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2016 CatalogMedtech College1500 American WayGreenwood, IN 46143317.534.0322Published January 5, 20161
Table of Contents2016 CatalogContentsInstitutional Information . 7Mission and Objectives . 7Mission Statement . 7Philosophy . 7Objectives .8History . 7Equipment . 8Learning Resource Center . 8Accrediting Agencies, Approvals, and Memberships . 8State Regulatory Agency . 9Programmatic Accreditation. 9Ownership .10Catalog Certification . 10Admission Information . 11Enrollment Procedures .11Admissions Process for Non-Nursing Degree and Diploma Programs.11Admissions Process for Practical Nursing and Registered Nurse Programs . 12Nursing Handbook. 12Nursing Programs Drug Screening Individualized Plan. 13Applicants for Continuing Education and Professional Development Programs . 13Re-Entry. 14Re-Entry Procedure Practical Nursing and Registered Nursing programs . 14Prior Learning Assessment . 14Credit Transfer from Another Institute . 15Campus or Course Transfer from another Medtech Campus or Program . 15Program Transfers/Additional Credentials . 15Transfer of Credit to Another Institute .16Policy of Nondiscrimination. 162
Unlawful Harassment Policy . 16Accommodation Policy . 17Student Information and Services 18Advising . 188Student Code of Conduct Policy . 18Code of Conduct Nursing Programs . 19Student Interaction . 20Personal Appearance . 20Intellectual Property Protection and Ownership . 20Copyright Protection . 20Use of Institutional Information Technology Resources . 21General Student Complaint Procedure/Grievance Policy.22Career Services . 23Student Activities . 24Student Health Services . 24Vaccinations . 24Student Housing . 24Tutoring . 24Crime Awareness and Campus Security .24Reporting Crimes and Other Emergencies. 24Timely Warnings. 25Drug and Alcohol Abuse Awareness and Prevention .25Institute Sanctions. 25Voluntary Treatment, Counseling, or Rehabilitation . 25Educational Programming. 25Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act .25Directory of Information Public Notice .26Personal Property .26Academic Information . 27Hours of Operation .27Academic Calendar.27Definition of an Academic Year . 273
Definition of a Clock Hour . 27Definition of a Unit of Credit. 27Out-of-Class Learning Activities . 27Attendance Policy .28Attendance Policy Nursing Programs .28Classroom. 28Clinical/Simulation/Lab . 28Standardized Testing and NCLEX Readiness .29Maternity Related Leave Policy . 29Involuntary and Unofficial Withdrawal .30Certification, State Board, and National Board Exams .30Graduation Requirements .31Clinical, Practicum, or Externship.31Transcripts .31Grading System .32Grading System Nursing Programs . 32Definition of Grade Designations. 34Withdrawal . 34Credit Transfer. 34Credit by Examination . 34Incomplete . 34Audit. 34Retaken Courses . 34Maternity Leave . 34Guidelines of Incomplete Courses . 34Mitigating Circumstances . 35Retaken Courses . 35Grade Rounding Policy .35Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy and Procedure . 36Maximum Time Frame . 36Required Evaluation Schedule (Quantitative and Qualitative). 36Withdrawal . 364
Credit Transfer. 36Credit by Examination . 36Incomplete . 36Retaken Courses .36Maternity Leave . 37Audit. 37Satisfactory Academic Progress Tables . 37Financial Aid Warning. 38Financial Aid Probation. 38Non-Title IV Eligible . 38SAP Appeal . 39General Appeals Procedure . 39Program Transfers/Additional Credentials . 40Financial Information . 40Financial Aid Programs .41Federal Pell Grant . 41Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) . 41Federal Direct Student Loans . 41Federal Direct Parent Loans (PLUS). 41Federal Work Study (FWS). 42Financial Clearance .42Awarding Aid . 43Students’ Rights and Responsibilities in Receiving Aid . 43Verification Policy. 43Disbursements . 43Program Changes, Reinstatement & Re-enrollment . 44Tuition and Fees .44Cancellation Policy .44Cancellation Policy for Continuing Education and Professional Development Courses .44Refund Policy .44Federal Return to Title IV (R2T4) Policy .44Refund Due Dates .455
Academic Programs . 46Clinical Laboratory Assistant – Diploma .46Medical Assistant – Diploma .47Medical Assistant - Associate of Applied Science Degree .48Medical Billing and Coding – Diploma .49Medical Billing and Coding Specialist - Associate of Applied Science Degree .50Health Information Technology - Associate of Applied Science Degree .51Medical Lab Technology – Associates in Science Degree.52Medical Practice Administrator - Associate of Applied Science Degree .53Nursing Programs .54Practical Nursing - Associate of Applied Science Degree . 54Associate of Science – Registered Nurse Program. 55Course Descriptions . 56Course Numbering System .56Applicants for Continuing Education and Professional Development Programs . 806
Institutional InformationMission and ObjectivesMission StatementThe mission of Medtech College is to prepare students to be competent, caring, and wholesome individuals to serve inentry-level positions as members of inter-disciplinary teams in health care and human services settings.PhilosophyMedtech College operates according to the belief that each person is unique, with the ability to think and to do. TheCollege provides an atmosphere of mutual respect, student support, a learning environment, and a faculty and staff toassist and encourage students to develop to their maximum potential—intellectually, socially, physically, and spiritually.While emphasizing academic achievement and professional competence, Medtech College prepares students to becommitted to life-long learning and selfless service.ObjectivesIn the accomplishment of its primary mission, Medtech College actively directs its resources in achieving the followingobjectives: QualitySets standards of quality and plans to accomplish them in teaching and learning, in academicprograms including core and general education course content, in student services, in all social functions, infacility appearance, and in workmanship. RespectAttracts a diverse student population; makes professional and career training opportunities available tominorities, international and adult students; and provides an environment of mutualrespect for ethnic, religious, economic and social backgrounds practiced by welcoming andvaluing all without regard to race, color, or gender. Academic ScholarshipStrives for high standards in teaching, research and instructional presentations, and in the useof technologies commensurate with the scope and requirements of the programs offered. ServicePromotes service to our campus, to local and global communities. IntegrityConsciously integrates ethical values, openness, fairness and transparency of actions into allcourses and activities. Saf
and added the Marietta, GA campus by 2002. MedTech College opened its doors in Indianapolis, IN in 2004. By 2009, MedTech had three additional campuses in Greenwood, IN, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lexington, KY. In 2010, MedTech College, Sanz College, and Javelin Training Center transformed into a single school group becoming Medtech. In
