, only those courses that apply to the new program in accordance with the Credit for Prior Education section of the catalog will be counted in calculating the number of credits attempted and in calculating the CGPA. Any unsuccessful attempts at applicable courses will also be counted in the calculation. A student must be making satisfactory academic progress in order to be eligible to transfer programs. See the Program Transfer Policy for additional information on program transfers. School to School Transfers A student must be making satisfactory academic progress in order to be eligible to transfer from one Anthem Education school to another Anthem Education school. A student who has been academically dismissed and wishes to transfer to another Anthem Education school must appeal the dismissal at the originating school and receive reinstatement prior to the transfer. Leave of Absence A Leave of Absence is not included in the calculation of MTF since no credits are attempted during that time. However, if a student begins a Leave of Absence beyond four (4) days after the start of a class, the student will receive a LDR grade for that class. The LDR is included in credits attempted for the purposes of calculating the CP and MTF. Grade Corrections After any grade correction is made or a failed course is retaken, a SAP evaluation will be completed to determine whether the student’s status at the most recent evaluation point requires correction. MAKE-UP GRADED ASSESSMENTS (TESTS, EXAMS, AND QUIZZES) Students are permitted to make up one (1) assessment per course within two (2) days of return to class. The student will have 10% deducted from the earned assessment score. If a student does not make up the assessment within the two (2) days he will receive a zero (0) for the assessment. It is the responsibility of the student to make arrangements for the make-up assessment. Arrangement for the make-up should be coordinated with the Faculty, Team Lead, or Director of Education. There will be no make-up of final exams for courses except under extreme extenuating circumstances. Permission to make up a final examination must be obtained from the Team Lead or Director of Education. If a student arrives late for class, and an assessment is still in progress, the student may take the assessment without penalty. However, if a student is present on assessment day and doesn’t take the assessment, the student receives a zero (0). Permission to take an assessment in advance must have the approval of the Team Lead or the Director of Education and may only be granted in situations where there are extenuating circumstances. MAKE-UP ASSIGNMENTS If a student misses an assignment due to absences or tardiness the assignment will have ten (10) points deducted from the score. If a student does not make-up the assignment within two (2) days of his return to class, the student will receive a zero (0) for the assignment. If the assignment is worth 10 points or less the student receives a zero, but not a negative score. If a student is present on the day an assignment is due and fails to turn in an assignment, he receives a zero (0). Technology Programs ONLY: all labs must be turned in no later than two (2) days before the final exam. Permission to make up of any additional assignments may be granted by the Team Lead or Director of Education in situations where there are extenuating circumstances. THE ROLE OF THE FINANCIAL AID DEPARTMENT The Financial Aid Department confirms the academic progress of students before any disbursement is made. This is to ensure that only those students who are making Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), as defined by the policies, are considered to be in good standing and eligible to receive Federal Financial Aid. www.anthem.edu • 45 FINANCIAL AID FINANCIAL AID Anthem Institute is committed to assisting its students in developing financial plans for their education through a combination of loans, grants, family contributions, and other sources of aid. The United States Department of Education offers several major financial aid programs to help students finance their education after high school. For those who qualify, Anthem Institute participates in the following: • Federal Pell Grant Program - For many students this grant provides a foundation of financial aid to which aid from other Federal and non-Federal sources may be added. Unlike loans, a Federal Pell Grant does not have to be paid back. Eligibility is determined by a standard formula based on need. • Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program (FSEOG). Like the Federal Pell Grant, FSEOG awards do not have to be paid back. This financial need-based grant is awarded to undergraduate students in their first academic year of their program of study. Preference is given to applicants who are eligible for a Federal Pell Grant. • Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans are awarded on the basis of financial need and require attendance of at least half-time each quarter in order to be eligible for the loan. Students will not be charged any interest until their loan enters repayment or during authorized periods of deferment. The federal government subsidizes the interest during these periods. The maximum interest rate on the Federal Subsidized loan is 8.25%, effective 7/1/2013. The interest is adjusted annually based on the Federal Treasury Bill on July 1st of each year. Effective July 1, 2013 the rate was 3.86%. Students will be notified by the Federal Department of Education and/or their loan servicer of interest rate changes throughout the life of their loan. Students will pay a fee of up to 1.072% of the loan amount; these fees are deducted proportionately from each disbursement of their loan. Students must begin repaying these loans six months after they graduate, withdraw from the College, or drop below half-time enrollment. Entrance and exit interview are required of all Federal Direct Stafford Loan borrowers. 46 • Anthem Institute Jersey City • Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans are not awarded on the basis of financial need and requires attendance of at least half time each quarter to be eligible for the loan. Students will be charged interest from the time the loan is disbursed until it is paid in full. The maximum interest rate on the unsubsidized loan is 8.25%, effective July 1, 2013. The interest rate is adjusted annually based on the Federal Treasury Bill on July 1st of each year. Effective July 1, 2013 the rate was 3.86. Students will be notified by the Federal Department of Education and/or their loan servicer of interest rate changes throughout the life of their loan. Students will pay a fee of up to 1.072% of the loan amount; these fees are deducted proportionately from each disbursement of their loan. Students must begin repaying these loans six months after they graduate, withdraw from the College, or drop below half-time enrollment. Entrance and exit interview are required of all Federal Direct Stafford Loan borrowers. • Direct PLUS Loans enable parents with good credit history to borrow funds to pay for educational expenses of each child who is determined to be a dependent undergraduate student enrolled at least half-time. Most of the benefits to parent borrowers are identical in the Direct programs. The maximum interest rate on the Federal Parent PLUS loan is 10.50%, effective 7/1/2013. The interest rate is adjusted annually based on the Federal Treasury Bill on July 1st of each year. Effective July 1, 2013 the rate was 6.41%. Interest is charged on the loan from the date the first disbursement is made until the loan is paid in full. Parents will pay a fee of up to 4.288% of the loan amount; this fee is deducted proportionately each time a disbursement is made. The loan will go in to repayment 60 days after the final loan disbursement for the academic year. There is no grace period for these loans, but parents can contact the Department of Education and/or loan servicer to request that payments be deferred while the student is in school. FINANCIAL AID, continued Federal Loan Repayment Options Although you may select or be assigned a repayment plan when you first begin repaying your student loan, you can change repayment plans at any time. Contact your loan servicer if you would like to discuss repayment plan options or change your repayment plan. You can get information about all of the federal student loans you have received and find the loan servicer for your loans using the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS®). You have a choice of several repayment plans that are designed to meet your needs. The amount you pay and the length of time to repay your loans will vary depending on the repayment plan you choose. Here are the different repayment plans available to you: • Standard Repayment Plan • Graduated Repayment Plan • Extended Repayment Plan • Alternative Repayment Plans (Direct Loan Only) • Income-Based Repayment (IBR) • Income Contingent Repayment (ICR)(Direct Loan Only) • Income-Sensitive Repayment (FFEL Only) • Federal Work Study Program (FWS) - FWS provides opportunities to currently attending students with financial need to earn money while attending school through a job that will be flexible around the student's course schedule. A student should inquire with the Financial Aid Office in regards to employment opportunities funded by FWS. All students will be required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to determine their eligibility. Aid from any of these programs is based first on self-help, which could include cash payments that a student is able to make from savings, part-time job earnings and assistance from parents. The amount of self-help is determined by the Federal Need Analysis Formula as prescribed by the U. S. Department of Education, which evaluates family income and assets. In general, students are eligible to participate in the Federal Financial Aid programs if they: • Have a valid Social Security number. • Have a High School Diploma or a High School Equivalency (GED). • Are a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen. • Complete and sign all appropriate forms. • Are not in default on a federal student loan nor have a federal grant overpayment. • Register with the Selective Service, if required. Once the student begins training and receives a financial aid award, continued eligibility for the programs requires the student to maintain satisfactory progress in accordance with published standards of the School. (See the Satisfactory Academic Progress Section of the Catalog for details.) ALTERNATIVE FUNDING, PRIVATE LOAN PROGRAM Private loans (not sponsored by a government agency) are offered by banks or other financial institutions to parents and students. Private loans can help bridge the financial gap for School expenses, generally at lower interest rates than credit cards. Eligibility for a private loan is determined by the lending institutions. The interest rate on a private loan is usually LIBOR plus 1 to 10 percent. Interest begins accruing when the loan is disbursed. SCHOLARSHIPS Agency-Sponsored Funding Anthem Institute Jersey City participates in several educational sponsorship programs offered by various public and private agencies. These agencies include: Division of Vocational Rehab, Veterans Administration, Department of Labor & Workforce Development, and Newark One Stop Career Center. www.anthem.edu • 47 FINANCIAL AID, continued INSTITUTIONAL LOAN PROGRAM Students may also be eligible for the Anthem College Institutional Loan Program. This Institutional Loan Program provides funds to assist students with meeting the cost of education when annual federal student loan limits have been met and/or other sources of funding are not available. Eligibility for the loan is based on the credit worthiness of the student. Repayment plans vary in length, including repayment options that extend beyond graduation. This loan program has both interest bearing and noninterest bearing options, and all interest rates and total repayment amounts are disclosed on the loan contract. Students are required to make minimum payments while they are in school, including during a Leave of Absence, Leave of Intent or Externship. These loans may be assigned to a Loan Servicer for collections and to administer payments and monthly statements. Students will be notified once their loan has been placed with a Loan Servicing company. The Business Office will also provide the student with loan information and counseling regarding their loan repayment obligations. Students are encouraged to stay current on their monthly payments to avoid possible consequences associated with non-payment. For example, books will not be charged to a student’s account if students are 60 days or more past due on their monthly payments. Students may be withdrawn from the College for non-payment. Diplomas, Transcripts, Degrees and Certifications will NOT be issued unless the student has met all financial obligations. Late payments may be subject to fees, as specified in the Late Charges section of the loan documents. If a scheduled payment is not made within 10 calendar days of the due date, a late charge of $5.00 or 5%, whichever is greater, of the scheduled payment amount may be required with each late payment as an administrative charge. 48 • Anthem Institute Jersey City TUITION Tuition charges are outlined on a student’s Enrollment Agreement and may be paid through cash, grants, loans or a combination thereof. See the “Catalog Supplement” for specific tuition costs. REFUND POLICY REFUND POLICY In the event a student does not enter a program for which he has enrolled, withdraws after beginning classes, or is dismissed from the School prior to completion of the program, a refund of monies paid (applied to the student’s tuition account) is made to the student in accordance with this refund policy. CANCELLATION PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF CLASSES 1. If the School does not accept the applicant, or cancels the Application, all funds paid, including the Application Fee will be fully refunded. 2. If cancellation is requested in writing by the Student (or parent/guardian, if Student is a minor), prior to midnight of the fifth business day (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and business holidays), after signing the Application, all funds paid, including the Application Fee will be refunded. 3. If such cancellation occurs after the five-business day period but before the commencement of classes, the School will retain an amount not to exceed $150, and any tuition deposits paid will be refunded. 4. Students who have not visited the School prior to Application will have the opportunity to withdraw without penalty and have all monies refunded within five days following a tour of the School facilities which would occur on or before the first day of class. 5. Any monies paid by the applicant are refunded to the applicant in the event the School discontinues a program of training during a period of time within which a Student could have reasonably completed the program. 6. Any monies due the applicant shall be refunded within 45 days from cancellation or failure to appear on or before the first day of class. TERMINATION OR WITHDRAWAL AFTER COMMENCEMENT OF CLASSES A student may withdraw in person or in writing. Students who discontinue training for any reason are required to have an exit interview with Financial Aid. TECHNOLOGY FEE REFUND POLICY A technology fee of $225.00 will be charged at the beginning of each program. The technology fee covers the use of the Microsoft software license, Library/Resource Center, internet access, student online resources, and the Emergency Notification System. The refund policy for the fee is as follows: • 100% refundable if all courses are dropped during the first week • 75% is refundable if all courses are dropped after the 1st week up to 6 weeks • 25% is refundable if all courses are dropped after starting the 6th week up to completion of 12 weeks • No refund after completion of the 12th week NEW JERSEY STATE REFUND POLICY For full-time attendance, the school will refund the following: % of the Academic Year Attended During the first week During second and third weeks After third week and up through 25% After 25% through 50% After 50% % of Tuition Charged for the Academic Year (owed by the Student) Retained by School % of Tuition Refunded by School 10% 20% 90% 80% 45% 55% 70% 100% 30% 0% www.anthem.edu • 49 REFUND POLICY, continued FEDERAL RETURN OF TITLE IV FUNDS POLICY – TITLE IV STUDENTS ONLY Students who withdraw from or are terminated by the School prior to completing more than 60% of an enrollment period will have their eligibility for title IV aid re-calculated based on the percent of the enrollment period completed. For example, a student who withdraws completing 30% of the enrollment period will have “earned” only 30% of any Title IV Aid received for that enrollment period. The School and/or the Student must return the remaining 70% to the proper aid programs. The policy shall apply to all students who withdraw, drop out, or are terminated from the institution, and receive financial aid from Title IV Funds. The term “Title IV Funds” include: Federal Pell Grant, FSEOG Grant and Direct Loan Programs. Title IV Aid is earned in a pro-rated manner on a per diem basis up to and including the 60% point of the enrollment period. Title IV Aid is viewed as 100% earned after this point. 1. The percentage of Title IV Aid earned will be calculated as follows: Number of calendar days completed in the Enrollment Period Total calendar days in the Enrollment Period = % of Enrollment Period completed 2. The percentage of Title IV Aid unearned (i.e. to be returned to the appropriate programs) is equal to 100% minus the percent of aid earned. 3. The Student will owe the School any additional charged amount as unpaid institutional charges. 50 • Anthem Institute Jersey City PAYMENT OF REFUNDS Refunds are made within 45 days following the date upon which the Student’s withdrawal has been determined, or for a Student who fails to return from an authorized Leave of Absence (LOA), within 45 days of the date the Student was scheduled to return. Refunds are distributed in the following order: 1. Unsubsidized Direct Loan 2. Subsidized Direct Loan 3. Direct PLUS Loan 4. Federal Pell Grant 5. FSEOG Grant 6. Other Title IV Aid 7. Private sources of aid 8. The student or parent. The student agrees that a refund of less than $1.00 will not be applied to reduce the student's loan debt or refunded to the student but will be retained by the School. ARBITRATION AGREEMENT Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement, or breach thereof, no matter how pleaded or styled, shall be settled by arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act and administered by the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") at Jersey City, New Jersey before a single arbitrator and under the AAA's Commercial Arbitration Rules and applicable supplementary rules and procedures of the AAA in effect at the time the arbitration is brought. Judgment upon the award rendered by the Arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction. SUPPORT SERVICES STUDENT EMPLOYMENT The School assists students in locating part-time and full-time employment. Therefore, many students are able to defray a part of their expenses by working while pursuing their studies. STUDENT ACTIVITIES Anthem Institute offers a wide variety of activities and events for students. There may be organized events such as School attendance contests and T-shirt Days. The students of Anthem Institute also give of their time and skills to various community service projects, such as blood drives and health fairs. CONDUCT, PRIVACY AND SAFETY STUDENT CONDUCT Conduct Students are to treat all members of the staff and other students with respect and dignity. A student who willfully destroys school property, attends the School under the influence of drugs or alcohol, is disruptive, insubordinate, caught cheating, is boisterous, obscene or vulgar may be suspended or terminated. Dress Code and Appearance Standard Policy Our students are preparing for professional employment in business, industry and Allied Health. Our Dress and Appearance Policy was created so that our students always make a very favorable first impression to the hundreds of guests who visit our campuses each year. Many of these visitors are employers or potential employers of our Graduates. Our Allied Health Student Dress Code was also created to be appropriate for the types of activities that students learn and practice while a student. Although the Dress Code / Appearance Standard is primarily common sense, the School feels that it is important for all students to understand the specifics of the policy and to agree, before starting School, to abide by the policy. All Students We expect all of our students to come to school well groomed and clean. If beards are worn, they should be short and neat in appearance. Hair on all students must be a natural color (no blue, green, pink, purple, etc.). Hair must also be neatly combed, clean and pulled away from the face so that it does not hang in the face when bending over. In addition, no hats, caps or hair coverings of any kind are to be worn in the building. No visible or facial piercing (including tongue) is permitted. No garments intended as underwear or sleepwear are to be worn as outerwear. Allied Health Students Students are required to wear the designated School uniform. Two sets of scrubs are issued to each student. Plain long or short sleeve T-Shirts or turtlenecks may be worn under the uniform top. Predominately white shoes with enclosed heel, toe, and white soft soles must also be worn. Since all students enrolled in the health care programs have some aseptic procedures to learn and practice, hands must always be clean and the fingernails neat and well maintained. Fingernails must never extend more than 1/8” beyond the fingertip and only clear nail polish may be worn. Jewelry must be limited to a simple www.anthem.edu • 51 CONDUCT, PRIVACY AND SAFETY, continued watch, stud earrings (one per ear), and one simple ring on each hand. Students should also understand that there may be other more stringent dress code requirements in some programs and on externship sites. Technical Students Business Casual is the dress code for technical students. For men, business casual includes collared shirts, polo shirts, jackets, blazers, sweaters, slacks and khakis. For women, business casual includes dresses, skirts, jackets, slacks, sweaters, blouses, dress capri's and dress sandals. Pants must be worn around the waist. Clothing NOT permitted includes jeans, mini skirts and skorts, sweat pants of any kind, including athletic gear, sneakers, flip flops, tee shirts, sweat shirts, shorts, tank tops, spaghetti strap tops, bare midriff, or hats. Offensive/illegal themes on clothing are also NOT permitted. Use of Cellular Phones Cell phone use is disruptive to the learning environment we provide for our students. Cell phone use is prohibited in the classroom or in the hallways, therefore these phones must be turned off while in these areas. Students violating this policy may be subject to disciplinary action. Children on Campus Children are not permitted to attend any class with their parents, nor are they allowed on campus while a parent is attending class. Children are not allowed on campus during make-up tests or tutoring sessions. FAMILY EDUCATION RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA) Privacy and Confidentiality Federal statutes protect the privacy and confidentiality rights of students enrolled at educational institutions. These statutes regulate the gathering, disclosure and circulation of educational records of students associated with the educational institution. As such, these individuals are guaranteed freedom from unlawful intrusion and protection from unauthorized disclosure of personal data from their education records. Anthem Education complies with its legal and ethical obligation of preserving the right to privacy and confidentiality concerning all past and present students of the Institute. The Institute protects the maintenance and release of student information according to federal 52 • Anthem Institute Jersey City and state laws and regulations, which (1) outline the ways in which data can be collected from students, (2) restrict information disclosure, and (3) safeguard the quality of information that is circulated. The Institute strives to ensure the effective protection of student records from inappropriate and illegal disclosure. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), also known as the Buckley Agreement, specifically protects the confidentiality and privacy of student education records. The FERPA guidelines are available for student review at the Registrar’s office. The Campus Financial Aid and Registrar’s offices at Anthem Education maintain student education records. During the financial aid packaging process, each student must fill out a FERPA Authorization and Release Form, which include a number of Challenge Questions for the student to answer. These Challenge Questions and the answers that the student provides will be used to help verify a student’s identity in the event that, in the future, the student requests personal information or records from his/her file and cannot present his/her valid Anthem Education student picture identification card or driver’s license (or other valid state-issued picture identification card) in person. Under such circumstances, the student will not be given the requested personal information, and will not be permitted access to his/her file, unless he/she correctly answers the Challenge Questions and correctly identifies the last four digits of his/her social security number. A student will only be required to answer the Challenge Questions and to identify the last four digits of his/her social security number if the student does not make his/her request in person and, if done in person, if the student is unable to present his/her valid Anthem Education student picture identification card or driver’s license (or other valid state-issued picture identification card). Students wishing to review records in their files may request to do so by submitting to the Registrar’s Office or Financial Aid Director a written request that identifies the records he/she wishes to inspect. If the student correctly answers the Challenge Questions and correctly identifies the last four digits of his/her social security number (or if the student verifies their identity in person by presenting their valid Anthem Education student picture identification card or driver’s license (or other valid state-issued picture identification card)), then the Institute will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. The student’s identity will need to be verified again if the date of inspection occurs later than the date of the student’s verified request. However, students may not be permitted to inspect the following information: financial information submitted by their parents, certain CONDUCT, PRIVACY AND SAFETY, continued confidential statements of recommendation to which the students have waived their rights of inspection and review, portions of certain education records containing information on more than one student, and other records that may be restricted by FERPA. Any student who contacts the Institute via telephone to request personal Academic or Financial Aid information will be required to correctly answer their Challenge Questions and correctly identify the last four digits of their social security number before the Institute will release any personal information. A student may ask the Institute to amend an education record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. The student should write the Institute official responsible for the record, clearly identifying the part of the record that they wants changed and specifying how it is inaccurate or misleading. If the Institute decides not to amend the education record as requested by the student, the Institute will notify the student of the decision and advise the student of their right to a hearing as well as the hearing procedures. Each student has the right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without the student’s consent. A student’s consent to disclose information or records to others must be given in writing using the FERPA Additional Authorization and Release Form, which is available at the Campus Financial Aid Office and on STARS. In order to help verify the person’s identity, any person(s) that a student consents to have information or records disclosed to must, prior to disclosure, correctly identify the last four digits of their social security number, and correctly answer the Challenge Questions that appear on the FERPA Additional Authorization and Release Form completed by the student. A student may modify or revoke prior authorization by completing the FERPA Revocation or Modification of Additional Authorization and Release Form, which is also available at the Campus Financial Aid Office and on STARS. According to FERPA, the Institute may disclose certain information and records without obtaining a student’s consent. One such exception to a student’s right to consent is disclosure to other Institute officials who have been determined to have a legitimate educational interest in the information. A Institute official is a person employed by the Institute in an administrative, supervisory, academic, research or support staff position; a person or company with whom the Institute has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor or collection agent); or a person serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another Institute official in performing their duties. A Institute official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to perform their official duties. Upon request, the Institute may also disclose education records without the student’s consent to officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. In addition, directory information may be disclosed without a student’s consent unless the student has advised the Registrar’s Office in writing that they wish to restrict access to this information within five days after the first day of class each quarter. “Directory Information” includes the student’s name, address, telephone number(s), email address(es), date and place of birth, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities, dates of attendance, enrollment status, degrees and awards received and the most recent previous educational agency or institution attended by the student. The Institute also reserves the right to disclose financial aid-related and payment-related information to a parent of a dependent student without the student’s consent, provided that the parent is named on and included their information on the student’s Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Under these circumstances, the parental information from the FAFSA will be used to verify the identity of the parent. At Anthem Education, the Campus Executive Director is the individual in charge of overseeing and ensuring that all administrative offices and academic programs are in compliance with Anthem Education’s privacy and confidentiality policies. Students with complaints regarding any academic or administrative violation of these policies should contact the Registrar’s office to make a written complaint. The Registrar’s office will forward the complaint to the Campus Executive Director who, within two weeks, will notify the student about the action taken. Students have the right to file complaints with the U.S. Department of Education concerning the Institute’s alleged failure to comply with FERPA. The name and address of the office that administers FERPA is Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC 20202. Directory Information Directory information includes the student’s name, dates of attendance, enrollment status, photographs, diplomas, student honors, and awards received and is given to any inquirer. However, the student may request that such directory information not be disclosed by requesting and submitting the “Request to Prevent Disclosure of Directory Information” form in the Registrar Office at any time. www.anthem.edu • 53 CONDUCT, PRIVACY AND SAFETY, continued Disclosure of Personally Identifiable Information Students wishing other information to be released must request such releases by requesting and submitting the “Authorization for Release of Personally Identifiable Information” form. This form is presented to the student during the enrollment process, the student may request the form in the Registrar Office. The form must specify to whom the release is being made and exactly what information is to be released. Access Without Student Consent The School may release student information without the student’s written consent if the disclosure is to (1) federal and state authorities where required; (2) accrediting agencies; (3) comply with a judicial order or subpoena, provided that the School makes reasonable effort to notify the student prior to such compliance; (4) persons responsible for determining eligibility for Financial Aid for which the student has applied or received; (5) officials of another school to which the student has applied; (6) organizations conducting studies involving testing, student aid programs or instructions where personally identifiable information will not be disclosed; (7) to protect the health or safety of a student or other person; (8) any organization who sponsors the student at the School by paying any portion of the cost of training directly to the School; or (9) comply with conditions otherwise required by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA). Exemption Certain items are not considered part of the student’s records under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA). These include, but are not limited to: certain confidential letters of recommendation received by the School; records about students or incidents made by and accessible only to the Instructors or Administrators; and School security records or records maintained by certain professionals acting in their capacity for treatment purposes which are available only to the persons providing the treatment. Requesting Records The School maintains a record of requests for disclosure of student records, and said records show: (1) the person requesting the information; (2) the information requested; (3) the reason for the request; and (4) whether or not the information was provided. Student records are retained permanently by the School and kept in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA). 54 • Anthem Institute Jersey City Retention of Records Student records are retained in accordance with federal regulations, state laws and accreditation standards. DRUG-FREE CAMPUS In accordance with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, Public Law 101-226, Anthem Institute is declared a drug and alcohol-free School. Student use of alcohol or the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing or use of a controlled substance or alcohol anywhere on School property, or while participating in School related activities, are prohibited. Students who violate this policy are subject to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion. A detailed copy of this policy is provided to all current students and may also be requested from the Business Office Manager. The policy can also be viewed on the School’s Internet Website at: http://www.anthem.edu/locations/sec/corp. CAMPUS SECURITY AND CRIME STATISTICS Anthem Institute is strongly committed to crime prevention and the safety of our school community. A copy of the School’s Annual Security Report, including the Security Policies & Procedures and the Annual Crime Statistics Report, may be obtained from the Business Office Manager or viewed on the School’s Internet Website at: http://www.anthem.edu/loactions/sec/corp. PROGRAM DISCLOSURES Anthem Education is pleased to provide information about each of its programs on its website at http://www.anthem.edu/disclosures/. NO HARASSMENT POLICY Anthem Institute is committed to providing workplaces and learning environments that are free from harassment on the basis of any protected classification including, but not limited to race, sex, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status or on any other basis protected by law. Such conduct is unprofessional, unproductive, illegal, and generally considered bad for business. Consequently, all conduct of this nature is expressly prohibited, regardless of whether it violates any law. CONDUCT, PRIVACY AND SAFETY, continued DEFINITION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT Sexual harassment consists of unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature where: 1. Submission to such conduct is an explicit or implicit term or condition of a person’s status in a course, program or activity or in admission, or in an academic decision; 2. Submission to or rejection of such conduct is used as a basis for an academic decision; or 3. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work or academic performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work, or educational environment. Examples of sexual harassment include, but are not limited to: unwanted sexual advances; demands for sexual favors in exchange for favorable treatment; verbal abuse of a sexual nature; graphic commentary about an individual’s body, sexual prowess, or sexual deficiencies; leering; whistling; touching; pinching; assault; coerced sexual acts; suggestive, insulting or obscene comments or gestures; stalking; and displaying sexually suggestible objects or pictures. Anthem Institute prohibits all conduct of this nature whether or not such conduct violates any applicable laws. Other Forms of Harassment Verbal abuse, insulting comments and gestures, and other harassing conduct are also forbidden under this policy when directed at an individual because of his or her race, color, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, age, religion, ethnic origin, or disability. It is the responsibility of each employee and each student to conduct himself or herself in a professional manner at all times and to refrain from such harassment. Complaint Procedure Students who feel they have been harassed should follow the Student Grievance Procedure. Promptly after learning of such alleged conduct, Anthem Institute will conduct an investigation for the purpose of determining whether prohibited harassment has occurred. Efforts will be made to ensure confidentiality to the extent consistent with the goal of conducting an appropriate investigation. Students who initiate or participate in such investigations in good faith will be protected against schoolrelated retaliation. If an investigation confirms the allegations, Anthem Institute will take prompt corrective action, which may include discipline, up to and including immediate dismissal. NON-DISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Anthem Institute is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in education and employment for all its students, faculty and staff, and applicants for admission or employment. Anthem Institute will not discriminate against any student or employee, present or potential, on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, marital status, disability or ethnic background. Anthem Institute abides by these policies in the administration of its student admissions, financial aid and scholarships, and career placement programs, as well as in all other student-related services and educational programs and opportunities. Anthem Institute’s nondiscrimination and equal opportunity policies are in accordance, as applicable, with Executive Order 11246, as amended by Executive Order 11375 and 12088; the Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Federal Civil Rights Act of 1991; Title IX of the Educational Amendment Act of 1972; the Equal Pay Act of 1963, as amended by the Educational Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended; the 1978 Ban against Pregnancy Discrimination; Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504); the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; and all other applicable federal laws and laws of the State of Arizona. Anthem Institute does not discriminate in the admission or recruitment of students. The Federal Financial Aid program is administered without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, or disability. The Anthem Institute’s facilities accommodate disabled persons. The staff and faculty are responsive and willing to meet the special needs of disabled persons. The Institute is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (together, the “Disability Laws”), Anthem Institute prohibits discrimination against any qualified person with a disability. Anthem Institute and its instructors may make appropriate reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis for students who provide proper documentation of a disability. Students should contact the campus Executive Director to request an accommodation for a disability. www.anthem.edu • 55 INDEX A Academic Eligibility Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Academic Honesty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Academic Policies & Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34–40 Academic Probation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Academic Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9 Academic Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Access Without Student Consent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Accreditation and Affiliations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Accreditations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Additional Consideration for Allied Health Care Students . .35 Additional Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5–7 Admission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 All Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Allied Health Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Alternative Funding, Private Loan Program . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Appeal and Re-entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Appeal Process for Transfer Credits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Application Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Arbitration Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Assessment of Work Outside of Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Associate’s Degree Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 B C Bachelor’s Degree Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Campus Security and Crime Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Cancellation Prior to Commencement of Classes . . . . . . . . .49 Career Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Changes to Programs, Schedules, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Changing Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Children on Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Clarification of Other Related Topics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Clinical Skills and Externships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Clock Hour Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Complaint Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Computer Networking & Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11 Computer Networking & Security Concentration Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 13 Conduct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Conduct, Privacy and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51–55 Consequences For Not Meeting SAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Consumer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Copyright Infringement Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Core & Shared Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Course Equivalency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Course Numbering System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Course Repeats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Course Retakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Course Syllabi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Course Waiver / Course Substitution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Credit for Prior Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Credit Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Criteria for Evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Current or Previous Anthem Institute Students . . . . . . . . . . .7 D Definition of Sexual Harassment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Delivery Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Description of Facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Diploma Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Directory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Disclosure of Personally Identifiable Information . . . . . . . .54 Dismissal and Appeal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 56 • Anthem Institute Jersey City Dress Code and Appearance Standard Policy . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Drug-free Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 E Exceptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Exemption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Extended Enrollment Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Externship Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Externship Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Externships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 F Faculty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) . . . . . . . .52 Federal Return of Title IV Funds Policy – Title IV Students Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Final Grade Appeals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46–48 Financial Aid Probation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 G Grade Corrections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Graduation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Graphic Design & Animation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14, 15 Graphic Design & Animation Concentration Courses . .16, 17 Grievances for Section 504, Title IX, Title VI and Age Complaints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 H I How to Apply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Incomplete Externships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Independent Study Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Institutional Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Institutional Loan Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 L LDR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Leave of Absence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36, 45 Leave of Intent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Library and Learning Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 M Make-Up Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Make-Up Graded Assessments (Tests, Exams, and Quizzes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Make-Up Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Massage Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 19 Massage Therapy Concentration Courses . . . . . . . . . . . .20, 21 Master’s Degree Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Maximum Time Frame (MTF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Medical Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 23 Medical Assistant Concentration Courses . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 25 Medical Billing & Coding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26, 27 Medical Billing & Coding Concentration Courses . . . . . .28, 29 Memberships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Mission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 N New Jersey State Refund Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 No Harassment Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Not Attempted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 O Other Forms of Harassment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Ownership Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 P Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Patient Care Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Patient Care Technician Course Descriptions . . . . . . . . . .30, 31 Payment of Refunds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Privacy and Confidentiality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Probation Advising Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Program Disclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Program Titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Program Transfers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 38, 45 Programs Offered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Q R Quality Commitment Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Re-enrolls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Re-enters Into a New Program or Program Version . . . . . . . .7 Refund Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49, 50 Removal From Probation or Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Requesting Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Required Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Retention of Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Role of Career Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 S Satisfactory Academic Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41–45 Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 School History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 School to School Transfers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Semester Credits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Special Recognition Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Specific Program Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) . . . . . .41 Standards of Satisfactory Progress For Students Receiving Veteran Administrations (VA) Educational Benefits . . . . . .43 Statement of Work Outside of Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Student Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Student Complaint / Grievance Procedure / Due Process . .39 Student Conduct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Student Employment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Student Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Student Progress–Grading System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Students with Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 T Technical Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Technology Fee Refund Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Termination by the School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Termination or Withdrawal After Commencement of Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 The Role of the Financial Aid Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Timeline for Evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Transcripts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Transfer Credits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Transfer of Credit to Other Institutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Transferability of Credit for U.S. Military Veterans . . . . . . . . .7 Transferring From One Anthem Education School to Another Anthem Education School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Types of Work Outside of Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 U Unit of Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Use of Cellular Phones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 W Work Outside of Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9