2017-2018 Course Catalog - Clovis Community College

1 Our Mission The mission of Clovis Community College , an institution of dedicated educators, profes-sionals, and students, is to serve and empower lifelong learners who are seeking educational opportunities within and beyond the limits of our communities by being learner-centered, embracing advances in technology, and making accredited, high-quality education affordable and Community College2017- 2018 Course CatalogAccredited by:The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and SchoolsAccreditation Commission for Education in Nursing The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic TechnologyThe Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy EducationMaster Accreditation from National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF)MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENTW elcome to Clovis Community College !

2 When you enroll at Clovis Community College , you will find faculty who are committed to the Community College mission. In addition to the individual attention and personalized instruction that you will receive in CCC courses, we also provide outstanding academic support services, including library instruction, tutoring, and computer use. These services are provided to all CCC students, whether you attend online or on our you join us as an adult basic education student, a first-time College student right out of high school, a returning student or a fully online student, we offer the instruction and support that will help you reach your academic goals. Our Advising Center and Career Services Center can help you define your goals and select the program that meets your offers something for every student.

3 Whether you are looking for training to enhance your job skills, a new career, a pathway to a bachelor s degree, or personal enrichment through courses from fine art to health and physical education, we take pride in creating a high quality educational experience in a student-oriented are grateful to the Community for supporting our growth and success, and we are privileged to continue being a part of your Becky Rowley,President, Clovis Community CollegeClovis Community College Facts ..4-5 Student Rights and Responsibilities ..6 -11 Admission Policies and Procedures ..11-14 Academic Policies ..14 -21 Tuition and Payments ..21-22 Financial Aid ..22-29 Programs of Study ..30 General Education Core Courses ..31-32 Degrees and Certificates ..33 Degree and Certificate Index.

4 34 Online Degrees and Certificates ..35 Associate of Applied Science ..36-54 Associate of Applied Science in Full-Time Occupational Technology of Arts ..64-67 Associate of General Studies ..68 Associate of -71 Course Descriptions ..7 2-112 Administration, Faculty, and Staff ..114 -116 Index ..117-119 Contacts ..120 TABLE OF CONTENTS4 CCC FACTS Clovis Community College was established in 1961 as a branch campus of Eastern New Mexico University. Construction of the current campus began in 1978 on 25 acres donated by Ervin Schepps. CCC was created as a locally controlled, locally governed inde-pendent Community College by local voters in 1990. The campus now occupies approximately 100 acres of land with a $30 million facility, including the Dr. W. D. Dabbs Library, the Dr. H. A. Miller Student Services Center, and the Allied Health Center.

5 The final phase of the Allied Health Center opened in 2012. This Center includes the Bonner Nursing Education building as well as the Joe and Charlyne Sisler Allied Health building. This Center provides state-of-the-art training facilities for students in the Allied Health occupations which include Nursing and Radiologic Technology. CCC has been designated a Hispanic Serving Institution by the Department of Education. CCC has been named a Military Friendly School. This desig-nation honors the top 15 percent of colleges, universities, and trade schools in the country that are doing the most to embrace America s military service members, veterans, spouses, and dependents as students and ensure their success on campus. Offering a wide range of degree programs and occupational programs, the College serves over 4,000 students.

6 CCC offers a variety of non-credit courses for adults as well as a vibrant Kids College . Since 2001, CCC s Cultural Arts Series continues to provide a diverse and high quality array of performances. Through a partnership with ENMR Plateau Telecommunica-tions, CCC offers rural high school students the opportunity to attend College classes via interactive television (ITV). Partnerships with area school districts provide high school students opportunities for dual credit courses. CCC provides high quality, customized business training, consulting, and skills development for area employers and employees. The New Mexico Small Business Development Center offers assistance to entrepreneurs starting or expanding a business. CCC offers educational services to personnel at Cannon Air Force Base (CAFB).

7 CCC provides quality online instruction in all general education and selected occupational Community College FACTS5 CCC FACTSACCREDITATIONS Clovis Community College s institutional accreditation has been continued by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools for a period of ten years the maximum duration possible. Individuals may contact The Higher Learning Commission by writing to 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois, 60604-1411; by calling ; or at CCC has also been approved by the Public Education Depart-ment as an authorized State of New Mexico Area Vocational School. The CCC Nursing Program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Individuals may contact the Accredi-tation Commission for Education in Nursing by writing to 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326; by calling ; or at The Radiologic Tech-nology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Tech-nology (JRCERT).

8 Individuals may contact the Joint Review Committee by writing 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182; by calling ; or at The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Clovis Community College is accred-ited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexan-dria, Virginia 22314; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: website: The Automotive Technology Program has met the strict standards required for Master Accreditation from National Automotive Technicians Educa-tion Foundation (NATEF). This is the highest level of achieve-ment recognized by NATEF. Clovis Community College operates within the guidelines of the New Mexico Department of Higher Community College promotes the success of learners by providing opportunities to: Gain general educational development through courses in arts, humanities, language, mathematics, physical education, sciences, and social sciences.

9 Complete programs of study that lead to the attainment of associate degrees, certificates, and industry-sanctioned credentials. Complete courses of study that lead to the successful comple-tion of a baccalaureate degree. Receive career education and job-specific skills that enhance employability and productivity. Improve educational skills through programs in Adult Basic Education (ABE), English as a Second Language (ESL), and developmental studies. Pursue personal development through fitness and wellness activities, civic engagement, and leadership opportunities. Receive services that support individual development in a learner-centered environment. Experience lifelong learning through programs of commu-nity services, sociocultural and multicultural awareness, and continuing Community College embraces the following philosophical principles: Accessibility: Offer a wide variety of affordable learning opportunities to meet the diverse needs of learners.

10 Comprehensiveness: Strive to meet the needs of learners by providing a wide array of instructional programs and support services through multiple delivery systems. Flexibility: Adapt quickly and responsibly to changing needs. Quality: Help all learners succeed in attaining their goals by providing quality through excellence in personnel, programs, technology, and facilities. Accountability: Demonstrate responsible stewardship of resources and mission functions through regular processes of measurement and public reporting of outcomes. Collaboration: Enhance value to the Community through productive partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, busi-ness and industry, and other cooperative RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIESGENERAL STATEMENT Programs, tuition costs, fees, policies, statements, financial aid regulations, and/or courses contained within this Catalog are subject to continuous review and evaluation.