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Taylor CollegeCATALOG 2020-2021Effective July 1, 2020This catalog supersedes all prior student catalogs

Taylor College5190 SE 125th Street, Belleview, FL 34420Phone: 352-245-4119Fax:352-245-0276Office Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PMwww.taylorcollege.edu2 Page (Revise May 5, 2021)

Table of ContentsABOUT TAYLOR COLLEGE .7History .7Mission Statement.7Vision .7Facility Description .7Institutional Laboratory, Library, and Equipment .8Statement of Ownership .8Officers of Education Evolve.8MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT .9GENERAL INFORMATION . 10Accreditation, Licensure, and Memberships . 10Admissions Office . 11Finance and Student Accounts Office . 11Financial Aid Office . 11Registrar’s Office . 11Availability of Catalog . 11Availability of Employee for Dissemination purposes . 11Consumer Information . 11Anti-Hazing Policy . 11Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act . 11Health Occupations Programs . 12Comprehensive National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) Review. 12Dress Code . 12Standards of Conduct. 13Sanctions. 13Legal . 13Institutional . 13Federal Financial Aid Penalties. 14PENALTIES FOR DRUG CONVICTIONS . 14Counseling/Treatment . 16Data and Health Risks . 16Review and Distribution. 17Student Code of Conduct . 17Termination from Program . 18Sanctions . 193 Page (Revise May 5, 2021)

Sexual Misconduct Policy . 19Prohibited Conduct. 19Weapon Policy . 20Student Smoking Policy . 20Cell Phone Usage . 20Social Media Policy . 20Parking . 21Inclement Weather. 21Copyright Materials & Infringement Policy . 21ACADEMIC INFORMATION . 22Grading Scale . 22Withdrawal from Program . 23College Email Account . 23Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) . 23Health & Safety Exemption Requirement . 25Transcripts . 25Transferring in Credits . 25Appeal Process for Transferring of Credits . 26Coursework from International Postsecondary Institutions . 27Transferring Credits to another Institution . 27Clinical Site Requirements/Considerations . 27Student Immunization . 28Graduation Requirements for all Programs: . 28Graduation Status and Credentialing Requirements . 28Honors Distinction . 29Re-enrollment. 33Veteran Services . 34Blended Course Offering . 34Student Orientation to Online Users . 34Online Platform . 34Log-In . 34Class Meetings . 34Communication and Interaction . 34Grading . 35Student Services . 35Learning Resources. 354 Page (Revise May 5, 2021)

Attendance for Academic Related Activity in Distance Education and Blended Course Policy . 35System Requirements. 35Distance Education Technical Support Information . 36STUDENT SERVICES AND RESOURCES . 37Academic Advising . 37Personal Challenges. 37Financial Aid Advising . 37Tutoring . 37Grievance Policy . 37Arbitration/No Class Action. 39Section 504/Americans With Disabilities Act Policy . 40Discrimination Grievance Procedure. 40Education and Prevention Programs . 41Career Services . 42LEARNING RESOURCES . 42Library . 42College Email Accounts. 42Computer Lab . 42Online Databases . 42ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS . 44Non-Discrimination Policy . 44Information Sessions . 44Orientation . 44Guidelines for Readmission and Transferring into another Program . 44Background Checks. 44High School Transcripts from Outside the United States or U.S. Territories . 45Admissions Checklist for All Programs: . 45Acceptance Criteria: . 45PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS AND OUTLINES . 47Professional Nursing . 47Bridge Entry Option . 48Bi-level Entry Option. Error! Bookmark not defined.Physical Therapist Assistant . 49Practical Nursing . 51TUITION AND FEES. 52Non-Institutional Fees: . 535 Page (Revise May 5, 2021)

Cancellation and Refund Policy. 53Tuition Refund Policy. 53FINANCIAL AID . 55Federal Pell Grant Program . 55The William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program . 55Direct Subsidized Stafford Loan . 55Grade Level Progression . 55Unsubsidized Stafford Loan . 55Direct Parent Plus Loans . 56Additional Applications for Direct Loans: . 56Financial Aid Counseling Requirements . 56Loan Grace Period . 57FAFSA Verification Process . 60General Title IV Student Eligibility Requirements . 60College Scholarships . 60Outside Scholarships . 61Employer Assistance . 61Florida Pre-Paid College Plan. 61State Scholarship and Grant Programs. 61Vocational Rehabilitation Assistance . 61Career Source Assistance . 61Veterans Benefits . 61COURSE DESCRIPTIONS . 63Taylor College’s Course Numbering System . 63Definition for a Unit of Credit - Credits for Associate Degree programs . 63Maximum Number of Students per Class. 63General Education . 63Foundation . 64Program Core. 65ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF . 72Faculty . 736 Page (Revise May 5, 2021)

ABOUT TAYLOR COLLEGEHistoryEstablished in 1999, Professional Health Training Academy offered educational training in healthcare to residentsin Central Florida. In 2005, the institution, understanding the importance of offering quality education to thecommunity, undertook the extensive process of earning accreditation. In 2006, the institution was grantedaccreditation from the Council on Occupational Education. The institution experienced significant growth in 2008and changed its name to Taylor College to accurately reflect the mission and programs offered to the community.That same year, classes were offered at the newly established Belleview Campus. In 2010, Taylor College expandedthe educational opportunities available to students by offering Associate Degree programs and blended courseoffering. In December 2014 Taylor College formed a partnership with HCP Taylor Holdings, Inc., parentcorporation, and operated as Taylor College, Inc., d.b.a. Taylor College, as a private institution incorporated underthe laws of the State of Florida. In 2018 the institution was granted accreditation with the Accrediting Bureau ofHealth Education Schools. On July 1, 2020, Taylor College LLC, d.b.a. Taylor College, a wholly owned subsidiary ofEducation Evolve LLC, purchased the assets of Taylor College Inc.Mission StatementThe mission of Taylor College is to provide the opportunity for students to obtain the knowledge, clinical skills,and professional behaviors to be productive citizens in the community. Our College embraces partnerships withstudents, businesses, and the communities we serve. The mission is supported by the following objectives thatdefine the institution’s purpose for existence: To serve the student by providing quality education by qualified and licensed instructors who have workedin the field of study and can bring real life experiences to the student.To serve employers by offering programs that will produce graduates that will provide qualifiedprofessionals to fill the employment needs of the vast and growing healthcare field.To serve the community by requiring students to participate in community service activities during theirenrollment and foster involvement in the community after the student has graduated.To encourage everyone on campus to be enthusiastic about learning, planning for a successful career inhealthcare, and being excited about being a part of our team.VisionThe vision of Taylor College is to be the College of choice within our servicing area.Facility DescriptionTaylor College’s campus is in Belleview, Florida on five acres with 10,600 square feet of learning and working spaceon one floor. The campus includes three classrooms, one combination classroom/nursing skills Lab, and two skillslaboratories, administrative and faculty offices, library collection, computer lab, and student and employeelounges. There are designated areas for handicapped parking, easy access doors, and handicapped restrooms.The skills laboratories consist of one Nursing Simulation and Skills Lab with two patient beds and one regular bedfor students to learn proper patient nursing care. One bed is for a birthing mannequin and the other for a SIMSmannequin. Sinks are in the laboratory, as well as mock sinks computers and monitors at beside to facilitate ahospital environment. Each of the laboratories includes tables, chairs, and various equipment and supplies tosupport the students in learning nursing skills. A list of all the nursing program equipment is available. Thecombination Classroom/Nursing Skills Lab has one patient bed, mock sink, computers and monitor at bedside,student tables and chairs, and other necessary equipment and supplies.Another skills laboratory is for the Physical Therapist Assistant program and is equipped with the essential suppliesto deliver appropriate didactic and clinical education. A list of all PTA program equipment is available. The7 Page (Revise May 5, 2021)

equipment contained in the lab provides support for the students to learn second-hand physical therapy servicesprovided by a licensed PTA under the direction and supervision of a licensed PT to include range of motion,therapeutic exercise, balance training, gait training, transfer training, wheelchair training, prosthetic and orthoticuse, wound care, compression, superficial heat and cold, various forms of electrical stimulation, ultrasound, andbandaging. The equipment allows for multiple therapy populations to be studiedincluding neurological, orthopedic, musculoskeletal, and lymphatic patients across the lifespan. The equipmentallows for measurement and data collection as well as recording of objective data through use of 12 MicrosoftSurface laptop computers. The laptop computers are used in lab for students to learn electronic medical recordsrecordings in a practical environment while treating a volunteer patient in lab simulation. The documentationsoftware is used beginning in semester 2 and cases progress in complexity as the student continues in thecurriculum. The format follows data collection and recording using the SOAP format, following a case simulationand plan of care established by a licensed PT.Institutional Laboratory, Library, and EquipmentThe College has a library and computer lab on campus for student and faculty use. There are two skills laboratorieswith hospital beds, medical and rehabilitation equipment, and sufficient supplies for training in the programsoffered by the College.Statement of OwnershipTaylor College, LLC is incorporated in the State of Florida and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Education Evolve,LLC, incorporated in the State of Delaware. Taylor College, LLC operates as Taylor College, a private institution,incorporated under the laws of the State of Florida.Officers of Education EvolveJoseph Marino – PresidentCarl Spatocco – Vice President of Education & New Business DevelopmentJoseph Fortunato – Vice President of Admissions & MarketingMichael Marino – Vice President of Operations & FinanceTaylor College, LLC is a private institution incorporated under the laws of the State of Florida.Taylor College reserves the right to make changes to this catalog at any time. Any changes will become effectiveimmediately as stated.8 Page (Revise May 5, 2021)

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENTOn behalf of the board members, administrators, faculty, and staff, welcome to Taylor College. Taylor College isone of the best kept secrets in the region. Your health career program will be demanding but rewarding. You willbe challenged to change your approach to learning. You will learn both the science and the art of health care. Youwill learn new technical skills, interpersonal skills, and ways of thinking about problem solving. You will learn aboutcaring as the core value of health care and the importance of professionalism and ethical behavior. Your life willchange in many ways as you proceed through your education.We are committed to your success and wish you a wonderful learning experience.Jeff Georgeson, B.APresident, Taylor College9 Page (Revise May 5, 2021)