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Everest University - Brandon Campus 2011-2012 catalog, revision date 07/01/13

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■ ADDENDUM, effective July 1, 2013: The following course codes have been updated to the catalog.

Current Course Number

New Course Number Course Title Credits

CCJ1024 CCJ1020 Introduction to Criminal Justice 4

INVP3300 CCJ3644 Methodology of Economic Crimes 4

CGS2510 CGS2573C Applied Spreadsheets 4

CCJ2306 CJC2000 Introduction to Corrections 4

CJE2640 CJE2678 Crime Scene Dynamics I 4

CPO4004 CPO4003 Global Politics 4

GRA2225/GRA2225C GRA2125C Graphic Design Using Adobe Photoshop 4

MEAP1301 HIM1222C Introduction to ICD-9 Coding 4

MEAP1305 HIM1253 Introduction to CPT Coding 4

MEAP2346 HIM2255 Advanced CPT Coding 4

MEAP2345 HIM2273 Third Party Payers 4

MEAP2348 HIM2283 Abstract Case Coding 2

HSA1529 HSC1529 Diseases of the Human Body 4

SYG2000 SYG2001 Principles of Sociology 4

■ ADDENDUM, effective July 1, 2013: Modular book prices and linear tuition has been updated in the Tuition and

Fees table below.

On-Ground Modular Program Program Length Credit Units Tuition Estimated Textbooks and Supplies Costs

Massage Therapy 36 weeks 55 $11,014 $1,525

Medical Administrative Assistant 33 weeks 48 $13,423 $1,798

Medical Assistant 41 weeks 60 $16,431 $1,990

Medical Insurance Billing and Coding 36 weeks 48 $12,936 $2,059

Pharmacy Technician 33 weeks 48 $14,026 $1,005

Effective July 1, 2013

On-Ground Quarter-Based Program Tuition Per

Credit Hour Estimated Books

Per Quarter

Associate Degree in Nursing $492 $425

Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology $385 $275

Associate Degree in Surgical Technologist $306 $425

Associate Degree in: Accounting, Applied Management, Business, Computer Information Science, Criminal Justice, Paralegal, Pharmacy Technician

$470 $550

Bachelor’s Degree in: Accounting, Applied Management, Business, Computer Information Science, Criminal Justice, Paralegal

$406 $425

Master Degree in: Business Administration, Criminal Justice $556 $1,750

Effective July 1, 2013

■ ADDENDUM, effective July 1, 2013: Tuition for fully Online Associates and Bachelors students has been updated

below (Full Term & Mini Term). Fully Online undergraduate students will also be charged a one-time $295 Technology Support Fee during their first term of enrollment.

Fully Online Masters students will be charged $570 per credit hour.

Add/Drop Periods can be found in this catalog. Tuition and fees are subject to change. Refunds will be based on the portion of the quarter that the student has completed.

Textbooks are included in the tuition, and are provided as eTextbook or hard copy at the University’s discretion. When electronic books are issued, hard copies may be purchased at an additional cost.


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Status Credit Load Cost Per Credit Cost Per Quarter

32 $218.75 $7,000.00

29 - 32 31 $225.81 $7,000.00

30 $233.33 $7,000.00

29 $241.38 $7,000.00

28 $221.43 $6,200.00

25 - 28 27 $229.63 $6,200.00

26 $238.46 $6,200.00

25 $248.00 $6,200.00

24 $225.00 $5,400.00

21 - 24 23 $234.78 $5,400.00

22 $245.45 $5,400.00

21 $257.14 $5,400.00

20 $225.00 $4,500.00

19 $236.84 $4,500.00

18 $250.00 $4,500.00

17 $264.71 $4,500.00

Full Time 16 $281.25 $4,500.00

15 $300.00 $4,500.00

14 $321.43 $4,500.00

13 $346.15 $4,500.00

12 $375.00 $4,500.00

11 $372.73 $4,100.00

3/4 Time 10 $410.00 $4,100.00

9 $455.56 $4,100.00

8 $500.00 $4,000.00

Half Time 7 $500.00 $3,500.00

6 $500.00 $3,000.00

5 $500.00 $2,500.00

4 $500.00 $2,000.00

Less than Half Time 3 $500.00 $1,500.00

2 $500.00 $1,000.00

1 $200.00 $200.00

■ ADDENDUM, effective April 26, 2013: The following admissions requirement has been updated to the catalog for students taking all of their classes online. Student Assessment and Introductory Remedial Course for Fully Online Students

All requirements for the completion of a Student Assessment or related remedial coursework for new students have been removed.

■ ADDENDUM, effective April 24, 2013: The following program disclosure has been added to the catalog. FLORIDA PHARMACY TECHNICIAN DISCLOSURE

This disclosure includes important information for students enrolling in Everest’s Pharmacy Technician program. Pharmacy technicians are required to be register with and be certified by the Florida Board of Pharmacy prior to obtaining employment as a pharmacy technician in the state of Florida. This disclosure provides information on registration requirements. Please review this information and be sure that you understand it. If you have any questions, please contact Everest or the Florida Board of Pharmacy for additional information. If you plan to seek employment in a state other than Florida, please contact that state’s board of pharmacy, or equivalent agency, for any relevant licensure or registration requirements. The Pharmacy Technician program at Everest meets requirements as a recognized course of training by the Florida State Board of Pharmacy. In addition to state-mandated minimum requirements, Everest’s Pharmacy Technician curriculum includes a variety of additional skills focused subjects, as well as coursework in Pharmacology.


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Pharmacy Technicians must be registered with the Florida Board of Pharmacy. To gain registration a pharmacy technician must complete a training program approved by the Board of Pharmacy. The board shall register each applicant who is at least 17 years of age, has completed a pharmacy technician training program approved by the Board of Pharmacy, completed the application form, and has remitted a registration fee set by the board at $105. The fee is composed of the following: a non-refundable application processing fee of $50; initial registration fee of $50 and unlicensed activity fee of $5.00. Checks are to be made payable to the “Department of Health” and applications will be reviewed within 30 days. As a condition of biennial registration renewal, a registered pharmacy technician shall submit a $55 renewal fee and complete 20 hours of continuing education courses approved by the board or the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, of which 4 hours must be via live presentation and 2 hours must be related to the prevention of medication errors and pharmacy law. Additionally, for the first renewal of registration a registered pharmacy technician must complete 1 hour of continuing education on the topic of HIV/AIDS. Applications must be completed online through the Florida Board of Pharmacy website: http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/pharmacy.

■ ADDENDUM, effective April 17, 2013: The following calendar has been added to the catalog.

Massage Therapy, Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Insurance Billing and Coding, Pharmacy Technician

Mod All Shifts 2014 -2016

Start Date End Date

1/22/14 2/19/14

2/20/14 3/19/14

3/24/14 4/25/14

4/28/14 5/23/14

5/27/14 6/23/14

6/24/14 7/22/14

7/23/14 8/19/14

8/20/14 9/17/14

9/18/14 10/15/14

10/16/14 11/12/14

11/13/14 12/12/14

12/15/14 1/23/15

1/26/15 2/23/15

2/24/15 3/23/15

3/24/15 4/27/15

4/28/15 5/26/15

5/27/15 6/23/15

6/24/15 7/22/15

7/23/15 8/19/15

8/20/15 9/17/15

9/21/15 10/16/15

10/19/15 11/13/15

11/16/15 12/15/15

12/16/15 1/25/16

1/26/16 2/23/16

2/24/16 3/22/16

FY 2013 Academic Calendar

Summer Term Starts July 16 2012

Summer Term Drop/Add Deadline July 29

2012

Mini-Term Starts August 27 2012




2013

http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/pharmacy


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Mini-Term Drop/Add Deadline September 2

2012

Labor Day Holiday September 3 2012

Micro-Term Starts September 17 2012

Summer Term Ends October 7 2012

Fall Break From: October 8 2012

To: October 14 2012

Fall Term Start October 15 2012

Fall Term Drop/Add Deadline October 28

2012

Thanksgiving Day Holiday From: November 22

2012

To: November 23 2012

Mini-Term Starts November 26 2012

Mini-Term Drop/Add Deadline December 2

2012

Micro-Term Starts December 17 2012

Winter Holiday From: December 22 2012

To: January 1 2013

Classes Resume January 2 2013

Fall Term Ends January 13 2013

Winter Term Starts January 14 2013

M.L. King Jr. Birthday Holiday January 21

2013

Winter Term Drop/Add Deadline January 28

2013

Presidents' Day February 18 2013

Mini-Term Starts February 25 2013

Mini Term Drop/Add Deadline March 3

2013

Micro-Term Starts March 18 2013

Winter Term Ends April 7 2013

Spring Vacation From: April 8 2013

To: April 14 2013

Spring Term Starts April 15 2013

Spring Term Drop/Add Deadline April 28

2013

Memorial Day Holiday May 27 2013

Mini-Term Starts May 28 2013

Mini Term Drop/Add Deadline June 3

2013

Micro-Term Starts June 17 2013

Independence Day Holiday July 4

2013

Spring Term Ends July 7 2013

Summer Vacation From: July 8 2013

To: July 14 2013


Mini-Term Drop/Add Deadline September 1

2013





To: October 13 2013



2013



2013



2013



To: January 1 2014





2014


2014




2014




To: April 13 2014



2014

Memorial Day Holiday May 26

2014



2014



2014



To: July 13 2014


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2014


Mini-Term Drop/Add Deadline August 31

2014





To: October 12 2014



2014



2014



2014



To: January 2 2015





2015


2015




2015




To: April 12 2015



2015


2015



2015


Independence Day Holiday From: July 3

2015

To: July 4 2015



To: July 12 2015

Academic Year 2015 - 2016



2015


Mini-Term Drop/Add Deadline August 31

2015





To: October 11 2015



2015



2015



2015



To: January 3 2016





2016


2016



Mini Term Drop/Add Deadline February 29

2016




To: April 10 2016



2016


2016


Mini Term Drop/Add Deadline May 31

2016




2016


To: July 10 2016


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■ ADDENDUM, effective April 16, 2013: The book prices for the Associate Degree programs have been updated

in the Tuition and Fees table below.

Program Tuition Per Credit Hour

Estimated Books Per Quarter




Associate Degree in: Accounting, Applied Management, Business, Computer Information Science, Criminal Justice, Medical Insurance Billing and Coding, Paralegal, Pharmacy Technician

$452 $550


$390 $425

■ ADDENDUM, effective April 1, 2013: The following highlighted amounts have been updated in the Tuition and

Fees table below.

Program Program Length Credit Units Tuition Estimated Textbooks and Supplies Costs





Pharmacy Technician 33 weeks 48 $14,026 $976 Effective April 1, 2013

■ ADDENDUM, effective March 27, 2013: The course SLSP1317 has replaced the courses below for the

Surgical Technology Associates Degree program*:

Old Course New Course

SLS1105 Strategies for Success SLSP1317 Strategies for Health Care

Professional Success HSC1531 Medical Terminology

SLS1321 Career Skills

SLSP 1317 Strategies for Health Care Professional Success 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours

This course is designed to prepare students for transition in their health care professional education and life. The course includes introduction to the college and its resources, professionalism, study skills, test-taking skills, critical thinking, medical terminology, abbreviations, math review, communication, teamwork, information technology, learning styles along with written and personal resource management skills. Students will be actively involved in learning and integrating practical applications to promote success. Prerequisite: None. Lecture Hours: 40.0 Lab Hours: 0.0 Other Hours: 0.0. *Please note that the credit hours have changed from 98 to 94 due to the course updates.

■ ADDENDUM, effective March 27, 2013: The following course has been added to the Surgical Technologist Associate Degree program: STS 2200 Surgical Technologist Certification Examination Review 2.0 Quarter Credit Hours

This course is designed to guide students in the preparation for the Surgical Technologist Certification Examination. Test-taking strategies will be discussed and implemented with an in-depth review of application level questions that require critical thinking skills. A review will be provided of the Surgical Technologist knowledge, skill, and abilities necessary to provide quality surgical patient care. Prerequisite: STS 2174C, STS 2175C. Lecture Hours: 20.0 Lab Hours: 0.0 Other Hours: 0.0.

■ ADDENDUM, effective March 27, 2013: The following SAP table has been updated for the Surgical

Technologist Associate Degree program:


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49-60 2.0 1.1 66.66% 30%

61-72 2.0 1.5 66.66% 40%

73-84 2.0 1.8 66.66% 50%

85-96 2.0 2.0 66.66% 55%

97-108 2.0 2.0 66.66% 60%

109-120 2.0 2.0 66.66% 63%

121-141 N/A 2.0 N/A 66.66%

■ ADDENDUM, effective March 15, 2013: The following language has been added to the catalog.

ARKANSAS STUDENT INFORMATION

Everest University is licensed by the Arkansas Department of Higher Education to enroll students in the following programs of study: Accounting, Associate of Applied Science; Business, Associate of Applied Science; Computer Information Science, Associate of Applied Science; Criminal Justice, Associate of Applied Science; Paralegal, Associate of Applied Science; Accounting, Bachelor of Science; Applied Management, Bachelor of Science; Business, Bachelor of Science; Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Science and Paralegal, Bachelor of Science. Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board certification does not constitute an endorsement of any institution, course or degree program. Such certification merely indicates that certain minimum standards have been met under the rules and regulations of institutional certification as defined in Arkansas Code §6-61-301. All Arkansas students must transfer in 12 quarter credit hours, including 2 laboratories, of Science curriculum in order to receive a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. Arkansas graduates will receive an Associate in Applied Science degree upon successful completion of an approved associate degree program.

■ ADDENDUM, effective February 15, 2013: The following program disclosures have been added to the

catalog. Everest University, Brandon

The following program disclosures are provided pursuant to federal law. "Occupation" data reflects the type of occupations the program generally prepares students to enter. (For government data regarding occupations, please navigate to www.onetonline.org.) To the extent permitted under the standards of the applicable accrediting agency or state agency, the placement rates reported below may reflect students who completed the program and obtained employment in one of the occupations listed in the standard occupational titles below or other occupations that utilize the core skills taught in the program. "On-Time Completion Rate" reflects the percent of graduates between July 1, 2010, and June 30, 2011, who completed their program within 100 percent of the normal time frame as described in the school catalog or enrollment agreement. "Costs to Students" reflects the costs of the academic program for students completing the program on time, including tuition and fees, estimated books and supplies, and if applicable, room and board. Costs do not reflect potential increases and are current as of the publication date of this disclosure.

http://www.onetonline.org/


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"Placement Rates" reflects the percent of graduates securing employment as calculated pursuant to the required calculation methodologies and time frames of the applicable state agencies, institutional accrediting agencies or programmatic accrediting agencies. Each agency has different criteria in determining what constitutes a placement, and these placements may or may not be listed in the standard occupations listed below. (For more information about calculations and time frames, refer to the descriptions at the end of this disclosure.) "Median Loan Debt" reflects the median loan debt incurred by students who completed the program, between July 1, 2011, and June 30, 2012, including Title IV program loans, private educational loans and institutional financing plans. Unless otherwise noted below, the data included in this disclosure are for the entire educational institution as defined by the Department of Education, which may include a number of individual campus locations (even in different states) and both online and physical delivery modalities. See footnotes for a list of the campuses included in the institution. In many cases, the on-time completion rate, the cost to students, the placement rate and the median loan debt may differ (often significantly) between these physical locations and delivery modalities. The data below reflect averages for all students in all locations and delivery modalities (or, in the case of program cost, the ranges of program costs) across all locations and delivery modalities.

Accounting (Associate)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Bookkeeping, Accounting, & Auditing Clerks 43-3031

Tax Preparers 13-2082

Cost to Students

Institution Tuition and Fees $34,400 to $43,392

Books and Supplies $0 to $4,827

Room and Board N/A

Brandon Campus Tuition and Fees $43,392.00

Books and Supplies $4,826.71

Room and Board N/A

Brandon Online Tuition and Fees $34,400

Books and Supplies $0

Room and Board N/A

On-Time Completion Rate 19.77%

Placement Rates (See footnotes)

Institution Institutional Accreditor 80% to 100%

State 75.5% to 100%

Brandon Campus Institutional Accreditor 80%

State 75.5%

Median Loan Debt Title IV Program Loans $31,800

Private Education Loans $0

Institutional Financing Plans $0

Accounting (Bachelor)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Accountants and Auditors 13-2011


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Accounting (Bachelor)

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Institution Institutional Accreditor 91.7% to 100%

State 84.6% to 100%

Brandon Campus Institutional Accreditor 91.7%

State 84.6%


Private Education Loans $2,013


Applied Management (Associate)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Business Operations Specialists 13-1199

Managers 11-9199

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A

On-Time Completion Rate N/A


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Applied Management (Associate)


Institution Institutional Accreditor 100%

State 100%


State 100%




Applied Management (Bachelor)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Management Analysts 13-1111

Managers 11-9199

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A




State 75% to 100%


State 85.7%




Business (Associate)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Non-Retail Sales Workers

41-1012


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Business (Associate)

First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Retail Sales Workers 41-1011

Managers 11-9199

Sales & Related Workers 41-9099

Sales Representatives, Services 41-3099

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A




State 65.22% to 81.8%


State 81%




Business (Bachelor)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Non-Retail Sales Workers

41-1012

First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Retail Sales Workers 41-1011

Managers 11-9199

Sales & Related Workers 41-9099

Sales Representatives, Services 41-3099

Cost to Students



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Business (Bachelor)


Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A




State 71.4% to 100%


State 88.9%




Business Administration (Master)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) General and Operations Managers 11-1021

Management Analysts 13-1111

Managers 11-9199

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



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Business Administration (Master)


Institution Institutional Accreditor 85.7% to 98.5%

State 80% to 98.5%


State 98.5%




Computer Information Science (Associate)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Computer Specialists 15-1099

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A




State 57.7% to 72.7%


State 57.7%




Criminal Justice (Associate)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Security Officer/ Guards 33-9032

Cost to Students



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Criminal Justice (Associate)


Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Institution Institutional Accreditor 50% to 76.5%

State 45.45% to 68.4%


State 57.5%




Criminal Justice (Bachelor)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) First-Line Supervisors/Managers, Protective Service Workers, All Other

33-1099

Protective Service Workers, All Other 33-9099

Security Officer/ Guards 33-9032

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



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Criminal Justice (Bachelor)



State 56.5% to 87.5%


State 56.5%




Criminal Justice (Master)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Police and Detectives 33-1012

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A

Brandon Campus Tuition and Fees (56 Units) $44,940

Tuition and Fees (54 Units) $29,310


Room and Board N/A

Brandon Online Tuition and Fees (56 Units) $30,688

Tuition and Fees (54 Units) $29,592


Room and Board N/A

On-Time Completion Rate 35%


Institution Institutional Accreditor 63.2%

State 60%


State 60%




Massage Therapy (Diploma)


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Massage Therapy (Diploma)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Massage Therapists 31-9011

Cost to Students


Books and Supplies $1,421 to $1,442

Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A




State 66.7% to 69.2%


State 69.2%




Medical Administrative Assistant (Diploma)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Medical Assistants 31-9092

Medical Secretaries 43-6013

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A




State 57.8% to 64.1%

Brandon Campus Institutional Accreditor N/A

State 57.8%


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Medical Administrative Assistant (Diploma)




Medical Assistant (Diploma)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Medical Assistants 31-9092

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A




Programmatic Accreditor 40.91% to 62.18%

State 57.8% to 64.85%


Programmatic Accreditor 62.18%

State 57.8%




Medical Insurance Billing and Coding (Associate)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Medical Records & Health Information Technicians 29-2071

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



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Medical Insurance Billing and Coding (Associate)


Room and Board N/A




State 39.8% to 56.25%


State 39.8%




Nursing (Associate)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Registered Nurses 29-1111

Cost to Students

Institution Tuition and Fees $55,596

Books and Supplies $4,490

Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Institution Institutional Accreditor 100%

State 100%


State 100%




Paralegal (Associate)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Legal Support Workers 23-2099

Paralegals & Legal Assistants 23-2011

Cost to Students


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Paralegal (Associate)



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A




State 36.1% to 100%


State 36.1%




Paralegal (Bachelor)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Legal Support Workers 23-2099

Paralegals & Legal Assistants 23-2011

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A




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Paralegal (Bachelor)


State 60.7% to 100%


State 60.7%




Pharmacy Technician (Diploma)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Pharmacy Technicians 29-2052

Cost to Students


Books and Supplies $910 to $915

Room and Board N/A


Books and Supplies $914.82

Room and Board N/A




State 82.35%


State N/A

Median Loan Debt Title IV Program Loans N/A

Private Education Loans N/A

Institutional Financing Plans N/A

Radiologic Technology (Associate)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Radiologic Technologists and Technicians 29-2034

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A




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Radiologic Technology (Associate)

Room and Board N/A



Institution Institutional Accreditor N/A

State 25%


State 25%




Surgical Technologist (Associate)

Occupation (Title, SOC Code) Surgical Technologists 29-2055

Cost to Students



Room and Board N/A



Room and Board N/A




State 63.2%


State 63.2%




Footnotes: Institutional Accreditor - ACICS uses the following formula to calculate placement for accredited institutions: placed in a field of study plus placed in a field related to study divided by the number of graduates and completers minus those unavailable for work. Placed in a field of study involves the direct use of the skills taught in the program. Placed in a field related to study involves an indirect use of the skills taught in the program. Time Frame: July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010.


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Programmatic Accreditor - ABHES uses the following formula to calculate placement for accredited institutions: graduates placed in a field of study plus placed in a field related to study divided by the number of graduates and completers minus those unavailable for work. Time Frame: July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010. Programmatic Accreditor - CAAHEP/MAERB uses the following formula to calculate placement for accredited institutions: number of graduates employed full or part-time in a related field, as well as those continuing their education or serving in the military, divided by number of graduates. Time Frame: July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010. State - Commission on Independent Education calculation for placement rate: number of graduates placed divided by number of graduates less employed in military or continuing education. Time Frame: July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011. State - Wisconsin Educational Approval Board calculation for placement rate: number of graduates employed divided by number of graduates. Time Frame: July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011. Placement Rate N/A - There is no data to disclose because this program is too new or is not required to be calculated. On-Time Completion N/A - Per Education Department guidance, data not provided due to fewer than ten completers or program is too new. Median Load Debt N/A - Per Education Department guidance, data not provided due to fewer than ten completers or program is too new. This Institution Includes:

Everest College, Milwaukee

Everest University, Brandon

Everest University, Orange Park

Everest University, Tampa

Students Attending Everest University Online through this Institution

■ ADDENDUM, effective February 12, 2013: The following language has been updated:

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK

Students enrolled in certain programs may be subject to a criminal background check prior to enrollment to ensure they are qualified to meet occupational or employment requirements, clinical or internship/externship placement requirements or licensure standards for many programs, including but not limited to those in the allied health or criminal justice fields.

Enrollment for students may not be granted when the background check identifies a conviction, pending case, or unresolved deferral/diversion for any felonies or misdemeanors.

A student’s inability to obtain criminal background clearance may prohibit opportunities for program completion and job placement. It is the student's responsibility to contact the agency to verify conditions. The school cannot contact the background check agency.

All students re-entering a program shall be required to complete a Criminal Background Attestation, attesting that they do not have a criminal background that would preclude them from obtaining licensure, externship or placement in their desired career field.

■ ADDENDUM, effective January 25, 2013: The following language has been updated on page 7 of the

catalog: CRIMINAL BACKGROUND ATTESTATION / CCI ONLINE JUSTICE PROGRAMS

Upon enrollment to selected Criminal Justice (AS,BS, MS), Criminal Investigations (AS) and Homeland Security (AS, BS) programs, offered through the CCi Online Division, all students shall be required to sign a Criminal Background Attestation attesting to a lack of a criminal background history that would preclude them from obtaining licensure and/or externship/placement in their desired career field. The student’s signature on the Criminal Background Attestation is necessary in order for the enrollment process to be completed.

Applicant students must complete the Criminal Background Attestation while on the phone with an Admissions Representative or at any time during the open application process window for the current term.

If the applicant student is unable to attest to the background criteria, the enrollment process shall be stopped and cancelled for all Justice programs. If the applicant student wishes to consider other non-Justice programs, a new enrollment process shall begin.


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If the applicant student is able to attest to the background criteria, the enrollment process shall continue to completion.

Students who have been out of school for more than 180 days and are requesting to re-enter a program that requires a criminal background screening must complete a new attestation form prior to re-entry.

■ ADDENDUM, effective January 1, 2013: The book prices have been updated in the Tuition and Fees table below:






Pharmacy Technician 33 weeks 48 $14,026 $976 Effective January 1, 2013 and after

■ ADDENDUM, effective December 6, 2012: The following calendar has been updated:

Massage Therapy, Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Insurance Billing and

Coding, Pharmacy Technician Modular Programs

2012-2013

Start Date End Date Holidays/Breaks

11/12/12 12/11/12 11/22/12 – 11/23/12

12/12/12 1/17/13 12/22/12 – 1/1/13; 1/21/13

12/27/12* 1/19/13 1/1/13; 1/20/13 - 1/21/13

1/22/13 2/19/13 2/18/13

2/20/13 3/19/13

3/20/13 4/23/13 04/6/13 – 4/14/13

4/24/13 5/21/13

5/22/13 6/19/13 5/27/13

6/20/13 7/18/13 7/4/13

7/22/13 8/16/13

8/19/13 9/16/13 9/2/13

9/17/13 10/14/13

10/15/13 11/11/13

11/12/13 12/11/13 11/28/13 – 11/29/13

12/12/13 1/21/14 12/24/13 – 1/1/14 1/20/14 *Morning off-cycle start for Medical Assistant students only

■ ADDENDUM, effective November 30, 2012: The following admissions requirement has been updated to the

catalog for students taking all their classes online.

Student Assessment and Introductory Remedial Course For Fully Online Students

Individuals intending to enroll in a fully online program, excluding current and former military and students with transfer credits, will be required to complete an adaptive Student Assessment to evaluate aptitude and ability to complete online courses. These skills are assessed using the individual’s responses to a series of questions. Based on the results of this Assessment, an individual may be required to complete a pre-enrollment, introductory no cost, no credit remedial course. Successful completion of this course is required prior to enrollment. Individuals taking this course are not considered to be enrolled and are not eligible for financial aid or other benefits available to enrolled students. ■ ADDENDUM, effective October 15, 2012: The tuition per credit hour has been updated for the Surgical

Technologist Associate degree program.





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■ ADDENDUM, effective October 15, 2012: The following course description for HIM 2278C Medical Finance and

Insurance has been updated.

HIM 2278C Medical Finance and Insurance 4 Credit Hours

This course will train the student in the major medical insurances and claims forms processing. It will include information on national and other common insurance plans, as well as claim form completion and ICD and CPT coding. Problem solving and managed care systems will also be discussed. Daily financial practices to include patient fee determining, credit arrangements, bookkeeping, and bank-keeping procedures will be discussed. Additionally, the process of purchasing equipment and supplies will be covered. Computer use in the ambulatory environment will also be taught. Students will be exposed to Electronic Health Records software applications used within the healthcare setting in both ambulatory and hospital environments.

■ ADDENDUM, Effective October 15, 2012: The following attendance policy will be applicable to all linear on-

ground students only.

ESTABLISHING ATTENDANCE/VERIFYING ENROLLMENT

For programs with an add/drop period, the taking of attendance for a student enrolling during the add/drop period shall begin the first scheduled class session following the student’s enrollment.

In programs without an add/drop period, students registered for a class shall attend by the second scheduled class session or be withdrawn.

MONITORING STUDENT ATTENDANCE

Faculty shall monitor student attendance on the basis of both consecutive absences (the “Consecutive Absence Rule”) and absences as a percentage of the hours (minus externship hours) in term/program (the “Percentage Absence Rule”). CONSECUTIVE ABSENCE RULE (ALL PROGRAMS)

When a student is absent from school for fourteen (14) consecutive calendar days excluding holidays and scheduled breaks, the faculty shall notify the Academic Dean/Director of Education. For linear programs, the consecutive absence rule is applied to days missed in a single term. For modular programs, the consecutive absence rule is applied to days missed in the total program.

PERCENTAGE ABSENCE RULE (LINEAR PROGRAMS)

The following rule shall apply:

Percentage Action Taken

25% of the total hours for all courses in a term Attendance warning letter sent

40% of the total hours for all courses in a term Withdrawn from all courses and dismissed from school

■ ADDENDUM, effective October 1, 2012: The grading scale below has been updated:

Grade Point Value Meaning Nursing Scale Percentage Scale

A 4.0 Excellent 100-92 100-90

B 3.0 Very Good 91-84 89-80

C 2.0 Good 83-76 79-70

D* 1.0 Poor 75-68 69-60

F** 0.0 Failing 67-0 59-0

Fail Not Calculated Fail (for externship/internship)

Pass Not Calculated Pass (for externship/internship)

IP*** Not Calculated In Progress (for linear externship/internship/modular clinic courses or thesis courses only)

L Not Calculated Leave of Absence (allowed in modular programs only)

EL Not Calculated Experiential Learning

PE Not Calculated Proficiency Exam

PF Not Calculated Preparatory Fail


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PP Not Calculated Preparatory Pass

W Not Calculated Withdrawal

WZ Not Calculated Withdrawal for those students called to immediate active military duty. This grade indicates that the course will not be calculated for purposes of determining rate of progress

TR Not Calculated Transfer Credit

*Not used in Allied Health Programs. **For Nursing program, F (Failing) is 75-0%. For all other Allied Health Programs, F (Failing) is 69-0%. ***If the required linear externship/internship hours are not completed within one term, the student will receive an IP (In Progress) grade and a zero credit Externship/Internship Extension course will be scheduled in the following term. Once the required hours are completed, the student’s grade will be entered in both courses.

■ ADDENDUM, effective October 1, 2012: The highlighted book prices have been updated in the Tuition and Fees

table below:






Pharmacy Technician 33 weeks 48 $14,026 $970 Effective October 1, 2012 and after

■ ADDENDUM, effective September 25, 2012: The following statement is added to page 74 of the 2011-2012

Catalog.

Students graduating from the Surgical Technologist program are ineligible for certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). ■ ADDENDUM, effective September 25, 2012: The following statement is removed from page 5 and page 74 of the

2011-2012 Catalog:

The Surgical Technologist program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA). Further information can be obtained by contacting the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756, (727) 210- 2350, (727)210-2354 (fax), www.caahep.org.

Upon successful completion of the entire course of study, students are eligible to take the national certification exam, sponsored by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). The NBSTSA awards certificates to those who demonstrate their theoretical and practical knowledge by passing the National Surgical Technologist Examination. Graduates who pass this exam earn the distinction of being able to work as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST). To sit for the certification exam, the student must be a graduate of CAAHEP-ARC-STSA or ABHES approved program.

■ Addendum, Effective September 5, 2012: The following course codes have been updated to the catalog.

Old Course Number New Course Number Course Title

CGS2167C CGS 2060C Computer Applications

HSA2113 HSA 2000 Healthcare Delivery Systems, Issues, And Transitions

OST1141L OST 1149L Keyboarding

■ Addendum, Effective September 18, 2012: The following statement has been added:

The campus is no longer enrolling new students into the Medical Insurance Billing and Coding Associate’s Degree program.

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■ Addendum, Effective August 1, 2012: Effective July 1, 2012, the school will stop enrolling new Ability to

Benefit (ATB) students and all new students must have attained a high school diploma or equivalent for admission. The limited circumstances under which a continuing ATB student may establish eligibility on or after July 1, 2012 are outlined in the grandfathering policy below. Students wishing to establish eligibility may be required to submit documentation evidencing continuing ATB eligibility under the grandfathering provisions.

ATB Grandfathering Policy

Students who were enrolled in an eligible educational program of study any time before July 1, 2012, may continue to be considered Title IV eligible under either the ATB test or credit hour standards if they meet the following two-part test set forth below:

1. The student attended, or was registered and scheduled to attend, a Title IV eligible program at an eligible institution prior to July 1, 2012; and

2. The student established qualification as an ATB student by documenting one of the two following ATB alternatives: a. Passing an independently administered, Department of Education (DOE) approved ATB test; or b. Successful completion of at least six credit hours, or the equivalent coursework (225 clock hours) that

are applicable toward a certificate offered by the school. Note: The number of students enrolled under the Ability To Benefit Provision is limited to only certain diploma

programs offered. Please check with your admission representative regarding the programs that accept ATB students. The school reserves the right to reject applicants based on test scores and ability to benefit limitations, or as necessary to comply with any applicable local, state or federal laws, statutes or regulations. Ability to Benefit Passing Test Scores

ATB students must achieve or exceed the minimum passing scores in all subtests at one administration. Minimum ATB qualifying scores for CPAt, COMPASS, ASSET, CPT/Accuplacer and the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test as defined in the table below.

ATB Test CPAt COMPASS ASSET CPT/Accuplacer Wonderlic

Required Passing Scores:

Language: 42 Reading: 43 Numerical: 41

Reading: 62 Writing: 32 Numerical: 25


Reading: 55 Sentence Skills: 60 Arithmetic: 34

Verbal: 200 Quantitative: 210

Former CCi ATB students re-entering on or after July 1, 2012, under the limited circumstances outlined above will not be required to retake and pass the ATB test if the official score sheet from the test publisher is in the student’s academic file. Students transferring from a non-CCi institution that previously qualified for Title IV eligibility via successfully passing an approved ATB exam at another institution will be required to re-take and pass an approved ATB-exam through CCi subject to Test Publisher’s retest policies. Ability to Benefit Advising

The school will provide academic support services necessary for the success of each student in the ATB program and to ensure that following completion of the program the student is ready for placement. All ATB students shall receive academic and career advising after each grading/evaluation periods (i.e. term, module, phase, level, or quarter). ■ ADDENDUM, effective July 18, 2012: The following statement has been added to the “Programmatic

Accreditation” section on pg. 5 of the catalog

The Brandon Campus of Everest University is a candidate for accreditation by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) 975-5000, www.nlnac.org.

■ Addendum, Effective July 1, 2012: The following mission statement has been updated in the catalog:

The mission of the institution is to provide a high-quality educational experience to qualified undergraduate and graduate students through the delivery of traditional and online career-oriented diploma, associate’s, bachelor’s and

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master’s degree programs delivered through a personalized teaching and learning environment that is designed to support students’ personal and professional career development.

In support of its mission, Everest has adopted the following goals:

Academics - To provide challenging and relevant accredited programs in a variety of career-oriented disciplines, incorporating effective educational methodologies, modern technology, and traditional and alternative instructional delivery systems, characterized by effective teaching and a student-centered atmosphere.

Educational Support Services - To provide a variety of programs and services that support its educational goals and purpose, are consistent with student needs, encourage student success, enhance diversity, and improve the quality of life for students.

Enrollment - To manage the controlled growth of a diverse student body through the use of effective and ethical recruitment and retention methods and initiatives, and to support the quality of educational opportunities for all students, while meeting the school’s fiscal needs.

Business and Finance - To manage and increase resources in accordance with sound business practices, regulatory standards, and applicable laws.

Physical Resources - To ensure that the physical resources, including buildings and equipment, are adequate to serve the needs of the institution, support its purpose, and contribute to an atmosphere for effective learning.

Continuous Improvement - To continuously improve the quality of programs and services to meet the needs of its students, communities, and other key stakeholders.

■ ADDENDUM, effective July 1, 2012, non-Arizona residents: Tuition for fully Online Associates and Bachelors

students has been updated below (Full Term & Mini Term) for new students with a signed Enrollment Agreement on and after July 5, 2012. Fully Online students will also be charged a one-time $495 Technology Support Fee during their first term of enrollment. The technology fee for fully online students applies to associate and bachelor level programs. It does not apply to master level programs. For fully Online students who've signed their Enrollment Agreement prior to July 5, 2012, the tuition will update effective October 1, 2012. Students who wish to take more than 32 credit hours in one term must petition the University to do so, and an additional $200 per credit hour will be assessed to the 32 credit cost per quarter. Tuition and fees for subsequent quarters will be charged at the published rate in effect at the beginning of that quarter. Effective July 30, 2012, Arizona residents: Tuition for fully Online Associates and Bachelors students has been

updated below (Full Term & Mini Term) for new students enrolling on or after July 30, 2012. This tuition update will apply to all fully Online students effective October 1, 2012. Students who wish to take more than 32 credit hours in one term must petition the University to do so, and an additional $200 per credit hour will be assessed to the 32 credit cost per quarter. Tuition and fees for subsequent quarters will be charged at the published rate in effect at the beginning of that quarter. Undergraduate Students – The minimum full-time course load is 12 credits per quarter and maintenance of full time status is required to complete the program within the stated program length.

Add/Drop Periods can be found in this catalog. Tuition and fees are subject to change. Refunds will be based on the portion of the quarter that the student has completed.

Textbooks are included in the undergraduate tuition, and are provided as eBook or hard copy at the University’s discretion. When electronic books are issued, hard copies may be purchased at an additional cost.


32 $209.38 $6,700

29 - 32 31 $216.13 $6,700

30 $223.33 $6,700

29 $231.03 $6,700

28 $210.71 $5,900

25 - 28 27 $218.52 $5,900

26 $226.92 $5,900

25 $236.00 $5,900

24 $212.50 $5,100

21 - 24 23 $221.74 $5,100

22 $231.82 $5,100

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20 $215.00 $4,300

19 $226.32 $4,300

18 $238.89 $4,300

17 $252.94 $4,300

Full Time 16 $268.75 $4,300

15 $286.67 $4,300

14 $307.14 $4,300

13 $330.77 $4,300

12 $358.33 $4,300

11 $372.73 $4,100

3/4 Time 10 $410.00 $4,100

9 $455.56 $4,100

8 $500.00 $4,000

Half Time 7 $500.00 $3,500

6 $500.00 $3,000

5 $500.00 $2,500

4 $500.00 $2,000

Less than Half Time 3 $500.00 $1,500

2 $500.00 $1,000

1 $500.00 $500

■ ADDENDUM, effective July 16, 2012: The following course descriptions have been updated.

ACG 2178 Financial Statement Analysis 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours

The basics of financial statement analysis in directing a firm’s operations are covered in this course. Students will gain an understanding of how funds are acquired in financial markets and the criteria used by investors in deciding where to place their funds. Prerequisites: None. Lec Hrs: 40.0, Lab Hrs: 00.0, Other Hrs: 00.00 GEB 4352 International and Comparative Industrial Relations 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours

This course examines the various aspects of globalization, acquiring, and operating a small business or corporation in a global environment. It is a comprehensive discussion of problems encountered by businesses. A study of global management principles and procedures provides methods of resolving these problems. Prerequisites: None. Lec Hrs: 40.0, Lab Hrs: 00.0, Other Hrs: 00.00 MAN 5066 Managerial Ethics 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours

This course offers a comprehensive, integrated approach to business ethics which incorporates the principles of critical and ethical thinking and applies them to selected case studies. The course addresses ethics from the management, social, economic, and legal perspectives. An objective method of ethical analysis is emphasized for managerial decision making. The course provides a conceptual, systematic and practical study of ethics in business with an emphasis on the moral responsibilities of managers and organizations. Prerequisites: None. Lec Hrs: 40.0, Lab Hrs: 00.0, Other Hrs: 00.00 ■ ADDENDUM, effective July 1, 2012: The tuition and textbook prices have been updated for all on-ground modular

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Pharmacy Technician 33 weeks 48 $14,026 $970 Effective July 1, 2012 and after

■ ADDENDUM, effective July 1, 2012: The following SAP tables, applicable to on-ground and online students, have

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121-288 N/A 2.0 N/A 66.66%

■ ADDENDUM, effective July 1, 2012: The following highlighted policies have been updated to the catalog:

STANDARDS OF SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (SAP)

Students must maintain satisfactory academic progress in order to remain eligible as regularly enrolled students and to continue receiving federal financial assistance. The accreditor and federal regulations require that all students progress at a reasonable rate toward the completion of their academic program. Satisfactory academic progress is measured by:

The student’s cumulative grade point average (CGPA)

The student’s rate of progress toward completion (ROP)

The maximum time frame allowed to complete which is 150% of total number of credits in the program of study (MTF)

For clock hour modular programs, students must also maintain a satisfactory rate of attendance. The student

may not have absences in excess of 10% of the scheduled hours in a payment period, measured at the nearest full module. The maximum time frame allowed to complete is 150% of total number of weeks in the program of study (MTF). MAXIMUM TIME FRAME TO COMPLETE

The maximum time frame for completion of any program is limited by federal regulation to 150% of the published length of the program. A student is not allowed to attempt more than 1.5 times or 150% of the credit hours in the standard length of the program in order to complete the requirements for graduation.

For clock hour modular programs, a student is not allowed to attempt more than 1.5 times or 150% of the

weeks in the program. ATTENDANCE POLICY (MODULAR PROGRAMS)

This policy sets standards that are critical to the student academic success. An instructor may consider a student present who does not attend the entire class session if a) the criteria used to make the determination are stated in the course syllabus and b) the amount of time missed does not exceed 50% of the class session. In clock hour modular programs, the student is awarded one hour of attendance for each 50-minute academic

hour attended (there is a 10-minute administrative grace period). ESTABLISHING AND MONITORING STUDENT ATTENDANCE

Attendance in modular programs is taken each class session beginning with the first day of scheduled classes. Students registered for a class shall attend by the second scheduled class session, or be withdrawn. Faculty shall monitor student attendance on the basis of both consecutive absences (the “Consecutive Absence Rule”) and absences as a percentage of the hours in the class/program (the “Percentage Absence Rule”). There is no add/drop period for these programs. In clock hour modular programs, the “Percentage Absence Rule” (identifying attendance violations) measure

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MAKE-UP ATTENDANCE In clock hour modular programs, students may choose to, or be required to, make-up attendance. Make-up

attendance can occur only outside of regularly-scheduled class time, and the quantity of make-up attendance per module cannot exceed the quantity of absence in that module. Make-up attendance must be completed by 14 calendar days after mod end, and make-up work must be related to the module in which the absence occurred. Make-up time will be measured in 30-minute blocks of time, and must be monitored by Academics staff and approved by the Director of Education/Academic Dean. Qualified make-up attendance activities include, but are not limited to, taking/re-taking quiz or test, facilitated review or study, group project, study group, hands-on practice, lab check-offs, and completion of assignments. PERCENTAGE ABSENCE RULE (MODULAR PROGRAMS) For students who have not previously violated the attendance policy, the following rule shall apply:


15% of the total classroom hours missed Attendance warning letter sent

20% of the total classroom hours missed Withdrawn from the module and dismissed from school

For students who have been dismissed for violating the attendance policy, or would have been dismissed but for

a successful appeal, the following rule shall apply:


15% of the remaining classroom hours missed Attendance warning letter sent

20% of the remaining classroom hours missed Withdrawn from the module and dismissed from school

PERCENTAGE ABSENCE RULE (CLOCK HOUR MODULAR PROGRAMS)


10% of the scheduled hours in a module missed Attendance warning letter sent, make-up attendance recommended

10% of the scheduled hours in a module missed – second occurrence

Attendance warning letter sent, make-up attendance required

10% of the scheduled hours in a module missed – third occurrence

Attendance dismissal letter sent, withdrawn from module and dismissed from school

10% of the scheduled hours in a payment period missed

Attendance dismissal letter sent, withdrawn from module and dismissed from school

EXTERNSHIP TRAINING (ON-GROUND STUDENTS ONLY) Upon successful completion of all classroom requirements, students are expected to begin the externship portion

of their programs within 14 calendar days (excluding holidays and regularly scheduled breaks). If a student does not begin externship training within 14 calendar days, he/she must be dropped from the program. A leave of absence (LOA) may only be approved if the student’s reason meets the criteria of the LOA Policy. Students may only miss 14 consecutive calendar days once they start externship or they must be dropped from the program.

Each student has approximately 120 calendar days to complete their externship. Any modular student who does not complete externship training within 120 calendar days should meet with the Academic Dean/Director of Education to approve the time remaining to complete the externship. Students who drop from externship either prior to starting or during externship and/or delay the completion of their externship for more than 30 days from the last days of attendance must have their skills evaluated by a program instructor or director/chair prior to re-entry to ensure they are still competent to perform skills safely in the externship setting. In clock hour modular programs, students have up to 120 calendar days to complete externship. The quantity of

weeks is determined by the number of weeks the student required to successfully complete the didactic portion of the program subtracted from 1.5 times the total weeks in the program. The number of hours per week will be unique to each student and may depend on the number of weeks available for completion within maximum time frame.

ATTENDANCE VIOLATIONS (MODULAR PROGRAMS ONLY)

Appeals of attendance violations must be made within five calendar days of the violation. In order for an attendance appeal to be considered, the student must:

1. Attend school: ─ The next scheduled class period (Consecutive Absence Rule violations)


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─ Within five (5) calendar days of the violation (Percentage Absence Rule violations) 2. Have perfect attendance while the appeal is pending 3. Submit a written plan to improve attendance with the Appeal Form Provided that no applicable state requirement would be violated by doing so, an attendance appeal may be granted

if the student demonstrates that the absence was caused by: 1. The death of a family member 2. An illness or injury suffered by the student 3. Special circumstances of an unusual nature which are not likely to recur The Appeal Committee may, as a condition of granting the appeal, require the student to make up assignments and

develop an Academic Advising Plan in conjunction with his or her advisor. For clock hour modular programs, as a condition of granting the appeal, the Committee may require the student

to make-up attendance.

■ ADDENDUM, effective July 1, 2012: The following scholarship has been added to the catalog.

2012 Graduate Opportunity Scholarship

Students enrolled as of June 30, 2012 in any modular program (excluding surgical technician) who ultimately graduate from those programs are entitled to receive a $3,500, non-transferrable scholarship to be used as a tuition credit for any Everest Institute or Everest University program in the State of Florida in which such student enrolls and starts within one year following his or her graduation from such original modular program. Students should speak to

their financial aid representative during the enrollment process to determine eligibility. ■ ADDENDUM, Effective July 1, 2012. The school will stop enrolling new Ability to Benefit (ATB) students. The

limited circumstances under which an ATB student, who first applied, enrolled and attended by June 30, 2012, may establish eligibility for re-entry on or after July 1, 2012 are outlined in the policy below. No ATB students are eligible to re-enter, under any circumstances, past December 28, 2012.

Ability to Benefit Students Enrolling and Attending by June 30, 2012

Effective for students who first apply, enroll and attend a program of study by June 30, 2012, federal regulations allow individuals who do not possess a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent, and home school students who do not meet certain criteria, to attend post-secondary institutions and qualify for federal financial assistance. Such students must demonstrate an ability to benefit by achieving a minimum passing score on an ATB test. An ATB student applying for admission, enrolling and attending by June 30, 2012, may be conditioning accepted prior to the receipt of an official score report. However, a student’s financial aid package may not be submitted and attendance may not be posted until the receipt of an official score report indicating a passing score.

Ability to Benefit Passing Test Scores

ATB students must achieve or exceed the minimum passing scores in all subtests at one administration. Minimum ATB qualifying scores for CPAt, COMPASS, ASSET and the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test as defined in the table below.

ATB Test CPAt COMPASS ASSET Wonderlic

Required Passing scores:

Language: 45 Reading: 45 Numerical: 43



Verbal: 205 Quantitative: 215

Re-Entry of ATB Students On or After July 1, 2012

An ATB student, who had applied for, enrolled and attended his or her program of study and had subsequently dropped, is eligible to re-enter within 180 calendar days of his or her Date of Determination (DOD) if all of the following conditions are met:

The ATB student must have attended his or her program of study by June 30, 2012 in order to be eligible for Title IV funds for the 2012-2013 award year;

The ATB student must have been packaged and his or her Pell grant and/or any loans originated prior to the student’s Date of Determination; and

An ATB student who requires funding for the 2012-2013 award year must complete both the 2011/2012 and 2012/2013 FAFSA. The 2011/2012 FAFSA must be completed by June 30, 2012.

ATB students re-entering on or after July 1, 2012, under the limited circumstances outlined above will not be required to retake and pass the ATB test if the official score sheet from the test publisher is in the student’s academic file.


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Note: ATB students are not eligible to re-enter under any circumstances past December 28, 2012 when 180 calendar days from July 1, 2012 would have passed. This includes ATB students attempting a first time re-entry and subsequent re-entry attempts of ATB students who had a qualifying re-entry after July 1, 2012 but subsequently dropped.

Ability to Benefit Advising

The school has a regulatory obligation to provide academic support services necessary for the success of each student in the ATB program and to ensure that following completion of the program the student is ready for placement. All ATB students shall receive academic and career advising after each grading/evaluation periods (i.e. term, module, phase, level, or quarter). ■ ADDENDUM, effective June 25, 2012: The following language has been added to the “Administrative Policies”

section on page 28 of the catalog:

Disability

Everest complies with federal laws including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended. The Campus President has been designated the Section 504/ADA Coordinator and will coordinate the efforts of Everest to comply with all relevant disability laws. Inquiries should be directed to this person at the campus contact information located in this catalog.

Disability Accommodation Procedure

Everest’s disability accommodation procedure is a collaborative and interactive process between the student and the Section 504/ADA Coordinator. The student will meet with the Section 504/ADA Coordinator on campus to request and submit an Accommodation Request form and discuss disability related needs. The Section 504/ADA Coordinator is available to the student to assist with questions and provide assistance in filling out the Accommodations Request form. The student will provide a completed Accommodations Request form and documentation of their medical condition to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator for review. The documentation of a medical condition may be from a licensed medical doctor, psychologist, audiologist, speech pathologist, registered nurse, licensed clinical social worker, marriage and family therapist, rehabilitation counselor, physical therapist, learning disability specialist, or other appropriate health professional. This documentation should verify the medical condition and suggest appropriate accommodations for the student. If the accommodation is denied, the student is informed of their right to appeal the decision and the necessary steps to file an appeal.

For fully online students the student will request the Accommodation Request form through their Student Services Advisor/Coordinator. The Student Services Advisor/Coordinator will send the Accommodation Request form and supporting documentation to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator for review. The Section 504/ADA Coordinator will initiate the review process in collaboration with the student. If the accommodation is denied, the student is informed of their right to appeal the decision and the necessary steps to file an appeal.

To file an appeal the student should supply documentation and/or other evidence to substantiate the need for the denied accommodation(s). The evidence is submitted to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator with a new accommodation form marked appeal.

Disability Grievance Procedures

A student initiates the Disability Grievance Procedure by contacting the Section 504/ADA Coordinator. The Section 504/ADA Coordinator will explain the complaint procedures and assist the student in filing a complaint. The complaint need only be a written letter containing allegations that specifically identify the discriminatory conduct, the person(s) who did it, and all witnesses the student believes can support the allegations. A complaint should be made as soon as the student believes he/she has been discriminated against, but no later than within 180 days of the date that the alleged discrimination occurred, or the date on which the student could reasonably have learned of the discrimination.

When a complaint is filed, the Section 504/ADA Coordinator begins an investigation within 14 days. The student, the accused, and any witnesses they identify are interviewed. Any relevant documents identified by these persons are reviewed. Within 45 days of the complaint, the Section 504/ADA Coordinator informs the student and accused in writing of sufficient or insufficient evidence to confirm the student’s allegations, states the key facts, reasons why that conclusion was reached, and outlines any proposed resolution or corrective action if applicable. The student is also notified of the right to appeal the investigation conclusion. An appeal must be made in writing to the CCi Director of Academic Services, who may be reached at the Student Help Line number or email address below within 15 days of receiving notice about the investigation conclusion. Within 15 days of receiving the appeal, the CCi Director of Academic Services reviews the matter and provides a decision in writing.

Complaints are investigated in a manner that protects the privacy and confidentiality of the parties to the extent possible. No employee or agent of the school may intimidate, threaten, coerce or otherwise discriminate or retaliate against any individual because he or she has filed a complaint or participated in the complaint resolution process. If a


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student believes any such retaliation has occurred, a complaint of retaliation should be filed according to the procedure described above.

If the 504/ADA Coordinator is the subject of the grievance, the student should contact the Student Help Line at (800) 874-0255 or via email at [email protected]. The Student Helpline in consultation with the appropriate Academic Services team member(s) will provide guidance to the student for initiating and submitting their grievance in writing to [email protected]. ■ ADDENDUM, effective May 16, 2012: The highlighted sentence below has been updated on page 22 of the

catalog.

Quarter-Based Programs

The tuition and fees listed on the enrollment agreement will be charged for the student’s first quarter (or mid-term quarter start) in attendance. Tuition and fees for subsequent quarters will be charged at the published rate in effect at the beginning of that quarter. The minimum full-time course load is 12.0 credits per quarter for undergraduate programs and 8.0 credits per quarter for graduate programs. Non-credit-bearing coursework will be charged at the same rate as credit bearing coursework. Textbook costs per quarter are dependent upon the classes for which the student is registered. For fully online students, textbooks are provided at no cost to the student. All credits for which a student is registered are charged at the current rates, including any courses being repeated. Arrangements for payment of tuition and book charges (if applicable) must be made in advance of the first day of classes for which the student is enrolled. Everest charges the student’s account for tuition at the beginning of each term for which the student is enrolled. The student’s total tuition for a given quarter is determined by multiplying the number of credit hours for which the student is registered at the end of the add/drop period by the then current tuition rate for that number of credit hours. ■ ADDENDUM, effective March 29, 2012: The following language has been updated on page 27 of the catalog:

Continuing Education Scholarships (Online only)

Applicants must be graduates of a Corinthian Colleges Inc. School System (other than employees) with a degree that matriculates into an Everest University Online undergraduate or graduate-level program. Applicants must have achieved a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher, meet eligibility requirements for program of study, submit application for scholarship which may be obtained from the admissions office; and provide proof of degree completion (official transcripts, diploma, letter from registrar) prior to the start of the term. The scholarship will include a quarterly tuition stipend from funds set at the beginning of each fiscal year. Scholarship funds are awarded on a continuing basis until funds for the fiscal year are depleted. Scholarship awards may not exceed 15% of the tuition charged for the term. The scholarship may be renewed and awarded from quarter to quarter so long as the recipient remains enrolled, maintains Satisfactory Academic Progress, and maintains a 2.5 cumulative grade point average for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduate students. Additionally, dependent spouse, children, and siblings of graduates from a Corinthian Colleges, Inc. School System (other than employees) may also apply for scholarship funds not to exceed 15% of the term, providing entrance and eligibility requirements are met for program of study. Proof of dependent status is required prior to the initial term; the student must meet provisions above for renewal award of quarterly scholarship. ■ ADDENDUM, effective March 28, 2012: The following SAP table has been updated for the Master’s degree

programs.

GRADUATE DEGREES - QUARTER CREDITS

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40 – 84 3.0 3.0 66.66% 65%

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■ ADDENDUM, effective April 24, 2012: The campus will begin to offer the Medical Insurance Billing and Coding

on-ground diploma program.

Medical Insurance Billing and Coding

Diploma Program 36 Weeks – 760 hours – 48 credits

V2.0 Program Description: Medical Insurance Billing and Coding professionals perform a variety of administrative health

information functions, including those associated with organizing, analyzing, and technically evaluating health insurance claim forms and coding diseases, surgeries, medical procedures, and other therapies for billing and collection.

Objectives: The objective of the Medical Insurance Billing and Coding program is to provide the student with the

appropriate didactic theory and hands-on skills necessary to prepare them for entry-level positions as medical insurance billers and coders in today’s health care offices, clinics, and facilities. Students will learn diagnostic and procedural terminology as it relates to the accurate completion of medical insurance claims. Utilizing a format of medical specialties, relevant terms will also be introduced and studied.

Course Number

Course Title Clock Hours Lec/Lab/Externship

Credit Units

MEDINTRO Introduction to Medical Terminology, Keyboarding, Word Processing, Basic Math, Insurance Coding, and Administrative Duties of Medical Personnel

80 40/40/00

6.0

MIBCL Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic and Procedural Coding of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems

80 40/40/00

6.0

MIBGU Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic and Procedural Coding of the Genitorurinary System

80 40/40/00

6.0

MIBIE Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic and Procedural Coding of the Integumentary and Endocrine Systems, and Pathology

80 40/40/00

6.0

MIBMS Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic and Procedural Coding of the Musculoskeletal System

80 40/40/00

6.0

MIBRG Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic and Procedural Coding of the Respiratory and Gastrointestinal Systems

80 40/40/00

6.0

MIBSN Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic and Procedural Coding of the Sensory and Nervous Systems, and Psychology

80 40/40/00

6.0

MIBP Practicum 200 00/00/200

6.0

OR MIBE Externship 200

00/00/200 6.0

Program Totals 760 48.0

Module Descriptions

Module descriptions include the module number, title, synopsis, a listing of the lecture/theory hours, laboratory or externship hours and credit units. For example, the listing "40/40/6.0" indicates that the module consists of 40 hours of lecture/theory, 40 hours of laboratory work, and provides a total of 6 Credit units. Lecture hours/ Lab hours / Credit Units

Module MEDINTRO-Introduction to Medical Terminology, Keyboarding, Word Processing, Basic Math, Insurance Coding, and Administrative Duties of Medical Personnel 40/40/6.0

This module presents basic prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, special endings, plural forms, abbreviations, and symbols. Also covered is medical jurisprudence and medical ethics. Legal aspects of office procedure are covered, including a discussion of various medical/ethical issues in today’s medical environment. Students will learn basic computer skills and acquire knowledge of basic medical insurance billing and coding. Students are provided exposure to computer software applications used in the health care environment including basic keyboarding, Word and Excel. In addition, basic guidelines and coding conventions in ICD-9 and CPT are covered with focus on the professional (outpatient) guidelines, as well as an introduction to the use of the coding reference books. Basic math is introduced. Career skills and development of proper study and homework habits are introduced as well as professionalism needed in the healthcare environment. Prerequisite: None Outside Hrs: 30


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Module MIBCL – Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic and Procedural Coding of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems 40/40/6.0

This module presents a study of basic medical terminology focused on the cardiovascular system and the lymphatic system. A word-building systems approach is used to learn word parts for constructing or analyzing new terms. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation. Abbreviations are introduced as related terms are presented within the module. A study of the human body’s diseases and disorders, including signs, symptoms, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment, is accomplished following the modular subject areas. Students are provided exposure to computer software applications used in the health care environment, including medical billing software, Word and Excel. The major medical insurances and claims form processing is presented in an ongoing approach to build this skill set. It will include information on national and other common insurance plans as well as claim form completion and ICD and CPT coding. Problem solving and managed care systems will also be discussed. Daily financial practices to include patient fee determining, credit arrangements and bookkeeping and bank-keeping procedures will be discussed. Computer use in the ambulatory environment will also be taught. Basic and advanced guidelines and coding conventions in CPT will be taught with focus on the professional (outpatient) guidelines. The evaluation and management documentation guidelines will be discussed, as well as the proper use of modifiers. Basic guidelines and coding conventions in ICD-9-CM diagnosis coding and medical necessity with CPT pairing will be stressed, as well as the use of a natural language encoder program. Various aspects of pharmacology will be discussed including a study of the medications prescribed for the treatment of illnesses and diseases within the modular subject area. Included in this are drug actions and medication uses in relation to body systems and medical terminology. To prepare the student to comprehend the complexity of the health care system and the life cycle of a medical practice, areas that will be discussed include personnel management, compliance, technology, and the many roles of office management. Prerequisite: MEDINTRO Outside Hrs: 32 Module MIBGU – Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic and Procedural Coding of the Genitourinary System 40/40/6.0

This module presents a study of basic medical terminology focused on the genitourinary system. A word-building systems approach is used to learn word parts for constructing or analyzing new terms. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation. Abbreviations are introduced as related terms are presented within the module. A study of the human body’s diseases and disorders, including signs, symptoms, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment, is accomplished following the modular subject areas. Students are provided exposure to computer software applications used in the health care environment, including medical billing software, Word and Excel. The major medical insurances and claims form processing is presented in an ongoing approach to build this skill set. It will include information on national and other common insurance plans as well as claim form completion and ICD and CPT coding. Problem solving and managed care systems will also be discussed. Daily financial practices to include patient fee determining, credit arrangements and bookkeeping and bank-keeping procedures will be discussed. Computer use in the ambulatory environment will also be taught. Basic and advanced guidelines and coding conventions in CPT will be taught with focus on the professional (outpatient) guidelines. The evaluation and management documentation guidelines will be discussed, as well as the proper use of modifiers. Basic guidelines and coding conventions in ICD-9-CM diagnosis coding and medical necessity with CPT pairing will be stressed, as well as the use of a natural language encoder program. Various aspects of pharmacology will be discussed including a study of the medications prescribed for the treatment of illnesses and diseases within the modular subject area. Included in this are drug actions and medication uses in relation to body systems and medical terminology. To prepare the student to comprehend the complexity of the health care system and the life cycle of a medical practice, areas that will be discussed include personnel management, compliance, technology, and the many roles of office management. Prerequisite: MEDINTRO Outside Hrs: 29

Module MIBIE – Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic and Procedural Coding of the Integumentary and Endocrine Systems, and Pathology 40/40/6.0

This module presents a study of basic medical terminology focused on the integumentary system, the endocrine system, and pathology. A word-building systems approach is used to learn word parts for constructing or analyzing new terms. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation. Abbreviations are introduced as related terms are presented within the module. A study of the human body’s diseases and disorders, including signs, symptoms, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment, is accomplished following the modular subject areas. Students are provided exposure to computer software applications used in the health care environment, including medical billing software, Word and Excel. The major medical insurances and claims form processing is presented in an ongoing approach to build this skill set. It will include information on national and other common insurance plans as well as claim form completion and ICD and CPT coding. Problem solving and managed care systems will also be discussed.


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Daily financial practices to include patient fee determining, credit arrangements and bookkeeping and bank-keeping procedures will be discussed. Computer use in the ambulatory environment will also be taught. Basic and advanced guidelines and coding conventions in CPT will be taught with focus on the professional (outpatient) guidelines. The evaluation and management documentation guidelines will be discussed, as well as the proper use of modifiers. Basic guidelines and coding conventions in ICD-9-CM diagnosis coding and medical necessity with CPT pairing will be stressed, as well as the use of a natural language encoder program. Various aspects of pharmacology will be discussed including a study of the medications prescribed for the treatment of illnesses and diseases within the modular subject area. Included in this are drug actions and medication uses in relation to body systems and medical terminology. To prepare the student to comprehend the complexity of the health care system and the life cycle of a medical practice, areas that will be discussed include personnel management, compliance, technology, and the many roles of office management. Prerequisite: MEDINTRO Outside Hrs: 30

Module MIBMS – Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic and Procedural Coding of the Musculoskeletal System 40/40/6.0

This module presents a study of basic medical terminology focused on the musculoskeletal system. A word-building systems approach is used to learn word parts for constructing or analyzing new terms. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation. Abbreviations are introduced as related terms are presented within the module. A study of the human body’s diseases and disorders, including signs, symptoms, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment, is accomplished following the modular subject areas. Students are provided exposure to computer software applications used in the health care environment, including medical billing software, Word and Excel. The major medical insurances and claims form processing is presented in an ongoing approach to build this skill set. It will include information on national and other common insurance plans as well as claim form completion and ICD and CPT coding. Problem solving and managed care systems will also be discussed. Daily financial practices to include patient fee determining, credit arrangements and bookkeeping and bank-keeping procedures will be discussed. Computer use in the ambulatory environment will also be taught. Basic and advanced guidelines and coding conventions in CPT will be taught with focus on the professional (outpatient) guidelines. The evaluation and management documentation guidelines will be discussed, as well as the proper use of modifiers. Basic guidelines and coding conventions in ICD-9-CM diagnosis coding and medical necessity with CPT pairing will be stressed, as well as the use of a natural language encoder program. Various aspects of pharmacology will be discussed including a study of the medications prescribed for the treatment of illnesses and diseases within the modular subject area. Included in this are drug actions and medication uses in relation to body systems and medical terminology. To prepare the student to comprehend the complexity of the health care system and the life cycle of a medical practice, areas that will be discussed include personnel management, compliance, technology, and the many roles of office management. Prerequisite: MEDINTRO Outside Hrs: 28

Module MIBRG – Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic and Procedural Coding of the Respiratory and Gastrointestinal Systems 40/40/6.0

This module presents a study of basic medical terminology focused on the respiratory system and the gastrointestinal system. A word-building systems approach is used to learn word parts for constructing or analyzing new terms. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation. Abbreviations are introduced as related terms are presented within the module. A study of the human body’s diseases and disorders, including signs, symptoms, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment, is accomplished following the modular subject areas. Students are provided exposure to computer software applications used in the health care environment, including medical billing software, Word and Excel. The major medical insurances and claims form processing is presented in an ongoing approach to build this skill set. It will include information on national and other common insurance plans as well as claim form completion and ICD and CPT coding. Problem solving and managed care systems will also be discussed. Daily financial practices to include patient fee determining, credit arrangements and bookkeeping and bank-keeping procedures will be discussed. Computer use in the ambulatory environment will also be taught. Basic and advanced guidelines and coding conventions in CPT will be taught with focus on the professional (outpatient) guidelines. The evaluation and management documentation guidelines will be discussed, as well as the proper use of modifiers. Basic guidelines and coding conventions in ICD-9-CM diagnosis coding and medical necessity with CPT pairing will be stressed, as well as the use of a natural language encoder program. Various aspects of pharmacology will be discussed including a study of the medications prescribed for the treatment of illnesses and diseases within the modular subject area. Included in this are drug actions and medication uses in relation to body systems and medical terminology. To prepare the student to comprehend the complexity of the health care system and the life cycle of a medical practice, areas that will be discussed include personnel management, compliance, technology, and the many roles of office management.


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Prerequisite: MEDINTRO Outside Hrs: 32

Module MIBSN – Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic and Procedural Coding of the Sensory and Nervous Systems, and Psychology 40/40/6.0

This module presents a study of basic medical terminology focused on the sensory system, the nervous system, and psychology. A word-building systems approach is used to learn word parts for constructing or analyzing new terms. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation. Abbreviations are introduced as related terms are presented within the module. A study of the human body’s diseases and disorders, including signs, symptoms, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment, is accomplished following the modular subject areas. Students are provided exposure to computer software applications used in the health care environment, including medical billing software, Word and Excel. The major medical insurances and claims form processing is presented in an ongoing approach to build this skill set. It will include information on national and other common insurance plans as well as claim form completion and ICD and CPT coding. Problem solving and managed care systems will also be discussed. Daily financial practices to include patient fee determining, credit arrangements and bookkeeping and bank-keeping procedures will be discussed. Computer use in the ambulatory environment will also be taught. Basic and advanced guidelines and coding conventions in CPT will be taught with focus on the professional (outpatient) guidelines. The evaluation and management documentation guidelines will be discussed, as well as the proper use of modifiers. Basic guidelines and coding conventions in ICD-9-CM diagnosis coding and medical necessity with CPT pairing will be stressed, as well as the use of a natural language encoder program. Various aspects of pharmacology will be discussed including a study of the medications prescribed for the treatment of illnesses and diseases within the modular subject area. Included in this are drug actions and medication uses in relation to body systems and medical terminology. To prepare the student to comprehend the complexity of the health care system and the life cycle of a medical practice, areas that will be discussed include personnel management, compliance, technology, and the many roles of office management. Prerequisite: MEDINTRO Outside Hrs: 34

Once a student has completed all modules, he or she will be placed in their final module of training, as chosen by the school administration, in an on-campus practicum experience or out in the field in an approved externship facility.

Module MIBP – Practicum 0/200/6.0

Upon successful completion of Modules MEDINTRO, MIBCL, MIBGU, MIBIE, MIBMS, MIBRG, and MIBSN, Medical Insurance Billing and Coding students participate in a 200 hour practicum on-campus. The practicum provides the student an opportunity to apply principles and practices learned in the program and utilize entry-level skills in working with insurance companies and processing claims. Medical insurance billing and coding students work under the direct supervision of the school staff. Students are evaluated by an instructor or Department Chair at 100 and 200 hour intervals. Completed evaluation forms are placed in the students permanent records. Students must successfully complete their practicum experience in order to fulfill requirements for graduation. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Modules MEDINTRO, MIBCL, MIBGU, MIBIE, MIBMS, MIBRG, and MIBSN. Module MIBE – Externship 0/200/6.0

Upon successful completion of Modules MEDINTRO, MIBCL, MIBGU, MIBIE, MIBMS, MIBRG, and MIBSN, medical insurance billing/coding students participate in a 200-hour unpaid externship. Students are expected work a full-time (40 hours per week) schedule if possible. Serving in an externship at an approved facility gives externs an opportunity to work with the principles and practices learned in the classroom. Externs work under the direct supervision of qualified personnel in participating institutions and under general supervision of the school staff. Supervisory personnel will evaluate externs at 100 and 200-hour intervals. Completed evaluation forms are placed in the students’ permanent records. Students must successfully complete their externship training in order to fulfill requirements for graduation. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Modules MEDINTRO, MIBCL, MIBGU, MIBIE, MIBMS, MIBRG, and MIBSN.


Medical Insurance Billing and Coding 33 weeks 48 $16,202 $1,989 Effective for estimated textbook pricing starting April 24, 2012 and after

The calendar for the Medical Insurance Billing and Coding program is the same as the one for the other diploma programs. Please refer to ADDENDUM effective September 20, 2011 to view this calendar. ■ ADDENDUM, effective April 1, 2012: The Tuition and Fees table is updated for on-ground modular programs.


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Massage Therapy 36 weeks 55 $18,012 $1,441.97

Medical Administrative Assistant 33 weeks 48 $18,180 $1,745.59

Medical Assistant 41 weeks 60 $21,641 $1,852.62

Pharmacy Technician 33 weeks 48 $18,255 $914.82 Effective for estimated textbook pricing starting April 1, 2012 and after

■ ADDENDUM, effective March 13, 2012: The following scholarship has been added to the catalog and is

applicable to fully online students only.

YMCA Teen Achiever Scholarship

The YMCA Teen Achiever Scholarship is intended to support exemplary youth participating in the YMCA Teen Achiever Program and pursuing an Associate’s degree program with Everest University Online, a division of Everest University. This scholarship covers 100% of tuition (including books) for any Online Associate’s degree program.

Student Eligibility

The Scholarship is available to any current or past participant in the YMCA Teen Achiever Program pursuing an Online Associate’s degree program. Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements as defined on the application. Students must maintain good academic standing according to Everest University catalog requirements. Scholarship benefits terminate upon withdrawal from the University or if the recipient changes his/her original degree program. Students will be liable for all charges upon returning to Everest University Online or continuing enrollment in a different degree program. Procedures and Deadlines

Students must submit a completed scholarship application, essay and at least one letter of recommendation from a high school faculty or staff member, or from a YMCA official or administrator. A committee comprised of various University officials will evaluate the applications. Decisions are made by this committee and all decisions are final. Deadline for application submission varies and can be found on the current year’s application. Students must also meet all Everest University admissions criteria, including proof of high school graduation. Everest reserves the right to extend or cancel the YMCA Teen Achiever Scholarship program at any time. Students are financially responsible for all their outstanding Title IV and Genesis student loans. ■ ADDENDUM, effective March 15, 2012: The following highlighted prerequisites have been updated in the catalog

for the Computer Information Science program.

CISP3150C ‐ Current Information Technology Topics 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours; Total Hours: 50.0

Designed to provide opportunities through reading, lecture, discussions, and exercises for students to improve their proficiency as information technology professionals. Course may be repeated, but students may not take the same topic more than once. Prerequisites: Approval of Program Director Lecture Hours: 30.0; Lab Hours: 20.0; Other Hours: 00.0

CTS2303C ‐ Network Directory Services 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours; Total Hours: 50.0

This course provides the students with the steps necessary to plan, configure, and administer an Active Directory infrastructure. Topics include management methods for a large‐scale network directory, group policies, active directory replication, and database maintenance. Prerequisites: CNT1003C Lecture Hours: 30.0; Lab Hours: 20.0; Other Hours: 00.0

CTS2386C ‐ Network Infrastructure 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours; Total Hours: 50.0

This course covers the topics necessary for students to be able to deliver secure and reliable networking services to organizations utilizing Microsoft network operating systems. Working via lessons and hands on labs, students learn how to install, manage, and troubleshoot the network protocols and services utilized in the network operating system. Prerequisites: CNT1003C Lecture Hours: 30.0; Lab Hours: 20.0; Other Hours: 00.0

CTS2304C ‐ Network Directory Design 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours; Total Hours: 50.0

This course discusses the planning, issues, and options available to the network administrator who is designing a Windows Directory Services infrastructure. Key topics include the network’s physical topology, security, administration, naming standards, and migration issues. Prerequisites: CTS2303C Lecture Hours: 30.0; Lab


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Hours: 20.0; Other Hours: 00.0

CTS2313C ‐ Internet Security and Acceleration (ISA) 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours; Total Hours: 50.0

This course teaches students the basic concepts of proxy servers and firewalls. Students will learn how to install the Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration (ISA) Server, setup access rules, IP packet filters, create client VPN access points and configure intrusion detection. Prerequisites: CTS2386C Lecture Hours: 30.0; Lab Hours: 20.0; Other Hours: 00.0

CTS2330C ‐ Implementing and Supporting E‐Mail Service 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours; Total Hours: 50.0

This course provides students the ability to set up and support network e‐mail services. Working via lessons and

hands‐on labs, students gain practical experience installing, administering, and troubleshooting widely‐used e‐mail server software. Prerequisites: CTS2303 or CTS2386C Lecture Hours: 30.0; Lab Hours: 20.0; Other Hours: 00.0

CTS2383C ‐ Network Management 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours; Total Hours: 50.0

Students will gain a basic understanding of the steps necessary to implement, manage and troubleshoot existing network and server environments. Students will focus on performing desktop and server installation and configuration tasks, as well as network and operating system management tasks in a Microsoft Windows environment. Prerequisites: CTS2303C, CTS2386C Lecture Hours: 30.0; Lab Hours: 20.0; Other Hours: 00.0

■ ADDENDUM, effective February 28, 2012: The following Attendance Policy has been added to the catalog

and is applicable to all students enrolled in modular programs and receiving Veterans Education Benefits.

Additional Requirements for Veteran Students For Veteran students who have not previously been dismissed from the program for violating the attendance

policy, the following rule shall apply:


15% of the cumulative hours attempted Attendance warning letter sent

20% of the cumulative hours attempted Dismissed from the program

For Veteran students who have been dismissed for violating the attendance policy, or would have been

dismissed but for a successful appeal, the following rule shall apply:


15% of the remaining cumulative hours attempted Attendance warning letter sent

20% of the remaining cumulative hours attempted Dismissed from the program

The Veterans Administration (VA) requires that students receiving funds based on their enrollment in school

complete their course of studies in the standard length of the program. In order to meet this requirement, students must attend class on a regular basis. The VA requires that it be notified when a veteran student’s enrollment status changes; such notification may result in the termination of veteran benefits. All dismissals and successful appeals by students funded through the VA shall be reported to the VA by the certifying official for the school. ■ ADDENDUM, effective February 8, 2012: The following policy has been updated in the catalog:

ATTENDANCE POLICY (p. 16)

QUARTER-BASED PROGRAMS ONLY

Verifying Enrollment and Tracking Academic-Related Activities

Enrollment for quarter-based programs is tracked during the first 21 calendar days of the term, and for a mini-term, the first fourteen calendar days, excluding scheduled breaks and holidays. Students who fail to attend a course during this period will be withdrawn from the course and students who fail to attend any courses during this period will be withdrawn from the school. In addition, student participation in academically-related activities will be tracked during weeks 4-7 and weeks 8-11 of a full term course, and weeks 4 and 5 of a mini-term course. Regularly scheduled academic-related activities occur throughout the school term and participation in these activities is essential to student success. Examples of academic activities include, but are not limited to: instructor lecture, mid-term assessment, quiz, and field trip. Students who fail to participate in any academically-related events during this period shall be withdrawn from school.


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■ ADDENDUM, effective February 1, 2012: The Add/Drop Policy has been updated:

Add/Drop Period

The first 14 calendar days of each academic quarter are designated as the add/drop period for students in quarter-based programs. Holidays that fall during this timeframe are not counted as part of the add/drop period. Students who wish to make course changes must request approval from the Academic Dean/Director of Education (or designee) and the Student Finance Office.

The student charges for the term will be determined by the classes the student has attended by the end of the third week of the term. There are no charges for classes dropped during the add/drop period.

For students enrolling in school during the mini-term, the first seven days of the mini-term are considered the add/drop period. Holidays that fall during this timeframe are not counted as part of the add/drop period. Students who enroll in mini-term courses during the add/drop period must attend class by the 14

th calendar

day of the mini-term, or be dropped from the course.

The registration period for second mini-term courses occurs well in advance prior to the start of the second mini-term.

Continuing students, who are already enrolled in full term courses, should complete registration for the upcoming second mini-term courses by the close of business on day twenty (20) of the full-term.

Additionally, students must sign a Mini-Term Consent Form when registering for the upcoming second mini-term courses.

In order for second mini-term courses to be considered in the determination of a student’s enrollment status for Pell grant purposes only, a student must register for the second mini-term courses by the close of business on day twenty (20) of the start of the full term, i.e. prior to the Census date.

There is no add/drop period for micro-terms. ■ ADDENDUM, effective January 11, 2012: The following SAP table has been updated in the catalog.

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49-70 N/A 2.0 N/A 66.66%

■ ADDENDUM, effective February 1, 2012: The following course numbers have been revised:

Old Course Number New Course Number

HSA 1551 - Medical Law & Ethics HSA 1550 - Medical Law & Ethics

CCJ 3675 - Women, Crime, And Criminal Justice CCJ 3670 - Women, Crime, And Criminal Justice

COP 2010 C - Programming Concepts COP 2000C - Programming Concepts

CGS 2461 - Fundamental Programming Techniques COP 2505C - Fundamental Programming Techniques

HSC 1531 - Medical Terminology HSC 1527 - Medical Terminology

■ ADDENDUM, effective December 7, 2011: The state licensure agency information has been updated in the

Student Complaint Procedure section on page 31 of the catalog.

The Commission for Independent Education Florida Department of Education

325 West Gaines Street, Suite #1414 Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400

Toll free number (888) 224-6684


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■ ADDENDUM, effective December 6, 2011: The Military Scholarships information for on-ground students only has

been removed from page 28 of the catalog. ■ ADDENDUM, effective November 9, 2011: The Externship Module has been increased by 40 clock hours for

students who started on or after July 1, 2011 for the following programs.* The table below reflects the revised program information.

Program Program Length Total Clock Hours Total Credit Units

Medical Assistant v 2 41 weeks 920 60

Medical Administrative Assistant 33 weeks 760 48

Pharmacy Technician 33 weeks 760 48 *The Externship module will now have a total of 200 clock hours/6 credits.

■ ADDENDUM, effective November 9, 2011: The following SAP tables have been updated:


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■ ADDENDUM, effective September 19, 2011: The following Criminal Background Check language has been

updated:

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK

Students may be subject to a criminal background check prior to enrollment to ensure they are qualified to meet occupational or employment requirements, clinical or internship/externship placement requirements or licensure standards for many programs, including but not limited to those in the allied health or criminal justice fields.

Enrollment for students may not be granted when the background check identifies a conviction, pending case or unresolved deferral/diversion for any felonies or misdemeanors.


■ ADDENDUM, effective September 30, 2011: Tuition and fees listed below for fully online students only are current

as of the effective date of this addendum and will be charged for the student’s first quarter (or mini-term) in attendance. Tuition and fees for subsequent quarters will be charged at the published rate in effect at the beginning of that quarter. Undergraduate Students – The minimum full-time course load is 12 credits per quarter and maintenance of full time status is required to complete the program within the stated program length. Students enrolled at least ¾- time or more will be charged a flat-term rate as set forth below. Students enrolled half-time or less than half-time are charged quarterly based on the number of credits in which they enroll. For students enrolled on a half-time or less basis, total tuition for a given quarter is determined by multiplying the number of credit hours for which the student is registered for and attends within the term by the then current tuition rate for the number of credit hours for which the student is registered. Add/Drop Periods can be found in this catalog. Tuition and fees are subject to change. Refunds will be based on the portion of the quarter that the student has completed. Textbooks are included in the undergraduate tuition.


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Undergraduate Student Tuition for Fully Online Students Only:

Full Time: 12+ credits = $4044 per quarter

3/4-Time: 9-11.5 credits = $4022 per quarter

Half-time: 6-8.5 credits = $500 per quarter credit

Less than Half Time: 1-5.5 credits = $500 per quarter credit


16 $253 $4,044

15 $270 $4,044

Full Time 14 $289 $4,044

13 $311 $4,044

12 $337 $4,044

11 $336 $4,022

3/4 Time 10 $402 $4,022

9 $447 $4,022

8 $500 $4,000

Half Time 7 $500 $3,500

6 $500 $3,000

5 $500 $2,500

4 $500 $2,000

Less than Half Time 3 $500 $1,500

2 $500 $1,000

1 $500 $500

■ ADDENDUM, effective September 26, 2011: The following Admissions Requirements have been updated in the

catalog.

UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSSIONS REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or a recognized equivalent such as the GED.

Applicants will be required to sign an “Attestation Regarding High School Graduation or Equivalency”

indicating they meet the School’s requirements for admission unless they submit proof of high school graduation or a recognized equivalency certificate (GED) to the School by providing the School with the diploma, transcript confirming graduation, GED certificate or other equivalent documentation.

High school seniors who are accepted on a conditional basis must sign an “Attestation Regarding High School Graduation or Equivalency” following graduation and prior to starting classes.

If documents required for enrollment are not available at the time of application, applicants may be accepted for a limited period to allow time for receipt of all required documentation.

Prospective students enrolling in a fully online program will complete a distance learning quiz to assess their ability to complete an online course.

Applicants are informed of their acceptance status shortly after all required information is received and the applicants’ qualifications are reviewed.

Applicants who determine that they would like to apply for admission will complete an enrollment agreement.

Students may apply for entry at any time. Students are responsible for meeting the requirements of the catalog in effect at the time of enrollment. Students automatically come under the current catalog at reentrance after not attending for a full academic term.

■ ADDENDUM, effective August 1, 2011: The following Florida’s Statewide Course Numbering System

language has been updated in the catalog. Courses in this catalog are identified by prefixes and numbers that were assigned by Florida’s Statewide Course Numbering System (SCNS). This numbering system is used by all public postsecondary institutions in Florida and 25 participating nonpublic institutions. The major purpose of this system is to facilitate the transfer of courses between participating institutions. Students and administrators can use the online SCNS to obtain course descriptions and specific information about course transfer between participating Florida institutions. This information is at the SCNS website at http://scns.fldoe.org. Each participating institution controls the title, credit, and content of its own courses and recommends the first digit of the course number to indicate the level at which students normally take the course. Course prefixes and the last three digits of the course numbers are assigned by members of faculty discipline committees appointed for that


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purpose by the Florida Department of Education in Tallahassee. Individuals nominated to serve on these committees are selected to maintain a representative balance as to type of institution and discipline field or specialization. The course prefix and each digit in the course number have a meaning in the SCNS. The listing of prefixes and associated courses is referred to as the “SCNS taxonomy.” Descriptions of the content of courses are referred to as “statewide course profiles.” Example of Course Identifier

Prefix Level Code Century Digit Decade Digit Unit Digit Lab Code

(first digit) (second digit) (third digit) (fourth digit)

ENC 1 1 0 1

English Lower (Freshman) Freshman Freshman Freshman No laboratory Composition Level at this Composition Composition Composition component in

institution Skills Skills I this course

General Rule for Course Equivalencies

Equivalent courses at different institutions are identified by the same prefixes and same last three digits of the course number and are guaranteed to be transferable between participating institutions that offer the course, with a few exceptions, as listed below in Exception to the General Rule for Equivalency. For example, a freshman composition skills course is offered by 56 different postsecondary institutions. Each institution uses “ENC_101” to identify its freshman composition skills course. The level code is the first digit and represents the year in which students normally take the course at a specific institution. In the SCNS taxonomy, “ENC” means “English Composition,” the century digit “1” represents “Freshman Composition,” the decade digit “0” represents “Freshman Composition Skills,” and the unit digit “1” represents “Freshman Composition Skills I.” In the sciences and certain other areas, a “C” or “L” after the course number is known as a lab indicator. The “C” represents a combined lecture and laboratory course that meets in the same place at the same time. The “L” represents a laboratory course or the laboratory part of a course that has the same prefix and course number but meets at a different time or place. Transfer of any successfully completed course from one participating institution to another is guaranteed in cases where the course to be transferred is equivalent to one offered by the receiving institution. Equivalencies are established by the same prefix and last three digits and comparable faculty credentials at both institutions. For example, ENC 1101 is offered at a community college. The same course is offered at a state university as ENC 2101. A student who has successfully completed ENC 1101 at the community college is guaranteed to receive transfer credit for ENC 2101 at the state university if the student transfers. The student cannot be required to take ENC 2101 again since ENC 1101 is equivalent to ENC 2101. Transfer credit must be awarded for successfully completed equivalent courses and used by the receiving institution to determine satisfaction of requirements by transfer students on the same basis as credit awarded to the native students. It is the prerogative of the receiving institution, however, to offer transfer credit for courses successfully completed that have not been designated as equivalent. NOTE: Credit generated at institutions on the quarter-term system may not transfer the equivalent number

of credits to institutions on the semester-term system. For example, 4.0 quarter hours often transfers as 2.67 semester hours.

The Course Prefix

The course prefix is a three-letter designator for a major division of an academic discipline, subject matter area, or subcategory of knowledge. The prefix is not intended to identify the department in which a course is offered. Rather, the content of a course determines the assigned prefix to identify the course.

Authority for Acceptance of Equivalent Courses

Section 1007.24(7), Florida Statutes, states: Any student who transfers among postsecondary institutions that are fully accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education and that participate in the statewide course numbering system shall be awarded credit by the receiving institution for courses satisfactorily completed by the student at the previous institutions. Credit shall be awarded if the courses are judged by the appropriate statewide course numbering system faculty committees representing school districts, public postsecondary educational institutions, and participating nonpublic postsecondary educational institutions to be academically equivalent to courses offered at the receiving institution, including equivalency of faculty credentials, regardless of the public or nonpublic control of the previous institution. The Department of Education shall ensure that credits to be accepted by a receiving institution are generated in courses for which the faculty possess credentials that are comparable to those required by the accrediting association of the receiving institution. The award of credit may be limited to courses that are entered in the statewide course numbering system.


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Credits awarded pursuant to this subsection shall satisfy institutional requirements on the same basis as credits awarded to native students. Exceptions to the General Rule for Equivalency

Since the initial implementation of the SCNS, specific disciplines or types of courses have been excepted from the guarantee of transfer for equivalent courses. These include courses that must be evaluated individually or courses in which the student must be evaluated for mastery of skill and technique. The following courses are exceptions to the general rule for course equivalencies and may not transfer. Transferability is at the discretion of the receiving institution.

A. Courses not offered by the receiving institution. B. For courses at non-regionally accredited institutions, courses offered prior to the established transfer date of

the course in question. C. Courses in the _900-999 series are not automatically transferable, and must be evaluated individually.

These include such courses as Special Topics, Internships, Apprenticeships, Practica, Study Abroad, Theses, and Dissertations.

D. College preparatory and vocational preparatory courses. E. Graduate courses. F. Internships, apprenticeships, practica, clinical experiences, and study abroad courses with numbers other

than those ranging from 900-999. G. Applied courses in the performing arts (Art, Dance, Interior Design, Music, and Theatre) and skills courses in

Criminal Justice (academy certificate courses) are not guaranteed as transferable. These courses need evidence of achievement (e.g., portfolio, audition, interview, etc.).

Courses at Nonregionally Accredited Institutions

The SCNS makes available on its home page (http://scns.fldoe.org) a report entitled “Courses at Nonregionally Accredited Institutions” that contains a comprehensive listing of all nonpublic institution courses in the SCNS inventory, as well as each course’s transfer level and transfer effective date. This report is updated monthly. Questions about the SCNS and appeals regarding course credit transfer decisions should be directed to Robert Boggs, Ed.D. or Avi Moscowitz at the Transfer Center (877) 727-0058, or to the Florida Department of Education, Office of Articulation, 1401 Turlington Building, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400. Special reports and technical information may be requested by calling the SCNS office at (850) 245-0427 or at http://scns.fldoe.org. ■ ADDENDUM effective September 9, 2011: The following statement has been removed from p. 23 under Refund

Policies section of the catalog.

“Monthly payment plans can be set up if the student cannot pay the entire balance in one lump sum.”


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■ ADDENDUM effective September 20, 2011: The campus will offer version 2 of the Medical Assistant diploma

program.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT Diploma Program 41 Weeks – 920 hours - 60 credit units

V2 The Medical Assistant diploma program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions as medical assistants in a variety of health care settings. Students learn the structure and function of the major body systems in conjunction with medical terminology, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, computer skills, administrative processes, bookkeeping and accounting practices, and the processing of medical insurance forms and claims. In recent years, the medical assisting profession has become indispensable to the health care field. Physicians have become more reliant on medical assistants for their front and back office skills. Medical offices and ambulatory care providers, clinics, urgent care centers and insurance providers are seeking their services. The goal of the Medical Assistant Diploma Program is to prepare competent entry-level medical assistants in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains required and necessary to prepare them for entry level positions such as clinical or administrative assistant, medical receptionist, and medical insurance biller.

Note: Medical Assistant graduates are immediately eligible to sit for the Registered Medical Assistant

Examination. Candidates who pass the exam are considered Registered Medical Assistants (RMA).

Course Number

Course Title Clock Hours Lec/Lab/Extern

Quarter Credit Units

Module MAINTRO

Introduction to Medical Assisting 080 040/040/000

6.0

Module A Integumentary, Sensory, and Nervous Systems, Patient Care and Communication

080 040/040/000

6.0

Module B Muscular System, Infection Control, Minor Office Surgery, and Pharmacology

080 040/040/000

6.0

Module C Digestive System, Nutrition, Financial Management, and First Aid 080 040/040/000

6.0

Module D Cardiopulmonary Systems, Vital Signs, Electrocardiography, and CPR

080 040/040/000

6.0

Module E Urinary, Blood, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems and Laboratory Procedures

080 040/040/000

6.0

Module F Endocrine, Skeletal, and Reproductive Systems, Pediatrics, and Geriatrics

080 040/040/000

6.0

Module G Medical Law and Ethics, Psychology, and Therapeutic Procedures 080 040/040/000

6.0

Module H Health Insurance Basics, Claims Processing, and Computerized Billing

080 040/040/000

6.0

Module X Medical Assistant Diploma Program Externship 200 000/000/200

6.0

920 60.0

Module Descriptions

Module descriptions include the module number, title, and synopsis, a listing of the lecture hours, laboratory hours, externship hours, and credit units. For example, the listing "40/40/6.0" indicates that the module consists of 40 hours of lecture, 40 hours of laboratory work, and provides 6 Quarter Credit units.

MODULE MAINTRO - Introduction to Medical Assisting

Module MAINTRO introduces students to the medical assisting profession, medical terminology, interpersonal skills, study techniques, and basic clinical skills. Students are introduced to the rules needed to build, spell, and pronounce health care terms, basic prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, and terms associated with body structure and directional terminology. Students study the professional qualities and professional personal appearance of a medical assistant. They learn about the administrative and clinical duties performed by a medical assistant. Additionally, students study the purpose of accreditation and the significance of becoming credentialed professional. Students also study the importance of interpersonal skills and the application of these skills with patients and fellow employees. Students will gain knowledge of basic medical insurance billing, coding concepts, and the use of coding reference books. Students are introduced to the basic clinical skills of obtaining vital signs, drawing and processing blood samples, and preparing and administering injections—procedures that they will continue to practice throughout


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the remaining modules. Students learn how to use knowledge of multiple intelligences to enhance studying and learning and how to make their personality type work for them. Successful note-taking and listening skills are reviewed, as well as techniques for remembering. Students also gain knowledge of test-taking strategies, including methods that can be used for reducing test anxiety.

Lecture: 40 Hrs Lab: 40 Hrs 6.0-Quarter Credit Units [Prerequisite: None]

MODULE A - Integumentary, Sensory, and Nervous Systems, Patient Care and Communication

Module A emphasizes patient care, including physical examinations and procedures related to the eyes and ears, the nervous system, and the integumentary system. Students will have an opportunity to work with and review patient charts and perform front office skills related to records management, appointment scheduling, and bookkeeping. Students gain skills in communication (verbal and nonverbal) when working with patients both on the phone and in person. Students develop working knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology of the special senses (eyes and ears), nervous and integumentary system, common diseases and disorders, and medical terminology related to these systems. Students check vital signs, obtain blood samples, and prepare and administer injections. Also introduced are strategies for dealing with change, setting goals, and getting motivated. Students learn how to prepare an attractive business letter, along with demonstrating increasing speed and accuracy on the computer keyboard and in medical transcription. Students build on their keyboarding and word processing skills related to word processing and spreadsheet programs, with acceptable progress through the identified text(s).

Lecture: 40 Hrs (20 in Theory/10 in Clinical Lab/10 in Computer) Lab: 40 Hrs (30 in Clinical Lab/10 in Computer Lab) 6.0-Quarter Credit Units [Prerequisite: MAINTRO]

MODULE B - Muscular System, Infection Control, Minor Office Surgery, and Pharmacology

Module B stresses the importance of asepsis and sterile technique in today’s health care environment, along with the proper use of personal protective equipment. Students learn about basic bacteriology and its relationship to infection and disease control. Students identify the purpose and expectations of the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regarding disease transmission in the medical facility. Students study basic math concepts to prepare for medication dosage calculations. Students learn the principles and various methods of administering medication. Basic pharmacology and the uses, inventory, classification, and effects of therapeutic drugs are included. Students participate in the positioning and draping of patients for various examinations and prepare for assisting with minor office surgical procedures. Students gain knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology of the muscular system, common diseases and disorders, and medical terminology related to this system. Students check vital signs, obtain blood samples, and prepare and administer injections. Also introduced are strategies for setting and accomplishing personal goals, along with how to succeed in accomplishing these goals. Students describe how to handle numbers, symbols, and abbreviations in transcribed material and demonstrate increasing speed and accuracy on the computer keyboard and in medical transcription. Students build on their keyboarding and word processing skills related to word processing and spreadsheet programs, with acceptable progress through the identified text(s). Lecture: 40 Hrs (20 in Theory/10 in Clinical Lab/10 in Computer) Lab: 40 Hrs (30 in Clinical Lab/10 in Computer Lab) 6.0-Quarter Credit Units [Prerequisite: MAINTRO]

MODULE C - Digestive System, Nutrition, Financial Management, and First Aid

Module C introduces students to the health care environment, office emergencies, and first aid, with an emphasis on bandaging techniques for wounds and injuries. Students will discuss types of disasters and the medical assistant’s role in emergency preparedness and assisting during and after a disaster. Students learn bookkeeping procedures, accounts receivable and payable, financial management, banking, and check-writing procedures essential to the successful operation of the medical office. Students study the administrative and clinical uses of the electronic health record. Students develop working knowledge of good health, nutrition, weight control, and strategies in promoting good health in patients. They acquire knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology, common diseases and disorders, and medical terminology of the digestive system. Students check vital signs, obtain blood samples, and prepare and administer injections. They are introduced to strategies for building active reading and comprehension skills, along with techniques for managing time. Students practice transcribing accurate medical record notes and correcting erroneous entries, along with demonstrating increasing speed and accuracy on the computer keyboard and in medical transcription. Students build on their keyboarding and word processing skills related to word processing and spreadsheet programs, with acceptable progress through the identified text(s). Lecture: 40 Hrs (20 in Theory/10 in Clinical Lab/10 in Computer)


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Lab: 40 Hrs (30 in Clinical Lab/10 in Computer Lab) 6.0-Quarter Credit Units [Prerequisite: MAINTRO]

MODULE D - Cardiopulmonary Systems, Vital Signs, Electrocardiography, and CPR

Module D examines the circulatory and respiratory systems, including the structure and function of the heart and lungs, along with diseases, disorders, diagnostic tests, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology associated with these systems. Students apply knowledge of the electrical pathways of the heart muscle in preparation for applying electrocardiography leads and recording a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG). Students receive instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), which enables them to respond to cardiac emergencies. Students check vital signs and differentiate between normal values for pediatric and adult patients. Students obtain blood samples and prepare and administer injections. Students will discuss how to apply critical and creative thinking skills to analyzing and problem solving in the workplace and everyday life. Students study the preparation of a History and Physical examination report, along with demonstrating increasing speed and accuracy on the computer keyboard and in medical transcription. Students build on their keyboarding and word processing skills related to word processing and spreadsheet programs, with acceptable progress through the identified text(s).


MODULE E - Urinary, Blood, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems and Laboratory Procedures

Module E introduces microbiology and laboratory procedures commonly performed in a physician’s office or medical clinic. Students learn specimen identification, collection, handling and transportation procedures and practice venipuncture and routine diagnostic hematology. Maintenance and care of laboratory equipment and supplies are discussed. Students gain working knowledge of radiology and nuclear medicine, in addition to various radiological examinations and patient preparation for these exams. Anatomy and physiology of the urinary system and the body’s immunity, including the structure and functions, as well as common diagnostic exams and disorders related to these systems, is presented. Students perform common laboratory tests, check vital signs, and perform selected invasive procedures. Students learn essential medical terminology related to the body systems and topics introduced in the module. Students learn the skills involved in organizing and writing a paper. Students transcribe miscellaneous medical reports, along with demonstrating increasing speed and accuracy on the computer keyboard and in medical transcription. Students build on their keyboarding and word processing skills related to word processing and spreadsheet programs, with acceptable progress through the identified text(s).


MODULE F - Endocrine, Skeletal, and Reproductive Systems, Pediatrics, and Geriatrics

Module F covers general anatomy and physiology, including an overview of the study of biology and the various body structures and systems. This module also examines the anatomy, physiology, and functions of the skeletal, endocrine, and reproductive systems, along with medical terminology associated with these systems. Students learn about child growth and development. They develop working knowledge of the skills necessary to assist in a pediatrician’s office and learn the important differences that are specific to the pediatric field. Some of the skills students learn in this area are height and weight measurements and restraining techniques used for infants and children. They check vital signs, assist with diagnostic examinations and laboratory tests, and instruct patients regarding health promotion practices. Students gain knowledge of signs and symptoms of possible child abuse or neglect. Students also become familiar with human development across the life span. They will discuss normal and abnormal changes that are part of the aging process and the medical assistant’s responsibilities related to the older person. Students check vital signs, obtain blood samples, and prepare and administer injections. Students discuss the importance of the ability to compose business documents and reports and practice composing business documents and e-mails. Students demonstrate increasing speed and accuracy on the computer keyboard and in medical transcription. Students build on their keyboarding and word processing skills related to word processing and spreadsheet programs, with acceptable progress through the identified text(s).



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MODULE G - Medical Law, and Ethics, Psychology, and Therapeutic Procedures

Module G covers the history and science of the medical field, as well as the medical assisting profession. Students gain working knowledge of concepts related to patient reception in the medical office and preparing for the day. They discuss the importance of professional behavior in the workplace. Students learn what it takes to become an office manager and the responsibilities an office manager has to the office, the staff, and the physician. Students are introduced to medical office safety, security, and emergency provisions. They study how to maintain equipment and inventory. The functions of computers in the medical office are discussed. Students also talk about the role ergonomics plays in the health of the staff and patients. Students learn how to provide mobility assistance and support to patients with special physical and emotional needs, and various physical therapy modalities are discussed. Also introduced are the basic principles of psychology, psychological disorders, diseases, available treatments, and medical terminology related to mental and behavioral health. Medical law and ethics in relation to health care are discussed. Skills and attitudes necessary for success in the workforce are introduced, along with how to create a résumé, and follow through with the job search. Students check vital signs, obtain blood samples, and prepare and administer injections. Students demonstrate increasing speed and accuracy on the computer keyboard and build on their keyboarding and word processing skills related to word processing and spreadsheet programs, with acceptable progress through the identified text(s). Lecture: 40 Hrs (20 in Theory/10 in Clinical Lab/10 in Computer) Lab: 40 Hrs (30 in Clinical Lab/10 in Computer Lab) 6.0-Quarter Credit Units [Prerequisite: MAINTRO]

MODULE H – Health Insurance Basics, Claims Processing, and Computerized Insurance Billing

Module H introduces students to insurance billing and provides an in-depth exposure to diagnostic and procedural coding. Students gain working knowledge of the major medical insurances and claims form processing. They are introduced to types and sources of insurance, health insurance basics, traditional insurance plans, managed care, Medicare, Medicaid, military carriers, and Worker’s Compensation and Disability insurance. This module covers the format of the ICD-9-CM manual, the CPT-4 and HCPCS manuals, and their relationship to the process of insurance claims submission. Patient expectations of the medical practice in regard to billing and collections and patient confidentiality are covered. Students gain knowledge of how to enter patient information and schedule appointments electronically, along with processing insurance claims both manually and electronically. Students continue to develop basic clinical skills by taking vital signs, obtaining blood samples, and preparing and administering injections.


MODULE X - Medical Assistant Diploma Program Externship

Upon successful completion of all modules, medical assisting students participate in a 200-hour externship at an approved facility. The externship provides the student an opportunity to apply principles and practices learned in the program and utilize entry-level medical assisting skills in working with patients. Medical Assisting diploma program externs work under the direct supervision of qualified personnel at the participating externship sites, and under general supervision of the school staff. Supervisory personnel at the site evaluate externs at 100- and 200-hour intervals. Completed evaluation forms are placed in the students’ permanent records. Students must successfully complete their externship experience in order to fulfill requirements for graduation.

Lecture: 00 Hrs Lab: 00 Hrs Extern 200 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours [Prerequisite: MAINTRO, Modules A-H]


Medical Assistant 41 Weeks 60.0 $21,641 $1,498.73

Effective for estimated textbook pricing starting September 20, 2011 and after


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Massage Therapy, Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician

Modular Programs 2012-2013

Start Date End Date Holidays/Breaks

12/15/11 01/20/12 12/24/11-01/02/12; 01/16/12

1/23/12 2/17/12 02/20/12

2/21/12 3/19/12

3/20/12 4/23/12 04/07/12 – 04/15/12

4/24/12 5/21/12

5/22/12 6/19/12 05/28/12

6/20/12 7/18/12 07/4/12

7/19/12 8/15/12

8/16/12 9/13/12 09/03/12

9/17/12 10/12/12

10/15/12 11/9/12

11/12/12 12/11/12 11/22/12 – 11/23/12

12/12/12 1/17/13 12/22/12 – 01/01/13; 01/21/13

1/22/13 2/19/13 02/18/13

2/20/13 3/19/13

3/20/13 4/23/13 04/06/13 – 04/14/13

4/24/13 5/21/13

5/22/13 6/19/13 05/27/13

6/20/13 7/18/13 07/04/13

7/22/13 8/16/13

8/19/13 9/16/13 09/02/13

9/17/13 10/14/13

10/15/13 11/11/13

11/12/13 12/11/13 11/28/13 – 11/29/13

12/12/13 1/21/14 12/24/13 – 01/01/14 01/20/14

■ ADDENDUM effective September 1, 2011: The Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy issued via addendum on

July 1, 2011 has been updated. Please see the highlighted sections below for the updated language. ACADEMIC AND FINANCIAL AID WARNING

SAP is evaluated at the end of each term and all students with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) and/or rate of progress (ROP) below the required academic progress standards as stated in the school’s catalog are determined to have not met satisfactory academic progress. Students not meeting SAP and with a previous SAP Met status will be issued a Financial Aid Warning and be advised that unless they improve their CGPA and/or rate of progress toward completion, they may be withdrawn from their program and lose eligibility for federal financial aid. NOTIFICATION OF FINANCIAL AID WARNING

The Academic Dean/Director of Education (or designee) must provide the written notice of FA Warning status to all students not meeting SAP and with a previous SAP Met status. The following timelines apply to all students receiving an FA Warning:

For programs with an Add/Drop period: − Students must receive the notification by the first day of the term; and − Must be advised within fourteen (14) calendar days after the term start.

Note: For terms without a break week, students must receive the notification within seven (7) calendar days after the term start and be advised within twenty-one (21) calendar days after the term start.

For modular programs: − Students must receive the notification by the third (3rd) calendar day of the next module; and − Must be advised within ten (10) calendar days after the module start.

ACADEMIC AND FINANCIAL AID PROBATION

When students fall below the required academic progress standards (CGPA and/or ROP) for their program for two consecutive evaluation periods, students shall receive written notification that they will be withdrawn unless they successfully appeal by written request within the timeframe stated in the Student Academic Appeals Policy. If a student’s appeal is approved, the student will be placed on Academic and Financial Aid (FA) probation. While on FA probation, students must adhere to an Academic Progress Plan. Probation will begin at the start of the next evaluation period. When both the CGPA and ROP are above the probation ranges, students are removed from probation.


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During the period of probation, students are considered to be making Satisfactory Academic Progress both for academic and financial aid eligibility. Students on probation must participate in academic advising as a condition of their probation. Academic advising shall be documented on an Academic Progress Plan and shall be kept in the students’ academic file. NOTIFICATION OF ACADEMIC AND FINANCIAL AID PROBATION

The Academic Dean/Director of Education (or designee) must provide written notice of probationary status to all students placed on academic and financial aid probation. The following timelines apply for all students:

For programs with an Add/Drop period: − Students must receive the notification by the first day of the term; − If the student appeals this status and the appeal is approved, the student must receive an

Academic Progress Plan within ten (10) calendar days after the appeal’s approval. Note: For terms without a break week, students must receive the notification within seven (7) calendar days after the term start.

For modular programs: − Students must receive the notification by the third (3

rd) calendar day of the next module;

− If the student appeals this status and the appeal is approved, the student must receive an Academic Progress Plan within seven (7) calendar days after the appeal’s approval.

DISMISSAL

If the student does not meet the Academic Progress Plan’s requirements at the end of the evaluation period, the student will be dismissed from the program. Students who have violated Academic and Financial Aid Probation and have been dismissed from a program are not eligible for readmission to that program if the student has exceeded or may exceed the maximum time frame of completion until they reestablish appropriate Satisfactory Academic Progress standing. Students who have reached the maximum time frame for their program must be withdrawn from the program. There is no appeal for this type of withdrawal. RETAKING PASSED COURSEWORK

Students may repeat coursework as long as such coursework does not include more than a single repetition of a previously passed course. Each attempt counts in the calculation of the students’ rate of progress and successful completion percentages. All repeated courses will appear on the student’s transcript, but only the highest grade earned will be included in the calculation of their cumulative grade point average. RETAKING FAILED COURSEWORK

For the purpose of improving academic standing and establishing institutional grade point average, students must repeat any failed coursework. Failed courses may be repeated more than twice, so long as repeating the coursework does not jeopardize the students’ maximum time frame of completion. Each attempt counts in the calculation of the students’ rate of progress and successful completion percentages. All repeated coursework will appear on the student’s transcript, but only the highest grade earned will be included in the calculation of their cumulative grade point average. ■ADDENDUM, effective August 12, 2011: The following ATB Policy has been updated: CAMPUS ATB PASSING TEST SCORES

Passing scores on the CPAt are Language Usage 45, Reading 45, and Numerical 43.

Passing scores on the COMPASS test are Numerical Skills/Prealgebra 27, Reading 65, and Writing Skills

35.

Passing scores on the ASSET are Reading 36, Writing 35, and Numerical 36.

Passing scores on the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test are: Verbal (205) and Quantitative (215). Students

must achieve a passing score on both skill assessments in a single testing session to be considered passing.

Note: Everest will accept test score reports from tests taken at any Everest location or an official Assessment Center.

■ADDENDUM, effective August 5, 2011: Please see the Catalog Supplement for current information related to the

faculty listing.


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■ ADDENDUM effective Aug 18, 2011: The Tuition and Fees table is updated for the online programs:

Effective October 17, 2011

ONLINE PROGRAM TUITION

The student's total tuition for a given quarter is determined by a per quarter (undergraduate) or per credit (graduate) price as follows:

Students enrolling in all Associate and Bachelor programs with start dates of April 18, 2011 and later.

$4044 per quarter*

Active students with start dates prior to October 11, 2010.

Active students with start dates between October 11, 2010 and March 3, 2011 in all programs.

$4044 per quarter for Undergraduate courses* $548 per credit hour for Masters courses

*The tuition rate is the same regardless of the number of credits the student elects to take. ■ ADDENDUM, effective July 22, 2011: The following IP grade description (highlighted) has been added in the

grading scale to address the Massage Therapy clinic courses:


A 4 Excellent 100-92 100-90

B 3 Very Good 91-84 89-80

C 2 Good 83-76 79-70

D* 1 Poor 75-68 69-60

F** or Fail 0 Failing 67-0 59-0

P or Pass Not Calculated Pass (for externship/Internship or thesis classes only)

IP*** Not Calculated In Progress (for linear externship/Internship/modular clinic courses or thesis courses only)


EL Not Calculated Experiential Learning Credit

PE Not Calculated Pass by Proficiency Exam






*Not used in Allied Health Programs. **Due to Florida Board and programmatic accrediting agency requirements, students in Allied Health programs require a higher percentage grade to pass. For Nursing program, Failing is 75-0%. For all other Allied Health Programs, Failing is 69-0%. ***If the required linear externship/internship hours are not completed within one term, the student will receive an IP (In Progress) grade and a zero credit Externship/Internship Extension course will be scheduled in the following term. Once the required hours are completed, the student’s grade will be entered in both courses.

■ ADDENDUM, effective July 12, 2011: The following admissions requirements have been updated for the

Pharmacy Technician program: DIPLOMA AND ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE, PHARMACY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM

Applicants must reach 18 years of age on or prior to the expected date of graduation.

Students must meet with the Program Director in their first term. Note: In order to be employed as a pharmacy technician in the state of Florida, registration with the Florida Board of Pharmacy is required.


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■ ADDENDUM, effective July 18, 2011: The following admissions requirements have been updated for the Surgical

Technologist program. SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST PROGRAM

High School graduate or have a GED

Pass an entrance test

Complete a personal interview with the Surgical Technologist Director or designee

Complete and pass a criminal background check

Complete and pass a drug screening which shows no evidence of illegal drug usage Prior to clinical the following need to be completed:

Meet the outlined Essential Skills and Functional Ability Standards and have physical examination clearance by a physician

Provide proof of current immunizations as required by clinical affiliates

Provide proof of current or complete CPR/Choking training that includes infant, child and adult with AED as required by clinical affiliates (this will be completed in class)

■ ADDENDUM, effective July 1, 2011: The following Policies have been updated for the campus: EVEREST CONSORTIUM AGREEMENT

The Everest Consortium Agreement enables students to attend a limited number of classes (a maximum of 49% of credit hours) at an Everest campus location other than their home campus. In addition, students nearing completion of their program of study may finish their degree at another Everest campus location through the Consortium Agreement (a minimum of 51% of credit hours must be completed at the Home campus). Complete details on the Everest Consortium Agreement are available in the Academic Dean’s/Director of Education’s office. OUT OF CLASS ASSIGNMENTS

Students in degree programs should plan to spend a minimum of up to two hours per day outside of class completing homework assignments as directed by the instructor

In addition to scheduled classes, students in diploma programs will be expected to complete assigned homework and other out-of-class assignments in order to successfully meet course objectives as set forth in the course/program syllabi

GRADING SYSTEM AND PROGRESS REPORTS

The student’s final grade for each course or module is determined by the average of the tests, homework, class participation, special assignments and any other criteria indicated in the grading section of the syllabus for the course or module. Final grades are reported at the completion of each grading term and are provided to each student. If mailed, they are sent to the student’s home address. Failed courses must be repeated and are calculated as an attempt in Satisfactory Academic Progress calculations.


A 4 Excellent 100-92 100-90

B 3 Very Good 91-84 89-80

C 2 Good 83-76 79-70

D* 1 Poor 75-68 69-60

F** or Fail 0 Failing 67-0 59-0


IP*** Not Calculated In Progress (for externship/Internship or thesis courses only)









*Not used in Allied Health Programs.


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**Due to Florida Board and programmatic accrediting agency requirements, students in Allied Health programs require a higher percentage grade to pass. For Nursing program, Failing is 75-0%. For all other Allied Health Programs, Failing is 69-0%. ***If the required linear externship/internship hours are not completed within one term, the student will receive an IP (In Progress) grade and a zero credit Externship/Internship Extension course will be scheduled in the following term. Once the required hours are completed, the student’s grade will be entered in both courses.

GPA AND CGPA CALCULATIONS

The Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for all students. The GPA for each term and Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) are calculated on courses taken in residence at Everest

The GPA for each term is calculated by dividing the quality point earned that term by the total cumulative credit hour for the GPA.

The CGPA is calculated by dividing the total cumulative quality point earned by the total cumulative credits attempted for the GPA.

The number of quality points awarded for each course is determined by multiplying the points listed for each letter grade by the number of credits of the course.

A grade average percentage is calculated for students receiving percentage grades.

The GPA equivalent of the calculated average is given in the table above. STANDARDS OF SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (SAP)

Students must maintain satisfactory academic progress in order to remain eligible as regularly enrolled students and to continue receiving federal financial assistance. The accreditor and federal regulations require that all students progress at a reasonable rate toward the completion of their academic program. Satisfactory academic progress is measured by:

The student’s cumulative grade point average (CGPA)

The student’s rate of progress toward completion (ROP)

The maximum time frame allowed to complete which is 150% of total number of credits in the program of study (MTF)

EVALUATION PERIODS FOR SAP

Satisfactory academic progress is measured for all students at the end of each grading period (i.e., at the end of each term, module, phase, level, quarter and payment period).

NOTE: Satisfactory Academic Progress for fully online students is measured at the end of each academic term. RATE OF PROGRESS TOWARD COMPLETION

The school catalog contains a schedule designating the minimum percentage or amount of work that a student must successfully complete at the end of each evaluation period to complete their educational program within the maximum time frame (150%). Quantitative progress is determined by dividing the number of credit hours earned by the number of credit hours attempted. Credit hours attempted include completed hours, transfer credits, withdrawals, and repeated courses.

MAXIMUM TIME FRAME TO COMPLETE

The maximum time frame for completion of any program is limited by federal regulation to 150% of the published length of the program. A student is not allowed to attempt more than 1.5 times or 150% of the credit hours in the standard length of the program in order to complete the requirements for graduation. SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS TABLES


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47.0 Quarter Credit Hour Program. Total credits that may be attempted:

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APPLICATION OF GRADES AND CREDITS TO SAP

Grades A through F are included in the calculation of CGPA and are included in the Total Number of Credit Hours Attempted.

Transfer credits (TR) are not included in the calculation of CGPA but are included in the Total Number of Credit Hours Attempted and Earned in order to determine the required levels for CGPA and rate of progress.

Courses with grades of P, EL and PE are not included in the CGPA calculation but do count as credit hours successfully completed for the rate of progress calculation.

For calculating rate of progress, F grades and W grades are counted as hours attempted but are not counted as hours successfully completed. Grades of IP will also be counted as hours attempted but not as hours successfully completed.

When a course is repeated, the higher of the two grades is used in the calculation of CGPA, and the total credit hours for the original course and the repeated course are included in the Total Credit Hours Attempted (in the SAP charts) in order to determine the required rate of progress level. The credit hours for the original attempt are considered as not successfully completed.

When a student transfers between programs, all attempts of courses common to both programs are included in the CGPA and ROP of the new program.

Students graduating from one program and continuing on to another will have all successfully completed courses common to both programs included in the SAP calculations of the new program. Courses not in the new program, including grades of W or F, are excluded from all SAP calculations.

ACADEMIC AND FINANCIAL AID WARNING

SAP is evaluated at the end of each term and all students with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) and/or rate of progress (ROP) below the required academic progress standards as stated in the school’s catalog are determined to have not met satisfactory academic progress. Students not meeting SAP and with a previous SAP Not Met status will be issued a Financial Aid Warning and be advised that unless they improve their CGPA and/or rate of progress toward completion, they may be withdrawn from their program and lose eligibility for federal financial aid. ACADEMIC AND FINANCIAL AID PROBATION

At the end of any evaluation period, when students fall below the required academic progress standards (CGPA and/or ROP) for their program, students shall receive written notification, must complete an appeal and, if approved, will be placed on Academic and Financial Aid (FA) probation. While on FA probation, students must adhere to an Academic Progress Plan. Probation will begin at the start of the next evaluation period. When both the CGPA and ROP are above the probation ranges, students are removed from probation. During the period of probation, students are considered to be making Satisfactory Academic Progress both for academic and financial aid eligibility. Students on probation must participate in academic advising as a condition of their probation. Academic advising shall be documented on an Academic Progress Plan and shall be kept in the students’ academic file. NOTIFICATION OF ACADEMIC AND FINANCIAL AID PROBATION

The Academic Dean/Director of Education (or designee) must provide written notice of probationary status to all students placed on academic and financial aid probation. The following timelines apply for all students:

For programs with an Add/Drop period; ─ Students must be notified in writing by the end of the add/drop period of the probationary term; and ─ Must receive academic advising within thirty (30) days from the start date of the probationary term.

For programs without an Add/Drop period: ─ Students must be notified in writing by the end of the first week of the probationary term (quarter,

module and/or phase); and ─ Must receive academic advising by the end of the second week of the probationary term.

ACADEMIC APPEALS

Students who successfully appeal probation are considered to be making SAP and may remain in school under the following conditions:

It is mathematically possible for the student to complete the program within the maximum time frame with the required CGPA

The student must be placed on probation and monitored under an Academic Progress Plan

The student must demonstrate improvement in their CGPA and/or ROP as stated in their Academic Progress Plan at the end of each subsequent evaluation period

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1. The death of a family member 2. An illness or injury suffered by the student 3. Special circumstances of an unusual nature which are not likely to recur

Appeals must include a detailed statement of the reason why the student failed to make satisfactory academic progress, and what has changed in the student’s situation that will allow the student to demonstrate satisfactory academic progress at the next evaluation period. Examples of documentation needed to appeal Satisfactory Academic Progress may include the following: death certificate, doctor’s note, law enforcement report, loss of employment confirmation, etc. DISMISSAL

Students who have violated Academic and Financial Aid Probation and have been dismissed from a program are not eligible for readmission to that program if the student has exceeded or may exceed the maximum time frame of completion until they reestablish appropriate Satisfactory Academic Progress standing. Students who have reached the maximum time frame for their program must be withdrawn from the program. There is no appeal for this type of withdrawal. STANDARDS OF SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

A student pursuing a master’s degree must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0. Graduate students who fail to meet the minimum grade point requirement will be placed on Academic Probation for the subsequent quarter of enrollment. If otherwise eligible, a student may receive financial assistance during the Academic Probation grading period. Failure to raise the grade point average above the minimum specified within the subsequent quarter will result in Academic Dismissal. A student will be permitted to attempt 15.0 quarter hours of graduate work before the application of the following standards.

GRADUATE DEGREES - QUARTER CREDITS

Total Credits

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1 - 16 3.0 N/A 67% N/A

17 – 27 3.0 2.75 67% 50%

28 – 39 3.0 2.9 67% 60%

40 – 84 3.0 3.0 67% 65%

*The maximum number of credits that may be attempted for a 54.0-credit graduate program is 81.0 (150% of 54.0). The maximum number of credits that may be attempted for a 56.0-credit graduate program is 84.0 (150% of 56.0). All other elements of Satisfactory Academic Progress as outlined in the section on Satisfactory Academic

Progress are applicable to graduate programs. Additionally, all requirements for graduate degrees must be completed within five calendar years from the start of the initial term of enrollment.

In all cases of academic dismissal, the student will be notified by the Program Director of the graduate program or the Academic Dean/Director of Education.

When the presence of mitigating circumstances causes the student's grade point average to fall below the minimum standards, a letter from the student requesting reinstatement may be submitted to the Graduate Academic Committee for review. The Committee will determine whether a probationary reinstatement is necessary or if the decision for dismissal is warranted.

RETAKING PASSED COURSEWORK

Students may repeat coursework as long as such coursework does not include more than a single repetition of a previously passed course. Each attempt counts in the calculation of the students’ rate of progress and successful completion percentages. All repeated courses will appear on the student’s transcript, but only the highest grade earned will be included in the calculation of their cumulative grade point average. RETAKING FAILED COURSEWORK

For the purpose of improving academic standing and establishing institutional grade point average, students must repeat any failed coursework. Failed courses may be repeated more than twice, so long as repeating the coursework does not jeopardize the students’ maximum time frame of completion. Each attempt counts in the calculation of the students’ rate of progress and successful completion percentages. All repeated coursework will


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appear on the student’s transcript, but only the highest grade earned will be included in the calculation of their cumulative grade point average. APPEALS POLICY

STUDENT ACADEMIC APPEALS POLICY

Academic appeals include those appeals related to Satisfactory Academic Progress violations, final grades, attendance violations, and academic or financial aid eligibility. In all instances, with the exception of SAP, Everest expects that initially every attempt will be made to resolve such disputes informally through discussions by all relevant parties prior to initiating formal appeals.

All formal academic appeals must be submitted in writing on an Academic Appeal Form to the Academic Dean/Director of Education within five (5) calendar days of the date the student has notice of the adverse academic decision:

Notice of final grades: − Modular - the date the grade(s) are mailed from the school − Linear - first day of the subsequent term

Notice of Attendance violation is the date of the violation

Notice of SAP violation (FA probation or FA dismissal) − Modular - the date of the probation/dismissal letter − Linear - first day of the subsequent term

SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (SAP) APPEALS

In modular program, SAP appeals must be made within five (5) calendar days of the date the student was notified of the violation. In linear programs, SAP appeals must be made by the sixth (6

th) calendar day of the subsequent

term. Provided that the student can complete the program within the maximum time frame with the required minimum

CGPA, a SAP appeal may be granted if the student demonstrates that s/he is sincerely committed to taking the steps required to succeed in their program and that their failure to maintain the required CGPA or ROP was caused by any of the following mitigating circumstances:

1. The death of a family member 2. An illness or injury suffered by the student 3. Special circumstances of an unusual nature which are not likely to recur

Note: Examples of documentation needed to appeal Satisfactory Academic Progress may include the following: death certificate, medical doctor’s note, law enforcement report, loss of employment confirmation, etc. Additionally, appeals must include a detailed statement of the reason why the student failed to make Satisfactory Academic Progress, and what has changed in the student’s situation that will allow the student to demonstrate Satisfactory Academic Progress at the next evaluation period.

The Appeal Committee shall, as a condition of granting the appeal, require the student to develop an Academic Progress Plan in conjunction with the advisor and place the student on FA probation. ■ ADDENDUM, effective July 1, 2011: The school no longer offers Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG) and

National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent (SMART) Grant. ■ ADDENDUM effective July 1, 2011: The following state’s Attorney General’s information has been added to the

Student Complaint Procedure section of the catalog:

Office of the Attorney General PL-01 The Capitol

Tallahassee, FL 32399-1050 Ph: 850-414-3990

Toll Free within Florida: 866-966-7226 Website: http://myfloridalegal.com

■ ADDENDUM, effective June 24, 2011: The following statement has been added to the Surgical Technologist

program. The policies in the Surgical Technologist Handbook will supersede all other Everest policies and procedures as outlined in this catalog.

http://myfloridalegal.com/


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■ ADDENDUM, effective June 22, 2011: The following admissions requirement has been added to the catalog for

students taking all their classes online. Student Assessment Test For Fully Online Students

Individuals intending to enroll in a fully online program are required to complete a customized Student Assessment to evaluate aptitude and ability to complete online courses. These skills are assessed using the individual’s responses to a series of questions. Based on the results of this Assessment, an individual may be required to complete a pre-enrollment, introductory orientation course. Individuals taking this course are not considered to be enrolled and are not eligible for financial aid or other benefits available to enrolled students. ■ ADDENDUM, effective June 6, 2011: Criminal background checks will be required in the Justice programs for fully

online students. Criminal Background Check

Students may be subject to a criminal background check prior to enrollment to ensure they are qualified to meet occupational or employment requirements, clinical or internship/externship placement requirements or licensure standards for many programs, including but not limited to those in the allied health or criminal justice fields.

Enrollment for students may not be granted when the background check identifies a conviction, pending case or unresolved deferral/diversion for any felonies or misdemeanors.


■ ADDENDUM, effective July 1, 2011: The Fees and Penalties for all Programs table on page 166 was removed

from the catalog and no longer applies to the campus. ■ ADDENDUM, effective June 7, 2011: The following calendar has been updated.

Modular Programs 2010-2011

Start End Holidays/Breaks

12/15/2011 01/20/2012 12/24/2011-01/02/2012; 01/16/2012

1/23/2012 2/17/2012 02/20/2012

2/21/2012 3/19/2012

3/20/2012 4/23/2012 04/07/2012 – 04/15/2012

4/24/2012 5/21/2012

5/22/2012 6/19/2012 05/28/2012

6/20/2012 7/18/2012 07/4/2012

7/19/2012 8/15/2012

8/16/2012 9/13/2012 09/03/2012

9/17/2012 10/12/2012

10/15/2012 11/9/2012

11/12/2012 12/11/2012 11/22/2012 – 11/23/2012

12/12/2012 1/17/2013 12/22/2012 – 01/01/2013; 01/21/2013

1/22/2013 2/19/2013 02/18/2013

2/20/2013 3/19/2013

3/20/2013 4/23/2013 04/06/2013 – 04/14/2013

4/24/2013 5/21/2013

5/22/2013 6/19/2013 05/27/2013

6/20/2013 7/18/2013 07/04/2013

7/22/2013 8/16/2013

8/19/2013 9/16/2013 09/02/2013

9/17/2013 10/14/2013

10/15/2013 11/11/2013

11/12/2013 12/11/2013 11/28/2013 – 11/29/2013

12/12/2013 1/21/2014 12/24/2013 – 01/01/2014 01/20/2014


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■ ADDENDUM, effective May 31, 2011: The program outline has been corrected for the Nursing, Associate in

Science Degree program.

COURSE NUMBER

COURSE TITLE LECTURE HOURS

CLINICAL/LAB HOURS

TOTAL HOURS

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS

Quarter I

ENC 1101 Composition I* 40.0 00.0/00.0 40.0 4.0

BSC 1085 Anatomy & Physiology I 40.0 00.0/00.0 40.0 4.0

BSC 2085L Anatomy & Physiology I Laboratory 00.0 00.0/40.0 40.0 2.0

SLSP1110 Strategies for Nursing Success 20.0 00.0/00.0 20.0 2.0

TOTAL HOURS 100.0 00.0/40.0 140.0 12.0

Quarter II BSC 1086 Anatomy & Physiology II 40.0 00.0/00.0 40.0 4.0

BSC 2086L Anatomy & Physiology II Laboratory 00.0 00.0/40.0 40.0 2.0

NSGP 1020C Fundamentals of Nursing I 20.0 00.0/30.0 50.0 3.0

MAT 1033 College Algebra* 40.0 00.0/00.0 40.0 4.0

TOTAL HOURS 100.0 00.0/70.0 170.0 13.0

Quarter III

NSGP 1022C Fundamentals of Nursing II 10.0 50.0/10.0 70.0 3.0

MCB 2000 Microbiology 40.0 00.0/00.0 40.0 4.0

MCB 1000L Microbiology Laboratory 00.0 00.0/40.0 40.0 2.0

HUN 1001 Nutrition 20.0 00.0/00.0 20.0 2.0

NUR 1140 Nursing Pharmacology 30.0 00.0/00.0 30.0 3.0

TOTAL HOURS 100.0 50.0/50.0 200.0 14.0

Quarter IV PSY 2012 General Psychology* 40.0 00.0/00.0 40.0 4.0

MEA 1006C Therapeutic Communications 20.0 00.0/00.0 20.0 2.0

NUR 1210 Care of the Adult Client I 40.0 00.0/00.0 40.0 4.0

NUR 1210L Care of the Adult Client I Clinical 00.0 100.0/20.0 120.0 4.0

TOTAL HOURS 100.0 100.0/20.0 220.0 14.0

Quarter V NUR 1440 Maternal Child Nursing 40.0 00.0/00.0 40.0 4.0

NUR 1440L Maternal Child Nursing Clinical 00.0 104.0/16.0 120.0 4.0

SYG 2000 Sociology* 40.0 00.0/00.0 40.0 4.0

DEP 2000 Developmental Psychology* 40.0 00.0/00.0 40.0 4.0

TOTAL HOURS 120.0 104.0/16.0 240.0 16.0

Quarter VI NUR 2513 Mental Health Nursing 30.0 00.0/00.0 30.0 3.0

NUR 2513L Mental Health Nursing Clinical 00.0 82.0/8.0 90.0 3.0

NUR 2611 Contemporary Nursing in 30.0 00.0/00.0 30.0 3.0 Community Settings

NUR 2611L Contemporary Nursing in Communications 00.0 82.0/8.0 90.0 3.0 Settings Clinical

ENC 1102 Composition II* 40.0 00.0/00.0 40.0 4.0

TOTAL HOURS 100.0 164.0/16.0 280.0 16.0

Quarter VII NUR 2212 Care of the Adult Client II 40.0 00.0/00.0 40.0 4.0

NUR 2212L Care of the Adult Client II Clinical 00.0 104.0/16.0 120.0 4.0

CGS 2167C Computer Applications 30.0 00.0/20.0 50.0 4.0

TOTAL HOURS 70.0 104.0/36.0 210.0 12.0

Quarter VIII NUR 2244 Advanced Nursing Care 40.0 00.0/00.0 40.0 4.0

NUR 2244L Advanced Nursing Care Clinical 00.0 104.0/16.0 120.0 4.0

NUR 2881 Nursing Leadership & Management 30.00 00.0/00.0 30.0 3.0

NUR 2881L Nursing Leadership & Management Clinical 00.0/00.0 82.0/8.0 90.0 3.0

NUR 2960 NCLEX Review 20.0 00.0/00.0 20.0 2.0

TOTAL HOURS 90.0 186.0/24.0 300.0 16.0

TOTAL PROGRAM HOURS 780.0 708.0/272.0 1760.0 113.0


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■ ADDENDUM, effective June 1, 2011: The following ATB Policy has been updated for the school. ABILITY TO BENEFIT POLICY

Students who do not have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent may be admitted into certain diploma programs at the school.

Ability To Benefit (ATB) applicants are required to provide an official score report that meets or exceeds the passing scores as specified in the Campus Administered ATB Testing section below.

Everest recognizes the benefits of a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent and encourages all ATB students to complete their GED while in school.

Note: The number of students (or re-entry) enrolled under the Ability To Benefit Provision is limited to only certain programs offered. Please check with your admission representative regarding the programs that accept ATB students. The school reserves the right to reject applicants based on test scores and ability to benefit limitations, or as necessary to comply with any applicable local, state or federal laws, statutes or regulations. CAMPUS ATB PASSING TEST SCORES

Passing scores on the CPAt are Language Usage 47, Reading 48, and Numerical 46.

Passing scores on the COMPASS test are Numerical Skills/Prealgebra 30, Reading 67, and Writing Skills

38.

Passing scores on the ASSET are Reading 37, Writing 38, and Numerical 36.

Passing scores on the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test are: Verbal (220) and Quantitative (225). Students

must achieve a passing score on both skill assessments in a single testing session to be considered passing.

Note: Everest will accept test score reports from tests taken at any Everest location or an official Assessment Center. ATB ADVISING

Everest has an obligation to provide academic support services necessary for ATB students and to ensure that students will be ready for placement upon completion of their programs.

All ATB students shall receive academic and career advising after each grading/evaluation period. DENIAL OF ADMISSION

A student who fails to pass the test in four (4) attempts shall be denied admission and may not reapply to the school until one (1) year has passed since the first taking of the test. DELAYED ADMISSION

Students who do not enter school following passing the ATB exam will not be required to retake the exam prior to a delayed entry, so long as the passing test result is on file at the institution. Similarly, students who have enrolled and then withdrawn and wish to re-enter will not be required to retake the exam prior to re-entry, if the original passing test result is in the students’ academic file. ABILITY TO BENEFIT POLICY FOR RE-ENTRY STUDENTS (DIPLOMA PROGRAMS ONLY)

An ATB student who has been out of school less than one year may return to their program of last enrollment. Reentering ATB students will receive academic and career advising after each grading/evaluation period. ATB students who have been out of school more than one year will be treated as a new student and subject to current admission policies. ■ ADDENDUM, effective May 17, 2011: The following has been updated under the Licensure section of the catalog.

Everest University, Brandon (License # 2603), a branch of the Tampa campus, is licensed by means of accreditation by the Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education, 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400, toll free number (888)224-6684.


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■ ADDENDUM, effective April 28, 2011: The following Grading Scale has been updated for the campus.


A 4 Excellent 100-92 100-90

B 3 Very Good 91-84 89-80

C* 2 Good 83-76 79-70

D** 1 Poor 75-68 69-60

F*** or Fail 0 Failing 67-0 59-0


IP**** Not Calculated In Progress (for externship/Internship or thesis courses only)








TR Not Calculated Transfer

*The Dental Board requires a score of 75% to pass with a C. **Not used in Allied Health Programs. ***Due to Florida Board and programmatic accrediting agency requirements, students in Allied Health programs require a higher percentage grade to pass. For Dental Assistant program, F (failing) is below 75%. For Nursing program, F (failing) is 75-0%. For all other Allied Health programs, F (failing) is 69-0%. ****If the required linear externship/internship hours are not completed within one term, the student will receive an IP (In Progress) grade and a zero credit Externship/Internship Extension course will be scheduled in the following term. Once the required hours are completed, the student’s grade will be entered in both courses. ■ ADDENDUM, effective March 25, 2011: The following course description is added.

GRA 2225C Graphic Design Using Adobe Photoshop 4 Quarter Credit Hours

This course covers the essentials of creating Web graphics using Adobe Photoshop. Technical fundamentals, tips and techniques for a wide range of graphics encountered in a typical Web design project are explored. Photos, line art, logos, banners, text-as-graphic, imported images, stock photos, and more are utilized. Prerequisite: CGS 1800C. Lecture hours: 30. Lab hours: 20. ■ ADDENDUM, effective April 27, 2011: The Pharmacy Technician diploma program will be offered.

Pharmacy Technician, Diploma Program

8 Months – 720.0 Hours – 47.0 Credit Units Version: 1.0 The Pharmacy Technician Diploma program provides both technical and practical training which will enable the technician, upon certification, licensure, or registration, to function as a competent entry-level pharmacy technician to the licensed pharmacist. The program provides the student with the basic knowledge of and practice in pharmacy calculations, drug distribution systems, and preparation of sterile dosage forms. Computer skills necessary in pharmacy practice will be utilized and both pharmaceutical and medical terminology and anatomy and physiology, are also covered. The program emphasizes theory, as well as hands-on practice, followed by an externship which prepares the student for the actual work setting. Upon completion of this program, the graduate will be fully prepared to take the national pharmacy technician certification exam offered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). Pharmacy services have expanded and grown at an accelerated rate. Pharmacy Technicians play a major role in pharmacy operations and in the overall healthcare work force. As pharmacy services continue to grow, with new services being offered, new drugs entering the market, and as comprehensive drug information becomes a necessity, the need for highly-trained pharmacy technicians increases.


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Many of the traditional pharmacy functions, once performed by pharmacists, are now being performed by pharmacy technicians. Today’s pharmacy technician has assumed a position which supports and enhances the progressive direction taken by pharmacy. The technician has also become the key person in assuring the smooth uninterrupted functioning of traditional pharmacy services. Pharmacy is a dynamic field requiring an ongoing learning process. Graduates from this training program will become active participants in this growing field by exhibiting competence through knowledge and skills learned through the college.

Module Code

Modular Title Contact Hours

Quarter Credit Units

MODULE A Administration of Medications and Pharmacology of the Endocrine/Lymphatic Systems

80.0 6.0

MODULE B Aspects of Retail Pharmacy and Pharmacology of the Nervous System 80.0 6.0

MODULE C History and Ethics of Pharmacy and Pharmacology of the Respiratory System & Nuclear and Oncology Pharmacy Practice

80.0 6.0

MODULE D Infection Control, Medication Errors and Alternative Medicine and Pharmacology of the Integumentary System and Senses

80.0 6.0

MODULE E Administrative Aspects of the Pharmacy Technician & Pharmacology of the G.I. and Muscular System

80.0 6.0

MODULE F Aspects of Hospital Pharmacy and Pharmacology of the Urinary and Reproductive System

80.0 6.0

MODULE G Home Health Care, Pharmacy Operations and Pharmacology of the Cardiovascular, Circulatory and Skeletal System

80.0 6.0

MODULE X Clinical Externship 160.0 5.0

TOTAL PROGRAM CREDIT HOURS 720.0 47.0

Module A - Administration of Medications and Pharmacology of the Endocrine and Lymphatic Systems

6.0 Quarter Credit Hours

This module is designed to provide the student with an overall understanding of medication administration, safety and quality assurance. Included in this course is an overview and historical development of pharmacy. Body systems are covered in this module which includes the Endocrine and Lymphatic systems, and medications used to treat conditions of the endocrine system. Repackaging and compounding will be discussed and performed. Included in this course is use of policy and procedure manuals, materials management of pharmaceuticals, the pharmacy formulary system, computer applications in drug-use control, receiving and processing medication orders. Preparation and utilization of patient profiles, handling medications, storage and delivery of drug products, records management and inventory control, and compensation and methods of payment for pharmacy services are discussed. Conversions and calculations used by pharmacy technicians will be discussed along with drug dosages in units and working with compounds, admixtures, and parenteral and IV medications. Hands-on skills in the laboratory practice setting are performed. Lecture Hours: 40.0 Lab Hours: 40.0 Other Hours: 0.0 Module B - Aspects of Retail Pharmacy and Pharmacology of the Nervous System 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours

This module is designed to provide the student with responsibilities of a technician filling prescriptions, including the information required to fill prescription and typing the prescription label. This module also covers how to read a drug label. Medications for the Respiratory and Nervous system are covered including a study of medications for neurological conditions, mental disorders and a discussion on muscle relaxants. This module will include C.P.R. certification. Hands-on skills in the laboratory practice setting are performed. Lecture Hours: 40.0 Lab Hours: 40.0 Other Hours: 0.0 Module C - History and Ethics of Pharmacy and Pharmacology of the Respiratory System & Nuclear and Oncology Pharmacy Practice 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours

This module is designed to introduce the student to the professional aspects of working in pharmacy technology. Subjects covered include a history of and changing roles of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. This module covers the Law and Ethics of Pharmacy which includes the Food and Drug Act, the 1970 Comprehensive Drug Abuse


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Prevention and Control Act, and other modern-day drug legislation. The respiratory system is discussed along with medications for respiratory tract disorders. Oncology agents are covered in this module along with HIV/AIDS. Calculations and dimensional analysis of drug dosages are covered. Hands-on skills in the laboratory practice setting are performed. Lecture Hours: 40.0 Lab Hours: 40.0 Other Hours: 0.0 Module D - Infection Control, Medication Errors and Alternative Medicine and Pharmacology of the Integumentary System and Senses 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours

This module covers pharmacy technician registration and certification, including professionalism and communication in the pharmacy setting. Over-the-Counter medications, vitamins and skin care products are discussed in this module. Medications for the integumentary system are covered along with a discussion on medication calculations for the elderly. Also covered in this module are medications used for disorders of the eyes and ears. Students learn the most common medication errors, alternative medication and food & drug interactions. Hands-on skills in the laboratory practice setting are performed. Lecture Hours: 40.0 Lab Hours: 40.0 Other Hours: 0.0 Module E - Administrative Aspects of the Pharmacy Technician & Pharmacology of the G.I. and Muscular System 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours

In this module, emphasis is placed on the role and responsibilities of the pharmacy technician regarding parenteral dosages, including using proportion in calculating drug dosages for pediatrics. This module is designed to provide the student with an overall understanding of the administrative aspects and hands-on applications involved in working in a pharmacy. Medications for the G.I. and Musculoskeletal System are covered along with medications for disorders of the musculoskeletal system, as well as a study of general operations of pharmacies at different settings. Subjects covered include safety in the workplace, using computers in the pharmacy, communications and interpersonal relations within the pharmacy. Students will learn about migraine headaches, analgesics and drugs for NSAID. Use of computers in the pharmacy practice setting are covered. Hands-on skills in the laboratory practice setting are performed. Lecture Hours: 40.0 Lab Hours: 40.0 Other Hours: 0.0 Module F - Aspects of Hospital Pharmacy and Pharmacology of the Urinary and Reproductive System

6.0 Quarter Credit Hours

This module is designed to provide the student with an overall understanding of anatomy and physiology as it relates to the Urinary and Reproductive Systems. Students will learn common tasks performed by pharmacy technicians in the hospital practice setting, including policies and procedures, responsibilities of the inpatient pharmacy technician, and specific State requirements regulating the use of pharmacy technicians in various States. Students will familiarize themselves with intravenous flow rates of large volume and small volume IV, infusion of IV Piggybacks, and the use of a Heparin lock. Critical Care flow rates and automated medication dispensing systems are discussed and calculated. Hands-on skills in the laboratory practice setting are performed. Lecture Hours: 40.0 Lab Hours: 40.0 Other Hours: 0.0 Module G - Home Health Care, Pharmacy Operations and Pharmacology of the Cardiovascular, Circulatory and Skeletal System 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours

This module is designed to familiarize the student with all aspects of home health care, mail order pharmacy/E-Pharmacy, and long term care pharmacy. Also covered in this module is drug distribution systems utilized in the pharmacy to include pharmacy stocking and billing, inventory and purchasing. This module will provide students with the understanding of the cardiovascular, circulatory and skeletal system and discuss medications for circulatory disorders and medications for the skeletal system. Hands-on skills in the laboratory practice setting are performed. Lecture Hours: 40.0 Lab Hours: 40.0 Other Hours: 0.0 Module X - Clinical Externship 5.0 Quarter Credit Hours

This 160-hour module is designed to provide the student with supervised, practical hands-on and observational experiences in the working pharmacy. Students will be expected to gain experiences in either a hospital pharmacy or a community (retail) pharmacy. Students will gain exposure to “on-the-job” experiences and training in the pharmacy setting and practice of skills, gaining experiences in all aspects of drug preparation, and distribution utilized by participating sites. Prerequisite: Completion of Didactic Program. Lecture Hours: 0.0 Lab Hours: 0.0 Other Hours: 160.0.

Tuition and Fees Table


Pharmacy Technician 8 Months 47.0 $18,255 $865 Effective for estimated textbook pricing starting April 27, 2011 and after


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FACULTY

Chambers, Stacie‐Ann Simone, Pharmacy Technician

BA, University of Phoenix

Harris, David, Pharmacy Technician BA, University of South Florida

Penrod, Philip*, Pharmacy Technology/MIBC BS, South Illinois University AS, Community College of the Air Force AS, Community College of the Air Force

■ ADDENDUM, effective April 1, 2011: The following policy either replaced or was added to the current verbiage in

the catalog. ATTENDANCE POLICY (p. 16-17) QUARTER-BASED PROGRAMS ONLY Verifying Enrollment and Tracking Academic-Related Activities (replaced)

Enrollment for quarter-based programs is tracked during the first 21 calendar days of the term, and for a mini-term, the first fourteen calendar days, excluding scheduled breaks and holidays. Students who fail to attend a course during this period will be withdrawn from the course and students who fail to attend any courses during this period will be withdrawn from the school. In addition, student participation in academically-related activities will be tracked during weeks 4-7 and weeks 8-10 of a full term course, and weeks 4 and 5 of a mini-term course. Regularly scheduled academic-related activities occur throughout the school term and participation in these activities is essential to student success. Examples of academic activities include, but are not limited to: instructor lecture, mid-term assessment, quiz, field trip and academic advising. Students who fail to participate in any academically-related events during this period shall be withdrawn from school, unless the student participates in an advising session by week 7 and week 10 (5

th week of the mini term).

Add/Drop Period (no change) Students Failing All First Term Courses (new)

New students who fail all of their first term courses will be required to retake the failed courses in their second term, and will be subject to a weekly attendance policy. Students who do not attend any of their scheduled classes for one week will receive a warning. Students who do not attend any of their scheduled classes for two consecutive weeks will be dismissed from the school. The attendance Dismissal is subject to an appeals process (see “Attendance Violations – Linear Programs Only”). Date of Withdrawal (replaced)

The date of withdrawal for students who officially withdraw is the date the student begins the official withdrawal process or provides written notice of their intent to withdrawal, whichever is earlier. If the student officially rescinds his or her official notification of withdrawal and then withdraws within the same quarter, the withdrawal date is the student’s original withdrawal date from the previous official notification. If the student ceases attendance without providing official notification due to circumstances beyond the student’s control, the withdrawal date is the date that the school determines is related to the circumstance beyond the student’s control. The withdrawal date for all other instances where a student withdraws without providing official notification is the last documented date of attendance. REPEATING COURSES (p. 19)

Students in both modular and quarter-based programs may repeat a course taken to improve the cumulative grade point average. The credit is given for the better of the two grades earned when repeating a course. All repeated courses will be charged at the current tuition rate. Students failing all first term courses (new)

New students who fail all of their first term courses will be required to retake the failed courses in their second term. APPEALS POLICY (p. 20)


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Attendance Violations (Linear Programs Only) (new)

New students who fail all of their first term courses are subject to a Consecutive Absence Rule attendance policy. Appeals of attendance violations must be made within five calendar days of the violation. In order for an attendance appeal to be considered, the student must: 1. Attend school at the next scheduled class period. 2. Have perfect attendance while the appeal is pending. 3. Submit a written plan to improve attendance with the Appeal Form. Provided that no applicable state requirement would be violated by doing so, an attendance appeal may be granted if the student demonstrates that the absence was caused by: 1. The death of a family member 2. An illness or injury suffered by the student 3. Special circumstances of an unusual nature which are not likely to recur The Appeal Committee may, as a condition of granting the appeal, require the student to make up missed class time or assignments, place the student on probation and require the student to develop an Academic Advising Plan in conjunction with their advisor. ■ ADDENDUM, effective April 1, 2011: The following policies replaced the Institutional Refund Calculation for First

Time Students, Institutional Refund Policy for Continuing Students in Quarter-Based Programs and Students Called to Active Military Duty (p. 24). PRO RATA REFUND CALCULATION

The School will perform a pro rata refund calculation for students who terminate their training before completing the period of enrollment. The School is entitled to retain only the percentage of charges (tuition, fees, room, board, etc.) proportional to the period of enrollment completed by the student. Modular Programs

The period of enrollment for students enrolled in modular programs is the academic year. The period of enrollment completed by the student is calculated by dividing the number of calendar days in the period of enrollment into the calendar days in the period as of the student’s last date of attendance. The refund is calculated using the following steps:

1. Determine the total charges for the period of enrollment.

2. Divide this figure by the total number of calendar days in the period of enrollment. The answer to the

calculation in step 2 is the daily charge for instruction.

3. The amount owed by the students for the purposes of calculating a refund is derived by multiplying the total

calendar days in the period as of the student’s last date of attendance by the daily charge for instruction and

adding in any book or equipment charges.

4. The refund shall be any amount in excess of the figure derived in step 4 that was paid by the student.

Quarter-Based Programs

The period of enrollment for students enrolled in quarter-based programs is the quarter. The period of enrollment completed by the student is calculated by dividing the number of calendar days in the period of enrollment into the calendar days in the period as of the student’s last academic event recorded. The refund is calculated using the following steps:

1. Determine the total charges for the period of enrollment.

2. Divide this figure by the total number of calendar days in the period of enrollment.

3. The answer to the calculation in step 2 is the daily charge for instruction.

4. The amount owed by the student for the purposes of calculating a refund is derived by multiplying the total

calendar days in the period as of the student’s last academic event recorded by the daily charge for

instruction and adding in any book or equipment charges.

5. The refund shall be any amount in excess of the figure derived in step 4 that was paid by the student.

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Newly Admitted Students

Students who are newly admitted to the School and are called to active military duty prior to the first day of class in their first term or module shall receive a full refund of all tuition and fees paid. Textbook and equipment charges shall be refunded to the student upon return of the textbooks/unused equipment to the School. Continuing Students

Continuing students called to active military duty are entitled to the following: Continuing Modular Diploma Students

Continuing modular diploma students who have completed 50% or less of their program are entitled to a full refund of tuition, fees, and other charges paid. Such students who have completed more than 50% of their program are entitled to a strict pro rata refund (see Pro Rata Refund Calculation policy for Modular Programs above). Continuing Quarter-Based Students

If tuition and fees are collected in advance of the withdrawal, a strict pro rata refund of any tuition, fees, or other charges paid by the student for the program and a cancellation of any unpaid tuition, fees, or other charges owed by the student for the portion of the program the student does not complete following withdrawal for active military service (see Pro Rata Refund Calculation policy for Quarter-Based Programs above). ■ ADDENDUM, effective April 1, 2011: This corrects the applicable SAP tables.

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121-288 N/A 2.00 N/A 66.66%

■ ADDENDUM effective February 16, 2011: The following language is updated under the Programmatic

Accreditation section of the catalog for the Medical Assistant diploma program:

The Medical Assistant diploma program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756, (727) 210-2350.

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■ ADDENDUM effective March 4, 2011: The tuition and fees table is updated for the Online programs:

Effective March 4, 2011

ONLINE PROGRAM TUITION

The student's total tuition for a given quarter is determined by either a per quarter or per credit hour price as follows:

Students enrolling in all Associate and Bachelor programs with start dates of April 18, 2011 and later.

$4044 per quarter

Active students with start dates prior to October 11, 2010.

Active students with start dates between October 11, 2010 and March 3, 2011 in all programs, with the exception of Computer Information Associates and Bachelor programs.

Students in this group enrolled in Associate and Bachelor programs may request to change to per quarter pricing. Once the request is granted, the student may not change back to per credit pricing at a later date.

$404 per credit hour for Undergraduate course $548 per credit hour for Masters course

Tuition Changes: New students in all undergraduate programs, and students re-entering the university, will now be charged a flat tuition rate of $4044 per quarter. The tuition rate is the same regardless of the number of credits the student elects to take. Undergraduate students that enrolled prior to the SP11 Term, with start date of 4/18/11, may elect to remain at the $404 per credit hour price, or are eligible to switch to the flat rate tuition of $4044 per quarter. These students must contact their Student Services Advisor to begin the transition. The Graduate tuition rate of $548 per credit hour remains unchanged. Procedure Changes: Beginning with the Spring 2011 term (Start date 4/18/11) the following general details apply with regards to providing online (pure, not hybrid) students with a university owned laptop:

A student has the option to accept, at no additional charge, a university owned laptop to assist in their studies.

The laptop is provided as a tool to enhance academic success, of which the student’s tuition does not include or cover any laptop associated expenses.

To receive a laptop the student must agree to the terms in the Student Laptop Agreement and complete an Address Verification form. These forms are presented to the student through the Applicant Portal when they enroll with the university.

In general, new and re-entry students are eligible to receive a laptop.

If a student stops attending the university, the laptop loaned to them must be returned to the university within 14 days of the students last day of attendance. This is done at the university’s expense.

Support for the university owned laptops is provided by the university’s Support Services Department located in Tempe, Arizona.

Laptops that are not returned, or are lost or stolen, are made inoperable using the LoJack system. Fees may apply (see next item).

If the university owned laptop is damaged, lost, or stolen, or not returned to the university in a state similar to that in which it was received, the student may be responsible for paying a deductible fee.

When the student completes all graduation requirements and has no outstanding financial obligations to the university, ownership of the laptop is transferred to the student.


Addendum

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■ ADDENDUM, effective April 1, 2011: The Tuition and Fees table is updated for on-ground quarter-based

programs.






Associate Degree in: Accounting, Applied Management, Business, Computer Information Science, Criminal Justice, Medical Insurance Billing and Coding, Paralegal, Pharmacy Technician

$452 $425


$390 $425

Master of Science in Criminal Justice $535

Master of Business Administration* $535

*Books and materials are estimated at $1,750

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